Usman Khan: Profile of a Killer

[ad_1] Usman Khan was deceived, deceptive and dangerous. And on a cold afternoon in November 2019, those three swirling character traits that had surfaced briefly but steadily throughout his adulthood combined in a deadly effect. Much was known and recorded about the deviant behavior of local terrorist Khan before that …

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Dorset Council asks government for help with train cuts

[ad_1] DORSET Council calls for government intervention on cuts to rail services, fearing Dorset’s tourist economy may be derailed by a newly reduced timetable. As reported, the train operator South Western Railway (SWR) has reduced services on the Weymouth-London Waterloo line to just one train per hour. Previously there was …

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Navigation error sends NASA helicopter to Mars

[ad_1] A navigation timing error sent NASA’s small helicopter to Mars on a mad, unstable run – its first major problem since it took to the Martian skies last month. The experimental helicopter, named Ingenuity, managed to land safely, officials from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory reported. The problem occurred about …

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Coronavirus: two new cases confirmed in Dorset

[ad_1] ONLY two people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Dorset, according to the latest figures. The latest government figures show two new cases were recorded in Dorset in the last 24-hour period through Thursday 27 May. No new cases have been recorded in the Dorset Council area. As of …

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Platinum Skies brings communities together

[ad_1] RESIDENTS living in retirement communities in Poole are back with afternoon tea and music. The owners of the Platinum Skies Vista properties in Parkstone and Esprit in downtown Poole enjoyed a variety of events including afternoon tea, a singer, barbecues, fish and chips dinners and tastings of cheeses and …

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No room at the hostel

[ad_1] Brits looking for a last-minute holiday this summer might be out of luck after new research found that on average 90% of holiday accommodation in UK hotspots has already been booked. Although travel restrictions have been relaxed in recent weeks for holidays abroad, the lion’s share (86%) of holidaymakers …

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Weymouth man arrested on suspicion of allotment brawl

[ad_1] A PENSIONER was arrested on suspicion of a fight after apparently ‘brandishing a knife’ against two people on a housing estate in Weymouth. Police were called on Tuesday after the man allegedly threatened people while in possession of a knife in the White Roughet housing estates on Barclay Road. …

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EasyJet launches new routes from Bournemouth Airport

[ad_1] Low-cost airline easyJet is launching two new routes from Bournemouth Airport. The carrier’s inaugural flight to Belfast will take off on Wednesday, May 26, while its first to Edinburgh will depart on Thursday. The announcement comes as one of the airline’s UK bosses has said vaccine passports should not …

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Parkway Farm commercial site expansion plans, Dorchester

[ad_1] More business units are planned at the Duchy of Cornwall’s Parkway Farm business site in Dorchester. The 21 units, between Middle Farm Way and the town bypass, could provide increased employment for the area, if agreed. It is from Jade-Aden Services Ltd, based at Holton Heath Trading Park in …

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Huge fire destroys 16th century thatched cottage in Dorset

[ad_1] Huge fire destroys £ 900,000 thatched 16th-century cottage in Dorset, as wannabes raise £ 2,000 to help family renting National Trust property A fire broke out in a 16th century thatched cottage in the village of Pamphill, Dorset Firefighters said the roof and first floor were completely destroyed The …

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Girl injured near Portland Bill Lighthouse

[ad_1] A YOUNG girl was taken to hospital after falling 10 feet on rocks and reportedly injuring her spine. Portland Coast Guard officers and Wyke Coast Guard rescue teams were called in to assist a child who had fallen near the Portland Bill Lighthouse at 1:16 p.m. yesterday afternoon. The …

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McDonald’s ‘Weymouth Animal Rebellion’ sticker

[ad_1] ANIMAL right protesters put up stickers at McDonald’s in Weymouth amid a day of nationwide blockade in the fast food chain. Animal Rebellion, sister organization of Extinction Rebellion, has blocked four of McDonald’s distribution centers, in a move that protectors say will impact around 1,300 restaurants. The group is …

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Both Dorset areas over three Covid-19 cases

[ad_1] Only two areas in Dorset have reported more than three active coronavirus cases, according to the latest figures. An interactive map, which uses data from Public Health England, shows how many people tested positive for the virus in each region of the county during the seven-day period through Sunday, …

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British ministers ‘have a shocking lack of knowledge about the Northern Ireland protocol’

[ad_1] British ministers have a “shocking” misunderstanding of Northern Ireland’s unique post-Brexit circumstances, a joint session of four Westminster committees has announced. The Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee joined with the Northern Ireland, Scottish and Welsh Affairs Committees to hear testimony on the union capacity of the government. Minister …

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Change of Dorset Council Covid test sites

[ad_1] LOCATIONS for Lateral Flow Device Covid testing in Dorset Council is changing. Free weekly LFD tests are available for Dorset Council residents, but some locations and operating times change for community testing sites. As of Monday, the Wimborne Town Football Club site is no longer available daily, but there …

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Places in Bournemouth and Poole for first-time buyers

