Bournemouth Echo

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:41:33 +0100
Plume of smoke as firefighters tackle recycling centre fire
Firefighters are tackling a fire at a recycling centre in Corfe Mullen as a "significant smoke plume" billows into the sky.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:35:00 +0100
Brittany Ferries' axed route to Cherbourg and its long connection with Poole
Brittany Ferries will permanently axe its historic Poole-to-Cherbourg route this autumn, ending a link between Dorset and France which has lasted decades.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:01:29 +0100
LIVE - Vehicle hits railway bridge with all lines blocked
A vehicle has struck a railway bridge between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier with all lines blocked.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:25:27 +0100
Bomb squad called after 'device' found in country lane
The Army's bomb squad was called to a Dorset village when a suspected unexploded device was found

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:37:16 +0100
BCP Council cancels pond work for second year running due to ‘financial restrictions’
Pond maintenance at Queen’s Park has been cancelled for a second year.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:18:43 +0100
New restaurant opening this week will create 30 jobs
Loungers, the West Country–based café bar group, will open the doors to Sereno Lounge in Sherborne tomorrow.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:34:56 +0100
Former New Forest vets could be turned into brand new one-bedroom home
A New Forest veterinary surgery could be transformed into a one-bedroom home under newly submitted plans.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:27:35 +0100
Contemporary Indian restaurant from celebrity chef to open at New Forest hotel
A contemporary Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Chef Jolly is coming to the New Forest this autumn.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:22:10 +0100
Take a first look inside JD Wetherspoon pub opening today in the New Forest
Here's a sneak peek inside Hampshire's latest JD Wetherspoon pub, opening today in Dibden Purlieu following a £1.58 million refurbishment.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:17:41 +0100
Dorset resident among Great British Bake Off's 2026 contestant line-up
A Dorset resident is among a dozen contestants to feature in the latest series of a popular TV baking competition.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New home by Bournemouth architects combines design with ecological regeneration
Set within the New Forest countryside, Little Barn is a 270-square-metre timber-framed house designed by Bournemouth-based Footprint Architects.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth artist brings Persian poetry to life through electronic music
Bournemouth artist Tony Zohari brings Persian poetry to life through electronic music inspired by Rumi and Hafez.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New harvest and craft market coming to Shaftesbury this month
New harvest and craft market launches in Shaftesbury on September 19, raising funds for Open House and its community projects.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pokesdown station accessibility plans to be discussed at community forum
Step-free access plans for Pokesdown station take centre stage at Boscombe & Pokesdown Community Forum on September 10.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Award-winning Dorset Japanese garden among UK’s top 5 ‘remarkable stays’
Dorset venue launches Japanese garden event space

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Illuminated suicide-prevention bench continues to offer a message of hope in Boscombe
A suicide-prevention bench in along Boscombe's over cliff is continuing to provide a visible message of hope after dark as September marks Suicide Prevention Month.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Murder investigation continues after man dies following alleged assault outside club
Police said their investigation into the alleged murder of a man outside Parkstone social club is continuing.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Students gain museum experience through summer volunteering
Bournemouth University tourism students gain experience volunteering at Purbeck Mining Museum in Dorset, supporting visitor initiatives and promoting clay mining.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
More than £17m NHS dental funding unspent in Dorset over two years
More than £17 million of unspent NHS dental funding has been identified in Dorset over the past two years.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Pokesdown Station accessibility works to take centre stage at Community Forum
A long-awaited accessibility upgrade is finally moving forward after years of community campaigning.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Council apologises as dust from works on major road spark concerns
BCP Council has apologised to residents affected by dust from resurfacing works on Dorset Way.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
‘I’ve watched residents deteriorate’ - fury over year long lift failure
“They’ve abandoned us.”

