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'Key' to start strong against unbeaten Arsenal: Iraola on Gunners clash
ANDONI Iraola says his Cherries side must take their chances when they are presented to them against the top teams as they prepare to face Arsenal this evening. Bournemouth will need to ‘recover’ the three points they dropped away at Leicester
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Woman hospitalised with neck lacerations after hit and run
A WOMAN has been taken to hospital with neck lacerations after a hit and run in Poole. Dorset Police received a report at 3.38pm on Thursday October 17 of a collision in Western Road. It was reported that a woman aged in her 40s had parked
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Two men 'acted aggressively' and 'made threats' to woman
A WOMAN was reportedly threatened by two men ‘acting aggressively’. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is investigating a public order incident which was reported in Hawthorn Drive, Sway at approximately 2.30pm on Monday, September 30.
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Strictly star has 'such fun' improving her fitness at Poole pilates studio
A CURRENT celebrity eyeing up the glitterball trophy prepared for the show with help from a Dorset fitness studio. Strictly Come Dancing Star Sarah Hadland, also known for popular tv shows Miranda and Daddy Issues, has been cha-cha-ing her way
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Long awaited drainage works to begin on Stapehill Road
LONG-awaited roadworks to install a new drainage system in a frequently flooded area are set to begin at the end of the month. The works on Stapehill Road and Hampreston crossroads will take place during the half-term holiday, starting on October
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Firefighters will remain on scene overnight after industrial unit blaze
THE FIRE service will remain at the scene of a large blaze in an industrial unit until at least the end of today. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service has been tackling a large fire off Dorchester Road in Sturminster Marshall since at around 8pm on
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Road closures in place after crash in Poole
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Man jailed after sexually assaulting girl
A MAN has been jailed for sexually assaulting a girl and inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. Kerry Walters, 42 and of Sturminster Newton, was sentenced on October 18 at Bournemouth Crown Court for the two counts. Following a detailed
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PHOTOS: Inside the new beach saunas
TWO new outdoor saunas have opened to the public in Christchurch. Saltwater Sauna officially launched at Avon Beach on Monday, October 14. The new facility features two contemporary Nordic saunas and a spacious changing room - and will soon
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Teenage boy forced to work with fire service after admitting part in deliberate blaze
A TEENAGER has admitted his involvement in a heath fire at a popular Dorset beauty spot. Firefighters were alerted to reports of a large fire at Bourne Valley Nature Reserve at 11.50am on August 7. The blaze affected around 10m x 5m of area
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CCTV released of 'large' men after Asda is shoplifted
CCTV images have been released after “multiple” items were shoplifted from an Asda shop. Officers investigating the shoplifting have released an image of two “large build” men they would like to identify as part of their enquiries The incident
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Lane closed after incident on A31 westbound
11:58am This screengrab from AA shows the extent of delays in the area. (Image: AA)
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Popular 90s nightclub to make a comeback - for one day only
A POPULAR nightclub from the 90s will make a comeback – for one day only. The Zoo & Cage will return to its former home on Saturday, November 16. The pop-up party, for those aged 30 and over, will see the original team behind the famous club
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Three cars caught speeding more than 11mph over the limit
THREE cars were caught speeding more than 11mph over the speed limit. Road conditions were foggy in the New Forest on the morning of Friday, October 18 when police officers were out. According to the officers on duty along with the New Forest
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DVLA issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines
The DVLA has issued an alert to all UK drivers, advising them what to do if they have their number plate stolen. If your plates are stolen, you must report them to the police and order replacement number plates, the DVLA says. When arranging
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Sainsbury's apologises customers as FSA issues 'do not eat' warning
Sainsbury’s has apologised to customers who have been issued a “do not eat” warning over one of the supermarket’s products. Sainsbury’s is recalling its own brand Onion Rings because they pose a possible health risk to some customers. The onion
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Thousands eligible for a free TV licence saving £170 - how to apply
The cost of a BBC TV Licence is now nearly £170. The household payment, which funds much of the corporation's operations, increased by £10.50 from £159 earlier this year. Previously the cost had been frozen, and was due to rise in line with
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Trial for man accused of murdering woman on seafront could be pushed back
