Bournemouth news

• 'Buzz unmatched' - Gibson breaks windsurfing record

  13-12-2024 18:18 via bbc.com
  
  Dorset-based athlete Jenna Gibson says the feeling of breaking records and competing in speed windsurfing is "unmatched".
  
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• Young SEN student tells how apprenticeship has opened doors for him

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Autistic apprentice James Hoskins, 24, secures paid work at Well Café Lounge in Boscombe through SWRAC’s Supported Internship scheme for SEND young people.
  
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• Young mechanics presented award certificates for VW Beetle car restoration

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Teen mechanics in Hampshire restore a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle to MOT standard through the Mechanix course, gaining recognition at the National Motor Museum.
  
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• Winter in Dorset programme brings seasonal support to families

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Winter in Dorset scheme helped more than 700 children with free holiday activities and meals, part of a council programme for families on free school meals.
  
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• Unique night of live music and comedy returning to Bournemouth venue

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Experience Barefoot Kat Klub’s speakeasy pop-up in Bournemouth—live music, comedy and immersive performance at The Green Room, Westbourne, 13 February.
  
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• 'The Simon & Garfunkel Story - a good night out but no standing ovation from me'

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Simon & Garfunkel Story at Lighthouse Poole revisits the iconic duo’s rise and classic hits, performed by Nathan Christy and Samuel Joseph Howes.
  
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• Stage and screen stars to headline 'smash hit' show coming to Bournemouth

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Stage and TV star Les Dennis stars in the UK and Ireland tour of hit musical Waitress, coming to Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre in August 2026
  
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• Room on the Broom trail brought to life by Moors Valley Country Park & Forest

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Explore the new Room on the Broom Trail at Moors Valley Country Park, inspired by Julia Donaldson’s book. Family woodland adventure, activities & fun.
  
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• Public consultation launched by Swanage Town Council for council's future plan

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Swanage Town Council launches public consultation on its 2026–2030 corporate plan. Residents invited to share views on local priorities at community event.
  
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• Poole woman’s shock cancer diagnosis after having trouble swallowing food

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Beth Johnston from Poole credits her GP for helping diagnose stage three oesophageal cancer. She urges others to seek medical advice for swallowing issues.
  
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• Openreach starts work on building new 'Full Fibre' broadband network in Ferndown

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Openreach is rolling out full-fibre gigabit broadband in Ferndown, upgrading thousands of homes and businesses with faster, more reliable internet speeds.
  
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• Mulligans Bournemouth launches first ever ‘no phone zone’ for families

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Mulligans Bournemouth launches UK’s first ‘No Phone Zone’ during February half-term, urging families to enjoy screen-free fun.
  
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• Lighthouse to welcome Grammy winner in 'once in a lifetime' concert

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Lighthouse, Poole announces concerts for two exciting names in contemporary world music: Grammy-winning artist Arooj Aftab and a return for African Soul Rebels.
  
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• Help for young people in Dorset with disabilities transitioning to Adult Services

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Charity Diverse Abilities to host advice sessions in Christchurch to help support families who have children with disabilities.
  
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• Free lunchtime concert to be held in Dorchester church

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Music lovers can enjoy a free lunchtime concert in a Dorchester church.
  
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• Families can have fun and kids can eat for £1 at Dobbies this half-term

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Enjoy affordable family fun at Dobbies Garden Centres this February half-term, with Kids Eat for £1 and Little Seedlings Soft Play. Pre-booking recommended.
  
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• Eclectic live music line-up The Shindig coming to Bournemouth this spring

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Shindig returns to Bournemouth this spring with live music from Black Bordello, Cowboyy, Mr B the Gentleman Rhymer, and more at local venues.
  
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• Discounted supermarket chain announces new apprenticeship new roles in Dorset

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Aldi has opened applications for 500 apprenticeship roles, with apprentices earning from day one as they work towards industry-recognised qualifications.
  
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• Country park gears up for half-term with treasure trails and treasure hunts

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Enjoy February half-term at Durlston Country Park with family activities, treasure hunts, crafts, and Jurassic Coast events in Dorset.
  
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• Charity appeals for South West homes willing to take in larger dog breeds

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Cinnamon Trust seeks forever foster homes for large dog breeds in the South West, covering all vet costs, to help rehome German Shepherds and more.
  
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• Bournemouth Water colleague shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year award

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth Water apprentice Tom Howard shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year at 2026 Harper Adams Apprenticeship Award.
  
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• 409 years of advice! Sway care home centenarians share secrets to long life

  11-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Four centenarians at Care UK’s Sway Place, Hampshire, celebrated their milestone birthdays with a special lunch, marking the launch of the Centenarian Club.
  
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• Beauty clinic with in-house café offering 'relaxed space' launching in Bournemouth

  11-02-2026 05:56 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A NEW Bournemouth salon combining aesthetic treatments with a café-style setting is set to open its doors this week, offering what its owner describes as a “relaxed” space for clients.
  
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• Rail boss requests meeting with BCP over scrapping of Pokesdown project

  11-02-2026 05:45 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  South Western Railway’s managing director has requested a meeting with BCP Council after it was announced the council would cut funding to a major investment project at Pokesdown Station.
  
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• Seafront flat fire believed to have been started accidentally

  11-02-2026 05:43 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A fire that broke out in a flat in Westbourne was believed to have been started accidentally, the fire service says.
  
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• Independent medical centre rated 'good' overall after warning over quality of care

  11-02-2026 05:39 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  An independent hospital has been rated "good" overall following concerns for its quality of care in August 2022
  
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• Business owner says paying staff is becoming 'impossible' due to rising costs

  11-02-2026 05:21 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  OWNER of a French patisserie in Christchurch has closed his business, saying "all business are struggling" due to rising costs and financial pressures, making it increasingly difficult for to survive.
  
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• 'The hotels are bad for everyone, and I’ll keep pressing for Bournemouth’s to close'

  11-02-2026 05:02 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth East MP presses UK on closure of asylum hotels.
  
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• Nurse fell asleep during shifts and made errors with medication

  11-02-2026 04:53 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A BOURNEMOUTH nurse has been struck off after panel found repeated and “wide-ranging failures” in patient care over a two-year period.
  
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• Emergency services called to 'urgent' medical incident at marina

  11-02-2026 04:43 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The RNLI were called to a medical emergency at a marina in Lymington.
  
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