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
PICTURES: Classic cars captured cruising into north Dorset for motor gathering
Classic car and bike enthusiasts descended on Sturminster Newton last weekend for a monthly event which brings together a varied display of striking vehicles and fellow motoring fans.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
‘I thought it was gone forever’: Dad reunited with wedding ring on Sandbanks beach
A man said he was “ecstatic” and “very grateful” after being reunited with his wedding ring, which he thought he had lost forever at Sandbanks Beach.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Poole residents fear health impact of ‘awful’ resurfacing dust from Dorset Way
Thick dust from resurfacing works has left residents with dirty cars, closed windows, and health concerns in Poole

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home residents share military memories at Men’s Club beer and banter session
A good story, a cold beer, and a bit of banter can go a long way.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth film season to launch with sewage pollution documentary
A new season of thought-provoking films is set to begin in Bournemouth.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth choir helps raise more than £212,000 towards £1m charity goal
A community choir in Bournemouth is aiming to help raise £1 million for charity through music and fundraising events.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South Western Railway gains accreditation for tackling violence against women and girls
South Western Railway has achieved White Ribbon accreditation for its efforts to tackle violence against women and girls.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:30:27 +0100
Drivers warned of new police crackdown on roads with £1,000 fines
Drivers caught using incorrectly displayed number plates can be fined up to £1,000.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:29:44 +0100
'Stop using it immediately': Boots issues warning to shoppers over safety risk
Boots has told shoppers to “stop using the affected product immediately”, as it may cause burns and comes with a fire risk.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:28:11 +0100
You could be owed thousands by HMRC without realising it - here's how to reclaim
Households are being urged to make three HMRC checks that could uncover hundreds or even thousands of pounds in overpaid tax.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:28:40 +0100
Highway Code warning as drivers face £1,000 fines for parking outside their homes
Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:18:04 +0100
Nationwide warns millions could be missing out on £555 a month
Families could be missing out on £555 a month in benefits and support as Nationwide expands its free Better Off Indicator to Virgin Money customers.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:16:59 +0100
55p-per-mile tax break millions of drivers could be missing after major rule change
Workers who use their own cars for business journeys are being reminded they could claim more after HMRC raised mileage rates from 45p to 55p

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:16:44 +0100
How to claim as Morrisons has quietly extended a popular freebie for parents
Morrisons Baby & Toddler Club members can claim a free cake with any hot drink for a whole week from September 7 to 13.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:16:03 +0100
Vinted users warned to check their accounts before October ahead of rule changes
Vinted users face new terms from October 8, including changes to balances, counterfeit items and the Buyer Protection fee.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:37:08 +0100
Top Dorset venue launches new Japanese-themed garden
Karmacations, located in Dorset has unveiled a new Japanese-themed garden designed for events.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:54:10 +0100
Major accident repair firm in Dorset enters administration
A vehicle repair group with operations in Poole and Christchurch has entered administration months after its directors forecast a return to profitability

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:27:49 +0100
'Absolute chaos' as government withdraws plans to merge Hampshire councils
Hampshire leaders have reacted to the Government’s decision to halt plans for a major council shake-up, with Hampshire County Council welcoming the move and Eastleigh branding it “absolute chaos”.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:46:21 +0100
Popular New Forest pub to open as JD Wetherspoon after £1.58 million makeover
A popular New Forest pub is set to open as a JD Wetherspoon pub after a £1.58 million refurbishment

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The fragile recovery of Bournemouth’s "Wild West" Triangle
Increased police patrols have brought daytime calm and cleaner alleyways to Bournemouth’s Triangle, but local workers warn the deep-seated drug crisis is simply shifting into the shadows.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:48:12 +0100
New Forest drivers warned as busy road to close for 10 weeks as gas works begin
Motorists have been warned to expect disruption when major gas works force the closure of a key Hythe road for around 10 weeks.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:05:47 +0100
Insect 'rarely seen in the UK' found in spots across Hampshire
A non-native insect rarely seen in the UK has been spotted in the New Forest.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:35:23 +0100
UK’s biggest automobile jumble sale returns to Beaulieu Motor Museum
Beaulieu Motor Museum is set to host the UK’s biggest automobile jumble sale as hundreds of motoring enthusiasts descend on the New Forest.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Acclaimed singer James Blunt to perform at Bournemouth venue next year
Acclaimed singer James Blunt will perform in Bournemouth next spring as part of his 2027 UK and Ireland arena tour

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Upcoming road works in BCP set to cause delays from September 7 to September 13
Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary road works in September due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:17:13 +0100
Patrols stepped up in churchyard after several gravestones left damaged
Gravestones have been damaged in a churchyard, prompting increased police patrols in the area.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:14:11 +0100
'We are moving in the right direction in Bournemouth'
Parliament returned last week. Policing, high streets and electoral reform were my focus. All issues residents brought to me over the summer.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:46:53 +0100
Teenager threatened by four men in balaclavas who stole his bike
A teenager was approached and threatened by a group of four men wearing balaclavas before they fled taking his bike.

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