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Five pub pitstops to enjoy during a New Forest walk this autumn

Here's our pick of five of the best autumnal walks to enjoy in the New Forest - each with a pub pitstop or two.

Man arrested as armed Christchurch robbery investigation continues

A 21-year-old Bournemouth man has been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Christchurch, while two previously arrested suspects have been released on police bail as Dorset police continue enquiries.

'Wildfires more frequent, larger and harder to contain, and proper funding is needed'

Dorset firefighter warns wildfires are rising in frequency and scale, straining Dorset & Wiltshire Fire Service resources.

More than £2.3m spent repairing potholes across county

Dorset Council spent more than £2.3 million repairing potholes across the county during the last financial year, newly released figures show

Property developer denies strangling wife during row at £3m Sandbanks home

A property developer has denied intentionally strangling his wife during a drunken row at their £3 million home.

Churchill will donate £5 per visitor at Macmillan Coffee Morning in Lymington

Churchill Living will donate £5 to Macmillan Cancer Support for every guest who attends a coffee morning on September 23.

Company applies for premises licence to sell alcohol at Ringwood venue

No Oil on the Canvas Ltd seeks a Ringwood premises licence to sell alcohol, host live music. Submit comments to New Forest District Council by September 21.

Popular Ukrainian exhibition at award-winning Dorset museum extended until 2027

A powerful exhibition at the Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne capturing a family's journey from war-torn Ukraine to Dorset has been extended until 2027.