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Today 22:00

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Fri 04:00

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Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast

Former Bournemouth in Bloom chairman speaks out about the town's 'very sad' decline

A man who helped make Bournemouth one of the best-kept towns in the country says he is “extremely sad” to see the resort’s decline.

'I'll miss you so much' Tributes paid & flowers left for police officer hit by train

Heartbreaking tributes and over 60 bouquets have been left for 24-year-old Dorset Police officer PC Alex Ayre as an appeal is set up for his funeral.

Officers recover trailer stolen in 2025 from Thames Valley area

A trailer that was reported stolen in 2025 has now been located by officers in Dorset.

Parking suspended for nine days on Bournemouth road during SGN works

Parking will be suspended on a road in Bournemouth for nine days next month.

Former top military adviser to warn Dorset of climate security threat

A former top military adviser is set to deliver a stark warning about the urgent threats posed by climate change.

BCP LIFE card user saves just £1.20 after two weekends testing local discounts

BCP Council launched the BCP LIFE card this summer, offering residents access to discounts at attractions, cafés, and businesses across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

Council backs call for more scrutiny of water quality amid E. coli contamination

Councillors have backed a motion calling for greater scrutiny of water quality in Christchurch Harbour and the River Stour, while rejecting plans for a council-run volunteer testing scheme.