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Denise Welch has announced her departure from ITV’s Loose Women after more than 25 years, as she looks to focus on her growing acting career.

Residents around Southbourne and Boscombe are set to hold a meeting to discuss 'concerns' raised about overnight camper van parking.

A campaign calling for free passenger drop-offs at airports across the UK is gathering momentum, with campaigners urging ministers to end charges they say unfairly penalise families, passengers and airport workers.

Firefly Holidays offered high-quality trips to holiday villages, camping resorts, ski resorts and more across the likes of France, Spain and Italy.

Steam & Vintage Fest Returns: A Triumphant Celebration of Heritage, Family & Community 28-30 August 2026 - Fryern Court Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1ND

Fire crews remain at the scene of the New Forest wildfire for the sixth day- updates to follow.

As a small business owner in Bournemouth, I am deeply concerned about the future of our town centre and the growing number of independent businesses that are disappearing.

A man has died after falling from a height at an address in Bournemouth.

A charity craft fair has raised £555 to support good causes.

Holidaymakers have been urged not to cancel trips to the New Forest as tourism chiefs reassured visitors that businesses across the area remain open despite the ongoing wildfire.

Aldi is supporting its charity partner, Freedom4Girls, in calling for more supermarkets to make free period products available in store toilets.

The Filo Project in Devon has supported more than 5,000 people since it began in 2014 and has expanded its services to nearly 100 groups. including ones in BCP

Sereno Lounge will open on Cheap Street in Sherborne on Wednesday, September 9, offering an all-day menu and a welcoming atmosphere for the whole community.

Children from Tops Poole attended a performance of the stage adaptation of The Tiger Who Came to Tea at Lighthouse Poole

A Parkstone care home resident took part in a race around Poole Harbour to fulfil her special sailing wish.

Celebrate Wimborne Minster’s culture at a live concert on September 19. Enjoy music, local footage, and support the Minster Makes Music appeal.

Montgomerie Rise in Barton-on-Sea offers 27 two-bedroom apartments at social rent, developed by housing association VIVID in partnership with AJC Group

This weekend sees the release of a science fiction film, a comedy film, and a film based on a celebrity chef, alongside other films in cinemas across BCP.

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council for towns within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

Vikki Slade, the Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, is calling for legal protections to ensure all NHS dentistry funding is spent as intended

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.