A widower has criticised Wimborne Minster Town Council for allowing the cemetery where his wife is buried to look “untidy”.

Multiple firefighters are tackling a fire involving 2,000 bales of hay at a barn in East Lulworth. Live updates as we get them.

Firefighters are continuing to fight a huge New Forest wildfire which has been burning since Sunday as crews face "hot and arduous conditions".

These pictures show snowdrifts up to 30ft deep which cut off towns and villages across Dorset for days during the ferocious blizzard of February 1978

Fire crews continue to tackle a huge blaze in the New Forest that has engulfed approximately 1.6 sq km while the A31 remains closed.

Dozens of firefighters were called to a "deliberate" fire in East Lulworth as 2,000 bales of hay were set alight in the early hours of the morning.

The Mayflower Inn in Lymington is a popular pub close to the waterfront with celebrity sightings and big screen magic.

Urban Reef has joined the Boathouse Group in a new chapter for the popular Bournemouth seafront venue

Poole Lighting Factory Shop has become a trusted destination for quality lighting at unbeatable prices.

Three couples have celebrated 160 years of marriage by renewing their vows in a special church service in the New Forest

Bournemouth Boating Services Ltd seeks BCP Council licence to sell alcohol and host live music at Tuckton Tea Gardens, Belle Vue Road, until 10.30pm.

Kevin Bristow from Bournemouth and Meyrick Park has secured victory in the Men’s Race to Woodhall Spa Final with a standout round of golf

Native Willow in Wimborne has applied to Dorset Council for a late-night alcohol and entertainment licence. Public comments accepted until 31 August 2026.

Bournemouth Water is urging residents to check their toilets for hidden leaks that could be wasting thousands of litres every year.

Hotel du Vin expanded its corporate retreat programme across all 19 UK locations, including its site in Poole, following a successful pilot earlier this year.

Peter Strawbridge, a 68-year-old Christchurch resident, born and raised in Dorset, to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for charity

A care home resident returned to her former workplace for an ‘emotional’ reunion with her colleagues at Poole Hospital.

A nine-year-old from Bournemouth has completed a 1,322km journey from Sandbanks to St Tropez, climbing more than 7,300 metres along the way.

A man who stabbed a petrol station worker with scissors has been jailed for more than five years.

A new restaurant featuring a coastal brasserie, a menu created by one of Britain’s leading seafood chefs, a bar and boutique rooms is set to open next month.

A Bournemouth knife-crime charity is to hold its first-ever football match in memory of teenager Cameron Hamilton.

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A Bournemouth hotel that is part of the Britannia Group has apologised after a recently engaged couple endured a “disgusting” stay.

The following case was heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

NO decision has yet been made on whether fireworks will take place at Christchurch Carnival on Saturday night.

A man who helped save two people from drowning is urging others to be aware of rip tide dangers.

The British Red Cross has shared exactly what you should do if you see a wildfire in the UK.

UK retailers have been asked to implement a ban on selling disposable barbecues until further notice due to wildfire risks

Carers have days left to have their say as the DWP considers major changes to Carer’s Allowance, including new earnings rules.

The DWP has put out a fresh warning for anyone who receives Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit, PIP and other benefits

The UK government has issued some safety advice for those travelling to the Maldives after five tourists died in May

The upcoming lunar eclipse will follow the deep partial solar eclipse that happened on Wednesday (August 12).

The FSA has issued multiple food safety alerts and ‘do not eat’ warnings for products sold at Tesco, Waitrose and Home Bargains.

Ryanair passengers are being urged to check what kind of razors they can bring in their hand luggage on flights.

Firefly Holidays offered high-quality trips to holiday villages, camping resorts, ski resorts and more across the likes of France, Spain and Italy.

Almost 600 coastguards have called for a vote of no confidence in the chief executive of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

First Ever PorkFest Sets New Standard as Dorset Community Raises Major Funds for Looseheadz

Bournemouth's Friday night fireworks display has been cancelled tonight after a wildfire emergency alert was issued by the government.

Discover the forgotten history of The New Forest Post with these nostalgic photos from their 2006 silver jubilee Jame Bond party at Broadlands estate.

Vikki Slade, the Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, is calling for legal protections to ensure all NHS dentistry funding is spent as intended

A 13-year-old girl was injured in an assault involving two teenage girls in Wareham.

Plans to redevelop a former care home into sheltered accommodation is recommended for approval despite more than 70 objections from locals.

A Bournemouth football club wants to make big changes to its facilities.

Firefighters remain at the scene of a large blaze to carry out further checks after it spread across three fields in Blandford.

Bournemouth University has sought retrospective planning permission for its car parks to be used by the public and university

A specialist toilet for people with severe disabilities has reopened after being closed for a year

The new next door neighbours of Harry and Sandra Redknapp have sparked controversy with plans to demolish the £6m harbourside house they have just bought.

The leader of Everyone is God Party has failed to be elected the MP for Clacton in Thursday’s by-election (August 13) — coming forth last and losing his £500 deposit in the process

Residents around Southbourne and Boscombe are set to hold a meeting to discuss 'concerns' raised about overnight camper van parking.

A campaign calling for free passenger drop-offs at airports across the UK is gathering momentum, with campaigners urging ministers to end charges they say unfairly penalise families, passengers and airport workers.