THE TRIAL for a man accused of murdering a woman and attempting to murder another could be pushed back. Nasen Saadi, 20 and from Croydon, has been charged with the murder of 34-year-old Amie Gray who was found dead at Durley Chine Beach on May
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Hundreds of antiques and collectables on sale at Bournemouth event
HUNDREDS of antique and collectable items will be on sale in Bournemouth this weekend. Grandma’s Attic Fairs returns to the Pavilion Theatre on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20. A spokesperson for Grandma’s Attic Fairs said: “The
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British Masters Grass Track Championships postponed
THE British Masters Grass Track Championships have been postponed. The championships were due to take place with Sunday, October 20, but they will now take place a week later on Sunday, October 27. The event will see the country’s elite solo
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Pirates red-hot favourites to take treble after emphatic victory at Oxford
POOLE boss Neil Middleditch vowed the club are ready for a “huge celebration” after taking a huge stride towards a historic treble. The Wessex Marine Pirates smashed Oxford 57-33 in their Cab Direct Championship KO Cup first leg at Cowley on Wednesday
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Car parking fees will increase from end of the year
ATTEMPTS to freeze or limit an increase in car parking charges across the New Forest have been defeated. Proposed amendments from both Liberal Democrat and independent councillors were not supported by the Conservative administration. The car
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Wanted man, 43, found and arrested
A MAN who was wanted in connection with numerous domestic abuse offences has been located and arrested. Enquiries have been ongoing by officers to locate 43-year-old Jonathan Bagan, who was wanted in connection with offences including stalking
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PICTURES: Massive rockfall at west Dorset beach
A MASSIVE rockfall has blocked the beach between Burton Bradstock and West Bay. Tonnes of rock can be seen sprawled out across the beach just past the Freshwater Holiday Park towards West Bay at East Cliff. The recent heavy rain is likely to
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BCP Council accused of 'unwelcome Dorset land grab'
BCP Council’s request for Dorset Council to take some of its housing has been described as a “brazen approach” which needs to be resisted. Cllr Andrew Parry (Con), whose West Parley ward adjoins BCP, said the proposed land-grab, as he described
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People evacuated as 'unknown object' found near Weymouth police station
A building was evacuated due to an 'unknown' object found. The road leading towards the Bob Lucas Stadium and Weymouth Police Station was cordoned cordoned off by police on Thursday evening. Police tape is blocking the section of Radipole
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Stunning pictures of rare supermoon over Dorset and New Forest
PHOTOGRAPHERS across Dorset and the New Forest captured the “largest and brightest” supermoon of the year on Thursday evening. This month’s full moon, called the Hunter’s Moon, is the third of four supermoons in 2024. During this time, the
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PICTURES: Huge industrial fire shut road while around 45 firefighters tackle blaze
FIREFIGHTERS from across the county joined a huge effort to extinguish a large industrial fire off the A31. Around 45 firefighters were called to the blaze off Dorchester Road (the A31) at Sturminster Marshall late on Thursday, October 17.
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Town to host free defibrillator training
A TOWN is set to host a free community training event on using defibrillators, on behalf of the ambulance service. Gillingham Bowling Club will be holding the session at 7pm on Monday, November 4, teaching residents how to use the life-saving apparatus
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Adobe Express: Revolutionising CV creation with free templates
The job market today is arguably at its worst in recent times. There are so many job seekers, yet very few jobs! A distinctive CV, therefore, makes all the difference, as it is often the first point of contact with candidates. Adobe Express
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Popular Indian restaurant to celebrate 'rare and enchanting convergence of cultures'
AN INDIAN restaurant is to celebrate the “rare and enchanting convergence of cultures” as Diwali and Halloween fall on the same day. India Cottage has been in Christchurch Road, Ringwood, for the past 43 years and staff are “excited” to be celebrating
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Firework display is back with a bang after six-year hiatus
A CHRISTCHURCH firework display will return following a six-year hiatus. Christchurch Rotary will bring back its bonfire and fireworks spectacular on Saturday, November 2. The display will take place at the new venue of The Grange School in
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Powerful exhibition to take place at Bobby's in Bournemouth
AN EXHIBITION will take place in Bournemouth during the UN’s annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. For the second year, BCP Council along with Soroptimist International Bournemouth are coordinating a programme of events throughout
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PJ Harvey to be honoured at Dorset music awards
DORSET-born musician PJ Harvey will be honoured with a special award in Poole. The composer, poet and songwriter will be celebrated for her contribution to Dorset music at the Original Music Awards at Lighthouse Poole on Friday, January 17.
