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Michael Bretton, who murdered Craig Hurcombe with a samurai sword outside his workplace on New Year's Day, has been jailed for life

THE former chief constable of Hampshire police who faces an allegation that he had sex while on duty was paid more than £55,000 after resigning while his conduct was under investigation.

Fearless pop icon and cultural force Self Esteem and living legend Billy Ocean headlined the Castle Stage at Camp Bestival as the sun set on an epic second day of the UK's favourite family festival; the ultimate 'festi-holiday'.

Almería Airport in Spain welcomes thousands of British travellers each year. However, it will shut down for six days to allow for runway upgrades.

A rare partial solar eclipse will be in the UK this August. Here's how and when you can see it.

The Royal Bournemouth Hospital is benefitting from an exciting new artwork at the BEACH Building, unveiled on Wednesday, July 29.

Honda Day took place at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum in New Milton on July 25, celebrating the iconic Japanese motorcycle brand.

Dorset travel update: August 2026 sees road closures, speed limits and diversions in Wimborne St Giles, Lytchett Minster, Witchampton and Blandford St Mary.

Go Ape is giving families the chance to explore its Moor Valley Country Park site for 15% off this summer as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme.

Cliff Moore review of Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs – St Peter’s Church, Poole

Gas mains replacement works by SGN will close Coombe Avenue and Redhill Drive, Bournemouth, 17 August–3 September 2026. Plan ahead for diversions.

Local people and visitors gathered in Lymington recently, to celebrate the introduction of five brand new buses to serve Morebus’ New Forest Breezer routes.

The air crackled with anticipation, a vibrant electricity that only a summer bank holiday could bring to a quiet Hampshire village.

BCP Council has been given the green light to use new powers to cut roadwork delays and congestion

Our trader of the week is a long-established independent menswear and school uniform retailer that has served Wimborne residents for 37 years and recently expanded its premises after its most successful year to date.

A woman was left permanently scarred when a stranger bit her at a concert.

Councillors have approved the sale of land despite “deeply toxic” feelings towards Wessex Water

An 82-year-old resident has warned drivers are forced to "race" between Poole's lifting bridges because broken signs leave them guessing which is open.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court

Costcutter Swanage, based on the Swanage High Street and run by the Tomes family since 1908, has partnered with Snappy Shopper for a new home delivery service.

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.