Bournemouth news

• 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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• Nearly £1m awarded to 60 community projects

  24-02-2026 13:23 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Nearly £1million in neighbourhood funding has been awarded to 60 community projects across Bournemouth and Poole.
  
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• Urinating, parties and fires - Dozens of beach huts broken into by vandals

  24-02-2026 13:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  DOZENS of beach huts have been broken into by vandals who have reportedly been urinating, having parties and starting fires.
  
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• Man suffers serious injuries in 'hit-and-run' crash in Poole

  24-02-2026 12:23 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A motorcyclist in his 30s was taken to hospital with “serious injuries” after a crash with a car in Poole.
  
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• BCP Green Group puts forward budget amendment

  24-02-2026 12:09 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  BCP Green Group has put forward an amendment to the 2026/27 budget, proposing redirecting £35,000 for independent reviews.
  
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• Russell Brand pleads not guilty to two further sex offences including rape

  24-02-2026 11:52 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to two further sexual offences, including rape.
  
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• 'There was nothing fair about that': New Forest to receive less cash from government

  24-02-2026 11:34 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A senior councillor has criticised new funding arrangements which will lead to a rural Hampshire authority receiving less money from government.
  
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• Equipment reportedly stolen from fire engines after burglary at station

  24-02-2026 11:12 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A BURGLAR reportedly broke into a fire station and stole equipment from fire engines.
  
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• Snap Fitness Christchurch to invest in new training and recovery facilities

  24-02-2026 11:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The popular local gym will introduce Reformer Pilates and new recovery spaces as it continues to grow its membership and services.
  
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• Dog stolen from Kent recovered in Dorset as firearms seized

  24-02-2026 09:31 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A dog stolen from Kent has been recovered in West Dorset as police seized firearms with one person in custody
  
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• Views sought on new speed and safety rules off Dorset coast

  24-02-2026 08:06 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  New rules on how fast boats can travel and where speed marker buoys are positioned off a Dorset coastline are being proposed as part of revisions to a watercraft byelaw, now out for public consultation
  
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• 80s pop star coming to Ringwood as part of new tour

  24-02-2026 06:04 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Paul Young, an icon from the 80s, is set to visit Ringwood as part of a new tour.
  
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• MP warns against 'Trump inspired' deportation force proposed by Reform UK

  24-02-2026 06:01 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Tom Hayes MP criticises Reform UK's proposed deportation force modelled on US ICE, warning against "Trump-inspired" tactics as UK border controls tighten.
  
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• Film festival 'delivering frights from every angle' returns to Dorset next month

  24-02-2026 06:01 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Screams By The Sea, Dorset’s international horror film festival, returns 13–14 March with indie films, industry talks and live events in Bournemouth.
  
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• World-famous male variety and strip show coming to Bournemouth in March

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dreamboys bring their renowned male variety show to Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre on 6 March 2026. Book tickets for high-energy entertainment and fun.
  
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• Wimborne lingerie firm's entrepreneur founder wins national business competition

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Kate Taylor, founder of Evenly, wins £7,500 top prize at #SBS x NatWest Accelerator Live Pitch in Birmingham for innovative femtech and lingerie solutions.
  
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• 'What is the purpose of new town councils?'

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  We hear of the achievements BCP Council are doing - but what are they, and where - community groups these have always been here for sometime and do a good work.
  
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• West End circus musical with celebrity stars coming to Dorset

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Pavilion will transform into a dazzling big top this June when it welcomes a West End show and celebrity performers.
  
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• WATCH: Bird of prey spotted outside West Howe kitchen window

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Sparrowhawk spotted having its afternoon snack out of a kitchen window in West Howe.
  
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• Visitors are encouraged at Dorset library as new season set to start in March

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Wimborne Minster’s historic chained library reopens for the 2026 season, offering guided tours, new hours, and access for researchers and visitors.
  
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• St John Ambulance issues first aid advice on catastrophic bleeding to the public

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  St John Ambulance expert urges UK public to learn first aid for catastrophic bleeding as knife crime and accidents rise—early action saves lives.
  
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• 'Rising star' solicitor joins Poole family law team as a family law specialist

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Newly qualified solicitor Amy Cable joins Jacobs and Reeves in Poole as a family law specialist, helping Dorset families with divorce cases and legal aid.
  
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• Regional housebuilder announces partnership with Dorset cricket club

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Bargate signs three-year sponsorship with Lymington Cricket Club to boost junior and women’s cricket, upgrade facilities and support local community sport.
  
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• Prezzo Italian’s family dining subscription launched in Bournemouth

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Prezzo Italian launches UK family dining subscription: kids eat free with every adult meal for £1.99/month. Save up to £1,500 yearly via Club Prezzo app.
  
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• New techno event arriving at popular nightclub following increasing demand from Gen z

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A Brighton-based record label is hosting a new techno night in Bournemouth club venue.
  
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• New home battery pack scheme brings peace of mind for disabled people

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  SSEN Distribution delivers free home battery packs to Priority Services customers in southern England and northern Scotland.
  
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• Man stalked woman with tracking device on car

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A man stalked a woman for more than two months using a tracking device on her vehicle.
  
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• 'Lively evening' of shanties and storytelling comes to Dorset coast

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Enjoy an evening of sea shanties and storytelling with the Wareham Whalers at Durlston Castle, Dorset, on 6 March. Tickets £10. Book online now.
  
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• In The Dock: man jailed for sending offensive messages to a woman

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
  
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• Dorset Police force takes proactive action to tackle child sexual abuse

  24-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dorset Police joined a nationwide child sexual abuse crackdown, making arrests, safeguarding children and progressing cases with the NCA and partner agencies.
  
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