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RECAP: Emergency services shut A338 Wessex Way
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Maple Hazel is back at Costa Coffee and I hope it's available for years to come
Costa Coffee has launched its latest autumn menu and when I saw that the Maple Hazel range was back, I was very excited. The range was in stores last autumn and even before that and I remember discovering it in 2023 and hoping it wouldn’t be the
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RECAP: New roadworks cause severe delays - as work will last until spring
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Air ambulance called after man stung by 'wasp'
AN AIR ambulance was called after a man was 'stung by a wasp' in Wareham. A man was reportedly stung in Pride Place at around 4pm on September 9, prompting attendance by Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. He received treatment at a nearby
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What is the social fund and what payments are included within it?
With lots of financial aid available to different groups of people across the UK, it can be difficult to keep up with what they are and who is eligible. With lots of talk about payments that help households in the UK in winter, you might have heard
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Dorset MPs divided on Winter Fuel payment motion - how your MP voted
DORSET’S MPs were divided over Labour’s plans to cut the winter fuel allowance for pensioners. The Conservative’s motion to annul the government’s cuts to winter fuel payments was defeated by 348 votes to 228, majority 120, in the House of Commons
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Man 'cried for help' after two men attempted to 'prise' watch off his wrist
A MAN in his 70s 'cried out for help' after two men attempted to forcefully remove a watch from his wrist in Bournemouth. Dorset Police received a report at around 3.20pm on Thursday, August 29, that two men had attempted to "prise a watch from
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Person hospitalised after medical incident in Hampshire
A PERSON was hospitalised following a medical incident in Hampshire. An air ambulance, Hampshire Police and Southwestern Ambulance service attended the incident in Bransgore. It is reported that the incident was first reported as a crash before
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Sir Keir Starmer sees off backbench rebellion in winter fuel allowance vote
Sir Keir Starmer has seen off a backbench rebellion over plans to cut the winter fuel allowance but the Government’s majority fell to 120. MPs voted 348 to 228 against the Conservative Party's motion for the controversial policy to be blocked.
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Avoid the area: Multiple road works being carried out on busy Bournemouth road
WATER works, gas works and road marking repairs are all being completed on a busy Bournemouth road this week. Residents have complained of long queues spanning Glenferness Avenue due to multiple roadworks being carried out by different organisations
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Are snakes classed as a protected species in the UK? Everything you need to know
There are a number of protected species in the UK with these including animals like otters, bats and certain birds. While the status of many is widely known, there may be a few animals you're unsure about. If you've ever wondered if snakes
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Two men arrested on suspicion of GBH after assault at church
AN INVESTIGATION has opened following an assault at a church in Bournemouth. Officers were alerted to reports of an altercation in the grounds of St Peters Church in Hinton Road at around 12.55am on August 31. A man was found by patrol officers
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Man hospitalised for eye socket and cheek injury after assault
OFFICERS are investigating after a man was hospitalised following an assault at a Southbourne bar. A man in his 50s was reportedly assaulted at Fez Bar on Seabourne Road at around 12am on August 12. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment
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Police called to deliberate car fire with 'toxic smell and flames'
OFFICERS are investigating after an early morning car fire erupted in Westbourne. Firefighters extinguished the blaze at around 2am before the police were called to investigate. A Resident recalled seeing large clouds of smoke, they said: "
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Classic films to be shown on 35mm at film festival this weekend
FILM fans can enjoy three days of classic cinema in Christchurch. Grindfest 24 film festival presented by Dirt in the Gate comes to the Regent between September 13 and 15. A spokesperson said: “We’ve searched archives and collections the world
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Three employees take on mountain for charity
THREE employees at the Bournemouth-based holiday firm Daish’s Holidays are to climb a mountain for the company’s chosen charity. Paul Harper, Darren Gilchrist and Benjamin Hayter from the company’s Bournemouth head office will climb Mount Snowden
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'Motorists don't have right to drive through public park'
I UNDERSTAND that there is to be a legal action taken against BCP's attempts to improve safety strategies in Poole Park. I am slightly surprised that any functioning adult would think that their "right" to drive through a public park was more important
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Blue Pool promises 'unforgettable' autumn and winter
THE Blue Pool is promising an “unforgettable” schedule of autumn and winter events this year. From a spooktacular Halloween half-term to the festive spirit of Christmas and the dazzling Illuminate 2025 light show, the popular attraction near Wareham
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'Oceanariums should be relegated to history books'
OCEANARIUMS should be relegated to the history books. No tank can replicate the freedom of the ocean. I know that many families take their children to the Oceanarium so they can come face to face with different animals, but we live in a beautiful
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South west's biggest model show coming to Dorset this weekend
