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Bournemouth Echo

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
What's planned for Bournemouth's Marks and Spencer site
THE skyline of Bournemouth’s Triangle area could be transformed into high rise with a blueprint for hundreds of new homes and additional retail provision.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 20:48:19 +0000
Appeal for missing Poole man Samuel Mitson
Police are appealing for a missing man to get in touch with them.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Callum Baker Osborne: Mother's plea for Rockley Park safety improvement
THE mother of “selfless hero” Callum Baker-Osborne who drowned while saving his family in difficulty at Rockley Park said “it is going to happen again” if more safety measures are not introduced.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Pictures inside Bournemouth's empty Marks and Spencer store
Plans which could change the skyline of Bournemouth Triangle have been unveiled.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Who's playing Sandfest at Sandbanks this summer
ORGANISERS of a popular music festival are gearing up for its return to Sandbanks beach this summer.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Poole's rope knot sculpture erected at Hinger Hill
RESIDENTS have expressed mixed opinions on the new knot sculpture erected in Poole.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
How Dorset reacted after Russian invaded Ukraine
We always knew Dorset was an incredible place, somewhere with incredible community spirit.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Seven holiday home plots released at Silverlake in Dorset
Seven freehold plots have been released at a luxury holiday home development near Crossways.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
What happened to Marks and Spencer in Bournemouth?
Bournemouth losing one of it's biggest stores sent shockwaves across the area when the news was announced back in 2018.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 07:51:36 +0000
Dorset petrol price rise as diesel costs 176.9p in Dorchester
Dorset residents have spotted fuel prices rocketing in the county- with diesel at a petrol station in Dorchester costing 176.9 per litre yesterday.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Stanpit in Christchurch finally being resurfaced
“YEARS” of frustrations on a road which “causes houses to shake” seem to finally be coming to an end.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Adventure Wonderland looking for new Alice in Wonderland
CALLING all budding West End and television stars.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Floodlit Priory commemoration shows support for Ukraine
THE Priory in Christchurch was floodlit this week in a special commemoration for a family with close links to the church – and to show support for Ukraine.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Work progressing on new Marks and Spencer shop in New Milton
WORK is progressing at pace on a new high street Marks & Spencer foodhall.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bournemouth's BH2 in pictures as it turns five
BOURNEMOUTH'S BH2 opened its doors five years ago this week.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Thomas Tripp in Christchurch is our Pub of the Week
A WELL-established pub in the heart of Christchurch with two new owners at the helm – Thomas Tripp is our Pub of the Week.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Tobias Ellwood meets the 'army of hope' behind Ukraine donations
BOURNEMOUTH MP Tobias Ellwood visited the donation Castlepoint warehouse yesterday, speaking with organisers about the overwhelming efforts from the Bournemouth community.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
A338 Spur Road speed cameras were turned off for 49 weeks
THOUSANDS of speeding motorists have avoided being caught on the main road in and out of Bournemouth due to cameras being switched off for almost a whole year.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 15:53:01 +0000
Car smashes into garage in Slepe Crescent, Poole
EMERGENCY services rushed to the scene after a car hit a garage in Poole.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
UK drivers face £5,000 fine for splashing pedestrians with puddles
Amid heavy rain across the UK in recent months, driving conditions have been far from ideal.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Vodafone installs 4G technology on Bournemouth phone boxes
PHONE boxes are making a comeback in Bournemouth with a modern technology twist.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
'Words can't explain how vital he is going to be' - Parker believes Cahill has a 'massive part to play' in Cherries final promotion push
SCOTT Parker believes veteran Gary Cahill is “going to be vital” for Cherries heading into the final 15 games of the season – both on and off the pitch.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
A look at the career of Bournemouth MP Tobias Ellwood
TELEVISED proceedings of Commons select committees are not exactly what you would call compulsive viewing for the general public.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Covid: Fall in case rates in BCP but fewer getting tested
A “SUSTAINED” fall in Covid cases is being seen across Dorset – but fewer people are getting tested, the public health authority has said.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Ancient ponds could be brought back to county in improvement plans
MORE ancient ponds could be brought back to life across Dorset as part of plans to improve biodiversity.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Cycle and pedestrian route completed in Rigler Road
WORK to construct a new cycle and pedestrian route along Rigler Road has been completed.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Rescue dogs, horses and rabbits looking for homes in Dorset
ARE you looking to give a pet a forever home?

