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New Aldi store met with 'most vociferous' objections
RESIDENTS are torn on whether a new Aldi supermarket would be good for the area. Some argue that the German supermarket’s plans for a new store at Canford Bottom Roundabout would add traffic to the accident blackspot. Others have said they
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Vital work to protect shoreline to begin next spring
VITAL work along Studland’s coastline is expected to begin in the spring, the National Trust has said. Over the past few years, sea defences put in place by the trust have failed to prevent climate change from doing its work and eroding the cliffside
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BCP Tories call for action after Labour axe Winter Fuel Payments
BCP’S Conservatives have called on the council to write to the chancellor Rachel Reeves for an “urgent” review into the Winter Fuel Payments decision. On Tuesday, parliament Dorset’s MPs were divided over Labour’s plans to cut the winter fuel
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Bournemouth business secures £16.5m investment
A BOURNEMOUTH-BASED business has secured a £16.5m investment from a nationwide investor. Leading B2B fintech provider Twenty7tec has said BGF’s donation will help “further drive significant growth and expansion within the UK”. Twenty7tec’
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Fears housing block 'will collapse' if developers go ahead with plans
RESIDENTS of a housing block have warned developers that their plan to build two extra storeys could “cause the building to collapse”. West End Investments is looking to expand Park Court in Western Road, off Alumhurst Road in Westbourne, with
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Number of e-scooters being seized by police reaches record highs
MORE illegal electric scooters are being seized by police officers in the county, new data shows. An Freedom of Information request to Dorset Police shows in the 2023/24 financial year, 78 e-scooters were taken off the roads by officers.
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Man summoned to court after boy, 3, injured on school run
A MAN has been summoned to court after a three-year-old boy was allegedly run over. Terence Edgar Wyatt, 62, was issued with a postal requisition for an offence of driving without due care and attention and was due to appear at Weymouth Magistrates
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Classic 1940s Ford Anglia to be sold at auction next month
A CLASSIC Ford Anglia first registered in Southampton in 1949 is going up for auction in Dorset next month. South Western Vehicle Auctions (SWVA) will be selling the Anglia E4 94A on behalf of the vendor’s late husband who became the vehicle’s
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Elite cycling team announce domestic racing legend as first new signing
A BOURNEMOUTH-based elite cycling team has announced a domestic racing legend as their first signing for next season. Primera-TeamJobs have confirmed that Cornish rider Steve Lampier will be riding for the team in 2025, bringing an experienced
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Poole and Hamworthy legends to fundraise for Dan Cann after MND diagnosis
THE County Ground is set to host a special encounter as Hamworthy United Legends take on Poole Town Legends in a fundraising event for Dan Cann this Sunday. Early last month, at the age of 38, Dan Cann was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
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Molesley hails 'fantastic start' for former Cherries and Poole Town striker
FORMER Cherries academy graduate Jake Scrimshaw has been praised by Terras boss Mark Molesley after coming on to score in the club's 2-1 win over Dorking Wanderers. The AFC Bournemouth academy striker signed for the club on a free transfer at the
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Metre long snake captured swimming through the water in Poole
A WOMAN was shocked to encounter a metre-long snake swimming through the water in Poole. Kerry Batcock from Poole was out for an evening walk at Alder Hills nature reserve on Monday, September 9, when she spotted a ‘black shape swimming through
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Woman leaves £100,000 in her will to support the RNLI after donating £1.5 million
A GENEROUS supporter of the RNLI who donated £1.5 million for a lifeboat in honour of her husband has left a further £100,000 in her will. Doreen Hogg bequeathed the money to the Poole-based charity to allow it to keep on saving lives long after
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Former Poole Town boss offering UEFA-qualified coaching for schools
A FORMER Poole Town manager is offering UEFA-qualified coaching for children across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. James Ellis was interim Dolphins’ boss last season and he has worked for The FA as lead coach developer, as well as coaching
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Elderly man rescued from 'freezing' water after being stuck for an hour
AN ELDERLY man was rescued by a teen after spending more than an hour trapped in the water at Canford Sang. The man, who was in his 80s, was trying to save his dog from the river when he got himself into difficulty and was unable to get himself
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Wimborne fall to 4-0 defeat away at AFC Totton
WIMBORNE Town fell to a 4-0 defeat away at AFC Totton, as the hosts returned to the top of the table. Tim Sills made two changes to his starting 11, with Charlie Philpot making his debut in goal, and Connor Cocklin joining Harvey Wright in central
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The Great British Bake Off reveals start date for new series (it's not far away)
The Great British Bake Off is known for being a wholesome programme and fans don’t have long to wait until the new series airs. The baking competition sees members of the public attempt to create impressive bakes each week with the Star Baker title
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Man accused of handling stolen goods worth around £500,000
A MAN has been summoned to court in connection with allegedly handling stolen goods valuing around £500,000. William George Martin, 23, has been issued with a postal requisition to appear at Weymouth Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, October 2.
