A CROSS-county bus service has a “bright future” despite the current operator de-registering the route from the end of October.

More details have emerged about a series of vehicle thefts which are all believed to be linked.

Moves to increase the number of public charge points for electric vehicles (EVs) in Dorset are underway.

TWELVE people were arrested for drugs offences last month - including one relating to coercing children into illegal activity.

Charmouth Fire Station's newest recruit has earned his first stripes.

A COMMUNITY variety show will be staged to raise money for good causes.

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng confirmed the UK Government would be scrapping rules which cap bankers’ bonuses

The book was due to be published at the end of this year, however, Prince Harry postponed its release after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

THESE stunning paintings make up a colourful exhibition bringing Bridport to life.

A JEWELLER has said she 'still doesn't know' if her business will be able to continue after an estimated £40,000 of stock was stolen in a burglary.

The first of the high-power overhead lines near Blagdon Hill above Martinstown have been taken down.

ORGANISERS of the hotly-anticipated Tour of Britain have explained more about the cancellation of Dorset's stage.

A MAN has been given a restraining order and must pay a court bill of more than £1,100 after assaulting a woman and damaging a pub wall in Bridport.

Trains between Dorset and Somerset are set to be affected by important rail improvement schemes.

Wages in Dorset are rising lower than the rate of inflation, new figures show.

Over 800 excess deaths have been recorded in Dorset since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, according to new figures.

Fewer knife crime offenders in Dorset were sentenced to prison last year, figures reveal.

Dorset schools and colleges are being invited to register for Dance Live! 2023, the popular annual dance contest.

An independent record shop in Dorchester is hosting a special live music performance to celebrate the launch of a local band's new album.

Bridport's 'mental health hub', Harmony, is putting on their 80 Days Around the Mind showcase to mark World Mental Health Week.

New Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng called the plan to reverse the National Insurance rise a “tax cut for workers”

The finalists for this years Celebrity MasterChef share their hopes and fears as they get ready to impress judges, John Torode and Gregg Wallace one last time.

The people behind Jazz Jurassica have announced they will be stepping down from running the annual jazz festival in Lyme Regis and are instead shifting their focus.

An exhibition and open day is being arranged by Bridport Camera Club to showcase the wide variety of photography being produced by members.

SEVERAL police officers have faced dismissal from Dorset Police over the past five years, new figures show.

A MAN has been banned from all Boots and Marks & Spencer stores in Dorset.

More activities are on offer at Bridport Youth and Community Centre (BYCC) for children under 5.

Nearly two-thirds of adults in Dorset haven't visited a dentist in the past two years, according to figures.

A human story about coming home can be seen in a west Dorset village next month.

King Charles III is reportedly planning a 'slimmed down' Coronation - but when will his ceremony be?

The date for King Charles's III Coronation Ceremony is yet to be decided but could take place in May or June 2023. 

The Good Morning Britain host was discussing the Queen with Mel B when Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's queue jump row was referenced

The This Morning presenters have reportedly been left “distraught” following the queue jump row.

More than 26 million viewers tuned in to the historic event.

Police are appealing for help tracing jewellery that was stolen during an early-hours raid.

A WEST Dorset club will be involved in an illuminated flotilla on the River Thames in memory of Queen Elizabeth II and to honour the accession of King Charles III.

Police are investigating a series of vehicle thefts all believed to be linked.

MAYORS and representatives from across Dorset's town councils have paid their 'final goodbye' to Her Majesty the Queen.

Find out if you're eligible for DWP's £300 winter payment this year.

An esteemed human rights lawyer from west Dorset who specialises in defending people accused of only the most serious crimes will be in Bridport to talk about his new book.

It comes after the pair broke their silence during a segment on Tuesday’s instalment of ITV This Morning following criticism.

It comes amid a petition calling on This Morning bosses to sack Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

The This Morning presenters have received criticism from some on social media after they appeared inside Westminster Hall on Friday

The Royal Family will observe another week of mourning for the Queen following her state funeral on Monday.

The RSPCA in Dorset is 'very worried' about the increase in videos of animal cruelty on social media.

Previously unused footage of an early trip by Queen Elizabeth II to Dorset has resurfaced.

THE former chief constable of Dorset Police said receiving a Queen's Police Medal was the proudest day of his life.

THE Woodland Trust is encouraging schools and community groups across Dorset to help plant a record breaking number of trees.

A mental health charity is reminding people affected by the Queen's death of support available throughout the county.

DESPITE a difficult growing season due to the drought conditions there was a good display of flowers and other produce at the Broadwindsor Annual Show, organisers said.