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A councillor has called for exploring giving Christchurch Harbour legal rights to exist, thrive and be protected from pollution and ecological destruction.

A developer has submitted a revised plan to build a bungalow after a previous proposal was rejected.

A plan for a block of flats in Christchurch is being considered following previous refusals

Local builder Steve Bonner has launched a campaign to save one of Bournemouth’s best-loved historic landmarks from decay.

A window cleaner is offering discounted services to residents after a road project in Poole left homes coated in dust.

A major overhaul of Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) services aims to provide earlier support by reduce the number of EHCPs, increase spaces in mainstream schools and build a new special school.

Coastal defence upgrades is under way along a stretch of seafront in Christchurch between Avon Beach and Highcliffe.

Plans for late-night music at a bar and restaurant in Poole has sparked concerns about anti-social behaviour.

Hunt's Food Group is an independent food and drink wholesaler based in Sherborne, supplying pubs, restaurants, care homes, schools, and convenience stores across the South West

A reformed planning service has cut its application backlog by 95 per cent.

Long-delayed plans for 53 homes could finally be given the green light after a dispute over land held up the development for more than two years.

Poole restaurant DrgnFly faces 27 objections to plans for live music and late-night refreshments until 3.30am in a residential area.

A proposal to convert the two floors of commercial office in the Bournemouth Triangle into flats has been submitted.

Pannage is a New Forest tradition that usually takes place between September and November, but what are the dates for 2026?

We have received reports of a 'major incident' on A35 Dorset Way

Tensions are rising in Poole as residents raise concerns over unverified claims that migrants are being housed in town-centre hotels

Police caught a driver that was travelling at three times the speed limit in a temporary 20mph zone in Poole.

Here are your rights if your flight gets cancelled by your airline.

UK airports are facing delays and groundings as air traffic control is hit with problems.

A beachfront property is set to be demolished despite it going on the market for whopping £6m.

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.