Bournemouth Echo

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:00:27 +0000
Top performing Dorset secondary schools revealed
The top performing secondary schools in Dorset for 2025 have been revealed.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:02:32 +0000
Antiques Roadshow experts to visit Dorset next week
A special event featuring Antiques Roadshow experts is heading to Dorset next week

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:03:17 +0000
"Final push" in campaign to buy land surrounding Dorset landmark
A campaign to fund the £330k purchase of land around a Dorset landmark is in its “final push”

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:35:00 +0000
Terrifying times as thousands of rampaging pigs caused chaos in the New Forest
What began as an ancient grazing tradition quickly spiralled into a series of violent encounters

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Shaftesbury veteran shares memories of 'shameful' war episode
Former Royal Marine Captain Stephen Weall, who grew up in Shaftesbury, served during the Aden Emergency

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:14:00 +0000
Police issue advice after thefts from vehicles reported
Police are issuing advice on how to following thefts from vehicles in the area.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:08:00 +0000
Businesses warned after fake bank notes circulate
POLICE are warning businesses to be vigilant after fake bank notes have been circulating in Purbeck.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 03:12:00 +0000
Nine arrested in Bournemouth on suspicion of organised crime and drug offences
Eight people reportedly connected to organised crime have been arrested this week part of a large investigation.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:05:37 +0000
Best birdwatching spots in the New Forest revealed
Some of the best birdwatching spots in the New Forest have been revealed.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:04:27 +0000
New Forest housing development set to launch sales
Wyatt Homes is set to launch sales for its Wilberforce Green development.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:37:03 +0000
Benches outside beach house cafe approved
Eight picnic benches beside the Beach House Café in Mudeford has now been officially approved.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Big names and beach vibes announced for Camp Bestival this summer
Camp Bestival has revealed its headline acts for 2026.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Two centenarian friends celebrate 201 years of memories at special joint party
Each enjoyed a personalised cake - lemon drizzle for Kay and Victoria sponge with strawberries and cream for Beryl.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Nearly 2,000 Christmas trees collected for hospice fundraiser
Julia’s House raised £24,730 through its annual Christmas tree recycling scheme, with supporters booking collections of 1,800 trees

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New £2m investment could cut energy bills in Dorset
Dorset Council's cabinet will consider on January 29 whether to approve £1.3 million for accelerating streetlight upgrades and £700,000.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Forming gambling addict who lost everything finds new purpose by helping others
James Cooper began gambling at age 17 and quickly fell into addiction throughout his 20s.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Water company warns against unauthorised use of hydrants
The company has said that unauthorised standpipes could allow dirty water to enter the main supply because the equipment may not be properly cleaned.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bournemouth 7s festival announces dance as ninth official sport
The Bournemouth 7s festival has announced dance as its ninth official sport.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset MP warns against 'appeasement' towards Donald Trump
Vikki Slade MP criticises UK government for appeasing Donald Trump, warning it risks British values, global security and UN efforts in Gaza.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
In The Dock: Thieves banned from retail park
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
New Forest animal accidents increased in 2025 with nearly 50 killed
Drivers are being urged to take extra care in the New Forest National Park following an increase in road accidents involving livestock.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Council celebrates future social workers with special ceremony
Note to editors: updated with corrections from Council

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
White-tailed eagle spotted at Christchurch Harbour
A WHITE-TAILED eagle has been spotted at Christchurch Harbour, highlighting the continued success of efforts to reintroduce the species in country.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Busy season of events as National Trust aims to banish 'winter blues'
A RANGE of events is being held across Dorset and neighbouring Wiltshire as the National Trust looks to help visitors “banish the winter blues."

