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Ferndown Manor, located on Golf Links Road in Ferndown, is inviting members of the public to join residents for its monthly Gentlemen’s Club

Kings Park Care Home in Ferndown, run by Barchester Healthcare, marked Housekeeping Appreciation Week by recognising the vital contributions of the team

Mandy Preston has celebrated an 'incredible' 15 years at Kings Castle Montessori School in Tuckton, having joined the school in 2011.

The Furrow Collective, known for their contemporary takes on traditional songs, will perform at the Lighthouse Poole on November 5.

Nathan Bingham has joined Christchurch-based Polyhose (UK) Ltd as financial director.

Travis Perkins Hire’s senior leadership team will take on a charity walk of more than 13 miles starting from Corfe Castle in support of Alzheimer's Society.

Poole-based MSP Capital has named Tom Edmunds as lead business development manager for the Midlands, bringing more than a decade of experience.

Dorset Artist Open Studios (DAOS) will run for nine days from August 28 to September 5, 2027, and will highlight artists and makers from across the county.

Hengistbury Beach was included in the 2026 dog-friendly beach guide by Vets Now, one of only 10 beaches to be featured, so here's where to stay.

Tops Day Nurseries has been recognised in the Dorset LTD 2026 report, celebrating the performance of Dorset’s leading privately owned businesses.

Bournemouth has once again been recognised for its vibrant and safe night-time economy, as it retains Purple Flag accreditation for a 16th consecutive year

The Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF) will take place at the Hilton Bournemouth on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10.

Martha’s Rule, already in place on inpatient wards, will be introduced to every A&E department across England.

Snap Fitness will launch the 10,000 sq. ft gym on Victoria Road in Ferndown in the former Poundland unit in November.

Former Olympian Dalton Grant led a surprise coaching session for Wimborne Athletic Club athletes

Hobbit Day and the discovery of a £64,000 first edition of The Hobbit, have brought Tolkien’s links to the South Coast back into the spotlight.

A property in Poole has been ordered to remove mobility scooters, scrap metal, vehicle parts, oil drums, and other waste from their garden after BCP Council said the site is harming the appearance of the neighbourhood

As mortgage rates rise and the cost of living bites, a vital community hub in Boscombe is offering a lifeline to hundreds of residents every week.

A proposal to enhance facilities at Solent Meads Golf Course with a process beginning to appoint an operator to the site until 2051.

A mum who had no idea she was pregnant gave birth to an 8lb 1oz baby just FIVE hours after going to hospital with “excruciating” stomach pains.

These old photos show the world-famous beauty spot of Lulworth Cove over the years

Purbeck Cider launches People’s Choice cider in Dorset, donating £1 per litre sold to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Community-grown apples support charity.

Plans for a new 'build your own' waterfront home with panoramic views have been approved for a site in Dorset

Dorset is the location for Mike Leigh's Play For Today, Nuts in May, which is free to watch on BBC iPlayer

A YouTube video provides an insightful look at Brownsea Island in 1962.

Only Fools and Horses repeats are as popular as ever this Christmas - but did you know that the classic BBC comedy was not once, but twice filmed in Dorset?

Sandbanks Ferry staff were 'verbally abused' by passengers during a temporary suspension.

Hundreds of jobs are to be created at a holiday park as part of a major nationwide investment.