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Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Anger over anti-social behaviour on Bournemouth church land
A MAN living in a vicarage says he has “had enough” of anti-social behaviour on land next to his home – characterised by drug deals, littering, and prostitution.

Mon, 09 May 2022 09:20:00 +0100
Tributes paid for popular Big Issue seller killed in Westbourne
A memorial service was held in Westbourne on Saturday to commemorate the 13th anniversary of the death of Ralph Millward.

Mon, 09 May 2022 07:34:07 +0100
Fire at Evening Hill in Sandbanks in Poole on Sunday night
Fire crews were called to the cliff top at Sandbanks on Sunday night to deal with a blaze.

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Wimborne Road green travel route works to begin on May 16
IMPROVEMENTS will be made along a Poole road as construction on the first section of the new sustainable travel route will commence.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Donations needed for a "life-changing" new wheelchair
A resident has appealed for donations to fund a vital new wheelchair that will be "life-changing".

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Health trust 'missed opportunity' days before fatal stabbing
A FAILURE to act on a psychiatric patient telling his social worker he was in possession of a knife days before he stabbed a man to death in Poole has led a coroner to order change at a health trust.

Mon, 09 May 2022 07:51:21 +0100
Man in sea stopped from going to France on a raft
A man planning on floating to France on a home-made raft was stopped by police and coastguards today.

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Police plan for nuisance vehicles at Hengistbury Head
Police are aiming to clampdown on antisocial behaviour in parts of Southbourne.

Sun, 08 May 2022 16:15:06 +0100
Car crashes into ditch in Wool
Driver in Wool crashes car into a ditch

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Alan Carr on living in Weymouth and new tour
It's a little-known fact that comedian Alan Carr was born in Weymouth and, as he tells Joanna Davis, it's going to be a fantastic feeling returning to Dorset on his latest tour

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
No suspect identified in nearly three-quarters of thefts in Dorset
NEARLY THREE-quarters of theft cases in Dorset were closed without police identifying a suspect last year, figures reveal.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Mental health worker opens up about her own struggles
A mental health peer support worker is urging people not to suffer in silence after opening up about her own struggles.

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Plea to designate Dorset rivers as bathing water
COUNCIL leaders have been urged to push for rivers to receive special status in an attempt to improve water quality.

Mon, 09 May 2022 09:52:13 +0100
Travelodge has 30 jobs to fill in Dorset for summer
TRAVELODGE is looking to fill 30 positions across Dorset as it gears up for a “busy” summer season in the county.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:45:31 +0100
Vehicle fails to stop at scene of crash at Cemetery Junction
A VEHICLE failed to stop at the scene of a crash in Bournemouth early this morning.

Sun, 08 May 2022 16:22:22 +0100
Dog owners attend first ever Dorset Dogs Day event in Ferndown
Dog owners attended the first ever Dorset Dogs Day in Ferndown

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Ferndown Industrial Estate new units given approval
UP TO 26 industrial units could be built north of the Peartree Business Centre off Vulcan Way, Ferndown.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
In The Dock: Six people who have appeared at Poole Magistrates Court
In The Dock: Who has appeared at Poole Magistrates Court

Mon, 09 May 2022 09:57:18 +0100
Major DWP Universal Credit change affecting millions starts TODAY - what we know
The plans to move people over to Universal Credit will affect people claiming six types of support.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:59:10 +0100
Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs recalled over 'link to a salmonella outbreak'
Other recalls have included Kinder Surprise, Kinder Mini Eggs, Kinder Surprise 100g and Kinder Schokobons.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:33:00 +0100
One lane blocked on A31 between Stoney Cross and Picket Post
ONE lane is blocked on a major road through the New Forest this morning following a crash.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Roadworks taking place across the BCP area this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pupils take part in challenge to cycle, walk or scoot to school
Thousands of children take part in nationwide challenge to cycle, walk or scoot to school.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dogs Day Out hosted at Bobby's in Bournemouth
DOZENS of dogs dashed down to Bobby’s in Bournemouth over the Bank Holiday for a day of fun and treats.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
LV launches new garage helpline for men
LV= IS launching a new initiative to provide men in Bournemouth with a safe space to talk about their problems where they’d least expect it, in their local repair garage.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Litter Free Dorset returns with litter picking challenge
A CHALLENGE to make Dorset litter free has begun this month.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Tens of thousands of BCP households in fuel poverty before energy crisis
TENS OF thousands of households in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole were in fuel poverty before the national energy crisis, new figures show.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Latest figures on number of Bournemouth businesses in distress
THE number of Bournemouth businesses in “significant” financial distress has dipped slightly – but there are signs of “troubles building up in the system”.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Picture of the day: Squirrel ready for close up
Fantastic photo posted by Craig Newman of this friendly squirrel who is waiting for his breakfast.

