The Bournemouth One News Centre

All the news you need for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with travel information and national headlines.

• Two charged after Ferndown drugs raids

  Two men have been charged after police carried out coordinated drugs warrants in the Ferndown area. Officers searched two addresses in Longham and found over one hundred suspected cannabis plants. A thirty eight year old and a twenty seven year old are due in court. Police say information from the public helped lead to the action.

• Westbourne motor show returns this May

  Westbourne Motor Show is returning this May with an expanded layout across the high street. Poole Road will be closed alongside Seamoor Road to make space for more vehicles on display. Visitors can expect a mix of racing cars and classic models, with shops and cafes open throughout the day. Organisers say more details will be released in the coming weeks.

• BCP Council sets £457m budget for year

  BCP Council has agreed its budget for the coming year, setting spending at nearly one billion pounds. Council tax will rise by six point seven per cent, helping raise over three hundred million pounds locally. Most funding will go towards adult social care and support for vulnerable children. Money is also set aside for services like waste collection, transport and maintaining public spaces. Additional charges will appear on bills this year for new town councils, as well as police and fire services.

• 18-year-old motorcyclist seriously injured

  An eighteen year old motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a serious crash on Hurn Road in East Dorset. The collision involved a white KTM motorcycle and happened on Saturday afternoon between Avon Avenue and Avon Castle Road. Police say the rider’s injuries are believed to be potentially life threatening and his family has been informed. The road remains closed while enquiries continue, and officers are asking witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

• Bournemouth beat Arsenal with late goal

  Bournemouth have secured a two one win away at Arsenal after a late goal settled the match. They took the lead in the first half before Arsenal equalised from the penalty spot. The decisive moment came in the second half when Alex Scott scored from close range. Arsenal pushed late on but Bournemouth held firm under pressure. It is a strong away result against one of the league’s top sides.