A MAN was pronounced dead at the scene after being found unresponsive at car park in Bournemouth.

A BODY has been located of a missing man in Bournemouth.

Residents across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch say they are “frustrated, heartbroken and losing trust” in online shopping after issues with Evri.

Its members were figures of genuine local colour typified by the artist who would don his robe and mount his horse to ride through the New Forest,

When a woman and her elderly mother strolled across Canford Heath, their pleasant ramble soon turned into a horror show.

Schools in Bournemouth, Poole and Ringwood were named among the best in the south west region for 2026 according to the Sunday Times

Is Cloudflare down? Users have reported an error 500 issue as software goes down for second time within months

A special visitor will be dropping in to Bere Marsh Farm next month as part of the Countryside Regeneration Trust's first-ever Christmas Farmers’ Market.

Stargazers across Dorset were treated to a supermoon last night

A family say they were left “dehumanised” after being ordered to leave a Southampton pub because of an assistance dog.

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Local Food Links wins ProVeg School Plates Award for healthy, sustainable school meals in Dorset, launching a new planet-friendly menu in January 2026.

Barratt David Wilson Homes Southampton created 30 hectares of green space and built 330 new homes in Dorset, boosting sustainable housing and biodiversity.

New Forest District Council completes first phase of Milford on Sea seawall repairs, placing 1,300 tonnes of rock armour to protect against winter storms.

Saffery hosts a finance leaders’ seminar at AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium on 22 January, covering FRS 102, corporate tax, VAT, payrolling, and CPD.

Research by the victims' commissioner found that nearly 60 per cent of victims in 2024 believed they could not get justice.

NSPCC survey finds over two-thirds in south west fear increased child abuse and domestic violence at Christmas. Childline offers 24/7 support to youth.

A wildlife charity is looking for volunteers after research has shown a rapid decline in toad populations.

New Forest District Council to make behind-gate food waste caddy collections permanent for homes neaar free-roaming livestock, boosting recycling and safety.

South West tech firms like LettUs Grow and Co Charger to pitch at UK investor event at Microsoft London HQ. Tech South West hosts showcase and 2025 Impact Report.

Emily, 14, fronts Rainbow Trust’s Christmas appeal to support families with seriously ill children. Donate to help this vital UK charity.

Taylor Swift tribute show by Xenna comes to Poole’s Lighthouse on 31 March 2026. Enjoy hits, all 12 eras, dancers and costumes. Tickets available now.

Trooli research finds poor digital wellbeing in Dorset, with locals reporting tech overuse, screen time concerns and issues with digital skills and isolation.

New Forest For Ukraine sends 47 generators and vital aid to Ukraine after Russian attacks on power. Charity appeals for donations to support ongoing relief.

BCP Council is set to establish first pleasure boat and boatperson policy after draft plans agreed and public consultation takes place.

Poole’s MP has renewed his call for a ‘watertight’ ban on hunting with dogs, warning that every delay means more wildlife crime and animal suffering, after an unannounced visit to the Grafton Hunt.

An inquest was held into the death of a woman in her 20s, after she was found dead at a hotel in Jamaica.

Bournemouth dad wins over £1 million in National Lottery Lotto draw, secures family’s future, pays off mortgage, and plans holidays. Winning numbers: 09, 12, 18, 37, 43, 45.

Rockley Watersports secures 10-year lease from BCP Council to run Poole Park Lake activities, promising new watersports, facility upgrades and sustainability.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Bournemouth University students gain insight into local government careers from BCP Council leaders through the Employability Skills Programme masterclass.

This month’s full council meeting will see councillors discussing housing, transport, the environment and local democracy.

A SunLife report reveals that the average funeral costs more than £4,000.

"No one should feel alone at this time of year and sharing a meal made with care and kindness can make all the difference."

Harbour School Dorset staff raise £1,226 for Movember, supporting men’s mental health. Bovington SEND school ranks 93rd in UK Movember Schools Challenge.

By charging at home, it is claimed that EV owners are saving money, reducing emissions and avoiding the temptation of extra calories.

Daish’s Holidays to serve 18,000 turkey dinners during festive coach breaks at its UK hotels, including Bournemouth Sands, offering Christmas and Twixmas deals.

New Forest District Council allocates over £1m Community Infrastructure Levy funding to boost local projects, transport links, and community facilities in 2024.

LinkedIn users are reporting they are unable to access the site after an issue with Cloudflare in what appears to be another internet outage.

Morrisons customers will be able to opt to check out at a new Talking Till where shoppers can enjoy conversation with a member of staff as they pay

Two-thirds of UK adults believe children face an increased risk of abuse over the Christmas holidays.

A woman who deliberately drove her car into a motorcyclist in Bournemouth has been found guilty of murder.

Dorset Council has received a series of planning applications proposing changes to homes and properties in Bridport, Burton Bradstock, West Bexington, and Beaminster.

Tributes have been paid to a 'loving son' and 'wonderful friend' who died in a crash in Poole.

A man arrested on suspicion of murder of woman in Southbourne has been detained under the Mental Health Act, police have said.

It was a quiet evening in Bournemouth, a Tuesday night when people had drawn their curtains and the streets were abandoned to the silence of suburbia at dark.

A number of pets at Dorset RSPCA branches in Ashley Heath and Dorchester are looking to find loving new homes.

A man who was hit by a a bus on Wednesday morning remains in critical condition, police have said.

AFTER helping to secure £18 million to improve playgrounds, Tom Hayes has visited the UK’s leading manufacturer of play equipment to see how the funding can be used.

A pair of cars were broken into in Poole last month where laptops and a water pump were among a list of items stolen.