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US 'monitoring' Bournemouth campaigner's buffer zone case

A woman who is being prosecuted for the alleged breach of a “buffer zone” outside a Bournemouth abortion clinic has said she is “grateful” after the US State Department expressed concern over the case.

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First baby born at new BEACH Building following closure of St Mary's

The BEACH Building is part of a broader strategy to consolidate emergency services at the RBH.

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‘Town Hall Rich List’ reveals BCP Council’s top earners

A TOTAL of 19 BCP Council staff members earn more than £100,000, according to the Taxpayers’ Alliance Town Hall Rich List.

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Nationwide is offering a £175 bonus to customers, but you need to apply quickly

Want £175? Nationwide gives switchers a bonus to join, but the offer ends tonight. There's still chance to grab a bonus - if you're quick

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April Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?

National Savings and Investments have announced the April 2025 Premium Bond winners. See if you've won big.

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HMRC Stamp Duty changes from April 1: Everything you need to know

Buyers are braced for extra costs as stamp duty discounts shrink from tomorrow, April 1, adding thousands to purchase costs

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Man comes forward after image appeal following attempted burglary

A man has come forward following an image appeal in relation to a reported attempted burglary at a home in Bournemouth.

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Offshore wind farm 'would boost economy by £300 million and create 320 jobs'

Up to £300 million could be brought to the local economy on Portland if a proposed offshore wind farm goes ahead

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'Persistent' soldier drove teen girl to park and sexually assaulted her, jury told

Soldier Alan Rai is accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl at a Hampshire park.

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Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre in hospital after a 'serious accident'

Virginia Giuffre, who has a sexual assault lawsuit against Prince Andrew, is in the hospital following a 'serious accident'.

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Man's death near Bournemouth Pier 'not suspicious'

The death of a man aged in his 20s in Bournemouth is not being treated as suspicious, police have said.

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Plans to introduce parking charges at beauty spots could go ahead without support

Plans to introduce parking charges in car parks in the New Forest have been met with backlash.

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£65m hotel revamp rejection 'a blow to the local economy'

The business which has seen its £65-million-plus investment plans for the Knoll House Hotel at Studland rejected say the decision is a blow to the local economy.

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Stargazers treated to dazzling Milky Way display from popular beauty spot

Astronomy enthusiasts were treated to a glimpse of the Milky Way while gazing from the Dorset coastline, with one lucky photographer capturing the moment the stars rose over Durdle Door.

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Moors Valley reopens after woodland fire

People are being urged to stay away from Moors Valley after a woodland fire on Monday with the site staying closed

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Urgent appeal to find man missing while visiting Swanage

An urgent appeal has been launched to find a man who has gone missing while visiting Swanage on holiday.  

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April subscriber prizes: Easter treats, golf break and festival tickets up for grabs

Subscribers are in with a chance of winning a range of seasonal prizes this April, from handcrafted chocolate selections and golf experiences to music festival tickets.

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Bournemouth pair to run London Marathon for children's charity

The pair have previously participated in the Bournemouth Half Marathon together for the NSPCC.

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School praised for 'outstanding leadership and management'

The inspection report commends the school's "high expectations" for pupil achievement and personal development.

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Activists protest at Poole Quay marking oil spill anniversary

The demonstrators were protesting against French oil company Perenco, who were responsible for the oil spill two years ago.