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Fundraiser surpasses target for 'devoted' family man who died from cancer
MORE THAN £7,000 has been raised for a cancer charity in memory of a much-loved man. Lee Deacon was diagnosed with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer in 2013 and died at the age of 47 earlier this year. In his memory, Lee’s friends and family
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Comedian Ed Byrne to bring top comedy show to Dorset
COMEDIAN Ed Byrne is set to tickle funny bones in Dorset this winter. Ed will bring his show, Tragedy Plus Time, to Wimborne Tivoli on November 20 and then to Lighthouse Poole on January 16. Tragedy Plus Time was named British Comedy Guide’
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Popular Bournemouth club 'not banned' by 'killjoys at the council'
THE Hush Club has “absolutely not” been forced to cancel its events, the council has insisted. Despite accusations of being a “killjoy council”, the popular club in Southbourne is allowed to apply for a new licence to run. In August, organisers
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Tributes paid to 'sweet, sensitive soul' and dad who died aged 50
TRIBUTES have been paid to a “sweet, sensitive soul” who died just a month after a cancer diagnosis. Brian Castle, 50, was a man who “always felt it important to see the positives in life”. During the start of his career, he was a chef at
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Motorbikes sell for more than £400k at successful auction
MORE than £400,000 worth of motorbikes were sold at a Dorset auction earlier this month. The Charterhouse auction of classic and vintage motorcycles was held on October 3 and has been hailed as “another great success”. Top lot of the day
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Bournemouth Water starts £85m upgrade at Christchurch site
BOURNEMOUTH Water has started a major £85 million upgrade to its Knapp Mill Water Treatment Works in Christchurch. The project is part of a £200 million investment by the water company to upgrade its main treatment works with state-of-the-art
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Former gas holder site for sale
NEARLY 10 acres of land in Poole has been put on the market. The land off Yarmouth Road, Branksome, is next to electrical company SSE’s Poole depot and Branksome business park. Formerly home to Southern Gas Network (SGN), the empty land used
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Man slammed girlfriend’s head into concrete as neighbours watched
A MAN grabbed his girlfriend by the hair and slammed her head into concrete as neighbours watched, a court heard. A witness heard the woman screaming “I can’t breathe” before going quiet and heard her partner, Gareth Mills, say “wakey wakey”.
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Father-of-three dies after motorbike crash on ‘dangerous’ road
A FATHER-OF-THREE died after a motorcycle crash on a ‘dangerous road’ in Ashley Heath. Ashley James Long, 32, was on his way to visit his girlfriend in Sturminster Newton when he was involved in a fatal crash. His mother, Linda Cannon, told
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'I know what's needed from me': Alex Scott on breaking into Cherries starting 11
ALEX Scott knows what is needed from him to break into the AFC Bournemouth starting 11 – but knows he must take the chance when it comes. To date in the Premier League this season for the Cherries, Scott has played some part in all seven of the
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'I can beat anyone on my day': Wareham cueist takes first tournament win
SELF-belief and no small amount of talent steered Paul Davis to a first tournament win on the Cuestars Championship Tour in Swindon. The Wareham cueist defeated rankings leader Mark Lloyd 3-1 in the final of the second leg at Jesters Snooker Club
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Wessex men's begin National League campaign with victory over Cardiff
WESSEX Volleyball’s men’s team opened their National League campaign with a resounding win over Cardiff. The side came into the opening fixture of the Division 2 South league season off the back of a victory over Oxford in the National Shield,
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In The Dock: Hit and run in Bournemouth among the cases
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: LEE DUTTON, 41 and of Bournemouth, admitted two counts of possession of a controlled drug of class A, namely heroin and cocaine in Avenue Road Car Park in Avenue Road in Bournemouth on
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Supermarket announces permanent closure of toilets due to 'misuse'
A BUSY high street supermarket has announced the closure of its customer toilets following reports of “misuse”. Sainsbury’s has confirmed it had no choice but to close the customer toilets at the super store at Pitwines Close in Poole town centre
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Children's charity loses more than a decade of memories following Facebook hack
A CHARITY that supports children with life-limiting illnesses has had its social media hacked, losing more than a decade of memories, photos and contacts. Amelia's Rainbow was set up 12 years ago in memory of Amelia Grace Cooper, who died from
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Melissa Courtney-Bryant completes season at Diamond League
MELISSA Courtney-Bryant completed her disrupted track season with ninth place in the Diamond League 1,500m final. The Poole Athletic Club star ran 3:59.75 in Brussels, exactly five seconds behind the race winner, triple Olympic champion and world
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Foster inspired by Aldridge gold medal as he aims for the Olympics
WATCHING Ellie Aldridge secure a famous kitesurfing gold at Paris 2024 has made sailor James Foster eager to experience Olympic glory himself down the line. In what was Team GB’s only sailing gold of the Games, Aldridge stole the headlines by overcoming
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'The need is there but we are at a loss now as to how to help'
A DORSET dog rescue centre says it will be forced to sell one of its sites after a planning application was rejected by the council. Two years ago, Waggy Tails which is based in Wimborne, purchased 17 acres at Little Lions farm in Ashley Heath