A ‘WONDERFUL’ cottage in Dorset could be yours for £150,000 when it goes under the hammer.

A BURGLAR who stole from two hotels, a nightclub and someone’s home has been jailed.

A BOSCOMBE hotel could be demolished and replaced by a four or five storey block of 33 flats.

SINGER and presenter Fleur East kick started a national radio station’s UK Summer Staycation tour in Bournemouth.

AS the pandemic took hold last year, there was a time when Lush boss Mark Constantine wondered how long the business could survive.

IT is fair to say, it is one of the more unique McDonald’s branches in Dorset.

DETECTIVES investigating reports of an armed robbery in north Dorset have released an image of a man they would like to speak with.

FROM sunbathing to cycling, relaxing to exercising – Bournemouth’s Pleasure Gardens play a large part in the lives of the town’s residents.

DORSET Oysters have opened a brand new purification plant in Poole, purifying oysters and shellfish from Poole Harbour.

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A BEAUTY spot in Dorset has been named among the best for a picnic in the country.

A ROTARIAN from Bournemouth has been honoured by Rotary International with a Champions of Change Award.

BCP AND Dorset Councils have collaborated with the newly appointed head of safeguarding across both council areas to highlight the importance of the role.

CHERRIES have announced the signing of attacking midfielder Emiliano Marcondes on a free transfer.

BRENTFORD boss Thomas Frank tipped Emiliano Marcondes to do a “great job for his next club” before the attack-minded midfielder was snapped up by Cherries.

PART of a Dorset A-road has been closed due to a crash.

CHIEF executive Neill Blake described as a “huge coup” the signing of highly sought-after free agent Emiliano Marcondes and added: “He will be an excellent addition.”

IT was no surprise to see Asmir Begovic throwing himself back into intense work during Cherries’ first week of pre-season.

ACCIDENT and emergency staff in BCP have expressed their concern over growing visitor numbers as they brace for the summer holidays despite already facing ‘winter pressure levels’.

FOOTBALL fans have been left scratching their heads as to why BCP Council has erected a giant screen in the lower gardens for Wimbledon, but will not be showing any Euro games.

A TOP visitor attraction has admitted an “error” after telling staff they could come to work even if the NHS Test and Trace service told them to isolate.

Wearing face masks and social distancing could remain part of life for the next five years, under contingency plans being drawn up by the government.

THOUSANDS of people took to the sea in Bournemouth to swim from pier to pier, all in aid of the British Heart Foundation.

CRIMINALS jailed in June include heartless thieves, dangerous drivers and thugs who robbed someone at knifepoint.

MORE than 70 areas of Dorset have reported more than three active coronavirus cases, as new Covid-19 cases increase across Dorset.

FISHING has been banned on property belonging to the company operating the Sandbanks Ferry.

A CUSTODY officer was punched in the head during a sentencing hearing at Weymouth Magistrates Court in which a man was given a prison sentence, writes Sam McKeown.

THE Southbourne Coastguard was called to help the ambulance crew with a medical incident at Bournemouth Pier early on Saturday morning.

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IT has never been more necessary to keep up with the business news.

Ahead of the launch of the new campaign David Walliams “implored” everyone to get their jab.

Following the last review on June 24 the next look into the UK's travel list is expected in the week commencing July 12.

Ahead of England's crunch clash football fans will be able to enjoy a discount on every menu item making mealtimes one less thing to worry about.

New research has suggested that Covid is common in pet cats and dogs whose owners have the disease.

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A SPECIAL forces veteran from Poole who has fought back from a massive stroke took on the Three Peaks in treacherous weather – a year after his first attempt was abandoned because of the Covid pandemic.

TODAY'S selection of pets include two pairs of cuddling companions, tortoises and a "loving" rabbit.

Morrisons supermarket has agreed to a £6.3 billion takeover bid from a consortium of investment groups.

Drivers will be advised to follow a diversion route to bypass the roadworks

HAMPSHIRE’S teenage batting prodigy Tom Prest inspired his side to only their second Vitality Blast win of the season with an unbeaten 59 helping seal an 11-run victory over high-flying Gloucestershire at the Ageas Bowl.

THE UK’s leading heart charity, the British Heart Foundation, wants to say thank you to all its fantastic shop volunteers, ahead of Thank You Day (July 4).

YOU could be forgiven for feeling a little jealous of the England football team, jetting off to Rome at just a few days’ notice.

Sailing in Poole Harbour with Corfe Castle and the Purbeck hills in the background pure sailing delight captured by Echo Camera Club member Sue Grundy.

MOTORISTS are set to experience a “nightmare” as roadworks on a 320-metre stretch of main road will lead to a six-mile diversion.

THE insurer Ageas is shedding jobs in Bournemouth amid a restructuring.

The concern comes this summer because their AstraZeneca vaccines are reportedly not recognised by the EU.

Government efforts to “level up” funding for education have resulted in cuts to the money going to the most deprived schools.

The new partnership will enable customers to find information and book or order the necessary COVID-19 travel testing services.

Luckily, six months after the injury the victim is said to be firing on all cylinders.

Videos are uploaded under the search term #fakecovidtest where teenagers can find them with more than 6.5 million views.