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A Poole MP is calling for an end to greyhound racing, urging England to follow in the shoes of Scotland and Wales by banning the competitive sport.

Three people were arrested in Poole after an aggressive shoplifting incident escalated when 'street drinkers' obstructed officers.

Comedy is making a comeback at a seafront venue for the first time since a devastating fire.

The Old Mill is the historic riverside pub in the New Forest which boasts one of Britain's best beer gardens.

The UK's largest bird of prey, a white-tailed eagle has been spotted perching in the New Forest.

A woman wearing nothing but a bath towel decided to confront and chase off a thief, after she caught him trying to steal tools from her father's work van.

Plans have emerged for up to 350 homes and a primary school on farmland in the New Forest.

A solo sailor is making a final fundraising push after a 2,000-nautical-mile charity voyage.

Poole-based author S.R. Moore has written Burger Wars, which will be published on October 6.

Shoppers at supermarkets across the UK, including Tesco and Asda, have been issued warnings this week as products were recalled by the FSA and OPSS

A bid to change the use of a stable block and teach children with special educational needs and disabilities has been recommended for refusal

Dorset will mark 999 Emergency Services Day on September 9 by flying the 999 Emergency Services Flag over County Hall as a public show of support.

BCP Council says it is powerless to stop roadworks taking place, even if they are likely to cause major delays.

The following case was heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Create with Katie: Pop Up, led by Poole artist and educator Katie Munro, will run from September 23 to September 25 at Gather in the Dolphin Centre, Poole.

Public outrage over the hospitalisation of young children has triggered a major political and community response in Dorset, with local leaders demanding immediate water-quality reform.

Dorset Council will close roads in Wimborne Minster and Sturminster Marshall for resurfacing and power works from September 2026. See details and diversions.

Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes has welcomed a commitment from Policing Minister Sarah Jones MP to consult on police funding principles following a meeting.

Poole photographers offer two couples free wedding photography and videography

It has been a year since Eype picnic area closed for the final time, bringing an end to a popular stopping point on the A35 near Bridport

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.