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Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Sandbanks boy racers 'will end in someone getting killed'
THE actions of boy racers at Sandbanks could lead to ‘someone getting killed’, according to a peninsula residents' group.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Poole High Street's Iceland is to shut permanently in September
ICELAND has confirmed it will be shutting its store in Poole High Street for good next month.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth boat store condemned after arson attack
A BOAT hire service has been left without all of their equipment after their storage unit was torched in an early hours arson.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:18:53 +0100
Police appeal for missing Poole man Anthony Whale
POLICE have launched a public appeal to find a missing Poole man.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for second McDonald's in Christchurch met with objections
PLANS for a second McDonald’s in Christchurch have been met with almost 100 objections.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:26:56 +0100
Plans unveiled for 'once-in-a-generation' Dorset surf lagoon
PLANS for a “once-in-a-generation” development for an inland surfing lagoon near a Dorset country park have been revealed.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
One year on from major flat fire in Holdenhurst Road
A BUILDING involved in a large fire in Bournemouth last summer remains in the same state one year on.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Darbys Lane and Kingsbere Road in Oakdale to close
RESIDENTS in Poole say that they feel “ignored” after road closure extensions were granted despite a 68 per cent objection rate, while the council defends its position.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:26:16 +0100
Milkshakes off menu as McDonald’s hit by supply chain issues
Milkshakes off the menu at McDonald's as supply chain take a hit. READ MORE:

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:01:43 +0100
Child saved after going missing in sea off Bournemouth Pier
Child saved from sea after drifting from Bournemouth Pier to Durley Chine. READ MORE:

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:42:22 +0100
WEATHER: The forecast for Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole
Could it be bbq weather this bank holiday weekend? Here's the forecast for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Send us photos of your pets
FROM doting dogs and cuddly cats to perfect parrots and gorgeous guinea pigs, pets are a huge part of our lives.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
In the dock: Co-op wine thief among 7 sentenced at court
Seven recent cases to be dealt with at Poole Magistrates' Court including offenders from Bournemouth.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Plant-based cheese business saycheaseuk is named Trader of the Week
INTRODUCING the Bournemouth business that offers a delicious alternative to cheese, and one that will satisfy even the greatest cheese lover.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
A look at the newly reopened Flirt Café
A POPULAR Bournemouth café has reopened following a makeover from its new owners.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Alfa Romeo models for sale at Charterhouse auction
TWO toy cars, aged almost 100 years old each, are estimated to sell for a combined sum of £10,000 at an auction in September.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 03:00:00 +0100
Sandpolo returns to Sandbanks in September
THE British Beach Polo Championships, known as Sandpolo, will make a comeback next month.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Rail passengers face potential 4.8% rise in fares
DORSET train passengers could be hit by the largest fares rise in a decade.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:10:39 +0100
Dorset Council in talks over its response to Afghan refugee crisis
DORSET Council is considering the authority’s response to the current Afghan refugee situation.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Christchurch Life Saving Club fundraise for new hut after lifeguard saves two people
THE FATHER of an RNLI lifeguard is appealing for help to fund a new lifeguarding hut.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Banff Film Festival World Tour returns to the Regent Centre
THE BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour is back for 2021, bringing the latest action and adventure film to the Regent Centre’s big screen next month.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Sunseeker jobs and exports praised by minister
MAJOR Dorset employer Sunseeker has been praised by a government minister for its contribution to exports and jobs.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Picture of the Day: A splash of colour
Dorset flora beautifully captured by Echo Camera Club member Gillian Thomas. Poppies framed in a field of cornflowers.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:26:09 +0100
New 'Covid-22' variant will be a 'big problem for the coming year'
The scientist, who is based in Europe, warned the new strain could become the most dangerous and warned we face a “big risk”.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:01:00 +0100
Boots and Deliveroo team up to deliver drugs and baby essentials to your door
Around 400 products will be available for delivery including pain relief, vitamins and plasters.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:12:21 +0100
Teenager stabbed at Slades Farm
A TEENAGE boy was hospitalised after being stabbed during an altercation in Slades Farm on the weekend.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:03:15 +0100
Fuel boat store torched with police launching arson probe
AN ARSON probe has been launched after a store containing 1,000 litres of fuel near a river was torched.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100
SSE works on Parkstone road draws ire from residents
ROADWORKS caused a “nightmare” for residents who were not told about them until they happened.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 22:30:00 +0100
Marcondes believes there is 'not that big of a gap' between top of Championship and bottom of the Premier League
DETERMINED Emiliano Marcondes insisted he felt there was “not that big of a gap” between the top of the Championship and the bottom of the Premier League.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 20:58:05 +0100
Cherries seal loan swoop for Manchester City youngster Rogers
CHERRIES have completed a move for Manchester City youngster Morgan Rogers.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:19:00 +0100
Covid: BIC pausing walk-ins after running out of Pfizer supplies
DORSET’S largest Covid vaccination centre has “got through” its Pfizer vaccine supplies and will not be able to offer walk-ins until tomorrow (Tuesday, August 24).