THE biggest model show in the south west is coming to a popular Dorset museum this weekend. An exciting programme has been announced for the South West Model Show being held at the Tank Museum in Bovington on September 14 and 15. The two-day
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Man found dead by police after taking ketamine
A MAN was found dead by police officers after taking ketamine. Joshua William Leatham-Prosser, 26, was found dead at his home St Leonard's Road, Weymouth in on June 5. Police broke their way into the home of Dorchester-born Mr Leatham-Prosser
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Bournemouth holiday park emerged from a former gipsy encampment
The Fairway Caravan Park, once a bustling holiday destination nestled in West Howe, Bournemouth, has left its mark on the town's history. Located along Ringwood Road, just adjacent to Northbourne Golf Course, this park emerged from a former gipsy
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Weymouth woman found dead in bathroom after taking mix of drugs
A WOMAN was found dead in her bathroom by a friend. Martha Louise Vickers, 44, died after she was believed to have taken a mix of heroin and methadone, an inquest heard. Coroner’s officer Grace Monro told Bournemouth Coroner’s Court that
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More people now cycle in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
MORE people in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cycled at least once a week last year than in 2022, new figures show. Figures from the Active Lives Survey from Sport England, compiled by the Department for Transport, show 17.4 per cent of people
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Woman found dead at Bournemouth home
A WOMAN in her 30s died after being found unresponsive. Boscombe-born Francesca Louise Mansell, 34, was found dead in her home in King George Avenue, Moordown on August 3. Coroner’s officer Grace Monro told an inquest opening for Miss Mansell
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Bournemouth murderer who hid body in suitcase died in prison
NOTORIOUS Bournemouth murderer Benjamin Walter died from synthetic cannabinoid toxicity while in prison. Walter was sentenced to 18 years in prison for killing paedophile Geoffrey Reed in his Boscombe flat, stuffing his body into a suitcase and
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Contentious incinerator plans set for approval
CONTENTIOUS plans for a new incinerator have been recommended for approval by council officers. More than 230 people have written to the council to object to the plans for the waste combined heat and power facility at Canford Resource Park.
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'Huge relief' as appeal to build 1700 homes rejected
ALDERHOLT residents are rejoicing after an appeal to build 1700 homes in the village has been rejected by the Planning Inspectorate. After a two-year-long battle against developers Dudsbury Homes, Alderholt residents have celebrated the final dismissal
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Wimborne secure all three points against Hungerford in entertaining clash
HEADED goals in each half gave Wimborne Town all three points over Hungerford Town. Tim Sills stayed with the same starting lineup that knocked Tiverton Town out of the FA Cup. Hungerford had an identical league record as they visited Wimborne
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Poole Town Ladies unlucky in defeat to Forest Green Rovers
POOLE Town ladies were unlucky in defeat as they were narrowly beaten 2-1 by a strong Forest Green Rovers side at the County Ground. The game got underway with neither side looking likely to open the scoring. A first real opening fell for the
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Wimborne face tough test in away clash at Totton
WIMBORNE Town travel to face AFC Totton in the Southern League Premier South this evening. Tim Sills’ side have won their last two games including a convincing display in a 2-1 win at home to Hungerford Town but have a much tougher test as they
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Family honours army musician by forming affordable brass class for children
THE family of a late army musician is honouring his memory by opening a brass class to teach young people how to play an instrument. In January 2021, Robbie Bowering from Poole was diagnosed with cancer. He bravely battled the disease for two
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"We can't continue to afford these losses", says restaurant after break-ins
A RESTAURANT owner said his move to Bournemouth has been "disappointing" following a spate of break-ins. Kevin Farrell, the owner of Vegivores in Bourne Avenue, said his venue has been broken into four times since opening in February this year.
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Potential staff redundancies loom at BCP day centres
A CARE provider has confirmed staffing changes, including potential redundancies, are likely at BCP day centres. An ongoing consultation process at Tricuro may result in several staff dismissals, affecting all five of its day centre locations.
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Hospital volunteer faces fear of swimming for charity
A VOLUNTEER for Bournemouth Hospital is facing her fears to raise funds for the dementia and stroke wards. After volunteering for seven years in Bournemouth Hospital in the strokes and dementia wards, Valerie has decided to face her fear of swimming
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Epilepsy sufferer donates thousands to hospital charity through knitting headbands
A YOUNG epileptic sufferer from Poole has raised thousands of pounds for University Hospitals Dorset through his love of knitting. Joshie Cadbury, 11, was diagnosed with epilepsy after travelling to Switzerland when he showed symptoms of epilepsy
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Bournemouth musician George 'Zoot' Money dies aged 82
TRIBUTES have been paid to one of Bournemouth's best-known musicians and member of the Big Roll Band, George Bruno 'Zoot' Money, who has died aged 82. Born in Bournemouth on July 17 1942, Zoot grew up living in Old Christchurch Road as the son
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Dog charity creates petition to address 'excessive' dog on beaches ban
A DORSET dog owner who thinks the five-month ban on some beaches is ‘excessive’ has started a petition to get dogs back sooner. The current rule restricts dog access to blue flag Dorset beaches from May 1 to September 30 each year. (Image: