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RECAP: "Avoid the area" plea as police deal with incident

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Kluivert 'super happy' to enter history books with hattrick

JUSTIN Kluivert said it is ‘beautiful’ for him to enter the history books with his hattrick of penalties against Wolves. The Dutchman netted all three spot kicks won by striker Evanilson, seemingly beating goalkeeper Jose Sa with ease with each

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Evanilson man of the match and Kluivert nets hattrick: Player ratings

THE Cherries brought all three points back to the south coast with a thrilling 4-2 victory over former boss Gary O’Neil’s Wolves. A hattrick of penalties from Justin Kluivert and Milos Kerkez’s first goal for AFC Bournemouth saw the visitors emerge

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Driving law changes coming into force in December - how motorists will be affected

There are a range of driving law changes coming into force in the UK in December. Those using company cars and commercial vehicles are among the UK motorists set to be impacted the most by the December changes. While electrical vehicle (EV)

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REVIEW: Beth Hart, Lighthouse, Poole

THE world abounds with singers but there are a very limited number of those who are also performers, and are able to hold the attention of an audience with their mere presence and charisma. Beth Hart is in the higher echelons of those singers.

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Car ticketed after being clocked at 51mph through New Forest

SIX cars were stopped in the New Forest for breaking the speed limit, police officers on patrol said.  The officers were stationed at Hawkhill car park between Hatchet Pond and Brockenhurst on Saturday morning, November 30.  They spent two

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Bournemouth death notices: Tributes to 9 people who have died

The Bournemouth Echo published nine death notices last week. 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, our death notice

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How to watch the Princess of Wales' Christmas carol service this year

At her annual carol service, the Princess of Wales will deliver a Christmas message about the importance of love which she says is “the greatest gift we can receive”. Kate has written a letter for the 1,600 Westminster Abbey carol goers, including

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Couple enjoy anniversary celebrations in dementia care home

A COUPLE who live at the same dementia care home are able to celebrate their 58 anniversary due to the help of carers.  Pam and her husband Tony were able to celebrate their anniversary with a candlelit meal at The Aldbury in Poole.  The Aldbury

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Dorset walk takes in ancient woodland with royal links

This walk on the Dorset Wiltshire border takes in the ancient woodland of Cranborne Chase. Click into the photo gallery above to see a full-sized map of the route.  At the time of King John (1199 to 1216), Cranborne Chase was divided into two

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Vital stabilisation work along bridge to begin

STABILISATION work near a Grade II listed bridge will soon begin.  Both east and west walls supporting the road approaching Kings Mill Bridge over the River Stour in Marnhull, north Dorset, were moving, Dorset Council said.  This was causing

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6 spring bulbs you might plant this winter that are poisonous for dogs

Dog owners are being warned to keep their furry pets away from their spring bulbs if they’re planting them this winter. Six popular spring bulbs are poisonous and, in some cases, can be fatal for dogs so it’s important they don’t get hold of any

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'Cycle lanes aren't being used'

SUSAN Stockwell continually writes about the environment and cycle lanes. Just imagine for a moment, supposing we had cycle lanes all around the BCP conurbation and of the width and connectivity that Susan would like to see. Does she honestly

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The Royal Mint reveals the 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation today

We are all being urged to check our change, as we could be sitting on a fortune we didn’t even know about. The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins currently in circulation. Since moving to pounds and pence in 1971, more

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How many questions can you get right? 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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Shows to look forward to in the new year

A LIST of shows to look forward to coming to Bournemouth and Poole in the new year. The new year is just around the corner, so we have compiled a short list of shows at Poole Lighthouse and Bournemouth Pavilion for you to enjoy.  Arriving in

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Southampton estate agent instructed to sell Christchurch civic offices

SOUTHAMPTON-based estate agent have been instructed to market Christchurch civic offices for BCP Council.  CBRE Southampton will help sell the circa 29,600 sq ft, three-storey building sitting on a 1.66-acre site near the town centre.  While

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Two Dorset Homebase stores confirmed closing down

TWO Dorset Homebase stores will be closing down, it has been confirmed.  The troubled DIY and garden chain will be closing its Christchurch store at Christchurch Retail Park in Bailey Drive and its Blandford store in Stour Park.  Meanwhile,

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PHOTOS: Large queue forms for Lidl's big Christmas giveaway

HUNDREDS of residents queued for freebies given away by Lidl at its own version of a cola lorry.  The queue stretched from The Triangle in Bournemouth town centre all the way down Commercial Road at one point.  Some had been waiting in the

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Award-winning restaurant scolded by hygiene inspectors

(Image: Pixabay) A NUMBER of cafés, pubs, restaurants and takeaways across Dorset and the New Forest 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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Investigation into controversial FuturePlaces to be held

AN investigation will be carried out into the controversial former council company FuturePlaces, a meeting heard.  Cross party calls urged for a further look into the regeneration company, which was set up by former council leaders Drew Mellor,

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Man found on street injured after 'stabbing' in Bournemouth town centre

A MAN was stabbed in Bournemouth town centre.  The man was found injured with a ‘stab wound’ outside a flat in Terrace Road, at the Commercial Road end, at around 5.30pm on Saturday, November 30.  He is believed to have been stabbed after what

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Bournemouth scientists developing rapid, portable test for skin cancers

SCIENTISTS are developing a portable sensor which would be capable of detecting skin cancers from chemicals released by the skin. The team from Bournemouth University (BU) and University Hospitals Dorset has launched a three-year study at Poole

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Man ‘clawed at mum’s face’ and shoved fingers in her mouth before stealing car

A MAN ‘clawed’ at his mother’s face and shoved his fingers into her mouth when she refused to hand over her car keys, a court heard. Jacob Elsanosi later attacked his mother’s neighbour with a brick, broken bottle and a political placard. Prosecutor

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'Version 2.0' of Chris Billam-Smith eyes title return - ideally in Bournemouth

CHRIS Billam-Smith will return as 'version 2.0' of himself - with his sights set on another title fight which he would love to hold in Bournemouth once again. The Bournemouth fighter lost his WBO cruiserweight title to Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez

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'We're pushing boundaries': Cherries host Cambridge in quarter final

THE Cherries are at home this Sunday as they host Cambridge United in the Women's National League Plate quarter final. Steve Cuss' side come off the back of a convincing 4-0 win over AFC Porchester in the Adobe FA Cup. They have only lost one