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A community has been raising thousands of pounds in memory of a 12-year-old “brave son and much-loved brother” who passed away from a life-limiting genetic condition last month

The air was bone-chilling, the pavements slick with frost, but neither sub-zero temperatures nor the early hour could deter the throngs of bargain hunters.

Three men reportedly used an axe to smash into a conservatory and steal a safe.

Plans to keep Bournemouth’s Christmas Market for a further five years have been submitted to BCP Council

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Flat owners say they have lost everything after a coffee shop allegedly caused major structural defects, making their properties worthless.

A town councillor is putting forward a plan to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in Bournemouth

A man has gone viral after cleaning dirty road signs in a bid to make roads 'safer' across Dorset.

A shop owner has described the terrifying moment he says he was forced to defend his store for around 20 minutes after an alleged shoplifting incident escalated into violence.

The Cherries have announced that Mr Q, the online casino, is to become the club’s official sleeve partner.

Fordingbridge Rotary Club hosted its annual Duck Race as part of this year’s Fordingbridge Park Fest, a family-friendly celebration of sport, art, and community that took place on Saturday, July 18.

SCRUTINY committee members have welcomed the ‘good’ rating given to Dorset Council’s adult social care services.

SCALING back verge grass cutting has left many parts of Dorset looking untidy and, in some cases, unsafe, councillors claim.

After hearing that a significant algal bloom had taken over the place where I first learnt to sail, kayak and windsurf, I decided to head down to Poole Park and see it for myself.

A car has overturned in an incident in Bournemouth this evening and police, ambulance and fire service are all at the scene

A celebration of countryside life is returning for another year of fun.

A fire on farmland near Wool has caused damage to an area the size of approximately six football pitches.

A popular café has confirmed it will be closing its Christchurch premises after a "very quiet summer".

A necklace with a distinctive green stone was stolen after two intruders were allegedly caught inside a parked vehicle in Poole.

Residents in Christchurch have raised concerns about a group of travellers who have settled in a local park.

A 17th century shipwreck has been excavated by archaeologists and university students on a popular Dorset beach.

Lidl has confirmed that its new Sandford supermarket will open on Thursday, February 12.

If you're looking for a Dorset Boxing Day walk, then the Hartland Moor route on the Isle of Purbeck might do the job

Celebrate Christmas with the National Trust in Purbeck—festive events at Corfe Castle, family trails at Studland Bay, crafts, illuminations and more.

The countdown is on to the 10th Dorset Blind Association Motor Show.

A popular table top sale will return to Studland Village Hall.

A Dorset disability charity is running its Christmas tree recycling scheme once again this year.

Dorset Council and Langton Matravers Parish Council launch Isle of Purbeck housing needs survey to determine housing needs; closes 13 October 2025.