HUNDREDS of motorcyclists gathered on Poole Quay to take part in a moving final ride in honour of a much-loved biker who died following a serious crash earlier this month.

PCC Donna Jones said: “Following the deaths of two officers while under investigation this year, I appointed John Riddell, a solicitor and partner at Weightmans LLP, to lead an independent review of the Professional Standards Department (PSD).

Teenager caught riding illegal electric scooter at Fordingbridge Christmas lights event causes disruption

A 19-year-old woman from Dorchester who owes almost £700 to the court must pay compensation after stealing meat and cheese

Flood alerts have been issued across Dorset as heavy rain sweeps its way across the county

AN OWNER of permanent make-up clinic in Poole says she is “grateful and incredibly happy” after securing third place in world championship.

The Autumn Budget delivers support for Bournemouth families, schools, and businesses, including solar funding, benefit cap removal, higher minimum wage, and tax changes.

Hampshire County Council says “good progress” is being made as it continues to withdraw £2 million of annual funding for homelessness support services.

An injured veteran who spent two years isolated in his freezing and dilapidated bedroom has thanked Help for Heroes for life-changing support that helped him start a new chapter.

A Councillor who objected to the installation of Bournemouth Christmas Wonderland, including the UKs longest ice rink, has alleged possible corruption within the planning process which has led to the application being recommended for refusal.

BCP Cabinet met on November 26, with the meeting lasting just under two hours and very little discussion of what was on the agenda. Here are some of the key things we learnt from the meeting.

The children could enter a competition by sending their best spider cookies.

Green IP, a Poole tech firm, achieves Microsoft Operator Connect status, boosting Microsoft Teams integration with secure, carrier-grade telephony solutions.

Three ponies and one piglet died in the space of a week after being hit by vehicles in the New Forest.

Last Thursday I was joined by the Children & Families Minister Josh MacAlister at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Alderney.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

VILLAGERS have rallied together to support the owner of a much-loved pub after she close its doors due to personal health reasons.

.Pensioners could see an increase in their HMRC personal allowance following a new tax announcement as part of the budget.

Charming four-bedroom thatched cottage with equestrian facilities for sale near Ringwood in the New Forest. Includes stables, paddocks, and approximately 2.9 acres. £2.15m.

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a car fire on the A338 dual carriageway.

FOOTBALL legend, Harry Redknapp, switched on Westbourne’s annual Christmas lights, as crowds turned out to watch.

POLICE have identified four vehicles they would like to speak to in connection with a fatal motorbike crash.

Snow fell over Wimborne as crowds packed into the town square to celebrate the start of the festive season.

More than £260,000 has been raked in from Lymington’s high street parking meters since their installation four years ago, new Freedom of Information (FOI) figures reveal.

Fontmell Magna is a village in northern Dorset that has a population of 483 residents and has features such as a chalk stream

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has revealed a list of 500 locations across the UK where it wants to build new stores, with 4 in East Dorset

Corfe Mullen Royal British Legion Club's licence is to be reviewed after a complaint from a neighbour

A DRINKS licence is being requested for a Brewers Folly Brewery – for off-sales and for an onsite tap room.

Latest plans for the East Dorset area to be submitted to Dorset Council include home developments and upgrades

OWNERS of a popular Italian restaurant in Bournemouth are preparing to open their second venue, bringing what they describe as “authentic Italian food” to the heart of the town centre.

A River-side pub in Bournemouth described as 'welcoming' and 'atmospheric' is Pub of the Week.

A MAN was caught with pepper spray in Bournemouth town centre, a court heard.

A convoy of bikers, all dressed as Santa, hit the roads of Dorset to deliver toys to children this Christmas.

The great Ricky Gervais is not wrong when he asserts, and then goes on to prove, that no subject is taboo or off limits when it comes to comedy.

Daish’s Holidays criticises the autumn 2025 budget, warning the UK tourist tax and lack of VAT relief will harm hospitality, seaside hotels, and tourism.

A fire broke out in a property in High West Street - just off Boot Hill - Weymouth in the early hours of Friday. Tragically, a woman found inside the house was pronounced dead at the scene.

AN OSCAR-WINNING playwright has died in his Dorset home.

A HIGHSTREET jewellery store has opened in a shopping centre in Poole.

POLICE are searching for a thief who siphoned diesel from a digger in Poole.

Police are appealing for information from the public as they search for a woman who has gone missing from Dorset.

The Priory Wareham has been named among the UK's best hotels for 2026 by The Good Hotel Guide

Durdle Door beach has been named among the best UK beaches to visit in winter according to Countryfile

Met Office issues yellow rain warning for South West UK from 8am 1 Dec to 6am 2 Dec. Heavy rain, flooding risk, travel disruption and power cuts expected.

A WEATHER warning has been issued for heavy rain across Dorset.

Kaiser Chiefs to headline 2026 Poole Harbour Festival for its 10th anniversary, joined by Scouting For Girls and Groove Armada, Judge Jules, Seb Fontaine, and The Prodigy's Leeroy Thornhill. Tickets from £25 on sale now.

Colten Care staff raise £2,081 for Mudeford All Saints Church rebuild with a 10,000-ft skydive near Salisbury, supporting fire restoration efforts.

Last year, many of you sent stamps and Christmas cards to Aiden who we sadly lost to Osteosarcoma in February.

Haskins Garden Centre staff member Hayley Pattison skydived 15,000ft, raising more than £600 for Dorset charity Amelia’s Rainbow, supporting children with terminal and chronic illnesses.

Acclaimed pianists Mariam Batsashvili and Martin James Bartlett perform in Dorset at Gransden Hall, Sherborne on 6 February—classical concert tickets available.

Special constable Paul Brown wins Ferrers Special Constabulary Individual Award for outstanding service to Dorset Police, recognised by the Home Office.