A Bournemouth school caretaker is running four marathons in a day to raise money for a cancer unit at Poole Hospital who removed his cancerous nipple

Plans have been unveiled for three new houses in the garden of a 300-year-old cottage.

Richard Carr’s Hotel has been granted permission to hold a secondary licence to act as a ‘safety net’ in case of insolvency.

The Barn Cafe near Lytchett Matravers has been wowing customers with its "consistently great food" and friendly staff.

Dorset Police, working alongside partner agencies, has rolled out a comprehensive plan to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for everyone

The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act gives coastal communities like Bournemouth more say in local decisions, funding, and regional planning.

Planned roadworks have been announced by BCP Council and are expected to cause delays of varying severity.

Emergency services were called to a paddleboarder in difficulty in Poole Harbour.

Four Dorset farms will be participating in Open Farm Sunday 2026, including Dollens Farm and Knife Hill Farm

UK letter highlights decline in youth job opportunities, impact of national minimum wage, rise in economic inactivity, and questions immigration policy.

Works to upgrade Alderney Water Treatment Works have entered their final phase, with commissioning and testing of the site now underway.

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is inviting residents and stakeholders to have their say on the draft Sandleheath Neighbourhood Plan.

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) unveiled its transformative AUB Strategy 2030+ and a refreshed visual identity at a high-profile event on campus.

We Out Here Festival, which takes place in August on the St Giles Estate, Wimborne St Giles, has officially sold out.

Castlepoint Shopping Centre visitor, 84, receives £100 parking fine after forgetting Blue Badge in Landrover. Disabled pensioner warns shoppers to check rules.

Wimborne’s first ever Festival of Sport and Active Leisure took place on Sunday April 19, attracting 600 visitors for a full day of free activities.

The Royal National Lifeboat Union (RNLI) has revealed Poole is one of their busiest stations— and has issued advice so people can enjoy the warmer weather responsibly.

A councillor has vowed to bring back free parking on a high street after it was scrapped.

Volunteers of Dorset-based equine-assisted services offering nature-based therapy went to Ukraine to offer these sessions to support war veterans and horses.

A man in his 40s has been jailed after he admitted to stealing from two stores in New Milton and Barton-on-Sea.

A 60-year-old bed and breakfast in Bournemouth has plans to change the use of the property due to the business “no longer being financially available”.

An independent pub in Wareham is thanking the community for their support after a table of 17 cancelled ten minutes before their booking.

A SEARCH was carried out following a reported sighting of a 'possible red flare' at Alum Chine.

DWFRS is reminding the public to take care this summer through its prevention campaign, as firefighters report a rise in deliberate fires in the area.

A two bedroom bungalow sat within the rolling hills of Dorset is set to go up for auction with a guide price of £14,000.

A writing festival has celebrated its busiest year after welcoming nearly 2,000 attendees.

UK travellers warned their summer flights could change under a new temporary airline rule, as plans to save jet fuel revealed by the government

Vinted is prohibiting listing any knives or sharp objects, 'regardless of size or intended use'.

The ITV documentary series 7 Up is set to conclude in 2026 after 62 years, with its 10th instalment

ITV is bringing back the iconic Name That Tune gameshow for the first time in over two decades - with Alison Hammond fronting it.

A community has been left shocked after a horse has died following a gruesome animal attack in Dorset

A former cider company boss who torched his mineral water tycoon brother's car after being left less than him in their parents' wills has been hit with a massive £875,000 court bill after suing and losing.

‘WE don’t want anyone to live in fear’ – police up patrols following alleged terrorism attack on Jewish community.

A proposal to turn a place of worship into a holiday let has been withdrawn by the applicant

The RSPCA has welcomed a change in rental law that gives tenants in the private rented sector in England the legal right to request permission to keep pets in their rented homes.

Over 14,000 Bournemouth West renters gain stronger rights under the new Renters’ Rights Act, banning no-fault evictions and capping rent rises.

Labour MP Tom Hayes hails 50 new laws, including public ownership of SWR, Renters’ Rights Act, and Great British Energy, aiming to improve UK workers’ lives.

New UK community right to buy law lets local groups purchase pubs, libraries and assets like Charminster Library, expanding community ownership powers.

A volunteering trip has helped transform classrooms and build lasting bonds.

A 20-year-old motorcyclist was airlifted to hospital after sustaining serious injuries following a crash.

An individual was arrested in Poole after an illegal e-bike was seized and a 'large amount' of THC vapes was located.

BAD news for Drake fans is good news for AFC Bournemouth supporters - with the ice block near Bournemouth Pier melting away to reveal the Cherries' new kit supplier.

There are reports on the AA traffic feed of a crash on Wellington Road which is causing delays

Nationwide is leading UK bank switching gains, helped by its £100 payout to members as switching levels surge by 43%.

A Wimborne-based company has been fined £60k after a tree surgeon 'thought he was going to die' during a severe electric shock from a powerline.

A huge block of ice is still in place at Bournemouth Pier this morning - with rumours for it ranging from Drake's new album to a climate change stunt

A Salisbury man who once cancelled his lottery ticket has his wife to thank after scooping a £125,000 windfall, just days before moving house

A new preloved uniform shop is set to open at primary school to support families by providing them “high quality and second-hand items” at low prices.

Bournemouth resident protests lack of local democracy by spoiling ballot in Town Council election, highlighting discontent with BCP Council decisions.

Learn about waste reduction and wildlife-friendly gardening at Greener Wimborne’s Better Planet talks this May. Book with u3a Wimborne or Planet Wimborne.