Bournemouth news

• Council HQ refurb uncertain as devolution looms

  20-01-2025 08:49 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Plans to refurbish Appletree Court, home of New Forest District Council, remains uncertain
  
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• Controversial Southbourne flats recommended for retrospective approval

  14-02-2026 11:07 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A development of 27 flats at Southbourne Crossroad is recommended to have retrospective plans approved.
  
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• Bournemouth man in court as police dig at house in Leicester murder probe

  14-02-2026 09:28 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Two men accused of murdering a retired 60-year-old man who vanished nearly two years ago have appeared in court as police teams continue to dig at a house in Leicester.
  
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• WATCH: Wild otter delights as it dines alongside fisherman on quay

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A surprise river guest was spotted enjoying its breakfast on the quay in plain sight of passers-by.
  
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• Warning to drivers as research reveals 1.2 million cars on UK roads have no MOT

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  New research from Halfords shows three per cent of motorists have skipped their MOT in the past year, equating to around 1.2 million vehicles
  
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• Upcoming road works across BCP from 16 February to 22 February

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Major road closures, diversions and temporary signals to cause delays in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 16–22 February, BCP Council warns.
  
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• Sweethearts share their 58-year Bournemouth love story to celebrate Valentine's

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  In celebration of Valentine’s Day, a Bournemouth couple who have spent all 58 years of their life together in the town share their fondest memories of growing up and raising a family in their much-loved seaside home.
  
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• Students give The Great British Bake Off Musical ‘all the right ingredients'

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Brockenhurst College students staged The Great British Bake Off Musical at Kemball Theatre, with all profits going to the Performing Arts and Music department.
  
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• Romance writing festival returns to Bournemouth for a second love-filled year

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Romance Writing Festival returns to Bournemouth on 3 October 2026, featuring bestselling authors, workshops, networking, and expert talks for UK writers.
  
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• Ringwood HR consultancy marks milestone by opening new office in town centre

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  View HR in Ringwood marks 10 years of growth with new offices and a 13-strong team, offering expert HR consultancy and employment law support UK-wide.
  
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• Residents invited to shape future of open spaces and play areas in New Forest

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  New Forest District Council launches surveys on open spaces and play areas as part of the Local Plan review. Have your say online by 4 March 2026.
  
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• Popular 90s band announce three more UK tour dates with music fans thrilled

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Saint Etienne add new dates to their final UK and Ireland tour in 2026, including London, Poole and Birmingham. Last chance to see the Britpop icons live.
  
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• Lidl, Co-op, Farmfoods and more issue 'do not eat' warnings as products recalled

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks
  
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• Giant inflatable obstacle course set to make splash at leisure centre

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Giant inflatable Rumble Run launches at Stokewood Leisure Centre, Bournemouth, for February half-term. Family pool fun, obstacle course, BH Live Active events.
  
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• Dorset housing market 'improving due to favourable mortgage rates'

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dorset homebuyer confidence rises as mortgage rates fall, lenders relax criteria, and Barratt Redrow offers deposit boosts for first-time buyers in 2026.
  
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• Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth published 9 death notices last week.
  
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• ASB can be 'devastating for victims and communities' says council

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) near the Co-op reported where people asking for money and taking people to cashpoint.
  
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• Artists compete in sculpting 'showdown' taking place in Bournemouth

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Artists Showdown at The Brass Haus, Bournemouth: monthly live art contest and auction supporting UK homelessness charity Social Bite. Next event 4 March 2026.
  
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• Acclaimed opera producer brings farewell tour to Bournemouth Pavillion

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour brings "Carmen" and "Madama Butterfly" by Opera International Kyiv to Bournemouth Pavilion, 11–12 March 2026. Book now.
  
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• A fun-filled February half-term across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Discover top February half-term events in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, from arts workshops to family activities, museum exhibitions and outdoor fun.
  
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• 104 homes, play area and walled garden recommended for approval

  14-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Plans for 104 homes, a children’s play area and walled garden are recommended to have permission granted, two years after being proposed.
  
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• Thieves and shoplifter among arrests across county

  14-02-2026 05:58 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Neighbourhood policing officers have made a string of arrests across Dorset as they step up patrols in cold and wet winter weather.
  
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• New Forest village where 'peace is easy to come by' among UK's best remote spots

  14-02-2026 03:24 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Brockenhurst in the New Forest has been named among the best remote places to live in the UK according to Sotheby's International Realty
  
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• Motorists ignoring flood barriers and putting themselves 'at risk', says police

  14-02-2026 03:16 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Police in Fordingbridge have urged motorists and parents to act responsibly after a busy day tackling crime and safety concerns across the Avon Valley.
  
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• Windsurfer retains title in Lanzarote despite mixed conditions

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dorset windsurfing ace Emma Wilson led a strong British showing at the iQFOiL International Games in Lanzarote, taking overall victory after a week of mixed conditions in Marina Rubicon.
  
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• Wimborne host Hanwell while Poole travel to Basingstoke: Non-league

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  With no AFC Bournemouth in action this weekend, there are numerous non-league sides in action across the local area.
  
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• 'Panda' Smyth aiming to become first to deadlift 700kg - the same as six pandas

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Seven hundred kilograms is about the same as six fully-grown pandas. Matthew ‘Panda’ Smyth is aiming to become the first to deadlift that weight next weekend.
  
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• Man of the match awards and goals but also disruption through injury: Loan round up

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  There have been goals, man of the match awards and injuries for the Cherries loanees recently.
  
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• ‘He has ruined my life’: Driver flipped car after speeding 80mph

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A WOMAN said she and her sister were nearly killed after a driver, reportedly speeding at 80mph, lost control and ‘somersaulted’ his car.
  
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• 'Cricket's Jamie Vardy' - from Dorset to opening bowling vs England at World Cup

  14-02-2026 01:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Less than three years ago, the Daily Echo reported on a remarkable nine-wicket haul from Bashley’s Brad Currie, as they skittled Lymington in the Southern Premier League. Now Currie is set to open the bowling for Scotland against England’s Phil Salt and Jos Buttler at the Cricket World Cup.
  
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