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Retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's, Argos and Asda have recalled products this week alongside an urgent alert from safety regulators.

People in England face a longer wait for a free bus pass as the State Pension age rises from 66 to 67. Check when you can qualify.

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

Ballard School has been shortlisted in both the Excellence in Sustainability and the Outstanding Sport (Large School) categories at the annual ISA awards.

American football team Chicago Bears are teaming up with AFC Bournemouth for a weekend of fan events

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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.

Ferndown Manor Care Home residents participated in the event in support of Children with Cancer UK, which raised £1,265.

Puddle Ducks Dorset sponsored this year's Mudeford Lifeboat Funday, which raised a record-breaking £20,000 for Mudeford RNLI Lifeboat Station.

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.

Five-bedroom detached house in Dean Park, Bournemouth, listed for £895,000, features a conservatory, private garden, five bathrooms and no forward chain.

Brockenhurst Country Fayre on August 5, 1979 featured heavy horses, wool spinning, children’s games and arts and crafts stalls for families.

While still rare, health officials are starting to detect them more often, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

NEW homes have been agreed at a former Dorset pub after previous proposals were rejected.

PLANS to demolish an indoor swimming pool and build three contemporary homes in Lytchett Matravers have been refused.

Plans to alter a Grade II-listed building in Christchurch town centre have been put forward

Extraordinary tales of courage, connection, and the power of the sea are set to light up cinema screens this autumn.

A Bournemouth businesswoman has urged Mattel to create a Barbie doll with a stoma bag to help raise awareness.

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.