Bournemouth Echo
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:22:22 +0100Police issue warning signs for people being exploited by gangs
Taxi drivers have been urged to look out for signs of people being exploited by gangs in Dorset
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:17:55 +0100Arrest after car crashed into barrier and flipped on busy route, injuring three
A woman has been arrested for drink driving after a car crashed into a barrier and landed on its roof, closing a busy Southampton route
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:01:00 +0100RSPCA reveals shocking rise in animal cruelty reports over the summer
Shocking new figures from RSPCA reveal an increase in animal cruelty reports.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Extra police for Bournemouth as part of summer crime crackdown
Bournemouth has been selected as one of more than 500 towns taking part in a major government crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour this summer.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:01:00 +0100Iconic hotel near home of Dogstival set for major upgrade
Plans to upgrade one of the best-known hotels in the New Forest have been unveiled
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:01:00 +0100Care home’s open garden weekend raises £1,000 for charity
A CARE home in the New Forest raised nearly £1,000 for charity after opening its garden to the public.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Vintage festival returns to Poole town
A VINTAGE festival celebrating heritage and timeless style will return to Poole town’s historic heart.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Tom Hayes column: 'We can make Bournemouth better'
That feeling becomes part of who you are from an early age so that when a resident comes to your door with concerns, you feel the same frustrations instinctively.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:05:59 +0100New festive experience to be launched in the New Forest this Christmas
A new festive experience - A Palace House Christmas - will be launched at Beaulieu later this year.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0100Over £25k raised for cancer support with Twilight Walk
More than £25,000 was raised for cancer support during University Hospitals Dorset’s Twilight Walk.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Why did they not speak up about seafront parking proposals?'
It's important to be clear about what happened with the paid parking consultation.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:10:52 +0100'Enviable' Hampshire town among UK's best for al fresco dining and pub gardens
Lymington in Hampshire has been named one of Britain's best places for al fresco dining and pub gardens, according to iNews
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:31:10 +0100Two men arrested for drugs offences and knife possession
At 3.32pm on Sunday 6 July 2025, we received a report of a woman making threats towards the occupant of an address in Webbs Way in Bournemouth.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:14:38 +0100Man arrested after several people assaulted and property damaged
A man has been arrested after reportedly going on a rampage, assaulting people and damaging cars and property.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:18:59 +0100Baby peregrine falcons spotted taking flight in New Forest
Baby peregrine falcons have been spotted taking flight in the New Forest, only a ten minute drive away from Southampton.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Local author releases debut novel set in New Forest after being written in 43 days
The Man Who Hired A Wizard by Thomas Sinkinson has already earned attention for its humour, quick creation, and local flavour.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Poole MP welcomes consultation that will offer leaseholders "transparency"
Poole’s campaigning MP, Neil Duncan-Jordan has welcomed the government’s consultation that will give millions of homeowners across England and Wales stronger rights and protections over their homes. Including thousands of leaseholders in Poole.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 16:30:41 +0100Four people taken to hospital after serious three-car crash
FOUR people been taken to hospital with some sustaining ‘serious’ injuries after three-vehicle crash on Salisbury Road.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:55:56 +0100LIVE: Road blocked by police after reported crash
We are getting reports of a multiple‑vehicle crash near the junction by Moyles Court on the A338 (Ringwood–Salisbury Road).
