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Police led to wanted man by smell of cannabis
POLICE officers were led to a wanted man by the smell of cannabis. Officers from the Bournemouth South Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) were patrolling the town on Thursday when PCSO Harold detected the smell of cannabis in Bournemouth Gardens
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How you can watch Harry Potter films in the UK to pay tribute to Maggie Smith
Calling all witches and wizards, here is how you can pay tribute to Professor McGonagall actress Dame Maggie Smith by watching all eight Harry Potter films in the UK. Maggie Smith, who was also famous for her role in Downton Abbey, died in hospital
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Navy helicopter in sea tragedy brought ashore
PART of the Royal Navy helicopter which ditched in the sea off Dorset during a night-flying exercise - resulting in the death of a crewman - has been brought ashore. A Merlin Mk4 helicopter ditched - a deliberate emergency landing on water - with
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Remembering the Harry Potter actors who have died over the years
Fellow wizards and witches, please raise your wands as we remember all the Harry Potter actors that we have lost over the years. The wizarding world of Harry Potter has brought magic to the lives of no shortage of people. Since readers young
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Officers warn of suspicious man reportedly scamming residents
DORSET Police are warning residents of a scam outside a Tesco. Officers are urging residents to be aware of a local scam that has happened multiple times at Tesco Riverside on Castle Lane East. A spokesperson for Bournemouth Police said: “Dorset
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Police uncover stash of stolen bikes while on patrol
POLICE have uncovered a stash of stolen bikes in Bournemouth. Officers from the Bournemouth Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) made the discovery while on patrol in the town on Friday, September 27. They have shared photographs of the stolen
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Group of teenage girls involved in fight with elderly man at bus station
A GROUP of teenage girls surrounded an elderly gentleman at Poole bus station, where a fight reportedly broke out. Dorset Police received a report at around 6.55pm on Saturday September 21 of a fight involving a group of teenage girls and a man
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Car damaged by youths throwing stones in reported incident
OFFICERS are appealing for information after an incident of criminal damage in Poole. Poole Police were alerted to an incident involving three young people reportedly throwing stones at a car. The windscreen of a vehicle travelling at Mannings
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'Sassy Walk' created in memory of teen who passed away from rare disease
A ‘SASSY Walk’ is set to take place in memory of an 18-year-old who passed away from a rare disease. Annabelle Hover lost her battle with Batten Disease in January earlier this year. Batten disease is an inherited metabolic disorder that can
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Public urged to call 999 if they see man wanted on prison recall
POLICE urge the public to call 999 immediately if they spot a wanted man with links to Bournemouth. Tony Ware, 32, of no fixed abode, is wanted on a prison recall for failing to comply with the terms of his licence following his release from jail
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Bournemouth petrol station reopens following incident
A BOURNEMOUTH petrol station is understood to be closed since Wednesday after firefighters were called out to an incident. Tesco Petrol Station on Poole Road was closed after firefighters were alerted to reports of a ‘slight smell of fuel’ on Wednesday
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Shopping centre to host final activities for ‘Sustainable September’ this weekend
A NEW initiative driving sustainability is in full swing at a Bournemouth shopping centre. ‘Sustainable September’ is aimed at encouraging visitors to engage with Castlepoint’s sustainability action plan through a range of exciting, interactive
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High winds expected after Met Office release weather warning
THE Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind in Dorset. Dorset has been battered with bad weather recently after multiple weather warnings were issued for the county last week. Now, a yellow weather warning for wind is in place on Sunday
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Council’s cabinet to consider improvement projects for town centres
PROJECTS to improve the town centres of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be considered at the next meeting of BCP Council’s Cabinet. The proposals include purchasing a machine to water plants and jet wash pavements; brightening up public
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Underground fault caused power outage to nearly 500 homes
AN underground fault resulted in the loss of power at nearly 500 homes in Bournemouth. A cable fault in Strouden Park was the cause of 480 homes losing power for almost two hours yesterday evening (September 26). Castlepoint Shopping Centre
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LOCALiQ named SEO Agency of the Year at 2024 national awards
LOCALiQ has been named SEO Agency of the Year at the prestigious 2024 UK Agency Awards. Part of Newsquest Media Group, LOCALiQ is the UK’s leading local media group, and works with thousands of SMEs throughout the UK helping them get the best out
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RECAP - Road partially blocked after lorry crash during rush hour
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Beach signage was to be updated after summer, drowning deaths inquest told
