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E-bike rider knocked out after colliding with car

THE rider of an electric bicycle was knocked out in a crash.  Emergency services were called to reports of a crash in Bradford Road near to the junction with Low’s Hill Lane, Sherborne, at around 6.20pm on Tuesday, November 5.  A man in his

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Cherries development side hold on for three points at Ipswich

ALAN Connell’s talented team tasted victory at Portman Road in a 2-1 victory over Ipswich Town. Jonny Stuttle broke the deadlock after thirty-five minutes, the powerful forward riding several challenges before arrowing his strike into the bottom

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Police station evacuated after 'OAP brought in suspicious device'

POOLE police station was evacuated on Wednesday morning after a suspected unexploded bomb was brought in.  One witness said an elderly woman brought in what looked like a "rusty metal object, possibly an incendiary device" that was found earlier

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Controversial new Lidl store gets go-ahead

A CONTROVERSIAL Lidl store at Sandford  has been approved on the casting vote of the chairman, Cllr David Tooke, following a 5-5 vote. The decision came after more than two hours of debate at a Dorset Council area planning committee. It heard

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RECAP: Police station evacuated over safety fears

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Woman dies after emergency incident

A woman has died after being found in need of medical attention. Emergency services were called to Kirkway in Poole over concerns for the welfare of a woman in her 70s. Dorset Police have now confirmed that she was pronounced dead at the scene

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History of the Remembrance Day two-minute silence and what time it takes place

Remembrance Day, also known as Armistice Day, honours those who serve “to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life,” reports the Royal British Legion. It adds: “We unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the service and

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What is Mpox? The viral infection that can cause severe complications and death

The rapid spread of mpox, formerly called monkeypox, is now a global health emergency. The virus has appeared in a dozen other African countries and now made its way over to the UK. In 2022, there was an outbreak of monkeypox, with the UK reporting

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Charity seeking new trustees to help homeless people

A BOURNEMOUTH homeless charity is seeking new trustees to help bring expertise and passion to the organisation. Hope Housing Training and Support Ltd was founded 15 years ago by Julie Berti and her father David Botterill to help the number of homeless

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Vote of no confidence in new South Dorset MP passed

SOUTH DORSET Lib Dems have passed a motion of no confidence in the area’s Labour MP, Lloyd Hatton. The party says his support for the decision to scrap winter fuel payments of £300 for pensioners was “a cruel decision.” The group says the new

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More 20mph zones planned across Dorset

RESIDENTS are invited to give their comments on new 20mph schemes after Dorset Council approved applications from five town and parish councils. People can support, or object to the proposals, or give their comments, until mid-November. The

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Keir Starmer 'looking forward to working with' Donald Trump after 'historic' win

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has wished Donald Trump congratulations on a 'historic election victory'. As things stand, Donald Trump will be the next president of the United States. He will be only the second man in history to serve two non-consecutive

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Jailed in October: Women abusers, gambling-addicted fraudster and violent thugs

CRIMINALS jailed in October include women abusers, a gambling addicted fraudster and a group of violent thugs. Brandon Fisher Woman thought she would die after partner beat her unconscious Brandon Fisher and injuries caused to girlfriend

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Preschool celebrates 20 years with visit from mayor

A PRE-SCHOOL celebrated its 20th birthday with a fayre and a visit from the mayor.  Jumping Jellybeans Pre-school in Culliford Crescent, Canford Heath, brought together children with their families and residents for a day of fun and laughter. 

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Dozens of private social homes not up to scratch in BCP

DOZENS of privately provided social homes did not meet regulatory standards in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole earlier this year, figures show. A housing charity has said there is "no excuse" for poor quality social housing. Regulations

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Care home partners with foodbank for Harvest Festival

A CARE home in Ferndown partnered with a food bank to support residents.  To celebrate this year’s Harvest Festival, residents and team members at Care UK’s Ferndown Manor in Golf Links Road encouraged Ferndown to donate their extra, unused or

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Pub landlord feeling 'pre-Christmas blues' over roadworks extension

A PUB landlord has said he is feeling the “pre-Christmas blues” because of a roadwork extension that has already affected his trade.  National Highways closes the A31 between Bere Regis and Winterborne Zelston from 9pm every weeknight while resurfacing

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Rare coin minted about 680 years ago to be sold

An Edward III gold Noble coin is being sold at a Dorset auction later this month.  About 680 years old (circa 1344 to 1346), the coin was minted in the reign of King Edward III, although it is a mystery quite how it came into the widow’s late husband's

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New Forest MP says 'Howezi kuwafukuza swala wawili'

