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Poole firm applies to vary its existing goods vehicle operator's licence

Digger Parts Direct LTD in Poole seeks to operate an extra goods vehicle. Nearby landowners can submit objections to the Traffic Commissioner by September 24.

Live orchestral music to come to rural communities across Dorset this autumn

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s (BSO) BSO On Your Doorstep series returns this season, bringing chamber-scale performances to venues across Dorset.

Landscape theatre production to transform Kingston Lacy later this month

Belonging: Our Search for Home – a new landscape theatre experience coming to Kingston Lacy from 22–27 September as part of Wimborne’s year as Town of Culture.

DIY publishers cook up to a storm at recent arts fair at Lighthouse Poole

Showcasing a boom in DIY publications, the Zine Cuisine art fair at Lighthouse Poole saw some 30 stallers and over 200 visitors gather to celebrate zine culture

'Road casualties matter. But evidence shouldn’t stop at the kerb'

I have always enjoyed horror films. But local politicians turning practical decisions into social media polls is becoming its own horror story.

Lighthouse Poole named finalist at Dorset Tourism Awards for fifth year running

Lighthouse Poole has been named a finalist in the Business Events Venue of the Year category at the Dorset Tourism Awards for the fifth year running

Two busy roads in Poole to be temporarily closed for works from next week

Alder Road and Recreation Road in Poole to face closures for highway works, September–October 2026. Check Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council updates.