Archive - Friday, 13 December 2019

GRAHAM TUBBS
TUBBS Graham Sadly passed away on 6th December 2019 at Magna Care Centre, aged 65. Much loved husband of Elaine, a heart of gold, always ready to help everyone. Taken far too soon, but nobody can take away my precious memories of our time together.…
Jackson & Craig RANDALL
Happy 30th Boys. Jackson & Craig So proud of you both. Lots of love Mum, Joe and all your family. xxx
GRAHAM TUBBS
TUBBS Graham 6th December 2019 A brilliant Son-In-Law, Uncle, Brother-In-Law and friend. You were the brightest star, who lit up all our lives with your patience, big warm smile, helping hand and a joke to make us smile. We don't have a lot of smiles at…
SHEILA HANNAM
HANNAM Sheila Sheila died peacefully on 7th December after a short illness, aged 81 years. Along with her husband, Merv, they founded Merv Hannam Car Sales in 1966. Dearly loved wife of Merv, Mum of Ashley and to Colette and Nanny of Alicia and Chloe.…
tom CHEESMAN
CHEESMAN Tom Remembering a dear Husband, Dad and Grandad, sadly missed by his family xx
Barbara Carr
CARR Barbara Dearly beloved Wife of Owen (Hank). Loving Sister to Jean, Pam and Bill. Wonderful Mum to Adrian and adored Grandma of James and Louise. Passed peacefully away 30th November 2019, aged 93 years. Will be greatly missed by all family and…
MARGARET SAMUEL
SAMUEL Margaret 'Peggy' On the 5th December 2019, aged 95 years, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and friend to many. Funeral service at…
DOREEN CAINES
CAINES Doreen Elizabeth Ann Passed away peacefully at Wordsworth House Care Home, Swanage on Wednesday 4th December 2019, aged 92 years. Formerly of Poole. Beloved Mother to Reginald, Robert and Ann, Grandmother to Laura and Lauren and Great-Grandmother…
DOROTHY ALFORD
ALFORD (née Ball) Dorothy Elsie Died peacefully on 27th November at Silverways Nursing Home. A much loved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend. Funeral at Bournemouth Crematorium on 19 December at 2 o'clock. Family flowers…
Roy Harris
HARRIS Roy After a life well lived, our father died on 3rd December 2019. Loving husband to Iris, father to Lynda, Rita and Wendy, grandfather and great-grandfather. Service to be held at The Abbey United Reformed Church, Romsey on Wednesday 18th…
ELECTION 2019: All the results from Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch as Conservatives sweep to victory
We'll be bringing you live results for Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch from the BIC as they come in, plus national results and what they mean.
Popular bar could be forced to install noise limiter after 'significant rise in complaints'
A BAR in Ashley Cross could be forced to install a council-approved noise limiter after a “significant” rise in complaints.
Fraud probe at Coastal BID: '£100k disappears' from businesses including the BIC and the Hilton
POLICE have launched a fraud probe after a ‘significant amount of levy payers’ money' from the Bournemouth Coastal Business Improvement District’s coffers could not be traced.
Bournemouth among worst places in the country for pedestrian safety
BOURNEMOUTH is among the worst areas across the country for pedestrians killed or seriously injured.
Three charts which show what's happened in the General Election
Our graphic shows the state of the parties unfolding throughout the night:
'Immediate action required' warning as floods predicted along Dorset river
RESIDENTS living between Wareham and Maiden Newton in West Dorset have this morning been warned to 'take immediate action' over a flood threat.
Man seriously hurt and A35 closes for 'complex recovery' after 18-tonne lorry overturns
A MAN has suffered serious injuries and part of a major road is closed this morning after an 18-tonne tanker overturned in a crash with a car.
“Boris is resonating with the voters and so is his message”
There was to be no upset in Mid Dorset and North Poole by the Liberal Democrat leader of BCP Council, Vikki Slade at the second time of asking.
