Bournemouth news

• 'We're well looked after': BCP businesses thank public for Muddy Stiletto recognition

  28-03-2025 01:02 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Businesses across the area have been recognised by the public as the finalists are announced for the Muddy Stilettos awards 2025.
  
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• Girl makes ‘amazing’ recovery after being ‘broken in half’

  28-03-2025 01:01 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A teenage girl who was “broken in half” after falling from her horse and told that she might never walk again has made an “amazing” recovery.
  
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• Wimborne extend unbeaten run to nine with 1-0 win over Frome Town

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  WIMBORNE extend their unbeaten run to nine matches after a 1-0 win at relegation threatened Frome Town, thanks to a first half strike from Matty Burrows.
  
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• Wessex U15s pick up bronze medal at National Volleyball Cup

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Wessex Volleyball's Under 15 Boys travelled to Kettering last weekend to play in the Last 8's (Quarter and Semi-Finals) of their National Volleyball Cup.
  
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• 'We are the only charity shop in Bournemouth town centre'

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A charity shop manager is calling for greater community support, urging shoppers to choose charity stores and help sustain vital local services.
  
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• University basketball team make history in winning national trophy

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth University men’s basketball team made history on Wednesday by winning the British Universities and College Sport (BUCS) National Trophy.
  
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• Town centre clean-up crew clears 41 pieces of graffiti in a week

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Armed with litter-pickers and bags, the volunteers from various Bournemouth-based companies collected 58 bags of rubbish.
  
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• Schools gather for rugby festival in memory of 11-year-old player

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Schools from across Dorset and Hampshire gathered at Bournemouth Rugby’s ground at Chapel Gate last week for the annual Ellis Edwards Rugby Festival.
  
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• Poole comfortably beat Swanage 3s in final home game of the season

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A pleasant spring afternoon for the final home game for the season for the Dolphins, welcoming Swans 3s to the moor in the league.
  
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• Hammers unbeaten run ends in defeat at Amesbury

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Hamworthy United’s six-game unbeaten streak came to an end on Tuesday night, as they fell to a narrow 2-1 defeat against Amesbury Town at Bonnymead Park in the Wessex League Division One.
  
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• Dorset businesses recognised as finalists in 2025 Muddy Stiletto Awards revealed

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Various businesses around Dorset have been nominated in categories at the Muddy Stiletto Awards 2025
  
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• Cherries hoping to reach FA Cup semifinals at third time of asking: Looking back

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cherries have already equalled their best ever run in the FA Cup in reaching the quarterfinals, but they’ll be hoping to go one better and make history.
  
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• Cherries aim at FA Cup history as they host Man City: Team news and preview

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cherries will aim at making history as they host Manchester City in the FA Cup quarterfinals this weekend.
  
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• Bournemouth woman hosts Afro brunch to appreciate her heritage

  28-03-2025 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A WOMAN is excited to organise an afro bash brunch to bring Bournemouth community together and share her Kenyan heritage.
  
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• Vandal caused over £21k of damage after smashing stores on high street

  27-03-2025 18:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A VANDAL caused more than £21,000 of damage after going on a smashing-spree in Winton.
  
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• Two miles of disused railway line be dedicated as public footpath

  27-03-2025 18:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A two-mile section of the former Salisbury to Wimborne railway line will be transformed into a public footpath.
  
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• Sandbanks sinkhole is on National Trust land, says council

  27-03-2025 18:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A sinkhole that appeared in Sandbanks a few days ago is located right on the edge of land owned by the National Trust.
  
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• ‘Careless and inconsiderate’ driver seriously injured woman in crash

  27-03-2025 18:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A ‘CARELESS and inconsiderate’ driver seriously injured a woman during a crash in Poole.
  
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• New jobs pathway to help prevent homelessness in BCP

  27-03-2025 16:35 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The initiative is part of Prince William's nationwide Homewards scheme, launched in 2023, aimed at preventing homelessness.
  
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• Power outage affects dozens of homes in parts of Poole

  27-03-2025 15:39 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A power outage is affecting areas of Poole this afternoon.
  
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• Man released on bail as murder investigation continues

  27-03-2025 15:24 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on police bail.
  
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• When is Easter 2025? Key dates for the bank holiday weekend

  27-03-2025 14:40 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Easter is celebrated in spring but can fall on different dates - here is when Easter is taking place in 2025.
  
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• Tavernier goal nominated for goal of the month after sensational Kerkez assist

  27-03-2025 14:13 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  MARCUS Tavernier’s first half goal against Tottenham Hotspur has been nominated for the Premier League goal of the month for March.
  
