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Police recover jewellery found scattered across a road
A LARGE stash of jewellery strewn across a road has been recovered by police. At around 1.25am on Sunday November 10 Dorset Police received a report from a member of the public that they has found several items of jewellery scattered across the
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Two-car crash causes traffic chaos in Poole
A ROAD is partially blocked after a crash involving two vehicles in Poole. The collision happened at the junction of Ringwood Road and Haskell Road, leaving Ringwood Road partially obstructed. The AA has reported heavy traffic at the scene
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Main headliner announced for next year's Camp Bestival
A major festival duo are returning to the live stage after a decade – with a Dorset performance in their summer line-up. Organisers of Camp Bestival held in the grounds of Lulworth Castle, are ‘chuffed’ to announce that electronic duo Basement
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UK's largest seasonal ice rink returns for Christmas
ONE of Bournemouth’s favourite festive attractions is back in the town centre. The UK’s largest seasonal indoor ice-skating rink has returned to the Bournemouth International Centre. Last year, the rink saw more than 40,000 people glide, spin
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Severe weather emergency protocol activated in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
A SEVERE Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been issued for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as temperatures plummet. The SWEP, activated by BCP Council and partners, is issued to support homeless people in bad weather conditions. Temperatures
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Sleeping Beauty is coming to the Lighthouse in Poole
LIGHTHOUSE Poole, a multi-arts venue, will see a 'Sleeping Beauty' panto this Christmas season. For a leading actress, Isabella Kibble appearing as sleeping beauty completes the circle on the first phase of her career before opening the door to
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Tonne of paper on fire bringing chaos to rush hour
A TONNE of paper on fire brought disruption to motorists' morning commute. Firefighters were called to tackle a small lorry fire in Wallisdown Road, on the Poole side, at around 9.30am on Tuesday, November 19. Two fire engines were called
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Snow could be falling this evening in parts of Dorset
SNOW could be falling in Dorset later today, forecasters have predicted. Cold air is sweeping the county and although many parts of the country woke up to snow this morning, Dorset has so far missed out. Bournemouth-based weather forecaster
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Warning issued as temperatures set to drop in BCP
12:25pm Nothing definitive yet, but it appears the weather could change quickly. Im waiting on these intense
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Police yet to arrest someone after man was put in hospital with serious injuries
POLICE have yet to make any arrests after a man was left with serious injuries in a fight in Bournemouth. A man aged in his 40s was attacked with a glass bottle in Charminster Road, close to the junction with Nortcroft Road, Charminster, at around
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Life insurance firm is the partner for The Great Tail Trail
HEALTH and life insurer Vitality has been announced as the official wellness partner for The Great Tail Trail next spring. Forty-five brightly-coloured mermaid tail sculptures will be displayed in public areas across Bournemouth, Christchurch
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Aldi urges Dorset shoppers to donate goods this Christmas
ALDI has revealed a list of the most in-demand items at foodbanks this Christmas to help guide shoppers. Supermarket bosses are urging Dorset residents to donate amid what could be a “tough” Christmas for foodbanks. The items have been selected
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Restaurant launches autumn and winter 'wellness' programme
A RESTAURANT in Branksome has launched its autumn and winter ‘wellness’ programme. Rockwater is inviting residents to be active during the colder months with a series of fitness, mindfulness and wellness activities with experiences that focus
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Bournemouth town centre family homes given the go-ahead
NEW family homes that are anticipated to contribute to the regeneration of Bournemouth town centre been given the thumbs up by the council. Poole-based developer AJC Group has won the approval of BCP Council’s planning department to build several
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New £2.2m wetland project to help protect Poole Harbour catchment
A NEW £2.2 million wetlands project near Poole is set to boost the drive towards using natural methods to help protect the area around Europe's largest natural harbour. Wessex Water is building the first scheme of its type in Dorset, ensuring
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Indian soldiers to be recognised in ceremony at Bournemouth former military hospital
WOUNDED Indian soldiers from WW1 will be commemorated at a plaque unveiling ceremony at a former military hospital, now Bournemouth Civic Centre. British Indian Army soldiers will be recognised on the 11th anniversary of the troops' first arrival
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Bus services given 'degree of certainty' after huge cash boost
BUS services in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be given a boost of more than £6million as part of the government’s huge £1billion investment in services. Neighbouring Dorset Council area will be given £3.8million, bringing the total
