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Pirates 'ready for fight' after Grand Final first leg defeat to Oxford
POOLE team boss Neil Middleditch said his side are “ready for the fight” after defeat at Oxford. The Wessex Marine Pirates went down 51-39 in the first leg of their Cab Direct Championship Grand Final in Cowley on Saturday night. It leaves
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Missing Christchurch teenager last seen at London train station as search continues
OFFICERS have released further CCTV in the search for a missing Christchurch teenager. Charlie Smith,13 was reporting missing having last been seen at around 3pm on October 3 in Beaufort Road, Bournemouth. Charlie was last in contact with family
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Iraola left frustrated by Cherries' missed chances in defeat to Leicester
ANDONI Iraola was left frustrated by Cherries' missed chances as they failed to score against Leicester City and left the King Power Stadium empty handed. The hosts scored through Facundo Buonanotte after 16 minutes and would not relinquish their
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Cherries foiled by Foxes: First half goal sees Bournemouth beaten
CHERRIES entered the international break with a disappointing defeat away at Leicester City. The hosts led inside the first 20 minutes through 19-year-old Facundo Buonanotte, who got the better of Marcos Senesi and fired past Kepa, as the hosts
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Emergency repairs cause delays after crash on A31
A CRASH between two cars is causing long delays on a busy dual carriageway. Officers were alerted to reports of a crash at around 2pm today (October 5). There is currently a queue of traffic on the westbound side of the A31. Delays are
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Car seized for illegally disposing of waste in Dorset
A CAR suspected to have been involved in the illegal dumping of waste in Dorset has been seized. The blue Mitsubishi Outlander car was seized from Christy's Lane in Shaftesbury by Dorset Council's Environmental Enforcement Team. The car is
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Prince William documentary on Homewards scheme to be shown on TV 'soon'
THE Prince of Wales has said it is important to “change and tackle the narrative around homelessness” in a clip from a forthcoming documentary about his Homewards initiative which has been introduced in BCP. The 22-second video, shared on social
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Cherries beaten by Foxes after first half Buonanotte goal
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New images released as search for missing teenager continues
NEW images have been released as the search for a missing Christchurch teenager continues. Police have released CCTV images of the last confirmed sighting of Charlie Smith along with a picture of a man they are keen to identify as part of their
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Emerging artists to showcase work at Boscombe exhibition
EMERGING artists will showcase their work at an exhibition in Boscombe this week. Connected Grounds brings together the work of artists from the 2024 Access BEAF programme. Run by BEAF Arts Co., the programme helps artists who have faced significant
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Aldi confirms it will be shutting all stores on Boxing Day to thank staff
Aldi has confirmed it will be shutting all of its stores on Boxing Day this year as a way to thank their staff. The supermarket will have all of its branches shut on Christmas Day and Boxing Day in 2024 before reopening on Friday, December 27.
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Drop-in sessions for Covid vaccinations to be held
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their Covid vaccination at a walk-in clinic on Monday. NHS Dorset will attend Age UK Day Centre on Monday, October 7 as well as other walk in clinics across the winter months. People can drop in to see
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'Thank you to our hospital staff'
IN RECENT times the media has published many concerning articles about problems in the NHS. I experienced briefly life at the sharp end this week. I would like to point out my appreciation for the care I received in day surgery at Bournemouth
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These are 5 of the cosiest UK getaways from treehouses to shepherds huts
Everybody loves a nice getaway, whether you're jetting off to a new location ready to explore or heading to a beach resort ready to relax and do nothing for a week. But sometimes, nothing beats adventuring around the UK and staying in some extra
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2 New Forest hotels recognised in first-of-its-kind Michelin Guide awards scheme
Two New Forest hotels have been recognised in a new awards scheme from the Michelin Guide. The Michelin Keys have been created to recognise outstanding hotels around the UK which is the "culmination of countless hours of evaluation" from inspectors
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McDonald's confirms the McRib is returning to menus after a 10 year wait
McDonald's has announced that an item missing for 10 years is finally returning to menus in the UK. The 1980's classic, McRib last appeared in the UK back in 2015, but now the pork sandwich will return for a limited time. The McRib is a boneless
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This beauty spot has been mesmerising visitors for almost ninety years
Tucked away in the Dorset countryside, the Blue Pool, Wareham, stands as a testament to both nature's artistry and the region's industrial heritage. Its history, as rich as the hues it displays, stretches back to the 17th century. In those earlier
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£249k overspend on repairing Twin Sails Bridge
COSTS to repair and look after the Twin Sails Bridge have been £249k overbudget, the Echo has learned. The controversial £37m bridge has seen several planned maintenance repairs and unexpected breakdowns and problems over the years. Since
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Five businesses that closed down in September
HERE are five businesses that have closed in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in September. Post The bar in Post Office Road is described as a Bier Haus built on Bohemian spirit and was opened in 2022 by the owners of Aruba at the pier.
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Man who killed woman after smashing into oncoming traffic walks free from court
A MAN who killed a woman and left her daughter with life-changing injuries has been spared jail after smashing into oncoming traffic. Michael Stewart fatally injured 62-year-old Susan Conway after he crashed into three vehicles in Bere Regis.
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Grand Final is biggest clash in half a decade: Ford
POOLE boss Danny Ford believes the Grand Final against Oxford is the biggest clash in over half a decade. After the rain-offs last week, the extra delay to the final also means that Pirates captain Ben Cook will be back from concussion in time
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'Everyone deserves it massively': Brennan on Pirates Grand Final hopes
TOM Brennan broke Poole hearts a year ago but now he wants to bring tears of joy back to Wimborne Road. The flying Great Britain star scored 21 points over two legs for Glasgow as they ended the Pirates dominance of the league last season.
