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Dorset fire announce eight stations have been put at risk of closure.

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BREAKING NEWS: Dorset Fire Stations announce stations at risk of closure
Eight fires stations across Dorset and Wiltshire have been announced to be at risk of closures. This follows on from heavy financial pressures
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January 23, 2026 at 2:54 PM
A charity based in Bournemouth are doing their part to help people’s wellbeing.

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How CAN are using leaflets to support the community
A charity based in Bournemouth are doing their part to help peoples wellbeing throughout Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.  CAN, otherwise known as the Community Action Network, is an umbrella infr...
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January 23, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Camp Bestival announced 2026 lineup this morning!

Their lineup includes acts such as ‘Bastille’ and ‘Fat boy slim’

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Camp Bestival 2026 lineup announced Camp Bestival lineup
Camp Bestival Lineup including their headline acts have officially been announced today.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:17 AM
It’s cervical cancer prevention week!

19th-26th January is a week to raise awareness about cervical cancer!

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A preventable cancer: Why Cervical Cancer Prevention Week matters Why cervical cancer prevention week matters
Its cervical cancer prevention week this week (19th-26th January) and as its the most preventable type of cancer, its important to get screening.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:13 AM
The Samee project aids those with learning disabilities to go into the world of self-employment.

The main aim for the Samee Charity is to open a third location for their interns.

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Samee Charity aims to open new location for their SEN interns
The Samee Charity that help[s individuals with learning difficulties is aiming to open up new location.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Dorset Council plan to lower energy bills.

The plan consists of spending £700,000 to use solar panels for council buildings instead.

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Dorset Council announces plan to lower energy bills
Dorset Council will consider a £2 million boost to cut energy bills and carbon emissions with a plan to cut streetlights.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:18 PM
A safe space created for local mobility shops in Dorset.

Kevin Smith shares his story after sustaining a spinal injury at 16 years old and finding a purpose to ensure there’s local help for wheelchair users.

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Wheelchair assessor creates a space for local mobility shops in Dorset Wheelchair assessor created a space for local mobility shops in Dorset
A local man started his own business to help wheelchair users in Dorset after an accident left him paralysed.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:36 AM
There has been a number of national petitions to cite business rates by 20%.

Many restoration owners have barred MPs from attending their venues.

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January 22, 2026 at 9:32 AM
Diverse Abilities have started a new fundraiser, encouraging adults to have fun on their softplay in order to raise money. The charity provides help for adults and children with both physical and mental disabilities.
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Diverse Abilities launch new adult soft play fundraiser
Diverse Abilities are launching a new fundraiser inviting adults to use the soft play area in order to raise money
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January 21, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Dorset Police have put out an appeal for information regarding the burglary that occurred on December 28th at Hotel Celebrity, Bournemouth. They are asking for anyone with information to contact them. More information, and contact details, can be found here: buzz.bournemouth.ac.uk/2026/01/dors...
Dorset Police release an image appeal following burglary
Dorset Police release an image of man they would like to speak to in relation to a burglary that occurred at Hotel in Bournemouth.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Boscombe Foodbank have started their new initiative, where they will be providing safety for women involved in domestic violence and education for children. Read the full story here: buzz.bournemouth.ac.uk/2026/01/the-...
The Pantry Boscombe provides education amidst cost of living crisis.
The team behind The Pantry in Boscombe are providing education for those still struggling following the cost of living crisis.
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January 21, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Bournemouth Vitality Stadium expansion raises light pollution concerns

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January 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM
When education takes a stand
The voices behind the Bournemouth and Poole College strikes

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When education takes a stand
The voices behind the Bournemouth and Poole College Strikes, a feature
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January 16, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Match racing's king: Lymington’s sailor extends record championship reign in Shenzhen.

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Lymington’s sailor extends record championship reign in Shenzhen
Ian Williams, aged 48, won the World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) final in Shenzhen.Williams has never been one for loud statements, once described as “one of the greatest sailors
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January 16, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Council ramp up action on online sales of age-restricted products

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Council ramp up action on online sales of age-restricted products
Dorset Council have announced they are cracking down on underage sales of products and knife crime figures have fallen.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Running together: How Bournemouth’s run clubs are building community

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Running together: How Bournemouth’s run clubs are building community

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January 16, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Dorset Demons: spearheading wheelchair basketball in Dorset.

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Dorset Demons: Wheelchair basketball at heart of Dorset
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January 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM
All four local Southern League Premier South sides are in league action this weekend.

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Southern League Premier South preview
All four local Southern League Premier South sides are in league action this weekend.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:14 PM
AFC Bournemouth have submitted a £27.75 million offer for 19-year-old Vasco da Gama’s Rayan.

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AFC Bournemouth submit bid for highly rated Brazilian teenager
AFC Bournemouth have submitted a £27.75 million offer for 19-year-old Vasco da Gama's Rayan. The Brazilian teenager is highly rated, with several other European clubs interested, as well as the Cherri...
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January 16, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Unbeaten Bournemouth RFC travel to Old Tiffinians tomorrow for a game in the Regional 2 South Central Division.

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Bournemouth Rugby Club head to Old Tiffinians
Unbeaten and top of the league Bournemouth RFC travel to 3rd place Old Tiffinians tomorrow for a game in the Regional 2 South Central Division.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:48 AM
The 92. 92 teams, 92 different grounds and 92 different stories.

Poole Town are not members of the 92, but members of Poole Town, are aiming to go to all 92, yes, all 92 grounds in England's top four football leagues.

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Poole Town's Kitmen aiming to complete the 92
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January 16, 2026 at 10:37 AM
With the new season of Speedway right around the corner, fans of the sport are beginning to get excited, but is their team in danger of closing down?

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Speedway - A call for Change?
With the new season of Speedway right around the corner, fans of the sport are beginning to get excited, but is their team in danger of closing down?
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January 16, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Andoni Iraola has said Brighton & Hove Albion have a “very good squad” ahead of their Premier League clash on Monday night.

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Andoni Iraola looks ahead to Brighton test
Andoni Iraola has said Brighton & Hove Albion have a "very good squad" ahead of their Premier League clash on Monday night.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:17 AM
The fast fashion disconnect: Why we know better but don't shop better

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The fast fashion disconnect
Why we know better but don't shop better. A deeper dive into clothes sustainability. Fast fashion versus slow fashion, an analysis.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:16 AM