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New Milton remembers the 31 lives lost during the Second World War

People of New Milton have gathered to honour 31 lives lost during the Second World War

Bournemouth woman urges Andy Burnham to take action on failing autism support

Chelsea Webster from Bournemouth, a Deliver for Autism campaigner, is among those urging Andy Burnham to introduce a new Autism Strategy

Imperial Classical Ballet to open season at Bournemouth Pavilion with Swan Lake

Bournemouth will open the Imperial Classical Ballet's 20th anniversary UK season with a performance of Swan Lake on September 29.

24-hour volleyball challenge on Bournemouth Beach raises £1,700 for charity

A 24-hour beach volleyball challenge on Bournemouth Beach on August 22-23 has raised more than £1,700 for the Steve Bernard Foundation.

Three is the magic number for Sanctuary artist at Lighthouse Poole

Misneach Mangan, a Sanctuary artist-in-residence at Lighthouse Poole, is using the space to develop a new body of work inspired by a journey in Cambodia

Dorset beach named among the UK’s most dog-friendly destinations

Hengistbury West, located near Bournemouth, was selected as one of just 10 beaches featured in the 2026 dog-friendly beach guide compiled by Vets Now.