Bournemouth news

• Pirates confirm title credentials with excellent home victory over Redcar

  11-06-2025 22:20
  
  Poole Pirates cemented their Championship title contender credentials with an excellent 51-39 victory over the Redcar Bears.
  
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• Proposed incinerator is granted environmental permit

  11-06-2025 16:33 via bbc.com
  The planned incinerator would burn up to 260,000 tonnes of waste each year to generate electricity.
  
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• Bird flu protection zone lifted in parts of Dorset

  11-06-2025 14:52 via bbc.com
  Avian flu control measures come to an end in a 3km (two mile) zone around premises near Pokesdown.
  
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• Lack of diabetes expertise in prison alarms coroner

  11-06-2025 14:30 via bbc.com
  Colin Lovett, 53, was found unresponsive in his cell at HMP The Verne in Portland in October 2022.
  
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• Bay 'still recovering' from bottom trawling

  11-06-2025 13:46 via bbc.com
  Lyme Bay is still recovering from the effects of bottom trawling despite a ban, researchers say.
  
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• Car stranded on Bournemouth beach once again

  11-06-2025 12:18
  
  A car appears to be stuck on the beach front once again.
  
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• Thunderstorms to hit Dorset: Met Office issues warning

  11-06-2025 12:11
  
  The Met Office has warned people to avoid travelling by road during potentially dangerous conditions.
  
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• Seven year old boy left with serious injuries after motorbike hit and run

  11-06-2025 11:42
  
  A seven-year-old boy has been left with serious injuries after being involved in a hit and run with a motorbike.
  
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• Interest in placing children from outside Dorset in special school is growing

  11-06-2025 11:12
  
  A shareholders meeting heard this week that there has been inquiries from other councils in potentially sending some of their children to Coombe House special school near Shaftesbury
  
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• Garden centre receives objection over new entrance

  11-06-2025 11:11
  
  An objection has been lodged to a new entrance and extra parking for a West Parley garden centre off Christchurch Road.
  
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• Salute our Forces: why Armed Forces Week matters more than ever

  11-06-2025 11:00
  
  In the year which marks the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan days, it’s more important than ever that we remember all those who have served and continue to serve in our Armed Forces. The brave and selfless men and women of all generations and backgrounds.
  
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• Nationwide customers could receive free £759 savings boost thanks to deal

  11-06-2025 10:43
  
  Nationwide Building Society customers could potentially receive returns of up to £759.
  
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• Martin Lewis shares key HMRC tax updates after viewers' confusion

  11-06-2025 10:41
  
  Martin Lewis has highlighted some of the most common tax misconceptions - the HMRC rules that viewers find confusing, and that are easy to fall foul of.
  
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• Packed audience watch new film all about Dorset

  11-06-2025 09:50
  
  More than 200 people attended a Dorset screening of a film featuring the county
  
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• Car appears to be stranded on Bournemouth beach once again

  11-06-2025 09:20
  
  A car appears to be stuck on the beach front once again.
  
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• Banking hub opens as town's last bank set to shut

  11-06-2025 08:37 via bbc.com
  The banking hub is up and running in Sherborne's former Natwest branch ahead of the Lloyds closure.
  
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• New Forest Thrive festival to celebrate nature and community

  11-06-2025 08:25
  
  New Forest Thrive will take place at Carvers Recreation Ground in Ringwood on July 6, running from 10am to 3pm.
  
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• Application lodged for farm shop to open for longer on weekdays

  11-06-2025 08:23
  
  A farm shop and café in Ringwood has applied to extend its opening hours to fit in line with neighbouring businesses.
  
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• Plans approved to convert rural chiropractor's office into homes

  11-06-2025 08:21
  
  Plans have been approved to turn a former chiropractor's office and other office spaces into housing in Lymington in the New Forest.
  
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• Rare full moon 'stuns' in UK skies - last chance to see Strawberry Moon today

  11-06-2025 08:19
  
  June’s full moon is intriguing stargazers across the UK - and tonight is your last chance to see the Strawberry Moon for 18 years.
  
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• Disused indoor market could make way for hotel

  11-06-2025 07:06 via bbc.com
  The empty shopping arcade in Weymouth could be demolished to make way for a 70-room budget hotel.
  
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• Justice system starved of money, police leaders say

  11-06-2025 06:59 via bbc.com
  Hampshire and Thames Valley PCCs say the Spending Review should boost Ministry of Justice funding.
  
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• Road closure with large official diversion route this week

  11-06-2025 06:09
  
  AN OFFICIAL diversion route said to be take almost half an hour has been put in place for a journey that normally takes less than one minute
  
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• 'Which killjoy put no busking sign in square?'

