Bournemouth news

• Boulders falling from cliffs prompts beach warning

  06-09-2024 08:46 via bbc.com
  
  Several large boulders have fallen from cliffs at the site of a previous landslip at the beach.
  
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• Silent disco to illuminate town centre venue in support of global development goals

  23-02-2026 17:45 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A silent disco night is set to light up a prominent town centre venue in support of various international Development Projects.
  
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• Man reportedly punched, kicked and hit with bike chain by three attackers

  23-02-2026 17:22 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A MAN was reportedly assaulted and struck with a bicycle chain by three attackers.
  
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• New south stand will not be complete for next season as Cherries give stadium update

  23-02-2026 17:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The new south stand at the Vitality Stadium will not be completed in time for the start of next season, with the club now planning to complete construction throughout the 2026/27 campaign.
  
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• Student visits parliament to take learning 'beyond the classroom'

  23-02-2026 16:09 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  STUDENTS from Magna Academy visited house of parliament and watched live debates to take their learning "beyond the classroom."
  
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• Unlicensed gambling companies like BJ88 set to be blocked from UK sport sponsorship

  23-02-2026 16:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Unlicensed gambling companies, like Cherries sponsor BJ88, are set to be blocked from sponsoring UK sports teams.
  
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• Teen among three arrested after reported exploitation and drugs offences

  23-02-2026 15:13 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Three people were arrested following reported exploitation, class A drugs offences, assaulting an emergency worker and the possession of bladed weapons.
  
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• Man arrested after car hits railings outside Lighthouse Poole

  23-02-2026 14:15 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested after a car collided into railings on Sunday evening outside Lighthouse in Poole.
  
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• Rayan could get senior Brazil call up for friendlies ahead of World Cup - reports

  23-02-2026 13:22 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Rayan is reportedly in Carlo Ancelotti’s plans for the Brazilian national team and could be called up for the March friendlies ahead of the World Cup.
  
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• From Bournemouth to BAFTA: AUB graduate and guest speaker celebrate big wins

  23-02-2026 13:17 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Two creatives of AUB were among the winners at the 79th BAFTA awards celebrating the best films of the past year at the London’s Royal Festival Hall.
  
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• Spike in vehicle break-ins and attempted burglaries in housing estate

  23-02-2026 12:40 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A spike in vehicle break-ins and attempted burglaries targeting sheds and garages has been reported across housing estates in Dorset.
  
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• Bournemouth weather forecast welcomes sun amid flood warnings from Met Office

  23-02-2026 11:33 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has forecast a mild but breezy week with varying weather conditions.
  
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• Teenagers attack food delivery rider and steal his bike

  23-02-2026 10:57 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A food delivery rider was assault and had his bike stolen by a group of teenagers on Friday night in Bournemouth town centre.
  
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• Emergency response at address following 'sudden death' of man in 20s

  23-02-2026 10:51 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Multiple emergency vehicles were seen at an address in Poole following the death of a man in his 20s.
  
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• Developer may have to remove brick wall after plans refused

  23-02-2026 10:38 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A developer may need to remove a brick wall that was built without planning permission after councillors voted to refuse retrospective plans.
  
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• Labour budget proposal “a reckless threat to essential services”

  23-02-2026 10:23 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Labour’s proposal for BCP Council budget has been called “a reckless threat to essential services”.
  
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• Skipper's strike and Barratt penalty see Cherries return to winning ways vs Gwalia

  23-02-2026 10:21 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cherries returned to winning ways as they defeated Gwalia United 2-0 in the National League Southern Premier Division.
  
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• Silent Witness star to introduce Jurassic sea monster documentary

  23-02-2026 08:28 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Silent Witness star Emilia Fox has been invited to introduce a screening of Pliosaurus – The Discovery of a Monster
  
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• Motorist blasts new speed limit signs as 'confusing and misleading'

  23-02-2026 08:25 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The introduction of new speed limits on the A35 has drawn criticism from a Wimborne man who says the signage is “unlawful” and misleading
  
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• Post Office confirms plan to replace branch after closure

  23-02-2026 08:22 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Post Office has confirmed it is looking to replace its Lyndhurst branch after initially stating it was not looking for a new operator.
  
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• Harbour mud used to restore eroded saltmarshes

  23-02-2026 08:19 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dredged mud from a harbour in the New Forest is being used to restore surrounding saltmarsh, in an innovative scheme to protect the local economy and wildlife.
  
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• Dog rescued by coastguard after chasing deer in fog

  23-02-2026 08:19 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A dog was rescued by the Coastguard over the weekend after it got lost in fog in Swanage when it chased deer.
  
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• Record-breaking car set to visit home of Batmobile during US tour

  23-02-2026 08:17 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A record-breaking car is set to appear at an internationally-renowned museum during a tour of the United States
  
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• Golf club burglary accused charged with escaping police custody

  23-02-2026 08:14 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A man has appeared in court accused of burgling a golf club, restuarant and escaping police custody
  
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• Dorset Police Federation announces Operational Support Officer of the Year

  23-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  PC Dan Michalski named Operational Support Officer of the Year at the 2026 Dorset Police Federation Awards for managing protests and public order across Dorset.
  
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• Bournemouth woman sets sights on Guinness World Record, film and new book

  23-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth-based author Mattika Westgate (Mattika Silk) unveils £50m feature film, new book, and Guinness World Record bid, celebrating local achievements.
  
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• Town centre bar to close permanently next week

  23-02-2026 05:59 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A Slug & Lettuce branch is due to be closing in Bournemouth this month.
  
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• MP warns that vulnerable children can't be treated as 'cash cows' by investors

  23-02-2026 05:51 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  An MP is backing a policy for SEND, warning that vulnerable children must not be treated as 'cash cows' by investors.
  
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• Disgusted residents speak out after 'horrid' sewage overflows Poole street

  23-02-2026 05:26 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  RESIDENTS and business owners say they are “disgusted” and “frustrated” by repeated sewage overflows which have left human waste and used toiletries strewn across a road in Poole.
  
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• 'There is nothing more heart breaking': Family-run business calls out 'no shows'

  23-02-2026 05:01 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A restaurant in Fordingbridge is calling out 'no shows' after five groups that made bookings did not turn up.
  
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