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Rick Roi Limited seeks a premises licence for Syd's Slaps, Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, to serve alcohol and host live music until midnight daily.

An independent natural products store which specialised in sourcing eco-friendly, healthy sustainable, greener brands will close its doors after a decade in trade.

Purbeck Cider Company, based in Dorset, will host its second annual Apple Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Dorset Cider Farm (BH20 5JP).

Our pub of the week is a 16th -centaury venue tucked away in a Hampshire village which has survived two years of closure thanks to the local community.

Shoplifting is not a victimless crime; that is why it is so important to tackle these harmful offences robustly and in a targeted way.

Residents are being invited to help shape plans to protect Christchurch Harbour at a public meeting next month.

Beaulieu prepares to welcome enthusiasts from around the world to its International Autojumble on September 12-13.

Hampshire County Council to close several New Forest roads from August 2026 for 18 months. Find details, affected routes, and diversions for local drivers.

Rachel Bright’s Art Tribe workshops are taking place at Happy River Retreat near Wareham.

Swanage Jazz Festival 2001 saw record crowds as 30 bands brought New Orleans jazz to Dorset.

NHS is urging Brits to start booking flu jabs to ease winter demands in A&E departments.

UK travel company Golf Villa Rentals Ltd has ceased trading (as of August 18), with all holiday packages cancelled - are you affected?

Shoppers have been warned not to use some products and not to eat some foods this week, including items sold at Tesco and Waitrose.

David Tennant has not yet returned in audio form as the 14th Doctor, despite featuring as the 10th Doctor in new stories.

Brits are being urged to retune their TVs after five channel changes were made in the latest Freeview update on August 19, 2026.

Shoppers can buy chocolates, including Maltesers, M&Ms and Galaxy Counters, for just 1p from Co-op for a limited time - here's how.

A chocolate bar has returned to shelves at Asda after nearly 30 years.

The UK Cinema Association (UKCA) said many venues have already banned or limited the use of the glasses over both privacy and piracy concerns.

A rare £2 coin has sold for more than £134 after its fried egg error started a bidding war.

Harry Redknapp will pen an exclusive weekly column for the Daily Echo where he will dissect the Cherries’ performances in the Premier League and in Europe, reminisce on his time as Bournemouth boss and run the rule over the biggest issues in the game.

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.