Bournemouth news

• More cliff collapses 'a likelihood', expert warns

  23-10-2024 12:23 via bbc.com
  
  A double deluge of material from the cliffs thrust about 14 beach huts across the promenade.
  
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• Man seen with imitation gun outside Bournemouth takeaway

  17-02-2026 18:21 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Dorset Police are appealing for witnesses and potential victims to come forward following a reported incident involving an imitation firearm in Bournemouth.
  
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• Poole's Currie bowls well but Scotland beaten in final World Cup game by Nepal

  17-02-2026 18:02 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Poole's Brad Currie bowled impressively as Scotland concluded their Cricket World Cup campaign with a final over defeat to Nepal.
  
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• Council asking government for tougher parking powers to be made permament

  17-02-2026 18:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  BCP Council is asking the government for extra powers to deliver higher penalty fines to reduce illegal parking.
  
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• Yellow weather warning issued for BCP with risk of snow, rain and travel disruption

  17-02-2026 16:17 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A YELLOW weather warning for rain and possible snow is set to hit the BCP area this Wednesday, according to the Met Office.
  
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• Former police officer to appear in court after relationship with vulnerable victim

  17-02-2026 16:11 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A FORMER police officer has been charged with an abuse of power by entering into an inappropriate relationship with a vulnerable person
  
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• BCP Council has proposed a 2.8 per cent rise in councillor allowances

  17-02-2026 16:03 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  BCP budget proposes a 2.8 per cent rise in councillor allowances from May.
  
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• Councillor ‘honoured’ to be appointed BCP Armed Forces Champion

  17-02-2026 15:20 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Councillor ‘honoured’ to be appointed BCP Council Armed Forces Champion.
  
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• Five teens to appear in court after assault on Southbourne beach

  17-02-2026 10:31 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Five teenagers are due to appear in court after a number of people were reportedly assaulted during a 'gathering' on Southbourne beach.
  
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• The New Forest's highest pub with oven smoker and a host of resident ghosts

  17-02-2026 09:39 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The Lamb Inn at Nomansland is the New Forest's highest pub with cocktail masterclasses, an oven smoker, hanging heads and a host of resident ghosts!
  
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• Council to use artificial intelligence to 'enhance and support' its services

  17-02-2026 09:38 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  AI will be used to support and enhance the way BCP Council provide services to residents.
  
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• Wild west fever takes over the south coast with BCP's award winning line dance class

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Wild West fever has taken BCP by storm as a leading line dancing class has won two national awards.
  
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• Water company warns residents in Dorset to be cautious of cold callers and scams

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Wessex Water warns Dorset residents of scam callers and bogus home visits. Learn how to spot fraud, verify staff identity, and stay safe from scams.
  
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• Valentine's fundraiser packed with dancing raises over £1,000 for Mudeford RNLI

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  A ska concert at Highcliffe Sports and Social Club raised £1,400 for Mudeford RNLI Lifeboat Station, supporting local lifeboat volunteers and community spirit.
  
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• University study finds link between sugary drinks and anxiety in young people

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  New Bournemouth University study links high sugary drink consumption to increased anxiety in UK teenagers, highlighting mental health risks alongside obesity.
  
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• Two major lifestyle events set to return to Twickenham rugby stadium this March

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Family Traveller Live and Sailawaze Live return to Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium in March 2026. Enjoy family fun, cruise experiences and expert talks.
  
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• Shopping centre to host event celebrating sustainability and local action

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Discover the Ringwood ECO Fair on 9 May at Furlong Shopping Centre, a family-friendly event promoting sustainable living and local green initiatives.
  
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• Royal Signals Museum in Dorset unveils major new Cold War exhibition

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Discover The Cold War exhibition at the Royal Signals Museum, Blandford Forum—exploring the Royal Corps of Signals’ vital and often unseen communications role.
  
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• 'Remarkable' care home resident celebrates milestone surrounded by loved ones

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Marjorie celebrates her 90th birthday at Kings Park Care Home in Barchester Healthcare, joined by staff, family and chef Jon’s special birthday cake.
  
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• Popular alt rock band announce Bournemouth show ahead of 'biggest arena tour'

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  James announce intimate warm-up gigs in Bournemouth and more ahead of their Love Is The Answer UK arena tour. Tickets, new album Yummy, and best-of details.
  
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• Poole hospice calls for participants to enter Dragon Boat Festival this June

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Join the Forest Holme Hospice Charity Dragon Boat Festival at Poole Park on 6 June. Teams race for charity, raising vital funds for local hospice care.
  
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• 'Painting helped me come back to myself': New exhibition comes to Poole

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  An art exhibition exploring artist’s journey out of depression through creativity has opened in Upton country park.
  
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• Nominations open for Patient Choice Award at University Hospitals Dorset

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Nominate hospital heroes for the University Hospitals Dorset Patient Choice Award 2026. Public nominations open for staff at Poole, Christchurch & Bournemouth.
  
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• M&S partial demolition plans approved for former Homebase

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  M&S is allowed to partially demolition the former Homebase site in Poole.
  
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• Major chilli festival returns to Dorset for its 15th iteration this August

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Great Dorset Chilli Festival returns 1–2 August 2026 to Stock Gaylard Estate, Sturminster Newton, featuring chilli competitions, food, and entertainment.
  
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• Local Christchurch business to fuel thousands of runners at Los Angeles marathon

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Precision Fuel & Hydration to support 26,000 runners at ASICS Los Angeles Marathon 2026 with expert nutrition, energy gels and hydration guidance.
  
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• 'Largest' skills summit of its kind held at Vitality Stadium by Dorset Chamber

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  More than 150 delegates attended The People Festival at AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium, Dorset’s largest workforce conference.
  
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• In The Dock: drink and drug drivers handed lengthy bans

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
  
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• Hidden stories of Cranborne Chase shown in new art exhibition at Dorset museum

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  Discover Droves & Downs at the Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne—an art exhibition celebrating Cranborne Chase’s ecology and heritage, on until June 2026.
  
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• Gardeners urged to prune these 3 plants in February before time runs out

  17-02-2026 06:00 via bournemouthecho.co.uk
  
  If you're looking to prune some plants in February, then gardeners have been advised to focus on three specific ones before the month finishes
  
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