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Two men arrested after police seize large samurai swords in West Howe
TWO large samurai swords discovered by police in West Howe Two men have been arrested following a police response to reports of disorder in West Howe. Officers from Yellow Squad Response, based at Winton Police Station, attended an incident at
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Children in Crisis: How the pandemic impacted education in Dorset
As pupils return to schools for the new academic year, we look at the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on children in Dorset. The first story of this three-part series looked at children in poverty. This is the second piece, which investigates
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Parking app QR code scam warning for drivers
Drivers are being warned of scammers hijacking promotions for parking apps to trick victims into setting up recurring payments. Consumer experts Which? have highlighted the risk, which targets victims with misleading adverts and encourages them
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How to tell if you have Covid, the flu or a common cold according to experts
You might immediately think you've got a cold when you've got a sore throat or a high temperature. But sometimes what you think could be a cold may be the flu or COVID-19, so it's best to check your symptoms. Experts at Pharamcy2U have shared
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'Enjoyment is now a bad word'
I FIND it very hard to envisage Ian Hawkridge’s “dense swirling vortex of terrified screaming birds of every kind” (Letters, 11 September) because of the Air Festival. Having seen real swirling vortexes of bats at dusk in Sri Lanka, and similar
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Bournemouth Odeon to screen full-length Sabaton concert film
HEAVY metal rock band Sabaton will air its full-length concert film at the Odeon in Bournemouth this October. For one night only on October 11, Sabaton: The Tour To End All Tours will screen at the Odeon in Bournemouth. The biggest heavy metal
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Best spots for a sumptuous roast dinner in Dorset according to our readers
The roast dinner is a classic British dish that many enjoy going out for, with many establishments around Dorset offering a quality version of it. However, due to the stacked choices around the county, it might be tricky to pick out one to go to
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Indian restaurant scoops top award
AN ESTABLISHED Indian restaurant chain is celebrating after scooping an award. Indi’s, which has branches in Seamoor Road, Westbourne, and Station Road, Ashley Cross, has been crowed most authentic Indian restaurant 2024 in southern England.
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Dorset holiday cottage company honoured for 'outstanding' service
A family business is delighted after winning a prestigious award for its "world class" customer service. The VisitEngland ROSE (Recognition Of Service Excellence) Awards aim to showcase accommodation providers that provide visitors with the warmest
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Calls for the DWP Christmas bonus to be boosted to more than £100
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing calls to increase its annual Christmas bonus from £10 to more than £100. The bonus, usually paid in the first week of December, is a tax-free £10 payment made to people on certain benefits.
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Indian restaurant told to improve by hygiene inspectors
A NUMBER of cafés, pubs, restaurants and takeaways across Dorset and the New Forest have been handed new food hygiene ratings recently. Each week, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) inspects businesses across the country, assessing hygiene and safety
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Full line-up for Bournemouth's Arts by the Sea festival revealed
THE full line-up for Arts by the Sea festival 2024 has been announced with exhibitions set to be themed on taste. The year's festival has been billed as a 'feast for the senses' as it aims to blend visual art, music, dance, installations and performances
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Burton and Winkton Parish Council prepare neighbourhood plan
BURTON and Winkton Parish Council have prepared a draft neighbourhood plan and have begun to seek pre-submission comments. As part of pre-submission plans, the parish council has begun to look for comments from people who live, work, and carry
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Council eco hub sold just £2.9k of vegan food during three seasons
DURLEY Chine’s environmental hub made £12,000 in eight months including the summer months, a new report has shown. Sales figures for the controversial £2.4m ‘eco hub’ on the seafront show £2,953 was taken in for vegan products and £9,060 for meat
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Nearly 300 people turned away from polling booths in BCP
NEARLY 300 people were turned away at the polling stations covering the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area for this summer’s general election. Newly published figures from the Electoral Commission show 285 people had to be turned away from
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The popular town centre pub celebrating its 30th year
A STAPLE of Bournemouth recently celebrating its 30th year in the town centre is Pub of the Week. Known for its affordable prices and fast service, The Moon in The Square is undoubtedly a popular spot for residents and tourists. Pub manager
