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Princess Road suffers another car fire just days after committee meeting
PRINCESS Road has been targeted just days after a committee meeting was called by officers to investigate a spate of deliberate fires across the past year. A grey BMW 1 Series was left charred and smouldering on Princess Road this morning (November
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Two sheep missing after firefighters called to rescue herd off riverbank
TWO sheep are missing after the fire service was called to rescue a large herd of sheep. Firefighters were alerted to reports of around 70 sheep that were stuck on a riverbank this morning (November 24). On arrival, it was discovered that 66
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PICTURES: Boscombe 10k runners brave the storm
BOSCOMBE runners triumphed through the stormy conditions for a 10k run in the wet and windy weather. There was speculation as to whether the event would be held during Storm Bert and precautions and extra checks took place to ensure the safety
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PHOTOS: Bournemouth gardens devastated by Storm Bert as high winds down trees
STORM Bert has left devastation in its wake after 60mph winds tore down trees in Bournemouth town centre. Visitors this morning were greeted by the sight of trees torn down and parts of Christmas Tree Wonderland damaged. Pictures show a large
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Missed chances the theme as Cherries beaten by Seagulls: Player ratings
MISSED chances were again the theme for AFC Bournemouth in their defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday. Early goals in both halves from Joao Pedro and Kaoru Mitoma gave the Seagulls the points, despite a late David Brooks consolation in
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Cherries beaten in south coast clash with Seagulls: In pictures
AFC BOURNEMOUTH were beaten by Brighton and Hove Albion at Dean Court yesterday afternoon. Returning to the Premier League after the international break, goals after four minutes in both halves did the job for the Seagulls. The Cherries were
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Storm Bert brings power cuts and 60mph winds to BCP
2:30pm More bad news for ice skaters. 1:00pm
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Traditional pub that 'people travel a long way to call their local'
A pub that ‘people travel a long way to call their local’ is our pub of the week. The Saxon Arms is a traditional venue nestled in the heart of Stratton, a picturesque village on the outskirts of Dorchester. The Saxon Arms (Image: Hollie Carr
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Help a hero this Christmas
Christmas isn’t the most wonderful time of the year for RAF veteran Mike – it’s the loneliest. From the moment the shops are stocked with festive decorations, he can’t wait for it all to be over. For many of his 13 years in the military, Mike
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Christmas 'Tree of Memories' helps bring festive cheer to animals in need
PEOPLE in Dorset are being given the opportunity to remember much-missed pets this Christmas while helping raise money for animals in need. Hillside Veterinary Centre, which is part of the VetPartners group of veterinary practices, is inviting
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Company director ordered to pay almost £7k for posing ‘risk to the public’
A COMPANY director has been ordered to pay almost £7,000 and disqualified from managing companies after posing a “risk to the public”. Brian Andrew English, 64, and of Beacon Hill Lane in Corfe Mullen, was found guilty at Poole Magistrates’ Court
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DWP ESA payments set to increase - see how much you could get
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) claimants will see their payments increase next year, after the DWP confirmed how much benefits will rise by. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) helps people who have a disability or health condition that
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How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to find out
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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Bournemouth death notices: Tributes to 10 people who have died
The Bournemouth Echo published 10 death notices between November 15 and 21. Every week, the Bournemouth Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print
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Dorset village walk includes site of 13th century castle
Try this Dorset walk, which takes in the Dorset villages of Uploders and Powerstock and visits the site of a castle that became a quarry. Click into the photo gallery above to see the full sized route map. Powerstock Castle’s motte (mound)
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McLaren racing driver joins in with charity karting day
TEAMS from businesses across the area put pedals to the metal in a charity kart racing day for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF). Thirteen teams took part in the South Western Vehicle Auctions Enduro 60 Karting Challenge at South Coast Karting
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Meet the new Bournemouth restaurant with a focus on smiles and good food
FRIENDLY staff, a nice atmosphere and good quality, freshly made food. Those are the ingredients for a great restaurant. Meet Gaja, an Indian restaurant at 360 Charminster Road, Bournemouth, that despite only opening two-and-a-bit months ago,
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Election pledge for residents' card 'won't be here next year'
A MANIFESTO pledge from the current administration's Liberal Democrats to introduce a residents’ card will not be coming any time soon, a meeting heard. The proposed residents’ card was an election pledge made by the Liberal Democrats to offer
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Tea room in need of 'major improvement', hygiene officials say
A NUMBER of cafés, pubs, restaurants and takeaways across Dorset and the New Forest National Park have been handed new food hygiene ratings recently. Each week, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) inspects businesses across the country, assessing
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Chef with Michelin Star experience to open bistro in Westbourne
A NEW modern bistro with ties to a popular high-class restaurant is coming to Westbourne. Harvey’s in Westbourne is an upcoming modern European bistro with a French twist that is dedicated to producing fresh, locally sourced food and homemade dishes
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RNLI volunteers awarded King's Coronation medal for lifesaving work
LIFEBOAT volunteers received a King's Coronation medal for their lifesaving work across the RNLI. Members of the volunteer crew at Mudeford RNLI were awarded the King’s Coronation medal, presented by the station's president, Andy Russell. The