Christchurch MP pays tribute to 'Team Chope' as he retains safe seat
Despite troubles within his own constituency association and controversy over upskirting, the veteran Tory MP Sir Christopher Chope was more than comfortably returned in one of the safest seats in the country.
'It's a huge honour to serve': Richard Drax retains South Dorset
Richard Drax celebrated an easy victory as he held on to his South Dorset seat.
General Election 2019: The five biggest moments from last night
Whoever describes British politics as dull, has never stayed up overnight to see in a general election.
Force six gale blows out Poole's Lantern Parade
POOLE'S Lantern Parade fell victim to the weather yesterday, as the Environment Agency issued a flood alert for Poole Harbour.
The theatre company taking their show from Bournemouth... to the Himalayas
A THEATRE project will be performing the premiere of its new work in Bournemouth, before taking the production to the Indian Himalayas.
"This gives us our first decent majority since Margaret Thatcher"
THERE was little surprise that both Conservatives MPs in Bournemouth were returned comfortably as the blue tide swept the country.
New Look gets top boss – after a two-year vacancy
THE Dorset-based fashion chain New Look has appointed the former boss of House of Fraser as its new chief executive, after the role remained open for two years.
New workshops will help businesses find an audience
A BUSINESS community that has its roots in Bournemouth and Poole is introducing workshops to help people build loyal audiences.
General Election 2019: Jo Swinson loses East Dunbartonshire seat
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson has lost her Westminster seat to the SNP's Amy Callaghan.
'Let’s not worry about that' – Howe's full focus is on Cherries' December schedule, rather than January transfer window
EDDIE Howe insisted his full focus was on guiding Cherries through a hectic December period rather than worrying about possible transfers in January.
Comfortable Conservative seat retained in New Forest East
THE Tories have secured their seat in New Forest East.
General election 2019: the results for Dorset and the New Forest at a glance
Here are all the results at a glance for Dorset and the New Forest.
Meet assistance dog Henry, a dog with a very special mission
HE MAY not be able to read or write just yet but Henry Thornton is top of the class.
Harry Redknapp gets behind cancer charity's mission to raise £600,000 by end of January
HARRY Redknapp is getting behind a cancer charity's mission to raise £600,000 by the end of January 2020.
In the Dock: Burglar who broke into Urban Garden and tried to raid Tonic Social
BOURNEMOUTH
Sir Desmond Swayne retains his seat in New Forest West
The Conservatives have retained their seat in New Forest West.
'I owe Frank Lampard a lot' – Harry Wilson's respect for former boss ahead of Cherries' Chelsea battle
HARRY Wilson says he owes a debt of gratitude to Chelsea manager Frank Lampard ahead of their Stamford Bridge reunion.
King 'has a chance' of featuring against Chelsea after hamstring injury
MANAGER Eddie Howe revealed Joshua King “has a chance” of making his return for Cherries at Chelsea tomorrow (3pm).
Sick of politics? Five stories to make you forget all about the general election
Sick of election coverage? Then never fear.
Sandi Toksvig to bring her one-woman show to Poole next month
THE hilarious Sandi Toksvig will bring her one-woman show to Lighthouse, Poole's centre for the arts, on Friday, January 17.
Letter to the editor: We don't want the Hunger Hill 'knot' sculpture
I AM writing regarding the article in the Echo of December 11 regarding the statue at the Hunger Hill roundabout.
Adam Smith to avoid operation on ankle injury
MANAGER Eddie Howe revealed Adam Smith looked set to avoid an operation on an ankle problem -but would still miss the hectic festive period.
Picture of the Day: Do you remember Ashley Cross in 1975?
Looking back at Ashley Cross circa1975, showing the junction of Commercial Road and Station Road and the very prominent Handyman shop on the corner. Photograph from the Grahame Austin Collection
Jeremy Corbyn 'won't lead the Labour Party into another general election'
Jeremy Corbyn has described the 2019 General Election outcome as "very disappointing" and said he will not lead the party in any future election campaign.
This is what the front pages of the national papers look like today
Most of Friday’s front pages welcome the General Election result.

12th December 2019