These snapshots capture a special moment in the store's history - a massive sponsored sales event held as part of its 10th-year anniversary celebrations.

Knowlton Church is located fairly close to Wimborne in Dorset, and it is said to be a place of rich history

UK government borrowing falls to £132bn, lowest in 3 years, says ONS. Deficit drops £19.8bn as analysts warn risks from energy prices and Iran conflict.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care merges with Rising Voices Wessex choir in Dorset, expanding holistic support for people with cancer and life-limiting illnesses.

Care home worker Danny Murphy, 64, wins British Veterans Open judo gold in London months after prostate cancer surgery, raising funds for Prostate Cancer UK.

Join the Twilight Walk on Bournemouth seafront, 15 May, supporting University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity and breast cancer care.

The owners of an independent pub in Ringwood have introduced a new range of Texas-style smoked barbecue after travelling to Texas to learn traditional techniques.

Parley Place Care Home and Blossom Home Care Dorset host charity cream tea in West Parley, raising funds for Plants and Minds mental health charity.

Wessex Water completes £2m upgrade to Poole sewer network, boosting capacity and protecting the coastline. Works centred on Whitecliff Harbourside Park.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service urges residents and visitors to avoid barbecues in open spaces due to fire risk—picnics are safer this summer.

A holiday park will unveil a new wellness experience designed to help guests switch off and reconnect with the natural world.

Dorset Dinkers Pickleball Club hosted a charity event at Canford School, raising £652 for Parkinson’s UK and supporting Parkinson’s research in the UK.

Arts University Bournemouth unveils its Innovation Hub at Fashion SVP 2026, Olympia London, showcasing VR, AI and 3D design, plus AUB Agency launch.

Dorset Business Angels hosted their annual Spring Drinks Evening in Southbourne, uniting investors and business leaders for networking and keynote talks.

Steve Jackson and Joseph Phillips of Tregonwell Academy shortlisted for Tes Schools Awards 'Specialist Provision School Leader of the Year' in UK education.

A man who attacked a schoolboy with a pipe in "premeditated" assault in Christchurch has received a community resolution, prompting damning criticism of the force from the child's family.

Residents from across Dorset and the New Forest will take on the London Marathon this weekend— competing for a host of good causes.

Shoppers at Aldi are being urged to check shelf labels more closely after a little-known “secret code” was revealed that could help cut the cost of their shopping.

McDonald’s fans are trying a “secret menu” hack that could get more chicken for less money.

Discover the hidden Lakeland Loves page shoppers swear by - packed with best-selling cleaning, kitchen and household essentials people buy again and again.

An adult passport lasts 10 years but if you've changed your appearance significantly during that time, you might need to renew your passport.

What should you do if your neighbour decides to remove your boundary hedge?

Beneath the brilliant August sunshine, it treated the crowds of people to a quirkier spectacle than the usual twirling batons and playing bands.

A postmaster staged two armed robberies and stole £93,000 to pay off his own debts, a court has heard.

Businesses from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole were nominated for the Muddy Stilettos Awads 2026

Neil Duncan-Jordan MP urges government action to stop Hamworthy Fire Station closure as Dorset & Wiltshire face cuts risking jobs, safety and response times.

A fire has blocked rail lines at a New Forest train station

The parade has its roots in the late 1850s when it was held on May Day in Burley, involving the local church and school children.

As temperatures begin to rise, people heading to the coast are being urged to think twice about the dangers of tombstoning.

Researchers have administered the first UK dose in a pivotal trial of an investigational mRNA vaccine designed to protect against potential influenza pandemics, including avian flu (bird flu).

The deadline for residents who want a free voter ID for upcoming town council elections in Bournemouth, Poole and Broadstone is looming.

Hussey & Briggs is positioning conservatories, garden rooms and outdoor structures as the ideal way to expand living space in time for the summer months, building on more than 25 years’ experience in windows, doors and glazed extensions across ...

A romance fraudster who duped a victim out of nearly £30,000 has been jailed for a decade.

Nominations have opened for the 2026 New Forest Awards, celebrating the people and organisations helping to protect and sustain the area’s rural communities.

The Smoked & Uncut festival is to return to the lawns of The Pig hotel in the New Forest from June 12 to 14 to mark its 15th anniversary.

Liberal Democrat MP Vikki Slade urges emergency 10p fuel duty cut as rising fuel and heating oil costs hit rural Dorset residents amid UK cost-of-living crisis.

Burger joints now come in many different guises leaving customers spoilt for choice, however, Usman and Tariq Khan think their brisket will set MakBurga apart from the rest.

Skinshape, aka William Dorey, brings his acclaimed analogue soul, funk and Afrobeat sound to Lighthouse Poole on 16 May 2026 with support from Yuuf.

BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair returns to Beaulieu, New Forest, 1–3 May. Enjoy gardening talks, demos, food markets and BBC presenters.

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

Dorset Council seeks volunteers for its Age Friendly Dorset programme, supporting older residents and building inclusive communities.

Bournemouth School for Girls reach The Big Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Competition 2026 finals with carbon monoxide project; South West STEM success.

UPLIFT 2026 energised Wimborne’s Town of Culture year with youth-led arts, music, workshops, and performances, showcasing Dorset’s young creative talent.

Richmond Park Bowls Club in Winton/Charminster celebrates its 120th anniversary on 26 April with an open day, activities, and fundraising for new equipment.

Southern Co-op launches rapid grocery delivery in Dorset via Snappy Shopper, offering groceries to Bournemouth, Poole, Exmouth & Weymouth in under an hour.

An electrician is donning his “blue suede shoes” this weekend to take part in his twelfth London Marathon.

Poole Swimming Club stars achieve personal bests, finals spots and new records at Aquatics GB Championships 2026 in London’s Aquatics Centre.

A micro ale pub in Milford-on-Sea has recently opened under new ownership.

A new family run mobile cafe is bringing a taste of homemade hospitality to Poole by serving coffee and sweet treats from a wooden trailer.

Open water swimmers are being invited to take on an unforgettable new challenge along the breath taking Jurassic coastline.