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Group attacked and stabbed man after he 'sexually assaulted girl'
A GROUP of young men attacked and stabbed a man in Bournemouth town centre after he sexually assaulted a teenage girl, a court has heard.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
'Groundbreaking' new attraction set to wow crowd at New Forest Show
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is set to return from July 28 to 30 with a spectacular new Main Ring attraction.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Plans for HMO refused because it would be 'out of character for area'
Plans for an eight person HMO have been refused because it would be “out of character for the area” and lacking parking.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Power cut at Upton Country Park with tea rooms closed
A country park will undergo a planned power cut on Friday but will remain open.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Military operation to take place near Studland from the end of the month
A military operation will be taking place from the end of the month in Studland.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:31:30 +0000
Firefighter union vows to fight on as eight fire stations put at risk of closure
UNIONISTS have vowed to fight on as eight fire stations are at risk of closure in Dorset and Wiltshire

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:40:44 +0000
Cherries can begin work on stadium expansion as enabling works approved
THE enabling works for the Cherries’ Vitality Stadium expansion plans have been approved by BCP Council.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000
Vitality Stadium expansion plans discussed by council - as it happened
Updates as the eastern BCP planning committee are set to rule on the plans for enabling works for AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium expansion plans.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:43:00 +0000
'This madness must end': Anger over proposed tax increase
A PAIR of BCP councillors have slammed “unprecedented and unjustified” council tax increases that will affect residents across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:35:00 +0000
What happened when one of the fiercest storms hit Dorset?
The darkening skies quickly gave way to an all-out meteorological onslaught of rain and hurricane-force winds.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:22:42 +0000
Teenager who drowned in Dorset sea rescue among those honoured for bravery by King
AN 18-year-old who drowned after he rescued relatives from the sea in Dorset has been described as 'the life and soul of the party' as he received a posthumous bravery award

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:13:59 +0000
Torrential rain expected in Bournemouth today after weather warning issued
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are facing another day of torrential rain after the Met Office issued a weather warning.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:51:00 +0000
Failed asylum seeker to be sentenced for rape of woman in Bournemouth
A man is to be sentenced at court for raping a woman in her own home after his crying victim made a secret recording of the attack.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:11:00 +0000
Coastguard called to harbour following emergency incident
The coastguard was called to Poole Harbour following an incident with a wing foiler in difficulty.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:23:00 +0000
Sandbanks restaurant wants revamp and extended opening hours
A SANDBANKS restaurant wants to extend its opening hours and revamp its facilities.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:11:00 +0000
Poole coastguard callout after fisherman got into trouble
Poole Coastguard was called out to an incident in the early hours of Tuesday morning after a person was reported to be in the water near Holes Bay.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:28:23 +0000
'Animalistic' man raped woman despite repeated protests
AN ‘ANIMALISTIC’ man who raped a woman while she protested was caught after she recorded the ordeal, a court has heard.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:53:21 +0000
Guy Ritchie wants to build two barns at £9m Wiltshire home he bought with Madonna
The director of a large number of hit films has submitted an application to Wiltshire Council seeking permission to build new storage barns in the grounds of Ashcombe House, near Tollard Royal.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Former gambling addict now supporting others
A man who lost his money, his relationships and almost his life to a gambling addiction told how he has found new purpose as a support worker for a Bournemouth charity.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:04:51 +0000
Driver in two-vehicle collision suspected of cloned plate and failing to stop
DRIVERS of a car involved in two vehicle collision is suspected to have a cloned number plate and failed to stop at the scene.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:51:34 +0000
Warning as more cars targeted by thieves
AUTHORITIES have issued fresh guidance to help protect residents after reporting an increase in vehicle crime across the area.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:53:14 +0000
Ancient tradition brought back to life in New Forest
The Green Man Association of the New Forest hosted a wassail at the New Forest Cider Farm.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Lyndhurst teen runner on the rise after breakthrough season
Leah Johnson, 19, from Lyndhurst, claimed her first major senior title just three months after joining the University of Winchester’s Elite Sports Programme.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Ringwood care home chef graduates from culinary academy
Boris Borisov, chef at Moors Manor Care Home in Ringwood, graduates Barchester Healthcare’s Chef Academy, praised for culinary skills and resident care.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Care home rolls out the red carpet for Hollywood-themed celebration
The Lindsay Bupa Care Home is inviting local community members to join them for a Hollywood themed celebration on Friday, January 30.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Installing water meter can cut bills, South West Water says
South West Water is encouraging customers to consider a free water meter as a way to monitor usage, reduce waste and potentially lower bills.

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