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Business that aims to 'revitalise' town centres opens in Bournemouth
A BUSINESS that aims to “revitalise” UK town centres has opened a new base in Bournemouth. The launch of social impact start-up Patch in Bobby’s in the Square saw more than 300 of Bournemouth’s leading entrepreneurs and cultural figures gather
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New Forest pet care business scoops top dog award
A NEW Forest pet care business has scooped a ‘top dog award’ at the Pet Industry Federation Awards. Sophie’s Pet Care from Lymington has been named the UK’s Dog Walking Business of the Year at the industry’s ‘Oscars’ awards. The awards celebrates
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Man died after falling at home
A WIDOWER died in hospital after his carers found him collapsed at his home in Bournemouth. Norman Thomas Marchant, 92, was found on the floor and sadly died six days later in hospital. Assistant coroner for Dorset, Richard Middleton, opened
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Hundreds turn out to protest proposed change to level crossing
AROUND 250 residents turned out to protest the council’s proposal to change a historic level crossing. Wareham level crossing has long been disputed between residents and Dorset Council, who want to modify the railway bridge with either a lift
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In The Dock: Assaults at Cameo among the cases
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: FABIO QUATTROCCHI, 34 and of Alma Road in Bournemouth, admitted three counts of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit, namely
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Swans beat Dorchester convincingly in Southern Counties league
IN THEIR latest game in the Southern Counties league Swanage & Wareham hosted near neighbours Dorchester. The game turned out to be a bit one sided in the end but the visitors never gave up. From the start Swans received three penalties on
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Swanage come from goal down to beat Eastleigh 4-1
SWANAGE and Wareham Ladies 2nd team beat Eastleigh on the road to consolidate their second place in Division Two of the Forest League. Things didn’t go to plan in the first period, as, despite the Swans having much of the possession, the hosts
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'UK's oldest DJ' has no plans to pause the music as he prepares to turn 85
A MAN from Ferndown who claims to be the UK's oldest working DJ has no plans to pause his passion for music as he prepares to turn 85 next month. Peter Shaw is ready for an exciting Christmas Eve event at The Hamworthy Club, Wimborne, where he
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'Complete lack of interest in training women': Women's sport team axed
A COUNCILLOR has spoken out about the lack of inclusivity at her cricket club, which recently axed its women’s team. Cllr Gill Jarvis of Mudeford and Stanpit Ward, a keen cricketer, said Mudeford Cricket Club has shown a “lack of interest” in teaching
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Former England captain congratulates couple tying the knot
RUGBY legend Will Carling has congratulated a couple tying the knot in Poole. Former England captain Will Carling sent a heartfelt message of congratulations to a couple who celebrated their wedding at Forest Holme Hospice. Carling shared the
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Cherries move to summit of National League with 8-0 demolition of Portishead
AFC BOURNEMOUTH moved top of the National League Division One South West with a thumping 8-0 win over Portishead Town on Sunday. Jenna Markham netted a second half hattrick to fire the club to an emphatic win, moving above Swindon Town who drew
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Poole-based firm named one of the UK's fastest-growing tech companies
A POOLE-based firm has been named one of the UK's fastest-growing tech companies. Award-winning cloud accounting software business, iplicit Ltd, secured 40th place in the annual Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50 list. CEO Lyndon Stickley said:
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Trying the Cork and Lobster's renowned cheese fondue and small plates
AT THE Cork and Lobster, dining is elevated, with the chef guiding guests through each dish and making personalised recommendations. On a recent Wednesday evening, my friend and I visited specifically for their renowned cheese fondue night.
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What's missing from Bournemouth town centre? - Readers have their say
Bournemouth's town centre is something that can boast several great features, including a wide range of restaurants, the BH2 complex and parks such as Lower Gardens. However, there could always be room for improvement and it's always interesting
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‘Experience is what keeps shops going’: How Castlepoint is still thriving 20 years on
THE MANAGER of Bournemouth’s biggest retail park has hailed ‘customer experience’ as its recipe to success as it remains thriving 20 years after opening. Castlepoint cost more than £275 million to build in 2003, and still has some of the biggest
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Poppies beaten 1-0 by Stoneham thanks to controversial penalty
A QUIET and dull affair saw the Poppies lose 1-0 to AFC Stoneham, through a penalty converted by Jake Thompson. The first big chance went the Poppies way in the 5th minute as the ball flicked on from Connor Le Clercq corner was hit on a half volley
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Sustainable Christmas cracker shop opens for festive period
SUSTAINABLE Christmas cracker business, The Free Range Cracker Company, is opening a store to help with production for this festive period. The company is coming up to its fifth year of business, and for the past four years it has been creating
