Morrisons shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning after the supermarket recalled one of its products

Lightning flashed across the skies over Dorset on Thursday night after the hottest June day on record.

The mercury is set to hit nearly 30C this Friday after the UK experienced its hottest June night on record.

A teenage boy who has not been seen since "quite upset" on Thursday evening has been reported missing.

A woman is calling for pavement resurfacing in Winton after a nasty fall on an 'uneven' footpath placed her in hospital.

Brandon Flowers, frontman of The Killers will perform at the O2 Academy in Bournemouth on October 14, showcasing songs from his upcoming solo album, Thrasher.

Highcliffe Beach in Christchurch came second in a list of the UK’s best lesser-known coastal spots, compiled by outdoor experts at Millets.

A man missing in Bournemouth has been found, police have said.

A major search operation was launched after two swimmers went missing on the coast.

A man last who last seen near Bournemouth beach on Thursday evening has been reported missing.

Space Youth Project launched a fundraising campaign to keep its services running after financial pressures forced cut backs on support groups and activities.

Heathers the Musical, based on the iconic cult film, will be performed at Lighthouse Poole from September 29 to October 3.

Purbeck Film Festival returns for its 30th year from August 15 with open-air screenings across Purbeck's most extraordinary locations.

A new DC superhero film and the latest instalment in a slapstick comedy series are among films being shown in Dorset cinemas this weekend.

Avon Beach in Christchurch and Fisherman's Walk Beach in Bournemouth claimed 11th and 18th place in the AA’s ranking of top 20 Blue Flag coastal spots for 2026.

Care South’s Community Fund donated £1,755 to the Truth Be Told project, which delivers Christian-themed storytelling experiences for care home residents.

An inquest has opened following the death of a woman who was found unresponsive on a railway line in Poole.

An Italian restaurant has applied for a licence to sell alcohol daily from 9am to midnight

A major trial aimed to reduce the risk of serious heart complications is underway, supported by National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)

Guided writing walks inspired by Jane Goodall will take place in the peaceful surroundings of Hengistbury Head this weekend.

Guillaume Junior Atangana and his guide runner, Donard Ndim Nyamjua, will be in Bournemouth Square on Saturday, June 27.

Local care home Moors Manor in Ringwood will be opening its doors to the local community on July 10 to join them for a falls prevention workshop at 11am.

Egmont Road, Poole, will close to vehicles from 20–27 July 2026 for Wessex Water works. Parking and loading restricted; alternative routes in place.

Concerns over water quality have been raised following reports of children being hospitalised after swimming in a river.

A Reform town councillor has defected to become an independent due to a lack of openness, and respect for differing views

Dorset Coroner appeals for next of kin of George Ivor Guy, 84, who died in Bournemouth on 23 June 2026. Death not suspicious. Contact 01202 123900.

The backlog of cases in Bournemouth Crown Court increased during the first three months of the year, according to Ministry of Justice data.

Heatherlands Primary School in Poole, has been named a co-lead for inclusion bases by the Department for Education (DfE).

Morebus is offering free travel for current and veteran military personnel on June 27 to mark Armed Forces Day.

G Eaton LTD applies for a Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence at Court Lane Business Park, BH23. Objections to the Traffic Commissioner must be made by July 11

Savers has applied to sell alcohol in Bournemouth town centre

Margaret Green Animal Rescue (MGAR) is delighted to announce the appointment of Joanna Tiffin as its new Chief Executive.

A summer of dance and theatre events is set to take place across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as part of Pavilion Dance South West’s latest season.

That was the surreal summer when local students sat their A-level exams shirtless and barefoot.

Under new rules set out during London Climate Action Week, items containing ingredients linked to illegal rainforest destruction could be pulled from sale

Nationwide, which Clydesdale Bank earlier this year, announced the move on June 24

A THREE vehicle crash forced the A31 to close for more than two hours

The final accounts for the company which previously owned the Vitality Stadium have been published, showing the price paid for the stadium.

Multiple schools are closed today across BCP and Dorset as the heatwave continues. We will be bringing you live updates.

Located beneath the busy streets of Bournemouth, there is a cinematic secret so small you might just miss it if you blink.

A class C drug is being consumed on an 'almost industrial scale' by groups at Bournemouth's beaches, police say.

Lilliput Sailing Club, based at the Blue Lagoon in Poole and established in 1956, will hold its 70th annual regatta on July 18 and 19.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning of thunderstorms, which will be in place from midnight to 10am on Friday, June 26.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning of thunderstorms, which will be in place from 6pm to 11.59pm on Thursday, June 25.

Over 1,500 people, alongside Vikki Slade MP have backed a petition for improved road safety on Wimborne Road near Knobcrook Bridge, Dorset.

Jessica Toale MP met with Policing Minister, Sarah Jones MP, to raise the impact of shoplifting, anti-social behaviour and police response times.

Bright bursts of summer colour will once again light up the coast.

A man in his 70s was seriously injured after being hit by a car in Christchurch.

The passenger of a vehicle which crashed into an e-scooter rider, hospitalising him with "life-threatening" injuries, has said it was a "messed up situation."

Residents and visitors are being urged to stay alert as thunderstorms are forecast to hit parts of the South West.