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• Three boys charged with raping teenage girl near recreation ground

  23-04-2025 18:17
  
  Three boys have been charged with raping a 14-year-old girl near a recreation ground.
  
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• Bournemouth University's Business School hosts International Day

  16-05-2025 07:00
  
  Dr Danni Liang, principal academic and programme leader of MSc International Management, was the lead organiser of this event.
  
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• Young engineers battle it out with robots in regional competition

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Sixteen teams from across the South West competed in this challenge, which was one of 14 regional events held across the country.
  
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• Swanage Railway and town council sign armed forces covenant

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Representatives from the Swanage Railway, Swanage Town Council and the Royal Corps of Signals have signed an Armed Forces Covenant.
  
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• Stunning line-up of supercars for Beaulieu Supercar Weekend

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  The event will include the display of the 'Famous Four' Ferraris: the F40, F50, Enzo and LaFerrari.
  
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• Soul legend PP Arnold to perform at Lighthouse Poole

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Sixties soul singer PP Arnold is set to return to Poole.
  
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• ‘Small conversations’ could aid mental health, says MP

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "I can promise you this – small conversations and just listening can make a big difference."
  
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• Shire horse pays surprise visit to care home resident

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  The visit with Guinness sparked a conversation about the blacksmith's craft, which John fondly remembered from his youth.
  
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• Security company celebrates tenth year in Wimborne

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "We know how important security is and strive to provide competitively priced systems that suit their needs."
  
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• Princess Anne visits Citizens Advice East Dorset & Purbeck

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "The Princess Royal's presence today highlights the importance of this initiative and the positive impact it continues to have."
  
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• P&O Cruises 'supporting family' of man who died after choking on ship

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  P&O Cruises said it is offering support to the family of a man who died on a ship after choking on his lunch.
  
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• Opportunity to star in professional pantomime at Lighthouse

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Strong dance technique is required, with classical ballet and jazz skills recommended.
  
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• Music icon to perform at Bournemouth venue on UK tour

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  He has 63 gold and 24 platinum records and stars on both the Hollywood and Las Vegas Walks of Fame.
  
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• Music and food festival to take place at Poole park

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Bournemouth Ice Cream will also be in attendance, serving up their festival favourite treats.
  
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• MP speaks out against violence towards shop workers

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  To address this issue, a standalone law will be introduced to make assaulting retail workers a specific criminal offence.
  
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• Motorists can now book an MOT through a parking app

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Motorists in Bournemouth can now book an MOT through a parking app.
  
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• Jazz superstar dines at Bournemouth restaurant

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "Seeing them enjoy our food and catch a vibe with our family-run kitchen made it a night to remember."
  
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• "I refused to let my diagnosis define me, and I’m not going anywhere yet”

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  A military veteran from Poole is fundraising following years of ill health and being diagnosed with an incurable form of blood cancer.
  
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• Dorset schools seek individuals to become governors

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "You will be involved at board level to set the strategic direction for the school and make a difference to the education of the students."
  
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• Community stalwart who saved Swanage Railway has died

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  A community stalwart who took pride in his work and brought joy to those who knew him has died.
  
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• Care home raises more than £1k for charity at spring fair

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  The residents, together with Forest Holme volunteers, worked together to make the day a success.
  
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• Boy, 12, to cycle Poole to Paris to help homelessness charity

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  The young cyclist will endure hills, heat, and long days in the saddle before reaching the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
  
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• Bournemouth weather forecast: What to expect this week

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Residents are advised to keep an eye on the forecast for any changes.
  
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• 'Bournemouth Airport should provide free drop-off area'

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  I'm writing to express concern over Bournemouth Airport’s ongoing failure to provide a free drop-off or pick-up area for passengers — a basic facility that the vast majority of UK airports offer.
  
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• Beach hut on sale for £55,000 in 'impressive' property market

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  "For those who’ve dreamed of a base by the sea, a beach hut offers long-term value and lifestyle appeal.
  
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• Beach flying the flag for 24 consecutive years

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Swanage beach is flying the blue flag for another year after winning a top seaside award.
  
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• Babies and toddlers to demonstrate swimming skills in Dorset

  16-05-2025 06:00
  
  Babies and toddlers from Dorset are set to demonstrate their swimming skills as part of a fundraising event.
  
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• 'Illusion of transparency': BU staff launch strike ballot and no-confidence vote

  16-05-2025 05:38
  
  Staff at Bournemouth University are being balloted for industrial action — including potential strike days — in response to proposed job losses and rising workloads.
  
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• Anger as BCP Council stops Palestinian flag on day of remembrance

  16-05-2025 05:03
  
  Residents have accused BCP Council of making a ‘personal’ decision to block the raising of a flag intended to honour and remember displaced Palestinians.
  
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• Second headteacher at trust suddenly quits and won't finish year

  16-05-2025 01:00
  
  A headteacher has resigned with immediate effect and will not be returning to school for the rest of the academic year.
  
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