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:42:05 +0100Family bakers thanks loyal customers and staff after closure
A MUCH-loved family-run bakery has said a heartfelt thank you to customers and staff after closing its doors for the final time.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 08:44:58 +0100‘Growing concern’ for 12-year-old girl missing from Bournemouth
POLICE have a ‘growing concern’ for a 12-year-old girl who has gone missing from Bournemouth.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 21:19:34 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of raping woman in public toilet
A man has been arrested on suspicion of raping a young woman in a public toilet.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 15:21:31 +0100Missing girl, 12, from Bournemouth has been found
A MISSING 12-year-old girl from Bournemouth has been found by police.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:08:47 +0100Helicopters called to coast after man in need of medical attention
HELICOPTERS and emergency services were called to the coast after reports of a man in need of medical attention.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:31:02 +0100Popular car festival set to return to Dorset
A popular car festival set to return to Dorset this summer.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:19:51 +0100Huge tractor fire in Dorset countryside
A dramatic day for firefighters saw them battle a major heath blaze before racing to a tractor fire
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:17:17 +0100RSPCA urges all councils to ban giving away pets as prizes at events
The RSPCA urging councils across England to ban giving away pets as prizes.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:47:23 +0100Dorset men learn new skills on healthy cooking course
A group of Sherborne men have completed healthy cooking course.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:40:16 +0100Restored tank back in action after successful fundraising appeal
A restored tank is back in action thanks to successful fundraising appeal.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 15:43:53 +0100PICTURES: Crowds gather to enjoy Bournemouth bus rally
CROWDS gathered at Kings Park over the weekend to enjoy the Bournemouth bus rally, celebrating both modern and vintage vehicles.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:30:00 +0100Dorset Police operation with hotels to crack-down on child exploitation
HOTELS across Dorset are being urged to help police crackdown on criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable children in the illegal drugs trade.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Stunning' four-bedroom family home hits market for £925,000
According to the estate agent, the house features a "stunning" insulated garden room and a covered outdoor seating area.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:56:46 +0100Venomous fish posing risk on beaches this summer
A fish with sharp spines contain venom on their dorsal fin found in all parts of the UK’s coastal waters, only in sandy areas.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100The one village pub people need to visit in Dorset according to readers
The Square & Compass, The Scott Arms and The Botany Bay were said to be among the best village pubs in Dorset, according to Daily Echo readers
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Rugged' and 'striking' Dorset bay named among the UK's best hidden beaches
Mupe Bay in Dorset has been named as one of the UK's best hidden beaches in order to escape the crowds
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Town centre property up for auction for more than £200k
Dorset property auction: 7-9 High Street, Gillingham, with consent for 3 dwellings, guide price £220k-£240k, via Clive Emson Auctioneers. Bidding ends 24 July.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100The five-minute checks that could find you £10,000 of lost pensions
If you're worried you've lost track of a pension over the years, you're not alone. With billions of pounds sitting in unclaimed or 'lost' UK pension pots, the numbers speak for themselves.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +01005 home upgrades that can be completely free under government schemes
Expert reveals five home upgrades that can be completely free under government scheme
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100The 18 rarest Royal Mint coins released under Queen Elizabeth II revealed
The Royal Mint has revealed the rarest coins from Queen Elizabeth II’s reign
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Can you get at least 7 correct answers? Take this pub quiz to see your score
Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Iconic Cold War tank makes grand return after fundraising campaign
The Tank Museum’s restored M47 Patton tank made a triumphant return at TANKFEST 2025, thrilling 24,000 visitors after a £50,000 fundraiser.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100Rare Edwardian motorcycle expected to fetch up to £15k at auction
A rare Edwardian Rex motorcycle set to go under the hammer.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Dorset care home named in top 100 for the UK
Barchester’s Trinity Manor Care Home in Sherborne has been listed as one of the UK’s Top 100 care homes out of more than 14,000 care homes.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Iconic Ferrari F40 to return - classic vehicle at automotive festival
ICONIC Ferrari F40 will be shown at an automotive festival with classic and supercar on display next month.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Beekeepers association buzzing over 'ambitious' new facility
The new "bee paradise" facility will serve as a learning and community hub offering training and function as an educational resource centre.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Dorset postgraduates congratulated on qualifying as solicitors
Ellis Jones Solicitors has welcomed the formal qualifications for Bradley Moon in banking and finance litigation, Suzi Daver in conveyancing and Howard Hasan in commercial property.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Dentist practice opens its doors after a £2.3m investment
A dentist practice has officially opened its doors to the public following a £2.3m investment.
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Dorset children's home among 'Outstanding' and 'Good' Ofsted ratings
All Five Rivers Child Care homes have been rated either ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and were praised the homes for "strong leadership".
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100Christmas market plans submitted intended to take event 'to the next level'
Earlier this year, BCP Council shared that the company, made of SKATE Bournemouth and Seventa Events, had been awarded a five year contract to run the festive event.
Sat, 05 Jul 2025 11:21:39 +0100Missing woman found by police
A WOMAN from Bournemouth was due to meet her friend has not been seen or heard from since.