Archive - Saturday, 20 April 2019

'When you lose a player of Adam’s quality before the game, that was difficult for the team'
BOSS Eddie Howe admitted the injury loss of Adam Smith ahead of kick-off against Fulham had made it “difficult for the team” in Cherries’ 1-0 defeat to Fulham.
Fulham frontman Mitrovic is spot on to sink Cherries
ALEKSANDAR Mitrovic’s second-half spot-kick earned relegated Fulham a 1-0 victory over Cherries at Vitality Stadium.
Brooks nominated for PFA Young Player of the Year award
CHERRIES star David Brooks has been nominated for the PFA Young Player of the Year award.
Motorcyclist and pillion passenger are seriously injured in hit-and-run crash
A MOTORCYCLIST and pillion passenger were seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash near Wimborne.
Disposable BBQ causes small heath fire at Christchurch beauty spot
A DISPOSABLE barbecue that had not been fully extinguished caused a fire at a Christchurch beauty spot.
Man in his 40s is stabbed in early hours at property in Christchurch
POLICE have cordoned off a road in Christchurch following a stabbing early this morning.
Elderly driver with eye patch sought after hit-and-run leaves teen cyclist injured
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a fail-to-stop collision that left a teenager with minor injuries.
Why you should watch the Mugenkyo Drummers when they come to Lighthouse
MUGENKYO, the UK’s original touring Taiko Tribe, are back on the road with a new show of skill, stamina and red-hot rhythms.
Letter to the editor: 5 sustainable policies for local election candidates
FOLLOWING on from Theresa McManus's recent excellent letter which we fully support, East Dorset Friends of the Earth wants to publicise the policies we are currently asking all local election candidates to agree to push for should they get elected. We…
Cook these: Three recipes from chef Nathan Outlaw
Chef Nathan Outlaw recently embarked - quite accidentally - on an acting career. Look closely and listen well, and you'll catch the 41-year-old restaurateur in new movie Fisherman's Friends, a film based on 10 singing Cornish fishermen who got a record…
Why Pets at Home will NOT be selling rabbits or other pets this Easter
PETS at Home will not sell any rabbits or other pets this Easter in case they end up ‘in the wrong home’ after an impulse buy.
10 of the stunning entries in our biggest ever Camera Club competition!
THESE stunning photos are just a snapshot of the entries received for the Daily Echo’s biggest Echo Camera Club Dorset competition to date.
Weekend column: Say what you like about politicians, but they're not all the same
ALL over England, voters are currently receiving leaflets and the occasional knock on the door from people who have passionate convictions about the way their towns and cities should be run.
Sakib Spice: “It is nice to have been part of the community for so long”
IN 1955, Shamsur Rahman’s father opened up the first Indian restaurant called Taj Mahal in the UK.
12 of the best beer gardens in Dorset and the New Forest (according to our readers)
With a sunny and warm Easter bank holiday upon us, it's a great opportunity to get outdoors and make the most of the gorgeous weather.
Picture of the Day: Just horsing around
Echo Camera Club member Annie Collins captured this image of a horse out in the paddock
REVIEW: The Magic Flute at the Regent surpasses expectations
IT is not often that one's expectations are thoroughly surpassed, especially in the world of opera.
Harry Redknapp's eldest son applies for drug-driving case against him to be thrown out of court
THE eldest son of former football manager Harry Redknapp has applied to have a drug-driving case against him thrown out of court.
Former PE teacher is jailed for historic indecent assaults on pupils
A FORMER PE teacher who groped boarding school pupils has been jailed after admitting he ‘has those tendencies’.
More than 150 military medals are stolen from trader at Wimborne Market
POLICE are searching for a thief who smashed through a car window and stole more than 150 military medals from a trader at Wimborne Market.
CCTV appeal after 12-year-old boy's bike is stolen outside Co-op store
CCTV images have been released after a boy's bike was stolen from outside a shop in Bournemouth.
In The Dock: Here are 9 people from Bournemouth who have appeared in court
BOURNEMOUTH
Man charged with dealing laughing gas at Bestival
A MAN has appeared in court charged with supplying a psychoactive substance at Bestival.
On a roll again! Patisserie Mark Bennett voted best bakery in Dorset
A POPULAR patisserie company in Dorset has been voted as the best bakery in the county as part of the National Bakery Awards 2019.
PICTURES: These six cats and dogs need forever homes, can you help?
CAN you give a forever home to any of these pets currently based at Margaret Green?
BSO tribute to mark D-Day anniversary
A NEW piece of music to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day will be created by the BSO through a special intergenerational project.
'Super practice': Five GP surgeries in Bournemouth and Poole with 58,500 patients join forces
TENS of thousands of people in Bournemouth and Poole will be cared for by a new ‘super partnership’ of GP surgeries.
Hospital consultant who arranged for his injured wife to jump the queue at A&E is suspended
A HOSPITAL consultant who arranged for his injured wife to jump the queue at a busy A&E department has been suspended for misconduct.
Missing man Simon Whitaker found safe
A MAN who went missing from Poole has been found safe, police have said.
Popular seafood restaurant to close for "significant" refurbishment
POOLE'S popular Loch Fyne restaurant is closing for for a "significant" refurbishment.
KEITH BATCHELOR
BATCHELOR Keith Roy Passed away peacefully on 17th April 2019, aged 92 years. Formerly of Chetnole Close, Canford Heath and latterly of The Potteries Care Home, Broadstone. All enquiries to Ives & Shand Funeral Service Tel: 01202 716500
WILLIAM WEEKS
WEEKS William Mark (Billy) Passed away suddenly 9 April 2019, aged 57. Much loved and will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral at Bournemouth Crematorium, Tuesday 30 April at 11.30am. Family flowers only.
ANNE COX
COX Anne Died peacefully on Friday 12th April 2019, aged 79 years. Now reunited with her beloved husband Derek. Much loved mum of Tony, Yvonne and Jeanette and to Rachel, Richard and Robin. A loving nana and great-nana. She will be sadly missed. Her…
RONALD PLAYER
PLAYER Ronald Arthur Died peacefully at home on Friday 12th April, aged 78 years. Devoted husband of Joan, much loved Dad of Karen, Grandad of Michael and Great Grandad of Georgi and Marley. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His funeral…
RONALD TALBOT
TALBOT Ronald Albert On 7th April 2019, peacefully after a long illness, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Valerie and loving step-grandad to Laurel, Clarice, Will, Raife and Clara. Also loving brother to Molly. Service to be held at Poole Crematorium…
BASIL EYRE
EYRE Basil (Bas) Suddenly passed away at home on 5th April 2019, aged 87 years. Much loved Father and Grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all. The funeral service will be held at on Wednesday 1st May 2019 at 3:00pm in The Long Barrow Ceremony…
Harold Andrews
ANDREWS Harold Treasured memories of Dear Harold. God Bless. Frances and family
Stuart DUNCAN
DUNCAN Stuart John 20th April 1997. A very special Son. Always loved and remembered. Dad x
EILEEN HOULISTON
HOULISTON Eileen Isabel Died peacefully at her home on 15th April, aged 87 years. Dearly loved sister of Sheila. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Branksome Park, Poole, on Friday 3rd May at 2.15pm, followed by Committal in the Churchyard. Family…

19th April 2019