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Brittany Ferries’ popular vessel will embark on its final journey from Poole next week.

Heating experts have warned UK households to carry out four simple radiator checks before switching central heating on this autumn to cut energy bills.

Dorset Police arrest 15-year-old after alleged bottle assault outside Tesco in West Parley on October 3. Injured man treated in hospital; probe continues.

Sherborne and Lymington named among England’s safest towns for senior living by World Atlas, praised for healthcare and transport in Dorset and New Forest.

Money has been stolen from a charity shop in north Dorset

Dorset Police patrol Verwood after burglary, criminal damage and safeguarding concerns, with an arrest made and enquiries continuing alongside e-bike checks.

Police have confirmed a man who died after being pulled from the sea at Durley Chine Beach in Bournemouth was aged in his 70s. His death is not being treated as suspicious.

BCP Local Plan consultation delayed until November by a Penn Hill by-election, as plans for 45,000 homes raise Green Belt and infrastructure concerns.

Last week, the prime minister Andy Burnham announced plans for a new National Care Service.

Roman Scott jailed for six months after exposing himself to women on trains and in Bournemouth’s ladies’ toilets. BTP secured a 10-year sexual harm order.

A power cut is causing disruption at Bournemouth railway station. We will be bringing you updates as we get them.

Last week, the prime minister Andy Burnham announced plans for a new National Care Service.

Roman Scott jailed for six months after exposing himself to women on trains and in Bournemouth’s ladies’ toilets. BTP secured a 10-year sexual harm order.

Avon Beach hosts a free firework display on November 3 at 6.30pm, with family activities, food, drinks and special Noisy Lobster dining options.

A power cut is causing disruption at Bournemouth railway station. We will be bringing you updates as we get them.

BCP Local Plan consultation delayed until November by a Penn Hill by-election, as plans for 45,000 homes raise Green Belt and infrastructure concerns.

Boots has reminded people aged 65 and over and vulnerable people that its free flu jab programme has opened for 2026.

A binman has revealed one item that should never go in your recycling bin otherwise your bins might not be collected.

Shoppers at Home Bargains are being warned not to eat two recalled items if they have allergies, sensitivities or intolerances to some allergens.

Sky TV customers can expect at least seven changes in October.

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.