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Harry Potter TV series looking for UK children for main roles - how to apply
The search for the next Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger for the new HBO original series has begun and it could be you. HBO announced in 2023 it would be creating a new "decade-long" Harry Potter television series which would be a
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Terrified cabbie shot at by criminal brothers
CRIMINAL brothers fired ball bearings at a taxi, leaving the driver terrified. Dillon Alan Cooper, 21, and Thomas Edward Cooper, 21, both of Burnt House Lane, Bransgore, caused extensive damage to a taxi after firing ball bearings at it on February
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Man tries to break into cafe with crowbar
A MAN attempted two break into a Winton cafe with a crowbar. At around 2.55am on Wednesday, August 14 a man attempted to force his way into to the Otto Print and Coffee House in Wimborne Road. Police say the offender initially used a crowbar
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Dorset Police detective accused of assault at a Bournemouth nightclub
A SERVING Dorset Police officer is to appear in court after an alleged assault and public order offence. The court appearance comes after a reported incident at Canvas nightclub in Bournemouth during the night of Saturday, March 30 to Sunday 31
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When are NHS flu jabs available? See who is eligible and how to book
As the cooler days start to creep in, you might be wondering how you can protect yourself from common illnesses like the flu this autumn and winter. The NHS offers vaccines to those who are eligible to help protect them against the flu and its
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Met Office forecasts snow as temperatures in the UK set to plummet
Met Office forecasters have predicted the UK could see its first snow fall of the season as early as this week as temperatures look set to plummet. Autumn has arrived, and while temperatures have been relatively warm for this time of year, the
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Grade 92 expands barbershop as it opens sixth store
A BARBERSHOP with national recognition has announced it is opening its sixth store in Dorset and Wiltshire. James Gura-Lowe is the co-founder of Grade 92, a mobile barber serving Dorset and Wiltshire. James rose to local fame when he and his
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Major roadworks postponed until January
PLANNED roadworks in Upton have been delayed until next year. Dorset Council has moved its major changes to the approach to Upton Country Park from Poole Road, Upton until January 13. The local authority said SGN’s work in Blandford Road
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Laptops stolen from Bournemouth town centre shop
FIVE laptops were stolen from a shop in Bournemouth town centre. At around 4.20am on Friday, September 6 a man forced entry to Bournemouth IT Solutions (BITS) in Old Christchurch Road. The laptops were later found by a police officer in a
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Man arrested for drug offences after failing to stop following a crash in Wimborne
A MAN has been arrested for drug offences after failing to stop following a car crash in Wimborne. Dorset Police received a report at 7.05am on Monday, September 9 that a grey Skoda Octavia failed to stop after colliding with a bollard in Smugglers
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Billam-Smith to face Gilberto Ramirez in cruiserweight unification bout
CHRIS Billam-Smith will face Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez in a cruiserweight unification fight this November. The WBO champion will fight the WBA champion in a unification bout in Saudi Arabia. The Bournemouth boxer is WBO champion having beaten
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Residents alarmed by 'gun shot'-like noises being heard across Dorset
RESIDENTS across Dorset have reported hearing loud, 'gun shot '-like sounds in the evenings. These noises are due to night firing exercises at Lulworth Range. The exercises will occur on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, as well as occasionally
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How rare are snakes and are there any venomous species in the UK?
