Bournemouth news

• Bournemouth ice rink application is withdrawn

  07-01-2026 16:10 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  An application to gain planning permission for an ice rink in Bournemouth has been withdrawn with no decision from the council.
  
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• Council "will pursue all avenues to trace offenders" who fly-tipped hot tub

  09-01-2026 14:50 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dorset Council has condemned fly-tipping as an “eyesore” and damaging to the environment as it looks to remove a hot tub filled with rubbish dumped on the side of a main road
  
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• Dog owners reminded of dangers of having pets off leads near water

  09-01-2026 14:45 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dog owners are being reminded of the dangers of being around water with their pets
  
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• Block of flats set for approval despite concern from residents' association

  09-01-2026 14:35 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Plans for a block of 13 flats in Poole are set be approved despite 35 objections including a residents’ association, the Society of Poole and BCP urban design officer.
  
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• Cherries' Bleazard awarded second manager of the month award after unbeaten December

  09-01-2026 14:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Cherries boss Helen Bleazard has been awarded the National League Manager of the Month award for December, her second award of the season so far.
  
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• Two new HMOs set to be approved despite 100 objections

  09-01-2026 13:40 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A proposal to change the use of two properties in Poole to create new HMOs is set to be approved.
  
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• High-value bicycle and specialist equipment stolen after burglary

  09-01-2026 13:22 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A HIGH-value bicycle and specialist equipment were stolen after a burglary at a residential outbuilding.
  
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• Sentimental jewellery stolen after burglary in home

  09-01-2026 12:51 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  SENTTIMENTAL jewellery was stolen after a burglar broke into the victim’s home in Gillingham.
  
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• Greens call for mandatory solar panels for new builds

  09-01-2026 12:42 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  BCP Green party is calling for manadatory solar panels on new build houses as part of a new rooftop solar strategy.
  
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• Man arrested amid police manhunt to find inmate who fled from open prison

  09-01-2026 12:36 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  POLICE have confirmed that a man has been arrested amid a manhunt to find an inmate who fled from a Warrington prison.
  
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• Shipping containers go overboard as vessels battle Storm Goretti

  09-01-2026 12:27 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A number of shipping containers went into the sea after falling overboard from vessels off the Isle of Wight last night (Thursday), amid Storm Goretti.
  
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• Iraola 'proud' of Semenyo's attitude ahead of City move

  09-01-2026 11:54 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  ANDONI Iraola expressed his pride in Antoine Semenyo’s attitude ahead of his departure to Manchester City, which was confirmed today.
  
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• Man in 70s found dead following 'medical incident'

  09-01-2026 11:50 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A MAN in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene following a medical incident in Ferndown.
  
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• Residents wake up without electricity after early hours power cut

  09-01-2026 11:39 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Residents in Dorset have woken up without electricity this morning following a power cut during Storm Goretti.
  
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• Where does Antoine Semenyo rank in players to play for Cherries?

  09-01-2026 11:38 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Aa Antoine Semenyo departs the Cherries, where does he rank amongst all the players to have worn the shirt?
  
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• Semenyo's departure and Newcastle in the cup: Every word

  09-01-2026 11:15 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Andoni Iraola spoke to the media to preview his Cherries side’s trip to Newcastle in the FA Cup, where he also discussed Antoine Semenyo’s move to Manchester City.
  
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• Famous face turns up to film TV show in Dorset

  09-01-2026 10:37 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A famous face has launched a new initiative on Portland.
  
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• Swan left to suffer in freezing cold as family struggle to get it rescued

  09-01-2026 10:35 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A father and daughter said they were forced to “jump through hoops” to help an injured swan that was left without assistance for more than 24 hours.
  
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• Semenyo thanks "special" Cherries fans in heartfelt farewell message

  09-01-2026 10:35 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Antoine Semenyo has thanked the “special” Cherries fans for their support in a heartfelt farewell message as the Ghanaian’s move to Manchester City was confirmed this morning.
  
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• The 'delightful' Dorset hidden gem cafe located amidst sub-tropical water gardens

  09-01-2026 10:34 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Wishing Well in Upwey, Dorset, has been described as a delightful hidden gem cafe next to some stunning gardens
  
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• Warning to parents as Amazon recalls baby products due to 'suffocation' risk

  09-01-2026 10:28 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The NHS advises parents against using pillows, loose bedding and cot bumpers that could cover babies' mouths or noses or make them too hot
  
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• The rare Royal Mint 50p coin selling for more than 450 times its face value

  09-01-2026 10:27 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The rare Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for more than £225 on eBay, and there are thousands more out there that could be worth a small fortune
  
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• Martin Lewis explains 'virtually unprecedented' change to bills coming this year

  09-01-2026 10:26 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Martin Lewis has explained what he described as a "new twist" on energy bill pricing, ahead of a "virtually unprecedented" change to bills coming this year.
  
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• Changes to pavement parking in England as local councils given powers to 'crack down'

  09-01-2026 10:23 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that local councils will be given the power to 'crack down' on pavement parking in England
  
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• Stunning comebacks and a fairytale farewell: Semenyo's most memorable moments

  09-01-2026 10:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Antoine Semenyo’s move to Manchester City has been completed, after close to three years at the Cherries.
  
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• Semenyo completes £62.5m move to Manchester City

  09-01-2026 10:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Antoine Semenyo’s departure from the Cherries to join Manchester City has been confirmed for a fee of £62.5m plus add ons, a fee greater than the release clause in his contract.
  
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• Major volunteering event to be held in the New Forest

  09-01-2026 08:46 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Discover volunteering opportunities for all ages at the New Forest National Park Volunteer Fair.
  
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• Town centre pub announces closure next month

  09-01-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Sixty Million Postcards has announced the closure of its site on Exeter Road, Bournemouth.
  
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• Stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption coming to Poole

  09-01-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  An acclaimed stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption will visit Poole as part of a national tour.
  
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• Lloyds Bank to open community banking service in library after bank closure

  09-01-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The new service aims to assist those who may need help transitioning to digital banking or understanding other banking options.
  
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