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Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast

Price of diesel hits all-time high in ‘financial blow’ for households, RAC warns

The RAC estimates it now costs nearly £100 to fill a typical family car with diesel—£31 more than before the start of the Iran conflict.

Bournemouth man, 65, to stand trial over alleged sexual communication with girl

A 65-year-old man accused of trying to engage in sexual communication with a child will stand trial.

EcoBoost scheme returns to help New Forest businesses go green

A £40,000 investment is powering a green push for business.

New Forest Walking Festival to return in October

A popular walking festival is set to return, offering guided walks and outdoor activities for all ages.

Warning issued over huge 1,000-home development set for New Forest

A councillor has warned that "rock-solid answers" will be needed over plans for up to 1,000 homes between Marchwood and Eling.

Fire breaks out at Poole flats linked to murder probe

A large fire has broken out at a block of flats in Poole—said by witnesses to be the same residential location involved in an ongoing murder investigation.

Registration for 'largest visual arts event in Dorset' to open in November

Registration for Dorset Art Weeks 2027 opens on November 2, and artists and makers have until December 9, to register their venue and sign up for the event.

£1,999 Dorset Community Foundation grant helps Dorset artist grow her business

Pia Elliot, 26, from Wareham, received £1,999 from the SWEF Enterprise Fund from Dorset Community Foundation, which supports young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30.