A beachfront restaurant has been transformed into a cosy and relaxed eatery after being taken over by new owners.

A teenager has injuries believed to be potentially life-threatening after a serious crash.

The owner of a farm shop said his business lost hundreds of pounds after thieves ran out with arms full of steak.

It is being marketed by Chesters Harcourt and being offered with vacant possession.

Sham Rocks Music Festival returns to New Milton, Hampshire, 15–17 May, with expanded line-up, tribute acts, local talent, and charity support for Oakhaven.

Parkinson’s exercise classes at BH Live Active Littledown, Bournemouth, supported by Parkinson’s UK, boost strength and confidence for local participants.

Arts University Bournemouth students collaborate with Brompton Court to redesign the Grade II listed retirement complex in Bournemouth.

Salty & Sane launches organic cotton hoodies for UK sea swimmers, capturing post-swim afterglow. Pre-order the debut collection at saltyandsane.co.uk.

A wildlife photographer from Upton has captured breath taking photographs of the largest UK bird of prey perching on a piece of driftwood in Dorset.

Residents in Bournemouth, Broadstone and Poole now have town councils after BCP Council controversially voted to establish the three new lower tier authorities.

Properties in Poole are now considered some of the strongest for rental return across the United Kingdom, according to data collected from Rental Trend’s Tracker report, published by Right Move

Worth Matravers in Dorset was named among Britain's poshest villages for 2026 according to The Telegraph's annual list

Starting a job won’t trigger the same benefit checks under new DWP rules—find out how the changes affect you.

Planned roadworks have been announced by BCP Council and are expected to cause delays of varying severity.

Evershot in Dorset has been picked out as one of the UK’s best spring villages to visit by London North East Railway (LNER). Here's why.

Three churches—St Katharine’s, St Nicholas, and All Saints—merge to form the new Southbourne-on-Sea parish in Bournemouth, launching 12 April 2026.

Lidl has shared a number of locations where it wants to build new stores, including five in Dorset

Chez Fred in Bournemouth has been named as one of Britain's best fish restaurants by The Good Food Guide

For 2026/27, BCP Council has approved a net budget of £457 million to help maintain local services and has set a 6.7 per cent increase in council tax which is expected to raise £307 million for the council.

Personal Independence Payment claims have hit a record 3.9 million as new rules begin - here’s what’s changing and why approval rates are falling.

Martin Lewis warns couples about a hidden financial risk that could cause problems later plus the simple habit that can help avoid it.

One pilot-approved viral hack that uses an AirTag to help avoid lost luggage could in fact have the opposite effect

This is how a Phillips coffee machine transformed my mornings, myself and saved me a load of cash.

The golden eagle will be reintroduced to England as the Government announces new funding.

Construction work on Rockwater’s planned Sandbanks venue was halted after it “ran out of money”, its founder and CEO has said.

A superyacht docked in Poole Harbour has been catching the eye of passers-by, with many blown away by the sheer size of the vessel.

Poole nurse Victoria Wonham, living with osteoarthritis, to run Brighton Marathon 2026 for Arthritis UK, raising funds and awareness for arthritis research.

BCP Council urges Bournemouth, Broadstone and Poole voters to apply for postal votes by 5pm, 21 April, ahead of local elections on 7 May 2026.

A concern for the welfare of a woman in the water sparked a major search off Bournemouth.

Hospital staff from Dorset have scooped a whopping £500,000 prize in the National Lottery Thunderball draw

The list of candidates for Bournemouth Town Council has been announced ahead of residents going to the polls in May.

The list of candidates for Poole Town Council has been announced ahead of residents going to the polls in May.

The list of candidates for Broadstone Town Council hasbeen announced ahead of residents going to the polls in May.

A bomb disposal team was called to a bay in West Lulworth following reports of a potential unexploded device on the beach.

Friends from Dorchester have proved that they’ve got an eye for a bargain after winning on a hit BBC antiques show

More than 8,000 people have visited a breath-taking illuminated artwork of the Sun at a Dorset venue

A body has been found in the New Forest in the search for a man who went missing last weekend.

Sandbanks named the UK’s cleanest beach in new study, scoring 9.86/10 for cleanliness, water quality, Blue Flag status and smoke-free policy. Poole, Dorset.

A rare 1969 Aston Martin DBS will be auctioned at Charterhouse’s Haynes Motor Museum classic car sale on 4 June valued at 60,000–£70,000.

Parkinson’s Dance classes at Pavilion Dance South West support people with Parkinson’s and carers. Join the World Parkinson’s Day event on 17 April.

A man has been arrested and charged after reported robbery at a Charminster petrol station.

Upton Bay Care in Hamworthy named among Top 20 Care Homes in South West by Carehome.co.uk for fifth year, with a 10/10 rating and CQC ‘Good’ grade.

Poole Festival of Running returns to Poole Park on June 7, featuring relays and children’s races to raise funds for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity.

Unseen 1980s rock star photos, including Prince and Tina Turner, go on show at Exbury’s Palais des Vaches Art Gallery. Free exhibition, April–May 2026.

Ferndown Manor hosts a "dining in the dark" event on 23 April to support Guide Dogs UK and raise sight loss awareness.

Wimborne Minster marked Easter 2026 with Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday services, a Bun Walk to St Stephen’s, and Easter egg hunt for children.

A new boat designed to provide free trips for people with disabilities will be officially launched next week in Poole.

The Diocese of Salisbury appoints Keli Bolton as head of growing younger to boost church engagement with children, families and youth.

Save Energy UK supports Youth Cancer Trust, providing free wellbeing holidays and online help for young people with cancer across the UK and Ireland.

Join Diverse Abilities’ free Dorset networking event, ‘Pastries with…’, in Christchurch on 8 July. Connect with local businesses and support disability charity.