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100
Ketchup squirted on couple’s home in Bournemouth
POLICE were called by a frightened couple who were alerted to a man squirting tomato ketchup at a home in Bournemouth.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:21:15 +0100
Neill Blake heaps praise on Manchester City's Morgan Rogers
CHERRIES chief executive Neill Blake was "absolutely delighted" to secure new loan recruit Morgan Rogers and said he “has all the attributes to become an outstanding player”.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:11:29 +0100
Coronavirus: 397 cases recorded in Dorset
ALMOST 400 Covid cases have been recorded across Dorset in the past day.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:48:13 +0100
A31 Poulner Hill closed westbound due to broken down coach
THE A31 has reportedly been closed after coach has broken-down.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:07:14 +0100
RNLI Mudeford called to assist dinghy sailor in distress
LIFEBOAT crews were sent out to Christchurch yesterday afternoon following reports of a person in the water in the River Avon.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 08:18:28 +0100
Injured kneeboarder rescued in Swanage Bay
TWO lifeboats and a coastguard crew raced to the rescue of an injured kneeboarder after a surfing trip went wrong.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100
Anti-social behaviour on the beach at Canford Cliffs
BEACH hut tenants at Canford Cliffs have raised concerns about anti-social behaviour following a recent stabbing and several large gatherings in the area.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:08:59 +0100
Mini Cooper taped off after crash on Wessex Way
A CAR was taped off by police in a bus stop on the Wessex Way after a crash on Monday.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:06:34 +0100
Conor Burns MP made trade envoy alongside Ian Botham
BOURNEMOUTH West MP Conor Burns has been named a trade envoy to Canada.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:32:38 +0100
Channel 4 issue statement as Gogglebox star dies
The Googlebox team shared an update on social media.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:41:23 +0100
Bournemouth police give out anti drink spiking kits
NIGHT-time venues in Bournemouth receive anti drink spiking kits as part of police crackdown.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:27:56 +0100
Parker wants to see 'healthy competition' after Nyland addition
BOSS Scott Parker admitted Cherries’ swoop for goalkeeper Orjan Nyland came in quick fashion but added: “I think healthy competition in that position is key.”

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:31:43 +0100
NHS Covid scam: Trading Standards issue urgent warning
The message links to a website made to look like a real NHS platform that asks the recipient to give personal details

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:23:40 +0100
Which?: Tesco rated best online grocer ahead of Asda and Waitrose
Tesco is one of the UK’s ‘big six’ supermarkets alongside Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Lidl.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:23:06 +0100
Universal Credit payment date this week and contact number
The change in payment dates is due to the upcoming August bank holiday this weekend.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Police revoke gun licences more than 300 times
POLICE revoked the rights of gun owners in Dorset more than 300 times in 13 years, latest figures show.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth church raising crucial funds for roof repairs
A CHURCH in Southbourne celebrating its 60th anniversary needs to raise £25,000 to replace its roof.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Christchurch Food Festival is back with a new programme
THE CHRISTCHURCH Food Festival is set to return this year with a jam-packed line-up featuring chef demonstrations, local food traders, live entertainment and refreshing drinks over the bank holiday weekend.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Winton man has lived in same house for 90 years
HAS this great-grandfather broken the Daily Echo record for longest time living in one house?



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