CHANGES to missing and outdated signage warning of risks to beach goers were going to be made after the summer season in which two youngsters drowned in a rip current, an inquest has heard. Joe Abbess, 17, and Sunnah Khan, 12, died and eight other
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'Weird and wonderful' coffee shop inside a classic car dealership celebrates 4 years
A COFFEE shop inside a classic car dealership is celebrating its fourth successful year with a special event to mark the occasion. Ryan Lockett opened Ashley Automotive in Wallisdown alongside his sister Kiera Lockett, who opened the “weird and
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REVIEW: Premium pub wowing with well-done classics
A PREMIUM pub offering your favourite dishes, done to an excellent standard and dished up with friendly service – what more could you ask for. The Avocent, formerly known as The Cow, is situated in the heart of Ashley Cross in Poole and is based
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Tank Museum wellbeing event to return next week
THE Tank Museum’s annual wellbeing event On Track will return next week, featuring guest speakers and workshops that support the Armed Forces and emergency services personnel. Taking place on Thursday, October 3, On Track will be opened by the
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Woodland Trust opens applications to win chunk of £20k prize
THE Woodland Trust has opened applications for young people to win part of a £20,000 prize pot for projects tackling climate change. Now in its third year, the competition offers young people the chance to launch their environmental projects backed
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Award-winning comedienne to bring tour to Swanage
COMEDIENNE Angela Barnes will come to Dorset next spring as part of her 2025 tour. Angela Barnes has been in Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo, but will be at The Mowlem in Swanage as part of her 2025 Angst tour. The 47-year-old award-winning
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Dorset coroner's court may be moved over town hall 'tensions'
DORSET’S coroner’s service may be moved out of Bournemouth town hall, newly published documents have said. Previous agreements between Dorset Council and BCP Council resulted in the latter hosting the county’s coroner’s services in Bournemouth
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Businesses urged to sign up to scheme to halve employees' bus fare
BUSINESSES are being urged to sign up to a scheme that offers discounted bus travel for employees. Morebus is working with BCP Council and businesses to encourage more workers to opt for sustainable transport. The Poole-based bus operator
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'Experienced' operator wants to host Bournemouth air show for 10 years
TALKS are taking place between an “experienced operator of air shows” and BCP Council about a potential 10-year contract for the festival. The unnamed operator has suggested the Bournemouth Air Festival takes a break in 2025, before coming back
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Care homes host fundraising coffee morning for family and friends
Colten Care’s 21 homes are set to take part in the annual Macmillan Coffee Morning fundraiser with residents, relatives, friends and community contacts all invites. Chefs have been preparing by putting a ‘Willy Wonka-style’ twist on the event by
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‘Space for creatives to flourish’: Couple launch beauty and well-being studio
A COUPLE have launched a new concept studio where ‘creatives can flourish’ in the heart of Southbourne. SO.BOHO was created by TV personality and former professional footballer, Stuart Douglas, alongside his wife, Lisa Stuart, a professional make-up
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Mother caring for disabled daughter feels ‘fobbed off’ by council
A MOTHER caring for her disabled daughter feels carers' opinions are being “fobbed off” by BCP Council. Gillian Worsfold, 69, cares for her daughter, Laura Humphreys, 38, who has a rare brain defect and has been attending adult day centre, Christchurch
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'We have to be more clinical': Iraola on Cherries' expected goals
AFTER four games of the new Premier League season, Cherries had the fourth most expected goals in the league. The metric, xG, was introduced by Opta in 201 and measures the quality of chances created by calculating the likelihood that it will be
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Motorcycling legend receives Freedom of New Milton Town
MOTORCYCLING legend Sammy Miller MBE has received Freedom of New Milton Town. Sammy picked up the honour at a special meeting of the town council on Wednesday, September 25. Guests included Cllr David Hawkins, chairman of New Forest District
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Two parks 'upgraded' in £1m programme
TWO parks in New Milton have been upgraded as part of a programme to enhance green spaces in the New Forest. New Forest District Council has completed improvements in Carrick Wood and Ashington Park, which include new seating areas, improved and
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'Over the years we have put blood, sweat and tears into the business'
AN ASIAN restaurant is ‘gutted’ after announcing it is closing its doors after eight years. Isan Thai is a popular restaurant in Parkstone offering Thai cuisine and a friendly atmosphere. Phil Milton and his wife have been the ‘heart and soul
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In The Dock: Man grabbed police officer by the neck and 'squeezed'
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: BEN HADEN-SMITH, 24 and of Arne Avenue in Poole, three counts of admitted harassment - breach of a restraining order on conviction on November 13, 2023, November 24, 2023, and February