The A31 has been closed for 11 days following a fire which has torn through acres of heathland on either side of the road. National Highways have now announced resurfacing of the carriageway has been completed and new safety barriers installed but road repair works will continue into the weekend.

Public objections to a drinks licence for a cocktail and wine bar have led to a public hearing to decide the application.

Superhero Saturday returns on Saturday, August 22 to Hobbycraft stores across the UK, including Dorset ones in Longham and Poole

Diverse Abilities, a Dorset charity, is inviting professionals and businesses to its next “Pastries with…” event on September 23.

Mampitts Community Hub will include a café, activity hall, and family services as part of a multi-use public space designed to serve residents of all ages.

The Halloween at Moors Valley illuminated light trail is back this autumn from October 23 to November 1.

Sumo Sushi, Ojo’s Pizza, and Betsylicious are the latest independent eateries to open on the first floor of The Dolphin Centre

Young technicians are gaining hands-on engineering experience through a new partnership from the Tank Museum in Bovington and Babcock.