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A Dorset heart patient has paid an emotional tribute to PC Alex Ayre, recalling how the officer supported him during a medical emergency and checked on him while he recovered in hospital.

Hampshire County Council has backed calls for discounted parking permits for New Forest residents, arguing current charges are pricing local people out of their own forest.

Residents fear for their safety after a machete attack near Boscombe Chine Gardens left a 35-year-old man with head injuries and led to five arrests.

Two properties in Bournemouth have been closed for three months due to ongoing anti-social behaviour and suspected drug activity.

Two properties in Bournemouth have been closed for three months due to ongoing anti-social behaviour and suspected drug activity.

Dorset Police tackle equine crime after an abandoned pony is transferred to a field owner, with poaching enquiries and wildlife crime in Sturminster Newton.

A coroner has ruled that former Poole footballer Cassius Newton died by misfortune after a desert hike in the UAE, where temperatures exceeded 40°C and caused fatal heat stress.

A coroner has ruled that former Poole footballer Cassius Newton died by misfortune after a desert hike in the UAE, where temperatures exceeded 40°C and caused fatal heat stress.

Sherborne's A352 Ottery Lane junction improvements delayed until October 13, 2026, with safer crossings, drainage upgrades and traffic changes planned.

A 12-day Wetherspoon beer festival is coming to Dorset, featuring up to 30 cask ales, international brews from five countries and pints from just £2.40.

We do not want Bournemouth to grab a New Forest attraction.

A councillor has demanded that residents be compensated after months of roadwork misery in Pennington

A new live music series is lighting up Boscombe with original sounds and grassroots energy.

Julia's House Children's Hospice is hosting festive events across Wiltshire and Dorset this winter

Oakhaven Hospice has received the Armed Forces Covenant Bronze Award in recognition of its support for the military community

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The Music Club CIC is expanding free youth music sessions in Boscombe and Christchurch, helping 12-17-year-olds form bands, collaborate and perform live.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Edible Conversations, held at Durlston Country Park's Fine Foundation Gallery, marks the 23rd annual exhibition from the group 15 Days in Clay.

Audley Travel will open its first Poole concession in John Lewis this autumn, offering bespoke holidays and travel advice as part of a 12-store UK rollout.

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.