Mon, 09 May 2022 09:28:39 +0100
McDonald’s announces discounts on popular menu items this Monday
For those wanting to save some pennies, McDonald’s Mondays are for you.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:50:12 +0100
Ticketmaster launches sale on West End shows including Frozen- How to get tickets
From Frozen, Harry Potter, Jersy Boys, Matilda and so much more get deals on West End shows.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:47:38 +0100
Aldi’s wishing well garden planter is back in stock – pre order yours now
You’ll need to be quick though, like all Aldi Specialbuys, once they're gone, they’re gone.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:46:56 +0100
Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Get party ready with Lakeland's themed decorations
Here's a selection of items from Lakeland that'll help you host a Platinum Jubilee party to remember.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:46:29 +0100
Get your vitamins delivered monthly with the Myvitamins beauty subscription box
The Myvitamins subscription box contains nutritional supplements for your hair, skin and nails.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:49:56 +0100
EasyJet issues warning to British holidaymakers this summer amid drastic new plans
It comes after European airlines, including easyJet, were forced to cancel thousands of flights in the lead-up to Easter.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Fury over Christchurch pavilion slipping into 'rack and ruin'
COUNCIL leaders have been accused of letting a community pavilion go to “rack and ruin”.

Sun, 08 May 2022 14:29:05 +0100
Crash on A31 near Ringwood causing delays
A crash on the A31 near Ringwood is causing delays this afternoon.

Sun, 08 May 2022 11:33:51 +0100
Bournemouth 'warmest place in the country' on Saturday
Bournemouth was the warmest place in the country on Saturday as temperatures look set to remain high today.

Sun, 08 May 2022 08:42:29 +0100
Brother of man killed by police car on A259 speaks of loss
THE brother of a man who was killed by an unmarked police car has described the days since his death as a week of “torment, stress and utter frustration”.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Proposals for design work to revamp Ringwood's Market Place
A PROPOSAL to fund design work for a theoretical revamp of Ringwood’s historic Market Place has been lobbied.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Which cruise ships are coming to Dorset in 2022?
Portland Port is expecting more than 112,000 passengers to visit this year on cruise ships in what it describes as another record breaking year as the industry recovers.

Sun, 08 May 2022 14:42:06 +0100
Delays on A338 Spur Road heading out of Bournemouth
There are delays on the A338 Spur Road this afternoon.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
A338 Spur Road overnight closures for maintenance works
THE A338 Spur Road could be closed for five nights with essential maintenance works planned.

Sun, 08 May 2022 12:01:39 +0100
Dorset Police No Excuse team deal with five drivers this week
Dorset Police's No Excuse team have 'temporarily relieved' five drivers of their vehicles this week.

Sun, 08 May 2022 11:47:45 +0100
Ferrari stopped by Dorset Police in Weymouth town centre
Concerns raised about the manner of driving of a Ferrari in Weymouth prompted police to act.

Sun, 08 May 2022 11:32:17 +0100
People urged not to light barbeques in the New Forest
People are being reminded about the risks of lighting open fires and barbeques in the New Forest.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Do you remember when Ashley Cross looked like this?
Did you know there used to be multiple petrol stations and garages at Ashley Cross, Parkstone? Take a look at these fantastic pictures showing the changes to the retailers from over 50 years ago.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Free tortillas to be given away in Bournemouth
Customers can treat themselves to a free tortilla when a new restaurant opens in Bournemouth later this month.

Sun, 08 May 2022 09:30:42 +0100
Two incidents for Poole RNLI on Saturday May 7
Poole RNLI were called to reports of a jetski which had run out of fuel near Studland on Saturday night.

Sat, 07 May 2022 08:19:03 +0100
Traveller camp evicted from Ferndown by Dorset Police
An unauthorised traveller camp was evicted by Dorset Police on Friday night.



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