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Superyacht 'with $200m price tag' arrives in Poole Harbour
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (216+ words) ANOTHER superyacht with a reported price tag of $200m has been turning heads in Poole this morning. Netto II arrived at Poole Harbour shortly at around 9. 15am after departing the port of'Vlissingen Stad in the Netherlands the previous day. It is reportedly…...
New Forest lido perfect for 'energetic family days out' named among UK's best
2+ min ago (375+ words) A New Forest lido that is perfect for "energetic family days out" has been named among the UK's most refreshing. Lymington Sea Water Baths was included alongside 24 others in a list from Country Living. Discussing the article, the publication shared:…...
Vikki Slade urging Government to 'unlock Dorset's potential"
7+ hour, 57+ min ago (223+ words) A Dorset MP is urging the Government to unlock Dorset's green energy potential. Vikki Slade, the Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, said the government should appoint a ministerial advocate for the south west in energy security....
Nigel Farage claims Britain is a "two tier state against white people
2+ hour, 1+ min ago (613+ words) Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has said he would evict all foreign nationals from social housing if the party was in power, claiming Britain is currently a "two tier state against white people. Writing in his first Substack essay, published…...
Russian shadow fleet vessel anchored off Dorset after Royal Marine operation
2+ hour, 52+ min ago (311+ words) A Russian shadow fleet vessel intercepted by Royal Marine commandos is now moored off the coast at Weymouth. The British armed forces intercepted a the vessel in the Channel in the early hours of Sunday, the prime minister said. The…...
Historic riverside hotel celebrates 50th anniversary
5+ hour, 3+ min ago (264+ words) A historic riverside hotel in Dorset is celebrating 50 years since it first open its doors to guests. Nestled on the banks of the River Frome, The Priory in Wareham marked the remarkable milestone with a special garden party attended by…...
Popular bagel shop praises 'teamwork' as two year anniversary approaches
12+ hour, 57+ min ago (470+ words) A CAFE specialising in fresh bagels and coffee has been named Trader of the Week just days before its second anniversary. Bagels by Soho, located on Holdenhurst Road in Lansdowne, is set to celebrate two years of serving moreish bagels…...
Road works to cause delays across the BCP area this week
7+ hour, 7+ min ago (1578+ words) DRIVERS in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole should brace for significant road closures as essential road works taking place from Monday, June 15 to Sunday, June 21 are set to cause delays on various roads across the BCP area this week. Ashley Road…...
Bus operator offering discounted travel on Clean Air Day next week
7+ hour, 43+ min ago (271+ words) Bus operator Morebus is offering discounted travel to encourage drivers to switch to public transport. To mark Clean Air Day on Thursday, June 18, the company is offering 10 per cent off Dayrider tickets in a bid to reduce car journeys and…...
14 caterpillars you can spot around Dorset and when you can see them
8+ hour, 52+ min ago (910+ words) Dorset is home to an abundance of different wildlife, including several species of caterpillar. The insect is the larval stage of a moth or butterfly, and is distinctive for its long, worm-like body with six true legs. Caterpillars can look…...