Bournemouth Echo

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:22:22 +0100
Man hospitalised with fractured pelvis after crash as driver flees
Police are hunting for a driver who reportedly fled the scene of a crash on foot, leaving a man with a fractured pelvis.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Next-generation tank makes first public appearance at Dorset museum event
The British Army’s Challenger 3 made its surprise debut at TANKFEST 2026 at The Tank Museum in Bovington.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Seven-year-old walked and scooted 102 miles for charity in memory of his 'Gaga'
A seven-year-old boy who lost his great-grandad to cancer earlier this year has walked and scooted 102 miles to raise money for Macmillan Unit in Christchurch.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:40:02 +0100
Man arrested after crash between van and motorbike
A man has been arrested following a crash involving a van and a motorbike.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:43:05 +0100
Man, 19, left with head injury after pub brawl during World Cup game
A 19-YEAR-OLD man was taken to hospital with a head injury after a pub brawl broke out during an England World Cup match.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity club night for adults with SEND returning to Bournemouth this Friday
Hosted by Dorset disability charity Diverse Abilities, Limitless will return to Bar Coast on Old Christchurch Road, BH1 1NL, on Friday, July 3, from 7pm to 9pm.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pensioner guilty of animal neglect allowed to keep pets in her care for seven months
A Dorset pensioner who has been banned from keeping animals for ten years was allowed to keep them for several months after she convicted in December 2025, the Echo can reveal.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sandbanks Ferry urges customers to act before change on July 1
Ferry passengers are being urged to take action before changes come into effect on 1 July.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth-based charity lands major partnership with Bh2 Leisure
Bee Mission has been chosen as the first-ever Charity of the Year partner for Bh2 Leisure. The partnership runs through to March 2027.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset law firm warns employers ahead of new changes to unfair dismissal
Ellis Jones Solicitors has highlighted new rules on unfair dismissal which will allow employees to bring claims after just six months of service.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth filmmaker brings award-winning music documentary to House of Lords
Johan Nayar from Bournemouth discussed his documentary, The Banjo Boys, telling the story of Malawian Madalitso Band, at a recent event at the House of Lords

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wimborne Sports and Active Leisure Forum to launch new website at next meeting
The Wimborne Sports and Active Leisure Forum will officially launch its new website at its next meeting on July 9 at Wimborne Town Football Club.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth primary school pupils become Second World War codebreakers
Year 6 pupils from Hill View Primary School in Bournemouth visited the Royal Signals Museum as part of their Second World War topic, 'We'll Meet Again'.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Poole hockey player takes on long distance mountain trek to support club
Rich Evetts, a member of Poole Hockey Club, is tackling the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc, a demanding 12-day trek covering more than 100 miles for his local club.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP's summer message to businesses, families and visitors
Last week’s scorching weather was a reminder that the summer holidays are fast approaching. 

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman raises awareness of 'vaping dangers' after husband's death
A woman from Swanage who has won a pageant says she is using her platform to raise awareness of the dangers of vaping following the death of her husband.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:01:00 +0100
New Forest community groups find new home after social media issues
Community groups in the New Forest have found a new home on the UK-based platform GatherUK.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth pupils honoured for work remembering Windrush generation
A primary school has been praised for its work honouring the Windrush generation.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth-based digital agency wins three international awards
A Bournemouth-based eCommerce agency has won three international awards.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Award-winning company to return to Lymington Seafood Festival
An award-winning seafood company is set to return to the Lymington Seafood Festival.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Wildlife Trust secures nearly £150k of early funding with hopes to reach £1m
A nature project in Dorset has secured nearly £150k in early stage funding and could receive nearly £1 million to support conservation efforts.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Support dog helps woman find new sense of independence
A support dog has given one woman a new sense of independence and confidence.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth MP asks if town is being 'prioritised' to close asylum hotels
Tom Hayes has reiterated calls for the closure of asylum hotels, asking if Bournemouth is being prioritised.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Radio station to expand with new transmitter
Bournemouth One is expanding its reach with a new DAB transmitter.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home hosts 'paw-some' charity dog show for Helpful Hounds
A care home in Parley hosted a "paw-some" charity dog show to raise funds for an assistance dog charity.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clinic in Bournemouth to hold community event next month
A CLINIC in Bournemouth is holding a community event next month.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South west housing developers raise over £7k for children's hospice
A housing development company hosted a charity golf day which saw £7,500 raised to support children with life-limiting conditions and their families.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:53:07 +0100
Martin Lewis reveals the broadband contract trap costing millions of households more
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis says broadband and mobile firms should be banned from increasing prices above inflation during fixed-term contracts

