TEMPERATURES are set to soar to 32 degrees in Bournemouth today as the Met Office issues warnings.

Octavius Garlick of the 1st Battalion New Zealand Rifle Brigade was plunged into the First World War carnage when he was part of the initial assault .

With temperatures set to soar, beachgoers are being urged to take extra care while enjoying the water.

The council said it takes safeguarding concerns "incredibly seriously" after a Poole preschool was permanently closed.

'THINK before calling 999' - Visitors and residents are being urged to make responsible choices ahead of the heatwave.

A 'murder' investigation following the death of teenager Kyeron Wheeler is now in its fourth day. We will be bringing you latest updates as we get them.

Bournemouth MP Tom Hayes opposes BCP Council plans to cut lollipop lady and library roles, highlighting community support for school safety and local libraries.

Neil Duncan-Jordan, Labour MP for Poole, has put forward a new bill to close loopholes in the Hunting Act 2004 and stop fox hunting for good.

A fresh outbreak of equine flu is believed to have killed wild ponies

An amber warning for extreme heat has been issued for Dorset later this week from June 24 to June 25.

Go Local Poole, part of the Go Local franchise operated by Parfetts Limited, officially opened on May 9, on the high street by Mohamed Ameen.

A series of summer lunchtime concerts is set to return this July.

The Poole Quay Folk Festival will take place on June 27 and June 28, promising a weekend of music and family-friendly entertainment along the Poole Quay.

Daish’s Holidays is reporting a 12 per cent year-on-year increase in group bookings, as holidaymakers increasingly opt to travel together.

In September, Sherborne Prep, Sherborne Boys and Sherborne Girls will come together under a single Sherborne brand, offering a clear pathway from age 3 to 18

A bowls club has been left shocked after dead animals were found discarded near its grounds.

Bournemouth Water colleagues raise over £3,000 for Alzheimer’s Society after mountainous coastal hike.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care is hosting its first-ever Wellbeing Fair in Poole at Upton Country Park on Sunday, June 28 from 10am to 4pm.

Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will step down as Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister has spent the weekend reflecting on his future amid mounting pressure from within his Cabinet.

It’s important to know the rules when it comes to sunbathing – especially if you plan to strip off to avoid tan lines

The Met Office has forecast temperatures as high as 38C for parts of the country this week.

One man arrested on suspicion of murder of 18-year-old Kyeron Wheeler has been released and will face no further charge, Dorset Police has said.

A GoFundMe has been set up for the "best big brother anyone could ever ask for."

A MURDER investigation enters its third day after an 18-year-old man died from a suspected stab wound in Poole.

Police are continuing the search a Blandford house in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old boy from Poole.

A MAN has been arrested after he allegedly handled stolen good in the New Forest.

Tributes have been left for an 18-year-old man who died on Friday morning in an alleged murder.

EVERYTHING we know after four people have been arrested for the alleged murder of an 18-year-old man.

Hundreds of pirates and thousands of spectators flocked to Poole on Saturday for the town’s annual Harry Paye Day.

Dorset Cricket will host a Women’s Showcase Day on July 31 at Canford-Magna Cricket Club in Wimborne, building on the energy of the Women’s T20 World Cup.

The South West Coast Path, which passes through Dorset, has been named among Europe's best multi-day hikes without camping

A Bournemouth MP has hit back at crime fears, insisting Bournemouth’s reputation must not be defined by the actions of a “handful of thugs.”

A man was detained by police following reports of a knife in the town centre.

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in June due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

A new terrace, outdoor gym, and table tennis area is being proposed to improve facilities at JP Morgan

A lollipop lady has said “accidents we prevent from happening will happen” if plans to cut the service across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole go ahead.

Trove, an emporium model supporting more than 100 independent traders, has been going strong for five years and operates in Bournemouth town centre and Winton.

The chief nursing officer for Dorset HealthCare has it was "completely unacceptable" for a nurse to tell patient their cancer was caused by Covid vaccinations.

The Royal Bath Hotel in Bournemouth is marking its 188th anniversary with a series of major upgrades and improvements.

A Pride Weekend in the New Forest drew hundreds to Back of Beyond holiday park in Ringwood.

A two-bedroom flat in Bournemouth town centre, Located in Caledonian Court on Christchurch Road, has sold for £75,000 at auction by Clive Emson.

Arthur’s Seat, Southwold Pier and Durdle Door in Dorset have been named the best sunrise and sunset spots in the UK.

Bournemouth Chamber celebrated the induction of 16 year old Syd Scott - the youngest ever Member in 110 years of the Bournemouth Chamber.

A Bournemouth charity shop has announced its closure after just two years in the area.

The unit on Avenue Road in Bournemouth is now home to The Island, the first shop from handmade jewellery brand Pineapple Island.

The Dolphin in Poole will host a series of summer community events throughout June to mark the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.

A public bridleway in Poole will follow a new route from the end of July

An 18-year-old boy was killed yesterday and five people have been arrested in connection with his "murder" after he was reportedly left "bleeding to death" outside Poole Hospital.

A man has been arrested for voyeurism after allegedly taking photos of female customers in a changing room.