A fundraising motorbike ride is set to bring together more than 1,000 riders this weekend.

There was good news for the Cherries’ Vitality Stadium expansion plans this week as they were recommended for approval by a committee next week – here’s everything you need to know.

Slam-door trains — called for the noise made by the manually operated doors when pulled shut — were the stuff of the British rail system.

The Fighting Cocks is the edge of the New Forest pub which attracts worldwide interest and where 'first-time visitors quickly become regulars'.

Tiien Thai in Bournemouth has been named among the UK's top 100 curry restaurants according to the Asian Catering Federation

A new Government plan to tackle ticket touting and protect football fans has been welcomed by Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has kept Blue Flag status for six beaches, showing the area’s status as a leading coastal destination.

Time travel is real, and it lives in the Echo comment section on Facebook.

The Filo Project, which operates across the BCP area and Dorset, is urging families to reach out for support sooner this Dementia Action Week.

SMILE - a local charity supporting vulnerable single-parent women and their children - is the latest recipient of Morebus’ community fund.

Hammersley Homes, based in Lymington, and its founder, Louise Hallett, were honoured with the Stars for Stars awards by the Southampton Mental Health Network.

A major military medal collection from a former high-ranking officer goes to auction at Charterhouse, Sherborne on 28 May.

A new study ranked End of the Road Festival, located at Larmer Tree Gardens near Blandford Forum in Dorset, among the UK's best underrated music festivals..

Francesco Hair Salon Lilliput's Katie Hammond, is a finalist in the Intermediate Level 2 Apprentice of the Year category at the Dorset Apprenticeship Awards.

Poole's MP has written to a government minister after animal welfare was "entirely absent" from Wednesday's King’s Speech.

A Christchurch teenager who underwent open heart surgery as a baby has biked and hiked over 30 miles to raise over £5,000 for cardiac charity Heartbeat.

The public’s help is needed by Dorset Council's Environmental Enforcement Team to identify those responsible for fly‑tipping roofing waste in rural Dorset.

More than £430,000 has been awarded by the Ministry of Defence to support Armed Forces Day events, including one in Dorset.

Two young rescue puppies are defying the odds in the face of a rare spinal condition. The puppies were born into care by Mary, a poodle-cross, who was heavily pregnant when she was rescued by Margaret Green Animal Rescue’s care in Dorset.

Music, food and family fun will take centre stage as a 'much-loved' annual community tradition returns.

Staff at a Broadstone school have criticised a parent after they made “damaging” and "disappointing" comments about teachers strikes.

A resident is calling for urgent safety improvements at a busy crossroads.

A nail salon in Westbourne, which aims to provide customers with a 'self care escape', is the Daily Echo's Trader of the Week.

A Bournemouth pub is set to temporarily close its doors for a major overhaul.

Disabled people, carers, students and pensioners could qualify for major council tax discounts. Here’s the full list of who can get help.

New figures from Admiral reveal just how expensive this mistake can be on your travels

A gardener has shared three simple tricks to make fresh daffodils last longer in the vase.

Think you know the Eurovision Song Contest? Take this quiz to test your knowledge.

This was the unusual scene at the Fleet lagoon between Weymouth and Portland this morning after a dramatic car crash.

POLICE investigating a devastating fire at Newell House in Sherborne have made an arrest.

A FAMILY-run business has said it is “extremely unhappy and deeply frustrated” over planned nine-week SGN roadworks on Poole Road and Cromer Road.

The Cherries will provide a shuttle bus between Bournemouth station and the Vitality Stadium as part of their transport plan should their stadium expansion scheme be approved next week.

10 years since an unusually high tide famously washed out the Kaiser Chiefs' Night Air gig in Bournemouth. Look back at the quirky 2016 event.

Kiefer Sutherland is interviewed ahead of his performance at Bournemouth's O2 Academy on May 25, supporting his upcoming album Grey.

A collection of rare Beatrix Potter 50p coins is listed for more than £40,000.

A date has been set to repair a pothole-ridden high street.

Worth Matraves was named one of Britain's poshest villages for 2026 by The Telegraph, and here's what you can do there for a day

Police believe that a missing teenager who has been missing for a week could be in Southampton

UK economy grew 0.3% in March 2026, leading G7 growth despite Iran conflict. ONS data shows boosts in retail, construction and vehicle sales.

An individual has been arrested after a 'substantial' bag of suspected drugs were found during police checks at a home in Poole.

Four young people were handed dispersal notices following reports of antisocial behaviour at a library.

A fire spanning 100m by 50m broke out at Hengistbury Head, with members of the public being encouraged to avoid the area.

A fire has broken out at Hengistbury Head and members of the public are being urged to 'avoid the area'.

Two boys were rescued by lifeboat crews after becoming stranded in a rowing boat.

A bus rebrand is set to take place on routes in the New Forest this summer.

AFC Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie surprised young footballers at Kings Park Dynamos under-13s, based in Bournemouth.

Young people aiming for clinical careers can now apply to study T Level Health at Brockenhurst College, following its launch on International Nurses Day.

Shoppers in Bournemouth are being invited by Castlepoint to vote for a new eco-friendly project made from recycled bottle tops.

On Saturday, May 23, Paharas Musica will take the stage at Hot Rocks along the Bournemouth beachfront for a summer opening event.

Musicians, comedians and a musical are among the events set to delight audiences at Lighthouse Poole this September.