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Haircut One Hundred to perform in Poole for first time in 44 years

Haircut One Hundred to perform in Poole for first time in 44 years

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Housebuilder hosting weekend of events to find buyers

The sales team will be on hand to offer advice on a range of deals and packages for all types of buyers.

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Hampshire County Council urges people to quit smoking this October

Hampshire County Council urges residents to quit smoking this Stoptober with free support from Smokefree Hampshire. Sign up for expert help to quit today.

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Bournemouth MP expresses support for new mental health bill

Labour MP Tom Hayes backs government's mental health bill to boost autism and learning disability care, end police cell use.

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Girls who prevented nature reserve fire from endangering property commended

Two girls who found and alerted emergency services of a fire at a nature reserve were commended for their actions.

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'Standing concert goer ruined my view'

I went to the recent Bournemouth Pavilion gig to see Level 42 and support act Roachford and his band.

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School launches new T Level course in September 2026

Students will be prepared for a range of roles in the tech industry.

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Alpacas visit care home for 'wonderful experience'

Alpacas Caramac and Liquorice delight residents at Barchester’s Upton Bay care home in Hamworthy, thanks to Alpaca Adventure.

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Francesco Hair Salons crowns winners of business awards

Francesco Hair Salon Business Awards 2025: Southern stylists from Ringwood, Ferndown, Lilliput and Christchurch recognised for excellence in UK hairdressing.

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Talk to highlight 'vital' role women played in world wars

Discover Dr Vivien Newman's talk at The Tank Museum on women’s vital roles in WWII and WWI. Part of the 2025 Women in Warfare half-term events.

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Property firm promotes employee to director-level position

A property firm has promoted an employee to a new director-level position.

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8 places in Dorset named among the best to live in the UK for 2026

Muddy Stilettos' best places to live list for 2026 has included the likes of Bridport, Canford Cliffs and Southbourne

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'It is imperative devastating crimes are not glamorised to young people'

Today I would like to talk more about the work taking place to help young people in Dorset.

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One in 10 people in South West scammed in past year

An elderly woman stands indoors, looking thoughtfully out of a window with a hand resting on the frame, dressed in a grey patterned top

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Westlife's 25th anniversary concert to be shown in Poole cinema

Westlife’s 25th-anniversary concert with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall hits 400+ UK & Ireland cinemas from 29 November. Tickets out now.

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Campaign launched to tackle rise in shoplifting and retail crime

Co-ordinated raids on retail outlets are said to be clearing shelves of products, which are then sold online or through other channels.

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More than £1.4m available for community projects in BCP

In July, more than £950,000 was allocated to 60 community projects across Bournemouth and Poole.

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The Puppini Sisters are set to perform in Wimborne

The Puppini Sisters 2026 UK tour, including Wimbourne Tivoli, to mark 20 years with new album ‘The Birthday Party’. Dates, venues.

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Airbnb launches £1 million fund to support UK tourism

Airbnb is launching a £1 million 'Best of British' fund to back hospitality and boost local tourism.

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Charity launches advice sessions for parents of disabled children

They also provide a platform to connect with other parents and carers experiencing similar challenges.