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Tinnitus UK is bringing its free Tinnitus Information Day to Bournemouth on September 5 at Pavilion Dance South West.

People of New Milton have gathered to honour 31 lives lost during the Second World War

Bournemouth will open the Imperial Classical Ballet's 20th anniversary UK season with a performance of Swan Lake on September 29.

Hengistbury West, located near Bournemouth, was selected as one of just 10 beaches featured in the 2026 dog-friendly beach guide compiled by Vets Now.

Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has been named among the least affordable places in the South West to buy a new-build home.

Before the supermarkets moved in, Poole's Alder Road was the heart of a sugary empire.

Former Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith has called for a ban on lunchboxes as she hopes this will improve children's health.

Number plate cameras could be installed at a pub car park after the owners said spaces were being abused by people not using the venue.

A GOFUNDME page has been set up to raise funds for mum after being diagnosed with rare cancer.

A man reportedly fled on foot after being involved in a collision on a suspected stolen moped in Wimborne.

A surf life saving club is preparing to mark 40 years of service and community impact.

A garden room built to house a golf simulator has landed its owner in a row with neighbours over planning rules.

A BLANDFORD Forum town centre building is to be converted into a hotel.

Former Gladiators star Shadow visited Bournemouth to support an anti-knife crime charity.

Number plate cameras could be installed at a pub car park after the owners said spaces were being abused by people not using the venue.

Tuckton Tea Gardens, in Wick, recently applied for a full time premises licence to provide a range of community-focused events, dining experiences and activities.

Despite this being my first (but certainly not my last) year at the We Out Here, I quickly realised it was far more than your average festival.

Sweet, funny and unexpectedly affecting; Waitress brought a generous slice of warmth to Bournemouth Pavilion on it's opening night.

A woman who is moving her business out of the town centre has created a petition to introduce one hour of free parking in the area to encourage footfall.

Plans to secure a new future for Hicks Farm and generate investment in the historic site are set to be discussed by councillors.

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.