HUNDREDS of concert-goers have demanded a refund after organisers of an upcoming Michael Bublé performance imposed strict standing only rules.

VOWS to rebuild the Mudeford church all but destroyed by a large fire have been made by its warden, who says support since the incident has been “phenomenal”.

EMERGENCY services were called out to a fatal fire in the New Forest on Saturday.

Weather, traffic and travel updates for BCP and Dorset ahead of heatwave

A DRUNK man lay down in the street “in protest” outside a Bournemouth hotel on Saturday evening.

CALLS have been made to improve public transport connections between Bournemouth Airport and the town centre – with as few as two services a day often provided.

EMERGENCY services attending a serious house fire in the New Forest have found a body.

THOUSANDS of people flocked to the Dorset coast to enjoy the sunny weather on Saturday.

Up to 40 caravan homes could be provided for Ukraine refugees on the western outskirts of Blandford Forum.

THE number of GPs in Dorset has fallen since the pandemic, figures show, amid warnings the NHS is facing a crippling shortage of doctors.

Fascinating photos of Sandbanks in Dorset looking at the changes to the area over the years, some wonderful photos of the ever-popular beach.

AN UNAUTHORISED encampment has been set up in the grounds at Upton Country Park by travellers.

LIDL has clarified its policy on bulk buying after a Bournemouth customer said he was told he could no longer buy more than six bottles of cola in one visit to the store.

A sculpture honouring Rolls-Royce co-founder Charles Rolls was unveiled in Southbourne on Tuesday

A LEGO enthusiast travelled to multiple Lego stores in Germany, Belgium, France, and Kent capturing a snap outside each. 

There are a number of dangerous species to watch out for in Dorset this summer - take a look:

A CAR and a minibus have been involved in a crash on the A31 in the New Forest.

FIREWORKS are set to light up the night skies across Bournemouth and Poole this summer.

PLANS have been approved to rebuild a popular refreshment cabin on the seafront.

The RSPCA is issuing a public warning after being called out to 18 snake-related incidents in Dorset last year.

THERE will be something for all ages when Littledown Family Fun returns later this month.

Starting from spring 2023, Milaidhoo island will be offering a number of astronomy retreats, says Jemma Crew.

Summer holidays can be a problem for people who want their houseplants to survive in their absence - but there are many things you can do to help them stay healthy while you're away.

The Wildlife Trust has revealed the types of snakes that live in the UK.

ONE in five buildings in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cannot access high-speed internet, new figures reveal.

If you want to get inked this summer, these are the best rated tattoo parlours according to Google reviews.

The Met Office extreme heat weather warning has come into effect - find out what to expect in this hour-by hour forecast.

THE brother of a “gentle, kind, caring and sensitive” man who was “cold-heartedly” killed by a trio of violent robbers has said their family’s lives are now filled with “darkness and pain".

THREE men have been jailed for a total of more than 60 years for killing a man and carrying out violent robberies in Bournemouth.

A CORONER has requested Dorset Police make a host of changes following the inquest into the death of Gaia Pope.

A FIRE has devastated a historic church in Mudeford in what has been described as a “tragedy” for the community.

BCP Council has revealed its plan for this weekend as the area prepares for an influx of visitors amid soaring temperatures.

THE CHURCH devastated by fire this week will be holding its Sunday Service outside tomorrow.

Latest weather, traffic and travel updates for BCP and Dorset

BRITISH Airways passengers travelling from Milan to London were diverted to Bournemouth yesterday morning.

Officers carrying out searches to locate a wanted man believed to be in Dorset are appealing for information from the public to help find him.

AN investigation has been launched after a man was reportedly raped in Bournemouth after a night out.

THE family of Gaia Pope paid a heartfelt tribute to the “fiercely loyal” teen after her inquest concluded.

THREE men from Bournemouth were jailed for a total of 62 years at Winchester Crown Court yesterday following a week of offending which involved killing a man and robbing multiple others.

RESIDENTS have been praised and thanked for taking it upon themselves to clean up a community green area after travellers left the site.

COMMUNITY officers have been patrolling Canford Heath to ensure no motorbike use or fires ahead of heavy visitation during the weekend.

DORSET Police has apologised to the family of Gaia Pope admitting failings and that they “should have done better”.

FAMILY and friends of heroic teenager Callum Baker-Osborne are hoping to raise funds for Poole RNLI at an event ahead of the first anniversary of his death.

The RSPCA is warning exotic pet owners of increased risk of snake escapes throughout the heatwave.

The controversial meeting to discuss the sell-off of beach huts by BCP Council has been postponed.

A UNINSURED van driver was clocked speeding at nearly 100mph with his two-year-old daughter in the vehicle.

PATROLS to combat “reckless” jet skiing along the Dorset coast have taken place this week after reports of water users “fearing for their safety”.

EMERGENCY services were mobilised when a person fractured their ankle after slipping on rocks along the Dorset coast.

A MISSING teenage girl from Bournemouth has been found, police have said.

A MUSIC concert due to be held at a New Forest hotel next week has been cancelled.