POOR Kate Winslet. Horrid people keep saying nasty things about her, like she’s... and readers of a sensitive disposition are advised to look away now... middle class! How dare they! What a vile slur upon a privately-educated humble actress
MOUTHWATERING offerings are being promised to foodie fans visiting the international food market in Christchurch this weekend. The bountiful market kicks off this year’s Echo-backed Christchurch Food and Wine Festival, which runs from Friday with the
BEN Dyson plundered a stunning century as Poole Town got their 2009 Dorset Premier League campaign off to a flying start against Weymouth. Dyson’s majestic 118 set the tone for a one-sided encounter, with Kristian Wilson (21), Ben Edgehill
POOLE Borough boss Paul Harding is determined to win the race for second place after his 10-men triumphed 3-2 at Sturminster Newton on Saturday. Despite dominating the opening exchanges heavily, the Hornets went 1-0 down after skipper Ross
A PILATES class for old folk has started at Blandford’s Knees Up group. Two “clinical” classes, led by a qualified instructor, are held at the group’s headquarters on Common Lane, behind M and Co on East Street. For more information, call 01258 452643
BLANDFORD’S Rotarians are celebrating the success of their contribution to National Stroke Awareness Day. The big-hearted volunteers recently organised free blood pressure checks for passers-by in the centre of town. About 100 people were tested
IT WAS almost as if we had been transported back to wartime days. That was the view of those attending the unveiling of a roll of honour to 92 servicemen and women stationed at RAF Ibsley during the Second World War who lost their lives.
A RED-FACED golfer had to be rescued after he sank up to his waist in mud when he tried to recover his ball from a drained lake. Terry Harnett, 68, was playing the fifth hole at Barton on Sea Golf Club when he chipped his ball on to the bed of the hazard
SHOWBIZ legend Tom Jones is returning to Bournemouth as part of a full UK tour in October. The hitmaking hero has lined up a date in the BIC’s Windsor Hall and staff will be expecting lengthy queues before tickets go on sale on Friday at
Southbourne man Chris sent us this video, which he thinks could be of a UFO. Mysterious lights are often seen over the town, but they usually turn out to be Chinese Lanterns or the SBS on late night training. Did you see these lights? Email
A hapless golfer had to be rescued after he sank up to his waist in mud when he tried to recover his ball from a drained lake. Terry Harnett, 68, was playing the fifth hole at Barton on Sea Golf Club when he chipped his ball onto the bed of
A MAN cheated death when he plunged 150ft down a cliff at Durdle Door. The Polish man, who was with a friend at the time of the incident just before 6pm last night, was airlifted to hospital with broken ribs and a suspected broken leg.
SUREFIRE party starters Kid Creole & the Coconuts have just been confirmed as Friday night headliners for Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle from July 24-26, joining the likes of Dorset singer-songwriter PJ Harvey and Will Young on the bill. Led by the
TODAY it is one of the most sought after corners of Britain but back in 1896 the only buildings on the Sandbanks peninsula were a couple of hotels and a handful of homes. The original Haven Hotel was built in 1887 but it underwent significant
A RAFT of measures has been brought in to tackle complaints about Big Issue sellers in Bournemouth town centre. Managers covering the town say the initiatives aim to prevent and tackle breaches in the code of conduct and to identify those acting antisocially
IT was standing room only at a packed public meeting of disgruntled beach hut owners in Bournemouth. More than 200 people turned up to the meeting at the Grange Hotel in Southbourne and others had to be turned away because of lack of room. The meeting
If, as is claimed in the introductory blurb to BBC TV’s The Apprentice, the candidates are the brightest and best of Britain’s young business prospects, I don’t hold out much hope for the future. Why would any self-respecting businessman, let alone one
The honey bee is one of the most useful creatures on Earth, pollinating a third of all we eat and providing more than 50 per cent of pollination of wild plants, on which birds and mammals depend. However, over the last few years bee numbers have been
DESPITE being commonly regarded as a fruit, rhubarb is actually a close relative of garden sorrel, and is therefore a member of the vegetable family. Rhubarb is an extremely versatile ingredient. Its crisp, sour stalks are rich in vitamin C, dietary
THIS Saturday the highly anticipated Christchurch Food and Wine Festival will be kicking off in the town. The Mayor of Christchurch will open the event, which will be attended by celebrity chefs Lesley Waters and Gary Rhodes. Now in
Once deemed very unfashionable, Rosé is once again the coolest thing to be drinking – especially on warm days like the ones we’ve been having recently. They’re also a surprisingly good match for food. Joyful and attractive to look at, these wines
COINCIDING with the 10th annual Christchurch Food and Wine Festival, the Captain’s Club Hotel in Dorset has devised a weekend of culinary treats like no other. Their two-night VIP package includes luxury river-facing accommodation on Friday
As a parent of a pupil of the school involved in this probe I would like to applaud your attitude to this situation (School probes YouTube brawl, Daily Echo, May 1). Neil Butterworth’s summery of his reasons for publishing makes the point perfectly.
