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A property survey firm has boosted business by using AI-powered phone assistant.

A festive adventure inspired by Lewis Carroll is being brought to life at a historic Hampshire venue.

A classic Christmas ballet is coming to Poole this November.

Magna Care Centre in Wimborne, operated by Care UK, will host a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday, September 25, from 10am to 12pm at its Arrowsmith Road site.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Sir Derek Jacobi will discuss his six-decade career at Lighthouse Poole on Wednesday October 28.

A coach holiday company has made two senior appointments to support its ongoing growth plans.

The 2026 Ocean Film Festival World Tour will visit Christchurch and Poole this autumn with short films about the sea.

A rare exhibition of wedding dresses spanning 150 years opens to the public this autumn, charting the evolution of bridal fashion.

Juliet & Romeo, created by Ben Duke and presented by Lost Dog, will be performed at Lighthouse Poole on Tuesday, November 3, at 7.45pm.

A packed season of comedy and live entertainment is coming to the south coast.

A new photography exhibition is putting nature in focus through a lens of creativity and inclusion.

Recruitment teams are gearing up for demanding charity endurance challenge in a test of stamina and teamwork.

An antiques valuation day will give people chance to raise funds and uncover hidden treasures.

Friends of Skerryvore are set to meet on Saturday, September 19, from 10am to 12pm.

The Poole branch of the Royal British Legion will kick off this year’s campaign at the Dolphin Centre on Saturday, October 24.

For Your Eyes Only in Bournemouth seeks to renew its sexual entertainment licence with BCP Council. Objections can be submitted in writing by 5 October 2026.

White Watch at Redhill Park Fire Station in Bournemouth received the Fire and Rescue Authority Making a Difference Award.

Chapel Lane in Bransgore will close for Circet UK utility works from 21 September 2026 for up to 2 days. Alternative routes via Hill Lane and West Road.

This weekend sees the release of a new film based on Resident Evil, a new film from Aardman Animations and a dark comedy, alongside other films in BCP cinemas

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.