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Renewed appeal for information following robbery in Bournemouth

Opposition councillors have requested an extraordinary meeting to pause the controversial handover of SOBO Beach to Seventa Events.

Flood alerts have been issued and closures announced ahead of Storm Austen with a yellow weather warning in place for Friday, October 23.

A road has been closed in both directions following an emergency gas leak, with motorists warned to expect disruption for up to a week.

An investigation is underway after a fly-tip was reported in Ringwood last month.

Storm Austen and Storm Boelo are due to hit the UK. But who is responsible for potential garden fence damages?

Two urban explorers and content creators found their way through an abandoned building in Bournemouth and revealed the ghostly remains of a former entertainment venue waiting for redevelopment.

A specialist unit supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs has opened at a primary school.

A specialist unit supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs has opened at a primary school.

Plans put forward to introduce earlier support for people struggling with their mental health to tackle suicide rates across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

An overturned ambulance caused severe delays to traffic with cars 'gridlocked' as drivers made their morning commute across Dorset.

Two urban explorers and content creators found their way through an abandoned building in Bournemouth and revealed the ghostly remains of a former entertainment venue waiting for redevelopment.

The prime minister has backed AFC Bournemouth ahead of an historic European match against AC Milan tonight.

A community fireworks event has been postponed due to severe weather, but organisers say the celebration will still go ahead.

A fitness club in Bournemouth has submitted plans to add a new gym and two padel courts.

All activities are designed to be fun and child-friendly, providing an immersive seasonal experience without the scares.

A popular attraction will be closed to visitors due to forecast high winds.

Public toilets have been closed after an incident of vandalism.

A New Forest councillor has called for long-term investment in water infrastructure following "alarmingly frequent" leaks.

That's one way to beat the ferry queues to France!

AUDIO clips of calls to police from Gaia Pope and her aunt Talia were played to the jury at the 19-year-old’s inquest this week.

A DRINK and drug driver who caused serious injuries to his two passengers when he crashed into a tree has been jailed.

Did you know that classic comedy Only Fools and Horses was not once, but twice filmed in Dorset?

A PERSON on an e-scooter has given a warning after being caught by police - as officers continue to clamp down on the vehicles.

Firefighters said the levels of smoke were ‘a cause for some concern’ and advised people living in nearby areas to keep their windows and doors shut.

WIND gusts of up to 50mph could hit Dorset as a weather warning is forecast for part of the county.

A BEAUTY spot in Dorset has been named among the best for a picnic in the country.