There are fascinating animals in every corner of the British Isles but many of these can be hard to spot due to their rarity. Snakes are one of these with many coming to the mistaken conclusion that the UK is free of these slithering creatures.
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Noisy manhole cover that gave residents 'sleepless night' now fixed
WORK on a loose manhole cover that gave residents “sleepless nights” has been completed. Workmen were seen starting work on the cover on Tuesday evening, September 10, one of the residents who got in touch with the Echo said. Virgin Media
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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to millions of drivers over little known mistake
Every driver in the UK could be at risk of a £1,000 fine if they do not make a crucial check. Motorists have been warned they could face a fine if the details on the driving licence are not up to date. This includes ensuring your address is
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Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code
Navigating the intricacies of tax codes can be a daunting task for many employees. Your tax code determines how much income tax is deducted from your salary, and even a minor error could leave you paying more than your fair share—or not enough,
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Road shut for over two hours following a three vehicle crash in Bournemouth
A MAIN road was closed in Bournemouth following a three-vehicle collision. Police received a report at 6.15pm on Tuesday, September 10 of a collision involving three vehicles on the A338 Wessex Way between Bournemouth West Roundabout and County
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'It's just plain wrong': Council lead criticises changes to the winter fuel payment
THE leader of Dorset Council has criticised the decision to scrap the winter fuel allowance. The Social Fund was a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) scheme aimed at helping people on a low income with paying expenses/bills. Cllr Nick Ireland
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Alert issued after sewage discharged near Poole Harbour
SWIMMERS are being advised not to enter the water in Poole after a pollution risk alert has been flagged. Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) identified on its live interactive map that Poole Harbour Rockley Sands has a ‘sewage pollution alert.’ Storm
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Dorset animal activism group protests at Bournemouth hospital
A DORSET animal activism group protested at Royal Bournemouth Hospital outside a site for clinical waste disposal. Activists for Dorset Against Animal Testing wore bloodied lab gear on Tuesday while chanting for the closure of a puppy factory in
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Residents can ask questions to police during live broadcast
DORSET Police will host a second Facebook Live online public meeting. Residents can ask questions in real time to senior representatives from Dorset Police, BCP Council and the police and crime commissioner David Sidwick during the broadcast.
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New build homes 'heavily discounted' below market value
NEW build homes recently constructed in Verwood are being “heavily discounted” below their market value. Family-run business Pennyfarthing Homes has launched 19 new properties at 30 per cent below their full market value at its Potters Wood development
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Daily Echo's Café of the Year 2024: how to nominate
The Daily Echo is inviting readers to nominate their favourite café for our Café of the Year 2024. Let us know your top eatery and they could be in with a chance of being awarded our Café of the Year. Nominations will be open until October
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Mail 'irretrievably damaged' after post box set alight
AN ESTATE agent in Bournemouth had a lit napkin pushed through its letterbox and a postbox nearby was set on fire. Dorset Police was informed on September 8 at 9.15pm that the postbox outside Derek J Rolls Estate Agents on Wimborne Road had been
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Dorset's top 10 places to live revealed in Muddy Stilettos 2024 awards
The top 10 places to live in Dorset have been revealed in the latest awards from Muddy Stilettos. The women's lifestyle website creates a list of the 'best places to live' every year, with there being 10 places included for each county. Overall
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New neighbourhood plan one step closer to reality
WOOL residents are one step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their village. The parish council, which also covers Bovington, has submitted its new neighbourhood plan for independent examination. Residents have