There has been a lot of correspondence in the Echo regarding the proposed siting of Poole Town Football Club at Branksome. There are 42 well paid councillors across the town to bring the views of residents to the council. One councillor in Branksome
I’ve recently received my official poll card for the European Parliament election and am somewhat bemused by the instructions for locating my polling station. The correct address and post code – BH9 1RN – are given but the accompanying map
In September, Parkstone Sea Cadets will be 70 years old. We are organising a reunion for all ex Parkstone Sea Cadets and members of staff to help us celebrate this special occasion as we are hoping to hold a 70th anniversary evening at the unit on Saturday
I would like to thank the Daily Echo for bringing customers into my ladies’ wear shop offering their commiserations at my reported demise. Following the publication of a public notice in the April 27 edition of the Daily Echo regarding the death of a
We cannot believe that in today’s society, which strives to promote a healthier lifestyle and encourages families to exercise more, that the powers-that be want to take any piece of public open space they possibly can for develop-ment (Green Lane play
ON a Sunday afternoon there’s nothing like a relaxing lunch. And with its chilled atmosphere, peaceful location and varied menu, the Boathouse at Christchurch Quay is the perfect place to while away a couple of hours. The restaurant,
A CORONER raised “concerns'” about mine clearance after Ferndown Royal Marine John Thornton was killed by a makeshift explosive device that two metal detectors failed to find. Lieutenant Thornton, 22, and Marine David Marsh, 23, of Norton Fitzwarren,
THIS Saturday, a large group of men who have entered the sixth decade of their lives will gather in a school hall in Manchester. It will not necessarily be a pretty sight, but it will be a night filled with memories, most of them receding as
GUTSY Penn Hill running ace Steven Way finished the London Marathon with a suspected broken leg. Despite the pain, the Bournemouth Athletic Club star showed true grit to finish an impressive 28th from a field of 35,000. He was the fastest
Twenty-two play areas out of 48 in Poole are to benefit from more than £1 million of improvements. Borough of Poole has published a list of the 11 play areas that will be improved in 2009/10 and a further 11 in 2010/11 with between £30,000 and £80,000
BEACH-goers may be jostling for space along Bournemouth’s sandy shores this summer, as the met office promises a scorcher. After two washout summers, the hot weather is predicted to return this year, and if this bank holiday weekend is anything
NEVER has the arrival of a council officer proved so contentious. Manjeet Gill may have only begun work at Bournemouth Town Hall last week but the merits of her job (or “non job” as the Taxpayers’ Alliance would have it) have dominated the
PIRATES team manager Neil Middleditch admitted he has faith in struggling Daniel Davidsson to pull his rapidly deteriorating form around. The Swedish rider began the season on fire, culminating in a stylish 12-point, four-heat winning performance in
A CONTROVERSIAL euthanasia campaigner dubbed Dr Death has pledged to continue his plans to hold a suicide workshop at a Bournemouth hotel tomorrow after being allowed into the UK. Australian Dr Philip Nitschke and his partner Fiona Short were
POP-UP urinals could be installed along a night club strip in Bournemouth town centre as part of a review of public toilets. A charge of around 20p could also be introduced for toilets in “strategic locations” which would raise around £40,000 for Bournemouth
I PASSED a Big Issue seller in Bournemouth Square today. He asked me if I wanted to buy one. I didn’t. So he said, “Have a good day.” And some people, it seems, find that a problem. They think it sarcastic. How odd. I take people as I find them and
A ‘DESPICABLE’ burglar who preyed on elderly and disabled residents has been jailed for eight years. Dean Bennett tricked his way into the homes of vulnerable people, including 14 homes in Dorset, and helped himself to £7,290 in cash. Bennett, 28, of
I am amazed to see that former councillor Bernard Ewart, who should know better, is still perpetuating the myth that Poole Council was responsible for PTFC having to leave the stadium (Have Your Say, May 1). Chris Reeves, vice-chairman of the football
CHERRIES’ plans for next season have been given a major boost by the news that mercurial forward Brett Pitman intends to continue his blossoming career at Dean Court. The 21-year-old striker finished the League Two campaign with a flourish – and took
THE players have kept their side of the bargain – now it’s up to those in and around the boardroom to secure Cherries’ future. For far too long, a dark shadow has loomed over Dean Court, as off-field problems have continued to undermine the
POOLE need to avoid defeat against Belle Vue today so they don’t set an embarrassing and unwelcome new club record. If the struggling Dorset side lose for a third successive time at home it will also be their ninth Elite League reverse in a row. That
HAMWORTHY United boss Phil Simkin ruled key players out of today’s Wessex League Cup final – but still insisted his side could shock VT FC. Hammers go into the showpiece fixture at Fawcett’s Field (3pm) as big underdogs, with VT expected to lift the
IT WAS included in the pack of the greatest American films given by President Obama to Gordon Brown on his recent White House visit. The Library of Congress has deemed it ‘culturally significant’’ and it is believed to be the most watched movie
