Bournemouth Echo

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Charity shop workers demoralised after constant fly-tipping
Charity shop workers faced with faeces and rotting food as they battle constant fly-tipping ‘donations’ outside their store.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:10:00 +0000
Bournemouth splash park's future secure - but others still in doubt
ANOTHER paddling pool has been confirmed to reopen this summer after months of speculation.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:10:00 +0000
Bournemouth Air Festival 2024: Displays confirmed this year
THREE more fan favourites have been announced for this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Property closure order issued in Frances Road, Bournemouth
A partial closure order issued for a property in Bournemouth followed “serious nuisance and disorder”, according to the authorities.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Horton Road concerns raised at parish council meeting
Residents have packed out a council meeting to voice their concerns over an ‘unsafe’ and ‘dangerous’ road in Dorset.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Inquest opens into Bournemouth man, 23, who died in hospital
THE inquest has opened into the death of a 23-year-old nightclub doorman who died in hospital.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Inquest opens into death of 9-year-old boy in A354 car crash
THE inquest has opened into the death of a nine-year-old boy in North Dorset.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
7 under-the-radar fish and chip shops to find in BCP
Fishtales, Seaway and Priory Fryer are some under-the-radar fish and chip shops that deserve recognition in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:10:00 +0000
Tories are 'took weak to take on Wessex Water'
THE TORIES are “too weak to take on Wessex Water”, Labour’s shadow environment secretary has said. 

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Mayor unveils Easter fayre in Christchurch
Mayor unveils Easter fayre at Christchurch school, with cakes and creations made by students.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
In The Dock: appearances at Poole Magistrates' Court
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Easter bank holiday warning over feeding New Forest ponies
Visitors to the New Forest this Easter bank holiday weekend are being warned not to touch or feed the area's free-roaming ponies and donkeys.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Reggae festival to return to Jurrasic Coast this summer
A POPULAR reggae festival will return to the Jurassic Coast later this summer.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Poole Harbour ospreys: Breeding pair return to nest site
The first breeding pair of Ospreys on England’s south coast have returned to their nesting site in Poole Harbour.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Swanage: Mowlem Theatre to get £100k refurbishment
A DORSET theatre will have a significant refurbishment of its beloved community room.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Roman artefacts found during groundwork at Fordingbridge development
Roman artefacts have been found during the first stages of a housing development.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Life in the UK test: Can you pass the British citizenship quiz?
Being born in Britain might make you confident you have a decent grasp of what it means to be British but could you pass the Life In the UK test?

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:42:11 +0000
Nine-year-old who died in Dorset car crash named as Zac Roe
TRIBUTES have been paid to a nine-year-old boy who died in a car crash in North Dorset.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:11:15 +0000
Council give update on storm damaged Mudeford Ferry
THE Mudeford Ferry is not expected to be back in action until June.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Britain’s longest-serving butcher hangs up her cleaver
BRITAIN’S longest-serving butcher will be hanging up her apron and closing the doors for good after more than 60 years.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:12:22 +0000
Tornado warning issued for Dorset today
A TORNADO warning has been issued for Dorset today.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:49:20 +0000
Woman arrested for 'murder' after crash kept in custody
MAGISTRATES have allowed for a woman suspected of murder to be detained for longer. 

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:10:00 +0000
Five star Bournemouth hotel needs gates after 'security issues'
A five-star Bournemouth hotel is in need of boosting its gates after “security issues”.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Inquest opens into death of couple on Caribbean holiday
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a married couple from Poole who suddenly died on a family holiday to the Caribbean.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Teenager found with imitation gun at Poole school
A teenager has appeared in court after being found with an imitation firearm at school.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Popular Sandbanks restaurant Lazy Jacks set reopen
A popular Sandbanks restaurant is reopening under new ownership.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Christchurch pet shop Superpet in 'unjust' dispute with DHL
"This has become detrimental to the reputation of our business"

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:19:27 +0000
Woman banned from entering shops in Poole town centre
A woman has been banned from entering shops across Poole.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:05:03 +0000
Storm Nelson to bring strong winds to BCP - updates
Storm Nelson is set to batter BCP and Dorset today

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Swanage woman offers 24/7 pet ambulance after vet closure
A Swanage woman has started the Isle of Purbeck's only 24/7 pet ambulance to help those in need after the closure of Swanage's Lynwood Vets.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Church services in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this Easter
Churches across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be opening their doors to celebrate one of the most significant times in the Christian year this Easter weekend.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Dorset pub The True Lovers Knot has new owners
Owners of a Surrey marquee business and former Olive Garden staff member have become tenants of one of Blandford's best country pubs.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:03:49 +0000
Woman due in court charged with theft from Co-op store
A 34-year-old woman from Bournemouth was subsequently charged with theft from a shop and is due to appear at Poole Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 29 May 2024.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:54:44 +0000
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey to visit Poole today
LIBERAL Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey is to visit Poole this afternoon as the general election edges closer.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000
Hamworthy charity The Power House start refurb on new building
A Hamworthy arts charity have said their new and first premises are a 'game changer' for the charity.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Russsell-Cotes museum's exhibition of Albert de Belleroche
BOURNEMOUTH’S Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum will open a new exhibition this summer.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset Wine Festival partners with MYTIME and Julia's House
A new wine festival has partnered with two charities.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:04:36 +0000
Review: Simple Minds, BIC, Bournemouth
Tuesday night at the BIC was a complete sell-out for the return of Scottish Rockers Simple Minds.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Ambulance service gives advice ahead of Easter holidays
DORSET’S ambulance service is encouraging residents to use the correct healthcare service this Easter bank holiday weekend.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Swanage Railway Easter egg hunt to be held over Easter weekend
An Easter egg hunt will come to a heritage railway for four days this Easter.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset RSPCA: 6 pets who are looking for forever homes
There are a few pets from the RSPCA Ashley Heath Animal Centre in Ringwood, Dorset who are looking for their forever homes

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Nuffield to fund research on surgeons' health
NUFFIELD Health Bournemouth has committed thousands of pounds funding to research in investigating the impact on the wellbeing of surgeons when things go wrong.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:06:15 +0000
27 poisonous plants that are harmful for cats and dogs
Plants including lilies and aloe are harmful for cats and dogs - here are the poisonous plants you should avoid having in your home.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:04:49 +0000
Brits could claim £720 free pension cash with these 3 hacks
An ethical finance firm has explained the three ways that people can boost their pension pots in retirement without costing themselves anything more.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Fantastic Things recognised at Bournemouth Biz Awards
A store that opened in Bournemouth town centre last summer has been recognised with an award.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:20:16 +0000
Highway Code: £5,000 fine for driving with dogs in car
The Highway Code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:30:00 +0000
What is Maundy Thursday and what happens to mark the day?
Maundy Thursday is the fifth day of Holy Week and commemorates the Last Supper.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:46:14 +0000
DVLA driving licence address could see you fined £1,000
Drivers must update their address on their DVLA driving licence, vehicle log book, vehicle tax, and private number plate documents

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Energy bills: Take your energy meter readings this weekend
The average household in England, Wales and Scotland will pay £1,690 a year for their energy, a reduction of £238

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:06:12 +0000
Bournemouth: Woman found dead near beach
A WOMAN has been found dead on a path leading to Bournemouth beach.

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