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:50:19 +0100
New rare 50p coin revealed by Royal Mint worth at least 30 times its face value
The Royal Mint has revealed a new 50p coin to mark 100 years of Grand Prix racing in Britain.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:50:51 +0100
Morrisons apologises as 'do not eat' warning issued due to crisp recall
A Morrisons spokesman said: “Please do not eat this product and return it to your nearest store for a full refund."

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:49:20 +0100
Virgin Media O2 customers urged to 'take action' as new switch-off announced
Virgin Media O2 has announced that it will start to switch off its 2G services in Summer 2029.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:48:35 +0100
Brits warned about increase in travel scams offering 'fake' holidays - how to avoid
Holidaymakers are being warned about a rise in travel scams offering fake holidays - here's what to look out for.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:21:50 +0100
Popular seafront restaurant on Bournemouth beach announces closure
A restaurant situated in a prime location on Bournemouth’s seafront has closed its doors for the final time after 25 years in trade.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:47:45 +0100
Search for missing 78-year-old enters third day with new CCTV appeal
Officers are continuing to search for a missing man in Ferndown have issued  further CCTV images in a bid to find him.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:26:54 +0100
WATCH - Brawl that forced pub to close early during England game
A pub in Christchurch was forced to close its doors early last night due to safety concerns following a brawl which broke out during coverage of an England World Cup match.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Upcoming roadworks across BCP set to cause delays from June 29 to July 5
Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in June due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:10:12 +0100
Jet skier in "considerable pain" after dislocating shoulder in harbour
A jet skier was left in "considerable pain" after dislocating a shoulder during a day out on the water.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:50:11 +0100
"The best thing I ever did”: Hundreds of baptisms held on Bournemouth beach
More than 130 people were baptised in the sea along the Dorset coastline during a series of mass ceremonies held over two weeks this month.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:03:32 +0100
Two divers taken to hospital after getting into difficulty
Two divers have been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty off Poole.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:33:48 +0100
This stunning Dorset walk takes you along wild cliffs with unforgettable sea views
This stunning Dorset 4-mile coastal walk on the Isle of Portland features wild cliffs and unforgettable sea views

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:30:27 +0100
Paddling pool could close if complaints about dogs continue
A paddling pool could be closed if complaints about dogs continue, a community group has warned.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:01:26 +0100
Bournemouth food bank pleads for donations after supermarket order cancelled
An independent food bank in Bournemouth has issued a plea for donations after its order was cancelled due to a supermarket power cut.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:06:23 +0100
Vets urge football fans to consider pet welfare during World Cup
Vets are reminding football fans to keep their pets in mind during this season’s celebrations.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:19:36 +0100
Requirement for affordable housing removed from development
Plans affecting homes, shops, tourism accommodation and coastal sites in and around Swanage have been decided by Dorset Council.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:52:53 +0100
This is what £1.2 million buys you in lovely Lymington
This well-located family home in sought after Lymington is on the market with Savills, priced £1.195 million.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Primary school earns national accreditation for excellence in science education
Hordle CE Primary School and Nursery in Lymington has been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ringwood road to close for 11 days next month for Excalon utility works
Old Salisbury Road, Ringwood, will close for 11 days from 6 July 2026 for Excalon utility works. Use A338 as diversion. See Hampshire County Council notices.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New summer beach club to open on Bournemouth seafront with £100k in investment
Seventa Events has been awarded the contract by BCP Council to operate the West Cliff Beach Bar at Bournemouth seafront, launching Palm Beach Club at the site.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South Western Ambulance Service appeals for public support amid record demand
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust appeals to residents to help protect emergency services, after experiencing its busiest day on record.

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth Airport delays on average 'more than four in ten flights during July'
Bournemouth Airport has been found to delay more than four in ten flights during July on average, according to new analysis from Locals Insider.

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