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Martin Lewis warns households not to make costly energy mistake as prices rise again

Martin Lewis has issued advice to households on whether to fix energy bills now, as wholesale prices remain high and winter approaches.

Millions face DWP State Pension shake-up as triple lock branded ‘idiotic’

The State Pension triple lock could be replaced with a “double lock”, a former Conservative pensions secretary has suggested, in a major warning for millions of pensioners.

Bournemouth school awarded prestigious gold award for swimming excellence

Talbot Heath School in Branksome received the English Schools' Swimming Association National President's Award Gold, sponsored by Watch Me Swimming Awards.

One week to go until the biggest model show in the south west at Dorset museum

The South West’s biggest model show is rolling into Dorset with a brand-new wargaming theme next week at the Tank Museum on September 12-13.

Road near Ringwood to close for one day later this month for pole renewal works

Long Lane, Ringwood in the New Forest will close on 17 September 2026 for pole renewal works by Circet. Diversion via Moortown Lane and Ringwood Road.

Irish comedy sensation and Canadian superstar to perform at Bournemouth venue

The Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club will bring comedians Paddy Lennox, Matt Foster, Johnny Wardlow and Alex Camp to Bournemouth Pavilion on Friday, September 18.

Corner plot bungalow demolition for new homes plans recommended for approval

Plans for new homes at a corner plot is recommended for approval

Upcoming road works in BCP set to cause delays from September 7 to September 13

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary road works in September due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.