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Poole Harbour fishing boat criminal damage case in court
A MAN who was involved in causing almost £1,500 worth of damage to a fishing boat at Poole Harbour has been sentenced by the courts.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Tesco, Waitrose and IKEA share 'important safety warning' with shoppers
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bournemouth School for Girls announces new headteacher
BOURNEMOUTH School for Girls has announced its current deputy headteacher will be promoted to lead the school for the next academic year.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Letter: ‘Britain should become self-sufficient in energy’
WITH what is going on around us in the world today, it should mean even more so that Britain should become self-sufficient in energy.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Taxi fare hike could be coming to BCP area
TAXI and private hire operators in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area are asking for a seven per cent hike in their fees.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Vegan dog food company is offering £5,000 to sniff your dog's poo
On top of testing the effect a plant-based diet has on their dog's digestion and health, owners will be asked to sniff their pup's poo.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Picture of the day: Frozen river at Christchurch
Reader Ken Adams sent in this photo of his two sons, Geoffrey and Richard on the left, walking on ice at the centre of the frozen River Stour with Christchurch Priory is in the background, there are people skating and even cycling on the frozen river...

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Mother's Day gifts 2022: coffee machines, mugs and gift sets
Here's a great gift guide for coffee lovers - from affordable little treats and giftsets to espresso machines from £29.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Costa Coffee and M&S Food have teamed up on a Spring menu for 2022 - Here's what I thought
I tried the M&S food range that's now available in more than 2,500 Costa Coffee stores. Here's what I thought.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Canary Islands to scrap all Covid rules - Best holidays from Jet2, Thomas Cook and more
As Spain contains to relax its Covid restrictions, it looks like a sun-soaked summer holiday to the Canary Islands isn't that far away. How to book yours.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000
9 ways to save money on your weekly food shop at Asda, Morrisons and more
Food inflation is the key driver behind higher prices, particularly for fresh food, impacted by poor harvests, both in the UK and globally.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:03:46 +0000
Dorset drink and drug driver jailed after tree crash
A DRINK and drug driver who caused serious injuries to his two passengers when he crashed into a tree has been jailed.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Ringwood residents call for acoustic barrier on A31
ANGRY residents living near the A31 roadworks say they are “fighting” for a noise barrier to be installed.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:07:18 +0000
Body found in Dorset following search for missing man
A body has been found following the search for a missing Bucks man.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Littledown slides closed with no date for reopening
THE popular slides at Littledown have been out of action for two years - and no date has been given for when they'll reopen.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Settled life off the pitch is helping Jamal Lowe at Cherries
WHEN Jamal Lowe stormed in to smash the loose ball home against Stoke City on Saturday, it rounded off a magical week on a personal note.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:15:51 +0000
Petrol prices in Dorset as diesel costs 170.9 in Bournemouth
Dorset residents have spotted fuel prices rocketing in the county-  with diesel at one Bournemouth petrol station costing 170.9 per litre.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Council serves notice on QE leisure centre
TWO years notice will be given to end a council's involvement with a leisure centre.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 22:30:00 +0000
Parker: 'I have had nothing but full support from Maxim since I have been here'
SCOTT Parker said he has had “no dialogue” with Cherries owner Maxim Demin following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine but insisted: “I have had nothing but full support from Maxim since I have been here.”

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:18:07 +0000
Poole Harbour prohibits Russian ships from entering port
POOLE Harbour will prohibit all Russian ships from entering its port in line with UK regulations.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Petition launched for new cremator at Poole Crematorium
A RETIRED businessman has launched a petition urging BCP Council to install a working cremator at Poole Crematorium.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Human chain at Boscombe beach for Ukraine this weekend
TWO charities are asking people to form a human chain on Boscombe beach to show their support for Ukraine this weekend.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:18:02 +0000
Shane Warne dead: Australian cricket legend dies aged 52 of 'suspected heart attack'
Warne’s management released a brief statement saying that he had passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand, of a suspected heart attack.



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