SIR Desmond Swayne has accused the government of “chasing two antelopes” in his verdict of the budget.  The MP for New Forest West quoted a “piece of Swahili wisdom” to the House of Commons: “Howezi kuwafukuza swala wawili: you cannot chase two

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New by-law to fine dog owners who don't clean up poo will be explored

NEW by-laws that would control dog poo in Bournemouth cemeteries will be explored “in the future”, a senior councillor has said.  Anne-Marie Moriarty, ward councillor for East Cliff and Springbourne, said there has been “several residents” raising

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Council exploring options away from 'silly' cashless methods

WORK to explore different payment methods at BCP Council services is being carried out.  Methods to relief the “financial exclusion” of card payments only is happening, a senior councillor said, including paying for council tax via a PayPoint in

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Five who held 'rave' at industrial estate won't face criminal action

FIVE men who were at a 'rave’ at a Poole industrial estate will face no further action.  Police were called to Chancerygate Trade Centre in Holyrood Close, Creekmoor, on the morning of February 18.  One witness said a group of people had held

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Talks with operator to take on beloved Bournemouth nursery

TALKS have been held with a potential operator for the use of King’s Park Nursery in Boscombe.  BCP Council closed the much-loved and historic plant nursery in the spring in a bid to balance the books and save £85k this financial year.  At

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Father furious after son’s university room riddled with mould and 'covered in fur'

A FATHER has been left furious after his son’s university accommodation was left riddled with mould, leaving him with a chesty cough and ruined personal items. Wayne Savage said he is “livid” after finding his son’s room in the Student Village

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Woman horrified after finding maggot in freezer meal

A WOMAN was left horrified after she found a maggot inside an Iceland freezer meal, purchased in Poole. Karen Pocock compared the experience to an I’m a Celebrity eating trial after her daughter found the insect in a Chinese style chicken and rice

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Hamworthy's winning streak ended by top-of-the-table New Milton

HAMWORTHY’S five-game winning streak came to an end at the hands of top-of-the-table New Milton Town. Travelling to New Milton, it was a tough test for the Hammers, with an early warning shot as keeper Jeremy James palmed the ball off the line

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In The Dock: Company fined large sum for illegal breach

THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: REECE WAYNE MCAVOY, 30 and of Wavell Avenue in Broadstone, was found guilty of failing to give information to Dorset Police relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle who

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Pony shot at with BB gun

A WOMAN said she was “shocked and disgusted” after discovering her Shetland pony had been shot at with a BB gun. Lucy Loder founded Nick’s Farm in Throop, an inclusive space for children with special educational needs. On Saturday, November

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Care home staff bare all in a naked calendar to raise money for charity

CARE home staff are baring all for a good cause by creating a naked calendar to raise money for charity. The Staff at Oakdene Care Home in Three-Legged Cross are putting together twelve “tasteful” nude photos to illustrate a charity calendar.

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Start to season 'exceptional' for Cherries as they remain unbeaten

AFC BOURNEMOUTH’S start to the season has ‘gone exceptionally well’ after winning each of their opening six games in the league and progressing in the cups. The Cherries sit second in the National League Division One South West and have reached

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Adam Smith 'buzzing' after 'tough' win over Manchester City

AFC BOURNEMOUTH’S Adam Smith was ‘buzzing’ after a ‘tough’ afternoon against Manchester City, as the Cherries ran out deserved 2-1 victors over the Citizens. Bournemouth scored early through Antoine Semenyo and were on top for large periods of

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Plans by supermarket to improve parking for shoppers given green light

PLANS to improve the ‘efficiency and operation’ of the car park at Waitrose in Christchurch have been given the green light. The supermarket chain had applied for permission to install three automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras in

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Ultramarathons raise £10 million for various charities across Dorset

A NEW ultramarathon challenge has raised £10 million for UK charities via JustGiving. Action Challenge is an organisation of events dedicated to bringing people together through events and challenges across the UK. The Ultra Challenge Series

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Man drives his van into person at retail park

A 60-year-old has appeared in court after driving his van into a person at a retail park in Bournemouth. Eric Mele drove his Vauxhall Combo into a man outside The Range in Turbary Retail Park on March 8. Court records show Mele also stole deodorant

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Bournemouth sides to meet in derby in National League

BOURNEMOUTH Sports and AFC Bournemouth are set to meet in the National League for the first time this season. The sides will clash on Thursday at New Milton Town FC, after their game set for September was postponed. It has been a season of

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'Important project' to improve accessibility at scout group

A DEVELOPER has supported a scout group in Fordingbridge to improve its facilities. Pennyfarthing Homes has provided funding to 1st Fordingbridge Scout Group to help pay for an accessible toilet and wet room. The enhancements will make the