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A MAJOR development of up to 500 homes is being reconsidered by Dorset councillors on Wednesday after changes to national planning policy raised new questions about wildfire risk.

Restart a Heart Day on October 16 promotes CPR and AED training, as Resuscitation Council UK and Bournemouth University raise cardiac arrest awareness.

Fish have been floating to the surface of a New Forest stream following a suspected pollution incident.

A Bournemouth man was amazed after spotting a ‘huge’ jellyfish washed up on the beach during his morning walk.

Restart a Heart Day on October 16 promotes CPR and AED training, as Resuscitation Council UK and Bournemouth University raise cardiac arrest awareness.

Perfect Party Tents near Wareham named regional finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards 2027, offering sustainable glamping and marquee hire across Dorset.

Drivers are being urged to plan ahead as part of the A31 is set for a full weekend closure

Drivers are being urged to plan ahead as part of the A31 is set for a full weekend closure

A man who died after he was attacked by a tiger in an enclosure at a Yorkshire zoo has been named, according to reports.

Perfect Party Tents near Wareham named regional finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards 2027, offering sustainable glamping and marquee hire across Dorset.

Fish have been floating to the surface of a New Forest stream following a suspected pollution incident.

A slow worm has been spotted slithering across Moors Valley Country Park.

Tributes have poured in after a BBC Countryfile farmer died at the age of 35.

A petition to save SoBo Beach has been accepted to be heard at a full council meeting ahead of a decision on the future of the popular seafront venue.

The parent company of UK fashion brands including Hobbs and Phase Eight was hit by a “cybersecurity incident”.

The DWP has set out new benefit eligibility checks involving banks. Find out which benefits are affected and what happens if your claim is reviewed.

Singer Delta Goodrem has been forced to pull out of this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing live show.

The IMF has raised its UK inflation forecasts for 2026 and 2027, warning that the Middle East conflict could push up food and energy prices.

New research reveals how long Brits spend talking about money, why 68% lose sleep over financial worries ahead of the autumn budget this month

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.