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The Great British Schools Guide has shared five red flags that parents need to know when attending school open days

West Moors Youth Football Club invites children aged 7-9 to Saturday Fundamental Kickers sessions at Fryer Field, helping build skills, confidence and teamwork.

Georgina Emerson and Conor Maher, who both trained with Ellis Jones Solicitors, have joined the partnership at the Dorset-based firm.

A pub in Poole has reopened following a major three-week refurbishment designed to enhance the experience for guests while preserving its place at the heart of the community.

Daz Preuss, chief operating officer of the UK arm of CybExer, is an expert adviser for 'The Wargame', airing on Sky One and NOW TV.

Top 15 accountancy and business advisory firm, Saffery, has strengthened its Bournemouth team with 11 new trainee starters

Christchurch Rotary’s inaugural Dinner About Town offered diners a culinary tour across Christchurch while raising funds for Christchurch's Parkinson’s UK.

Grand Fire Ride to travel across all Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service stations to support Fire Fighters Charity and Bristol Children’s Hospital

Moors Manor in Ringwood was filled with music, laughter and plenty of singing as residents and staff came together to enjoy a Country & Western morning.

Littledown, Stokewood, and Pelhams, all operated by BH Live in partnership with BCP Council, received a 'Very Good' rating through the Quest quality assessment scheme.

University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) is urging residents to register their organ donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register

People across Dorset are being encouraged to think about the moments that matter most to them, as a campaign launches to help more people stop smoking for good.

A beloved Christmas classic is set to be screened in Poole accompanied by a live orchestra this December.

Hugh Cornwell, the legendary former frontman of The Stranglers, has announced his final solo acoustic tour with a performance in Poole on November 21.

The Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne secured £175,624 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support a 14-month project.

Study found scars caused by traditional anchoring shrank by more than 90 per cent within five years of eco-moorings being installed in Studland Bay in Dorset.

Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar in Boscombe, last year’s winner of Best Community Pub at the Great British Pub Awards, has again reached the national final.

911 will perform at The Regent on Saturday, October 24, as part of their 30th Anniversary Tour.

Churchill Living is proposing to build around 31 one and two-bedroom apartments on The Close in Ringwood

Tom Hayes MP welcomed the Government’s announcement that specialist courtrooms for rape and other sexual offences will be introduced over the next 2 years.

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.