A large stretch of the A31 is closed this morning after a 'serious collision'.

LIDL has submitted new plans to demolish a retail park in Bournemouth.

A new ferry service launched from the Port of Poole today.

Smokeys Burgers in Ashely Road, Poole has celebrated the launch of their new menu with an event, which saw queues down the street.

Residents from across Dorset and the New Forest will take on the London Marathon next weekend.

A 78-year-old Bournemouth man is running in the London Marathon for the 34th time.

The historic market town of Wareham is located a short drive away from Bournemouth and could make for a great day out

They joined a protest on October 5, 2004, organised by the Olde English Wessex Group, calling for an end to means-tested benefits.

Bournemouth in 1964 was a vibrant seaside town, experiencing a significant surge in popularity.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have a huge number of cafes selling the breakfast staple of a bacon sandwich.

IN HER letter of 16 April regarding the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, Nicola Truesdale expressed concern about the safeguards which would be incorporated into this Bill were it to become law. In particular she referred to the impact it co...

A dementia-friendly screening of the film musical 'Annie' will take place on Thursday, July 24 at 2pm in the cinema.

A beach festival has announced that all VIP tables have sold out.

How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to see how many correct answers you can get.

A care home resident performed ballet at the prestigious Royal Ballet with young ballerinas.

Shoppers in Bournemouth are being called to help in fundraising for a campaign to support medical research on eradicating food allergies.

A tuition services business started by a couple is opening new premises in Bournemouth very soon.

A new care home is hosting a free community open day.

Take an electric car by ford on test drive in this incredible fundraising event to support Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance, taking place next month.

A BOURNEMOUTH-based catering business is serving up smoky flavoured meals inspired by traditional Venezuelan BBQ, aiming to bring people together through the love of BBQ.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

The National Pub & Bar Awards 2025 announced their shortlist of County Winners.

The trip is part of the association's annual activities, which were discussed at its recent annual general meeting (AGM).

Residents are being asked for their views on plans to improve bus services in Bournemouth town centre.

A35 Upton Road is closed after reports of an accident, we will also be bringing you travel updates from around the area to bear in mind when setting off this Easter weekend.

An investigation is due to take place into a fire at Studland that tore through heathland.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

A weather warning for rain has been issued to affect areas across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

If you are out on the coast this Easter weekend, please stay safe by taking notice of warning signs and keep to existing paths. Stay away from the edge and base of cliffs.

Bournemouth and surrounding areas are due to expect heavy rainfall today and tomorrow this Easter weekend.

A heap of rubbish made up of various discarded items has been left at a New Forest car park.

AN Audi was seized when suspected drugs were found inside it. 

A Ticket To Dream, Lighthouse, Poole

Nine animals have been killed on New Forest Roads by vehicles speeding on the road, campaigners have said.

The school grounds transformed into a time-travelling wonderland as pupils and staff participated in a sports day themed around the Ages of Man.

The Whitsun bank holiday of 1964 cast a long shadow over Britain, revealing a societal undercurrent of unrest simmering beneath the surface of its seaside idyll

THE so-called Plant Based Treaty, invented by yet another minority, wants an end to eating any food that comes from animals, including milk and eggs.

IT IS the job of the council's opposition to question everything a council does, so cycling infrastructure provision is absolutely no exception.

"We look forward to welcoming motor enthusiasts of all ages to the school and hope that everyone has a wonderful day."

Did you know your NHS patient data is already helping researchers save lives? From improving cancer detection to predicting disease outbreaks, data is transforming healthcare. Now, the Wessex Secure Data Environment (SDE), led by University Hospital ...

"The weekend as a whole was amazing and a great way to end my college football of the last three years."

This includes making decisions on where new homes, shops and offices should be built and what these new buildings should look like.

The coroner for Dorset states that his death is not being treated as suspicious, and no police investigation is needed.

"I wanted him and all our children - and us adults too - to feel that we live in a country where we can respect and celebrate each other."

"That sort of empathy makes a difference – it helps people feel seen and that’s powerful."

I taste-tested hot cross buns from ASDA, Lidl, Aldi, Tesco and more to find the very best to enjoy this Easter weekend.

It has received funding from the Innovate UK Marine and Maritime Launchpad programme.

The band performed its first gig in May 2024 at Camden's infamous Dublin Castle, which led to an opportunity to record at Abbey Road Studios.

"Your donation to our charity will make a real difference in these important local spaces."

Dr Moore will discuss 'Ecopoetikon', a new project developed at the University of Gloucestershire to research and showcase global ecopoetries.