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A free community firework display is set to light up the coastline.

Christchurch Town Council has announced details of this year’s Christmas light display.

A bronze pig could soon take pride of place in Ringwood town centre as part of celebrations marking a major milestone

A pushchair and children’s toys lined the pavement outside a courthouse in a powerful reminder of the childhood moments lost due to delays in family court decisions.

A girl who alleges she was raped said she “felt pressured” because she feared her abuser “would hurt me”, a court heard.

Bournemouth University graduate was visiting a waterfall near the tourist town of Ella in Sri Lanka with a friend on Thursday, September 24, when the accident happened.

Residents in Hurn have the opportunity to trigger a by-election for a seat on the parish council.

At least one child with special educational needs has been waiting more than four years for an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment.

The Dorset Police Federation has issued an official statement following the death of 24-year-old officer PC Alex Ayre.

A man injured after falling onto railway tracks at Bournemouth station remains in hospital with life-changing injuries.

A by-election is set to take place in November in Poole to replace a resigned Liberal Democrat councillor.

Part of a major town centre road currently undergoing improvement work is expected to reopen in early 2027.

Residential and care at home provider and registered charity, Care South, has shone a spotlight on the outstanding people behind its care services at its 17th annual Stars Awards.

Residential and care at home provider and registered charity, Care South, has shone a spotlight on the outstanding people behind its care services at its 17th annual Stars Awards.

Part of a major town centre road currently undergoing improvement work is expected to reopen in early 2027.

At least one child with special educational needs has been waiting more than four years for an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment.

Residents in Hurn have the opportunity to trigger a by-election for a seat on the parish council.

A by-election is set to take place in November in Poole to replace a resigned Liberal Democrat councillor.

A man injured after falling onto railway tracks at Bournemouth station remains in hospital with life-changing injuries.

Police have introduced specially trained dogs to help detect drugs linked to spiking in the night-time economy.

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.