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Salisbury Road in Sopley, between its junctions with Mill Lane and B3347 Ringwood Road, will be temporarily closed for flood prevention works.

A luxury travel experience is coming to the high street.

The Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne is inviting families to join a "Cowboys in Space" mission this October.

Kingston Lacy will host the Pikachu Art Adventure, a collaboration between the National Trust and The Pokémon Company International.

Chrissy Forder, director at IT provider Southern Solutions, has been appointed the 36th chairperson of the Executive Association Solent

Since its launch in early September, the event has already attracted 22 participants across its first two editions.

Both apprentices have worked across multiple departments, managing real client matters while completing their academic training.

The season will feature performances of all nine Beethoven symphonies, alongside immersive weekends and discussion-led events.

The day featured traditional folk music, dancing and a selection of beers, with some residents taking to the dance floor to join in the celebrations.

Poole-based TBKFiT has donated its TBK training systems to Second Chance Children’s Charity, which supports young people who need special help.

A new BYD showroom has opened from the Hendy Group in Poole, giving Dorset drivers easier access to the fast-growing electric vehicle brand.

The Dorset Community Foundation's Surviving Winter campaign aims to help those living in fuel poverty by offering £200 grants to pensioners.

The new building, named Taurus, is part of Sheiling College in Ringwood and was formally opened on Friday, September 18

The team at Cherry Tree Nursery in Bournemouth say they are ‘honoured’ after His Majesty the King’s personal representative for Dorset heaped praise,

History of Crumpets Drive in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset, from its Old English origins to Crumpets Valley’s 2026 beehive restoration project.

A 22-year-old advocate from Kent will be recognised for her work to improve the housing system for care leavers at a London awards ceremony this month.

The five-piece ensemble is known for delivering traditional and contemporary American tunes, packed with rich vocal harmonies.

A woman who served in the RAF during World War II has celebrated her 102nd birthday with a lively party.

Tuckton Tea Gardens application for Sale of alcohol for consumption on premises and live music has been approved.

A splash park has closed for the winter after an extended season.

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.