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  SO who is the kill joy who put up the 'No Busking' sign in Saxon Square Christchurch?
  
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• Two students selected for ten-week placement at Lighthouse

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Tiger said: "As an actress, it’s good to be more conscious about what goes on behind the scenes and learn about what it takes to put on an event.
  
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• School raffle off electric bike to fundraise for boilers

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Tickets can be purchased by messaging the S&PA via email, on Facebook or on Instagram.
  
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• Power network operator announces £25 million investment

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The maintenance programme aims to provide a reliable electricity supply to the 3.1 million homes and businesses in the south.
  
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• Poole Pride brings crowds to Lighthouse

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Pride was on full display in Poole this weekend as people gathered to celebrate inclusivity and identity.
  
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• Pilot scheme launched to educate students about fraud

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Livingstone Academy students have created various resources to highlight different fraud protection methods.
  
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• New free baby booklet launched for new parents in BCP area

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The booklet contains local knowledge, expert tips and support to help families navigate early parenthood.
  
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• New Forest seaside town in a 'plum location' named among Britain's most genteel

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Lymington in the New Forest has been named among Britain's most genteel seaside towns, according to a list from The Telegraph
  
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• New faster National Express coaches from Bournemouth and Poole

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  It aims to offer "more affordable, convenient and reliable transport choices" this summer.
  
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• New exhibition launched inspired by Dante's Heaven

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The book is a modern interpretation of Dante's Heaven and the third in his series of books from his collection, The English Cantos.
  
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• New businesses celebrate completing accelerator programme

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  This year's cohort included a diverse range of businesses from video production to marine ballast systems.
  
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• Museum's garden fete returns for 'unmissable' day out

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Visitors can expect plant stalls, tombolas, raffles, garden games and second-hand book stalls.
  
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• MPs call on government to improve SEND school transport

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  This increase is reportedly putting immense pressure on already overstretched local authority budgets.
  
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• MPs call for year-round water quality testing along Jurassic Coast

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  They have also called for the introduction of real-time monitoring to "give a true picture of the state of water quality".
  
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• Law firm supporting heritage railway line in 140th year

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The line, closed by British Rail in 1972, was reopened through the dedication of volunteers, becoming a cherished Purbeck amenity.
  
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• Farm park to host six-tonne tractor pull fundraiser with children's charity

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  A Dorset charity has teamed up with farm park as part of a 20-event fundraising challenge.
  
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• 'Exceptional' volunteer recognised for 'lasting impact' on community

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Councillor Jeff Hart, the re-elected town mayor, presented the award, praising Julie's contribution to the community.
  
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• Eighth generation family members join Dorset brewer's board

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The company, which is celebrating its 248th year, has been run by the same family for eight generations.
  
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• Education conference to promote inclusion in Wimborne

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  Castleman Academy Trust, Initio Learning Trust, Coastal Learning Partnership, SAST, and Twynham Learning, which run 70 schools, are behind the initiative.
  
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• Dorset businesses win at 2025 Muddy Stilettos Regional Awards

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  At a ceremony held at North Cadbury Court in Somerset, the winners from Dorset were awarded for their accomplishments.
  
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• Dorset Beer Festival returns with 50 beers and live music

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The book pairs iconic songs with his favourite beers, including Hall & Woodhouse's Outland West Coast IPA.
  
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• Council tests alternative to controversial weedkiller

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  This includes regularly sweeping roads to remove debris that encourages weed growth, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
  
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• Circus school to take over castle with 'seriously fun' activities

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The event will include shows, entertainment and interactive sessions such as a cycle circus, tightrope walking and trapeze workshops.
  
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• Church receives 'generous' donation following blaze that destroyed site

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  All Saints in Mudeford received a 'generous' donation of more than £500 from Avon Reach care home, to help rebuild the church after it was destroyed in a fire.
  
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• Channel 4 to film 999 crews for new documentary series

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  "People dial 999 when they or someone else is desperately ill or injured and they are in the direst need.
  
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• Celebrity TV presenter to host free valuation day in Christchurch

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  The event offers a chance to discover whether items, including jewellery, ceramics, artwork, or family heirlooms, hold unexpected value.
  
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• Celebrity chef stops in Wimborne to promote 'very upsetting' cause

  11-06-2025 06:00
  
  A celebrity chef stopped off in Wimborne over the weekend to promote her charitable efforts and showcase a “simple” cooking workshop as part of the Folk Festival.
  
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