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Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team has reported a busy week of activity across the county, including arrests, vehicle seizures, and community engagement.

Documentary screenings are set to spark community conversations around environmental and social action.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Documentary screenings are set to spark community conversations around environmental and social action.

Randy’s Donuts, the famous American chain, is set to make its UK debut in Edinburgh.

Ed Sheeran questions his future as an artist after Macklemore’s tour removal, Gaza comments and backing acts’ withdrawals.

Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team has reported a busy week of activity across the county, including arrests, vehicle seizures, and community engagement.

Labour figures, including Lord Neil Kinnock, are calling for Prime Minister Andy Burnham to introduce compulsory voting.

Cut your energy bills with these seven expert tips that are easy to do around your home.

Only 1,500 first edition copies of J.R.R Tolkein’s The Hobbit were ever printed, and one was recently found and valued at £64,420.

St Aldhelm’s Academy in Poole drew large numbers of parents and prospective pupils from the local area on Wednesday, September 16.

Dorset Council announces road closures and speed restrictions in Verwood and Blandford Forum for National Grid and resurfacing works from 5–31 October 2026.

African Soul Rebels, a concert featuring three acclaimed African artists, will come to Lighthouse Poole on Saturday, October 3.

The Sundown Adventures will return to Go Ape Moors Valley from October 16, offering visitors the chance to tackle high ropes courses and zip lines in the dark

A care home has marked Mexican Independence Day with a day of music, food, and culture

A rare Easy Rider Billy Bike replica, built by Lucky Buck Custom Cycles, will be auctioned at Charterhouse, Haynes Motor Museum, 26 Nov. Estimate: £15k-£17k.

Tiny Italiano in Southbourne, Bournemouth, has applied to BCP Council for a premises licence to serve alcohol with food daily. Comments open until 30 September.

Vikki Slade MP has called for an urgent meeting with senior Post Office officials following the closure of Wareham Post Office.

Tides Cafe in Highcliffe has been earning praise for its welcoming atmosphere and quality brunches, among other factors

A man arrested at Bournemouth Airport on suspicion of rape was one of 19 people detained there over four years, according to a Dorset Police Freedom of Information response.

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.