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A hotel migrant who authorities lost track of despite being wanted for violence and drug offences was in prison all along, it emerged today.

Decision notices and committee minutes from meetings held two weeks ago have yet to be published by BCP Council.

Tony Blackburn has returned to the stage where his career began more than 60 years ago.

A holiday company has invested £1.2 million in new Mercedes-Benz coaches as part of its ongoing fleet renewal programme.

An inquest has opened following the death of a 'much-loved' son and brother after his death last week.

Bournemouth Town Council will take charge of delivering the town’s official Remembrance Sunday commemorations this year.

The Cherries want to build a new women’s block and an expanded spectator stand for more than 500 fans at their performance centre.

Lidl has submitted plans to install electric vehicle (EV) charging points at its Ringwood store on Wellworthy Way, and New Forest District Council is now considering the proposal.

A migrant staying at the Chine Hotel has been arrested on suspicion of attempted grievous bodily harm after an alleged machete attack in Boscombe Chine Gardens left a man injured and prompted a major armed police response.

A person has been arrested on suspicion of drug possession and criminal damage following an attempted break-in in Poole town.

A two-car crash is causing delays on the A338 - updates to follow.

A man was in possession of a machete in Boscombe Chine Gardens in broad daylight.

A baseball bat has been seized from a vehicle during a police patrol.

Armed officers, police and the ambulance service are currently attending an incident near Boscombe seafront. We will be bringing you live updates as we get them.

A man who helped make Bournemouth one of the best-kept towns in the country says he is “extremely sad” to see the resort’s decline.

Heartbreaking tributes and over 60 bouquets have been left for 24-year-old Dorset Police officer PC Alex Ayre as an appeal is set up for his funeral.

A trailer that was reported stolen in 2025 has now been located by officers in Dorset.

Parking will be suspended on a road in Bournemouth for nine days next month.

A former top military adviser is set to deliver a stark warning about the urgent threats posed by climate change.

BCP Council launched the BCP LIFE card this summer, offering residents access to discounts at attractions, cafés, and businesses across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

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.