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Wessex defeat Oxford in opening game of volleyball season
THE Wessex men’s volleyball team began their season with a victory over Oxford. The side fielded six new signings in the Volleyball National Shield clash and lost the first set 26-24 after being tied at 24-24, as the team found it hard to gel to
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National rowing championship to be hosted this weekend in Dorset
ROWING clubs from Dorset will be taking part in a national rowing championship this weekend. Clubs from across the country will be taking part in the Super Vets Championships later today (October 5) in Swanage, with over five hundred rowers from
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'Beloved' 1933 classic car goes up for auction
A ‘BELOVED’ classic car from 1933 is being listed by a Dorset auctioneer. The 1933 MG J2 was bought by the owner’s father new 91 years ago, whilst he was serving as an RAF pilot. “The son searched for many years to locate his late father’s
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Poole and Wimborne in FA Trophy action: Non-league preview
THERE is plenty of non-league football on offer this weekend and with Cherries making the trip to Leicester, why not head down to your local football team and show your support. Poole Town host Gosport Borough in the FA Trophy this Saturday at
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New measures to make town centre 'safe and successful' at night
A NEW role is being funded in support of Bournemouth’s night-time economy. Bournemouth Town Centre BID and Bournemouth Town Watch are funding a new night-time economy co-ordinator. Victoria Sheppard stepped into the new role last month and
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Plans for new Tesco store unveiled
TESCO is planning to open a new store in New Milton. The new Tesco Express has been earmarked to open at 25-27 Station Road. While an opening date is yet to be confirmed, the retailer said it would keep residents informed on any progress.
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'Relief' for Evanilson after first Cherries goal against Southampton
THERE was relief for striker Evanilson when he opened his Cherries goalscoring account against Southampton. The club-record signing got off the mark with a fantastically taken goal on Monday night against Saints. Quick thinking by the striker
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People stuck on 'bitterly cold' coach after flight lands hours away from Bournemouth
PASSENGERS, whose eight-hour flight was delayed, landed three hours from Bournemouth, journeying back on a 'bitterly cold' coach. Ruth Beck was supposed to be travelling back from Dalaman airport in Turkey at 9.10pm on Friday, September 27.
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'He said it was the most amazing day he ever had': Crowds visit boy's lemonade stand
CROWDS gathered to help fulfil the dream of a terminally ill boy who wanted to set up a lemonade stand. Eight-year-old Thomas Pearce from Bournemouth was diagnosed with terminal cancer in February of this year and has since been receiving life-prolonging
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Bournemouth University creates new degree apprenticeships with £465k funding
BOURNEMOUTH University has received £465,000 from the Office for Students to create five new degree apprenticeship courses. The courses are in Digital Marketing, Accounting Finance Management, Biomedical Science, Social Work and Midwifery.
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Signed Coldplay album among items up for grabs in charity auction
HAULS of unique items have been lined up for a charity auction night in Canford Magna. Guests could get their hands on everything from jewellery, beauty products and local produce, to weekend breaks, driving lessons, and tickets for sporting events
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In The Dock: Threats, assaults and weapons
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: SHAQEEB ZAHIDI, 29 and of Cape Hill and Smethwick, admitted driving a motor vehicle while using a hand-held mobile telephone in Castle Lane West in Bournemouth on January 9. He got six
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AFC Bournemouth kits delivered to young players in Ukraine
TWO aid organisations have joined forces to deliver AFC Bournemouth football kits to schoolboy players in Ukraine. The kits were sourced by Ferndown councillor Simon Cable, who is a long-time supporter of the Cherries and collects donations under
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Town's Christmas event set to raise funds for new hospital building
CHRISTCHURCH Town Council has announced University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) as the official charity partner for this year’s Christmas lights switch on. Taking place on Saturday, November 23, the event will transform the town centre into a festive
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Business snatches up former Body Shop unit
A NEW Pandora store is opening in Bournemouth town centre. The jewellery company is preparing to open a new store in Commercial Road – just a two-minute walk from its existing branch. While an official opening date is yet to be confirmed, signage
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'Spectacular' fireworks display lined up for town
A FIREWORKS display will light up the skies in Ferndown next month. The event will take place at the George V Playing Fields and Pavilion on Saturday, November 2, between 5.30pm and 8.30pm. As well as a stunning fireworks display, there will
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'The mentality will be key' for Cherries on trip to Leicester: Iraola
ANDONI Iraola believes his Cherries side’s mentality will be key on the trip to Leicester as they aim to enter the international break with consecutive wins. AFC Bournemouth head to the King Power Stadium on Saturday for a 3pm kick off in their
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'I will try': Iraola on staying calm on the sideline after suspension
ANDONI Iraola will try to remain calm on the touchline after serving a touchline ban against Southampton for picking up three yellow cards. The Cherries boss watched on from the stands on Monday night against Southampton, where Bournemouth went
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Club founded in 2019 preparing to make national cup bow
A FOOTBALL club that was founded in 2019 is readying itself to make its first appearance in a national competition this Sunday. Kraken Sports FC will host Cornwall side Speak Out Utd Mental Health FC at the County Ground in Hamworthy in the FA
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Running club win prestigious club of the year award
A POOLE running club has won a prestigious Club of the Year award at the England Athletics Regional Volunteer Awards. Poole Runners took the award for the South West Region at the awards which were held in Exeter last Saturday. Club chair Shannon
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Selfie Sips is The Daily Echo's Trader of the Week
A NEW business offering your face on a beverage of your choice is the Daily Echo’s Trader of the Week. Colin Foote, 53, owns Selfie Sips, a mobile drink printing business in Dorset. Before moving into the printing business, Colin was a hospitality