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Almost half of adults in the South West are living with chronic pain, new research has revealed

Superhero Saturday returns on Saturday, August 22 to Hobbycraft stores across the UK, including Dorset ones in Longham and Poole

A decision to fund Christmas lights in just four areas has sparked criticism from councillors

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

The past two weeks have once again shown exactly why Safeguard Community Support (SCS) was created and how much can be achieved when a community comes together.

Politics is child’s play. Election swings and roundabouts. See-sawing finances. Council and committee climbing frames to be surmounted as you try to get things done.

Mampitts Community Hub will include a café, activity hall, and family services as part of a multi-use public space designed to serve residents of all ages.

Forest Holme Hospice Charity raised nearly £3,500 at a Summer Bingo Night, which Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties supported as the headline sponsor

Margaret Green Animal Rescue has announced the new date for its Country Fayre and Dog Show at its Church Knowle centre in Dorset, on October 4.

Richard Davis, from Bournemouth, spent 70 days cycling through England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in support of Willow.

Sumo Sushi, Ojo’s Pizza, and Betsylicious are the latest independent eateries to open on the first floor of The Dolphin Centre

Bournemouth MP Tom Hayes backs Andy Burnham’s government plan to end rough sleeping by Christmas, funding housing, healthcare and local homelessness support.

Lucy Rigby, economic secretary to the Treasury, toured the JP Morgan site alongside Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East.

Dorset housewife believed she was the cause of illness to others, and on his recommendation, a judge sent her to a secure hospital.

Nearly 30,000 ice creams and ice lollies have been sold along Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s coastline in just four days

A new independent butchers has opened in Tuckton, aiming to bring high-quality meat to families, fitness enthusiasts and home cooks at more accessible prices.

A café destroyed by an accidental electrical fault nearly two months ago has begun the process of reopening.

A van was stolen from a driveway after the thief stole the keys from inside the house.

A van was stolen from a driveway after the thief stole the keys from inside the house.

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.