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• Premier League clubs agree to split summer transfer window

  27-03-2025 14:02 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Premier League clubs are likely to confirm on Thursday that they want to take advantage of an early June transfer window set up by FIFA.
  
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• Students prepare for 'alien invasion' in paramedic training exercise

  27-03-2025 13:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The nursing students treated a range of injuries including fractured bones, crush injuries and catastrophic haemorrhages.
  
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• Free picnic event to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

  27-03-2025 13:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  FORDINGBRIDGE Town Council is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a picnic.
  
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• Enforced defensive changes after suspensions: Predicted team for FA Cup vs City

  27-03-2025 12:30 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cherries are back in action after the international break this weekend as they aim to make history in the FA Cup.
  
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• Enforced defensive changes after suspension: Predicted team for FA Cup vs City

  27-03-2025 12:30 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cherries are back in action after the international break this weekend as they aim to make history in the FA Cup.
  
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• UK State Pension age is going up next year - check if you are affected

  27-03-2025 12:29 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The State Pension age is going up from 66 to 67 next year, as part of changes for anyone born between April 6, 1960 and April 5, 1977
  
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• 'Do not drink': Coca-Cola recalls drinks in the UK due to safety risks

  27-03-2025 11:58 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Recalled Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Sprite Zero, Appletiser and Diet Coke drinks are due to expire in the next couple of months
  
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• Stoppage time goals, qualifying wins and clashes of Cherries: Internationals

  27-03-2025 10:43 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  With the International break over, the Daily Echo took a look to see how the Bournemouth stars performed over the world for their national teams.
  
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• Lane closed on A31 due to 'multi-vehicle' crash

  27-03-2025 10:14 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  One lane closed on A31 eastbound near Ringwood after a multi-vehicle collision.
  
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• Hamworthy Recreation beaten by Weymouth in cup final

  27-03-2025 09:56 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Weymouth were crowned champions after a close 2-1 over Hamworthy Recreation in the Dorset Senior Cup
  
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• LIVE: Murder probe and arrest made after man's body found in pond

  27-03-2025 09:37 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Latest on Bournemouth murder investigation after man's body found in pond
  
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• LIVE: Marine police unit searching pond in murder probe after body found

  27-03-2025 09:37 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Latest on Bournemouth murder investigation after man's body found in pond
  
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• Female-empowered musical featuring West End cast made by Ringwood writer

  27-03-2025 08:33 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Ringwood-born Lydia said: "We wrote it during the pandemic, we were trying to create something that’s completely free and accessible to anyone.
  
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• Income from new tax rate for Dorset second homes 'about £8m' this year

  27-03-2025 08:09 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The new charges for second homes, effectively doubling the council tax paid, come into effect on April 1.
  
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• Westbourne gift shop in running for national award

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The nomination comes at a time when online shopping is more popular than ever, yet Westbourne continues to draw shoppers who enjoy the in-person experience.
  
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• Two solicitors to become partners at Bournemouth law firm

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The solicitors will be taking on more responsibility to grow the firm's litigation offering and are looking to recruit more talented lawyers to join their team.
  
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• Single mother to run London Marathon for charity 'close to her heart'

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A single mother is set to run the London Marathon in 2025 for a charity 'close to her heart.'
  
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• Rural festival announces 2025 date and first acts

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Rustic Stomp will continue to feature a variety of musical styles, including roots blues, bluegrass and folk punk.
  
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• Residents warned that using unlicensed waste collectors could lead to prosecution

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A warning has been issued that people risk prosecution if they use unlicensed waste collectors, as this can lead to fly-tipping.
  
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• Plans to remove historic phone boxes across Dorset

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  MORE Dorset telephone kiosks are planned for removal  - as their use has declined.
  
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• New RSV vaccine reduces hospital admissions by a third

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  This decrease is based on around 40 per cent of eligible older people taking the vaccine this winter.
  
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• New football stand among latest planning proposals

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  IT’S KICK-OFF for Sturminster Newton Football Club.
  
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• New company to take over Dorset's only enterprise zone

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  "The new operating model promises a bright future for the park and prosperity for the whole of Dorset."
  
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• MP visits animal charity to celebrate 60 years of operation

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The visit also provided an opportunity to discuss some of the challenges the charity faces, such as the impact of low welfare breeding on dogs and cats.
  
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• Month-long food campaign set to launch in coastal town

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A month-long food campaign is set to launch in Poole.
  
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• 'Lack of NHS dentists leaves us nowhere to go'

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  For years our NHS dentist whizzed around our mouths, took the check-up fee, never did any actual work and sent us on our way.
  
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• In The Dock: Man wrecked car outside Bournemouth train station

  27-03-2025 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
  
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