[ad_1] The most popular areas of Bournemouth and Poole for first-time buyers have been revealed. Springbourne, East Cliff, Boscombe, Canford Heath and Creekmoor are hot spots for people stepping up the property ladder, according to a local Purplebricks real estate expert. Mark Turk, local property expert for Bournemouth at Purplebricks, …

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Date set for Poole Pirates’ return to Wimborne Road

[ad_1] POOLE Pirates admitted the “great relief” to have finally confirmed a date to ride Wimborne Road again. The Pirates were due to get back on track for a home meeting with the Plymouth Gladiators next week, but that was pushed back. However, following extensive discussions between the club, the …

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Blue flags for BCP Council beaches

[ad_1] MORE blue flags have been awarded to beaches in the BCP Council area than any other UK authority. Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has announced its iconic blue flags and seaside awards to the UK’s best beaches, and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have been confirmed with 23 awards in …

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Dorset among UK’s top holiday destinations

[ad_1] DORSET has been named one of the UK’s Top Holiday Destinations. As Brits plan to vacation in the UK this summer, the country’s beauty spots are becoming busier and more sought after than ever before. National holidays are more popular than ever, increasing competition with holidaymakers who want to …

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Development of Cheshire: Poole and the surrounding area

[ad_1] Pictured above: Poole Hill Road, Poole. Image credit: Google Street View Submitted by David Norbury The following decisions regarding accommodation applications were recently announced: Poole The prospect of a traditional-style shepherd’s hut to provide holiday accommodation in the countryside in Poole, Cheshire, has sparked objection. The feature film was …

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Condor Ferries announces its summer schedule

[ad_1] Condor Voyager in dry dock in Cherbourg. Photo: Condor Ferries (30824987) The company’s summer schedule – which starts from Friday July 2 – aims to provide capacity at peak times on weekends and a lower crossing frequency on weekdays. Its high-speed crossings, which will be operated by the Condor …

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Japanese knotweed hotspots in Dorset

[ad_1] The famous Japanese knotweed is known to be Britain’s most invasive plant and has just emerged from hibernation. Japanese knotweed has a bad reputation among horticulturalists and homeowners, as this incredibly invasive plant can damage property and land beyond recognition. The zombie-like plant can grow a whopping four inches …

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David Cameron and Lex Greensill to appear before MPs

[ad_1] Former Prime Minister David Cameron and financier Lex Greensill are due to appear before MPs next week amid a lobbying controversy. Mr. Greensill will take questions from the Treasury Committee next Tuesday, and Mr. Cameron will follow on Thursday, as part of the Greensill Capital Lessons Investigation. Ties between …

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No change in senior roles in Dorset Council

[ad_1] NO change at the top for Dorset Council – primary council roles are to all remain the same for another year. The annual board meeting, held Tuesday night, voted to return the entire Tory Cabinet – with Chairman Val Pothecary and Vice Chairman Mike Parkes. Cllr Spencer Flower, who …

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Letter to the Editor: Sponsor a Nurse

[ad_1] As a Clinical Nurse Specialist on the Breast Cancer Now helpline, I hear daily how the pandemic is affecting those affected by breast cancer, whether it’s suspending or canceling treatments or wait longer for vital breast screening. Due to the disruption caused by the pandemic, Breast Cancer Now has …

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What the Newspaper Say – May 7

[ad_1] The dispute in Jersey over fishing rights and positive economic developments are making headlines today. The sun applauds the navy when they see the demonstration around the main port of the Channel Island, St Helier, under the title “Take sprat” on the theme of fish. Tomorrow’s headline: Two Royal …

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How the Dorset brewery went green with its unsold beers

[ad_1] As pubs were closed across the UK, thousands of gallons of beer that had already been brewed passed their expiration date – meaning in many cases they were simply thrown away. But independent regional brewer Hall & Woodhouse has found a more sustainable solution to what to do with …

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Bridport woman kicked police officer

[ad_1] A WOMAN kicked a police officer after being arrested for spitting in a man’s face, a court has heard. Hephizibah Elspeth Watts, 29, confronted a group of people in Beaminster on New Years Day, where she coughed in their face and spat in the face of one of the …

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Gillingham carnival canceled after ‘careful consideration’

[ad_1] The GILLINGHAM carnival will not take place this year after a “careful consideration” by its committee. Carnival, scheduled to take place on Saturday 9 October, is an annual event that sees carts and entertainers line the streets of Dorset town along with a funfair, children’s procession and duck race. …

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Parade of Sunseeker Yachts at the Bournemouth Air Festival

[ad_1] LUXURY boatbuilder Sunseeker is working on creating an official ‘parade’ of its new and classic yachts, as part of this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival. The Poole Company invites homeowners to participate and join what they hope will be the largest number of Sunseekers in history. This follows Sunseeker’s inaugural …

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Opelika approves arrangement for police program and I

[ad_1] By Michelle KeyEditor Opelika City Council and Mayor Gary Fuller discussed a letter of arrangement with Critical Insights Consulting, LLC for OPD’s strategic initiative at Tuesday night’s council meeting. Ward 5 Councilor Todd Rauch said he believed this was just another step in the right direction for Opelika’s future. …

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