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Appeal following indecent exposure in Bournemouth by man in fishnet stockings and skirt

Background: Swanage seafront improvement projectSwanage seafront is the focus of a multi-million-pound programme intended to stabilise vulnerable public land, protect important open spaces and improve one of the town’s main visitor areas.

Otherwise known as Winchester alt-folk musician Kate Stables and her band, This Is the Kit (terrible name) have been ploughing an independent furrow across the middle echelons of indie pop for two decades now.

A call has been made to protect a Second World War gun position overlooking Swanage seafront.

Towels smelling musty? An expert reveals simple laundry mistakes to avoid and how to keep bath towels fresh, soft and fluffy for longer.

Lightsabers, superheroes, and all things pop culture are set to take over Bournemouth Comic Con this weekend.

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a crash with a van in Poole.

A Winton bike shop has gone into liquidation after customers who spent thousands on bikes and servicing found it closed, with its social media, website and phone line suddenly removed.

As businesses across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole continue to face recruitment challenges, there has never been a better time to invest in the next generation of talent.

Argos has revealed its 2026 Top Toys, from a £15 wooden train set to £150 LEGO, with movie favourites and interactive toys also tipped to be big.

A rule linked to the rising State Pension age means some people turning 66 may have to wait months for a free bus pass.

Millions face a longer wait for their State Pension as the age rises to 67 by 2028. Seven groups could be most at risk.

Tesco is warning customers not to eat one of its products which has been recalled due to a potential health risk.

The Aedes aegypti mosquito, known to transmit viruses such as dengue and Zika virus, has been found breeding in the UK for the first time.

Tributes have been paid to an “inspirational” netball coach with a “larger-than-life personality”.

Children and young people in Dorset are invited to share their experiences, ideas, hopes and concerns for the future through a major national survey.

Karen Gorham, Bishop of Sherborne and acting Bishop of Salisbury, will take on the 20 church challenge in Poole as part of the annual Ride + Stride event

Dorset Police has raised concerns over a proposed boxing event in Bournemouth Town Centre.

Sherborne Schools Group has announced the appointment of Dr Ruth Sullivan as its first group chief executive officer

Arts by the Sea revealed final artists joining its festival, completing this year’s programme with music, theatre, dance, poetry and creativity for the family

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.