Good morning - we are receiving reports along with photos of flooding on several roads and in multiple areas across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) following persistent heavy rain.

The large number of fires are the result of extended dry spells, heatwaves, and high winds have created the perfect conditions for wildfires to ignite and spread rapidly.

Residents of Poole have launched a petition calling on the council to include their local play park in the authority’s Plan for Play strategy.

A MAN accused of setting the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) alight is set to appear at crown court.

Ringwood Carnival couldn’t happen without its local sponsors, and this year’s headline sponsor, for the first year, is Donaldson Ross & Co.

CONCERNS have been raised over Bournemouth’s reputation following a series of recent incidents in the town.

Birdwatchers were dazzled after a pair of birds of prey were involved in a spectacular aerial chase over Poole Harbour.

MAJOR plans have been submitted to convert the former Homebase site at Redlands, Poole Road, into a new Marks & Spencer site.

Bournemouth Airport has received approval by BCP Council to expand its terminal in a huge £50million investment.

BEACH swimming is not being advised after ‘storm sewage’ was discharged into the sea following heavy rain.

Fares on bus routes around Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are set to increase from Sunday.

BOURNEMOUTH’S newest penguin chicks are the third most endangered species of their kind in the world, as an oceanarium works to conserve the breed.

A local cricket legend is set to hang up his bat this weekend after more than 850 matches, 8,000 runs and more than 1,600 wickets.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Mr Paine, who was single, of no fixed abode and unemployed, was born on March 30, 1996.

Pennyfarthing Homes launches 106 affordable homes at Hawthorn Place, Fordingbridge. Shared ownership and First Homes scheme available. Completion winter 2025.

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for heavy rain in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, affecting travel August 29 –September 3. Latest local forecast.

Tom Hayes MP launches work experience placements for young people, offering hands-on insight into parliamentary work, policy, and MP office skills in the UK.

Wimborne BID renewal ballot set for October. Levy payers to decide future of business support, town centre projects, and local events from 2026–2031.

PEOPLE are being invited to take participation a challenge to take on a 105ft abseil down one of Bournemouth’s most iconic landmarks in support of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity.

'Heritage Open Days is an annual celebration of England's history and culture that allows visitors free access to heritage sites and community events that are either not usually open to the public, would normally charge an entrance fee, or are puttin...

Ferndown Manor care home in Dorset hosted a Hawaiian-themed summer fair, welcoming the community with live music, games, stalls, and home tours.

Far from being a 'loss', the release of green belt land offers a clean slate - a chance to weave transport and housing into a single, modern vision.

The real question is "what happened to the young artists?"

This is followed by the family-friendly pantomime "Snow White" by Ben Crocker, with performances from December 27 to December 30.

"We couldn’t have done it without the generosity of our supporters, and we’re so grateful to everyone who made it possible."

Clare Gaille, CEO of Dorset's Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, appointed as external advisor to RCN Foundation, supporting UK nursing grants and fundraising.

Enjoy free entry to Buckler’s Hard Museum on the Beaulieu River for Heritage Open Days. Explore maritime history, HMS Agamemnon exhibition, and guided tours.

Azets urges UK government to deliver real regulatory reform for Dorset SMEs, following new "Backing Your Business" strategy to cut red tape and boost growth.

South Lytchett Manor Holiday Park near Poole wins AA Five-Star Platinum Award for tenth year, plus VisitEngland Gold, recognising top UK holiday park standards.

Bournemouth Horticultural Society hosts its autumn flower show at St Francis of Assisi Church Hall on 6 September, featuring flowers, veg, crafts & bakery.

Inside Out Dorset festival brings international dance, martial arts, and climate-themed performances to Weymouth, with Sonnet of Samsara finale, 19-20 Sept.

Cherry Tree Nursery hosts a plant sale and autumn fayre in Northbourne in September, featuring stalls, live music, raffle, BBQ, and Dorset Wildlife Trust.

Details are available on the Dorset Greener Homes website, which also features short films of some of the showcased homes.

A WALKING tour is inviting people to delve into the ghostly past of Poole’s Old Town.

A vaccine for chickenpox will be rolled out on the NHS in England from January, officials have announced.

A road in Ferndown is partially blocked after reports of accident, updates to follow.

Weymouth lifeboat crews were called to the rescue of a group of people who had reportedly been swept into the sea at Durdle Door

BOURNEMOUTH Airport has been approved for a terminal expansion as part of a £50million investment into the site.

A man has been hospitalised with 'serious' injuries after a three car crash in Ferndown.

Jet Thomas-Day, 22, from Weymouth, tragically died in a crash on Warmwell Road, near Dorchester. Family pays tribute to beloved athlete and coach.

New figures from the Met Office indicate that this summer will “almost certainly” be the UK’s warmest on record.

Wonderful weather for the bank holiday weekend and an opportunity to spend time on the beach with two of my grandchildren.

A man caused more than £1000 of damage to a Wetherspoon pub in Bournemouth town centre.

Stuart Howes died on August 22 after he was involved in a crash at East Stoke. The inquest into his death was opened by coroner Richard Middleton at Bournemouth Town Hall on August 27.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

The amount of debt BCP council has risen by nearly eighty million in a year.

Bournemouth School for Girls has been named among England's top 100 state schools according to a list from the Daily Mail.

The DVSA has published its annual data for driving test centre pass rates, with Dorset's hardets place to pass a test revealed

A number of cats in Dorset from the Cats Protection charity are looking to find new homes in the county