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Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast
The 5 Dorset areas that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month
A few postcodes across Dorset won prizes in the People's Postcode Lottery in June 2026, including in Bournemouth, Poole and Blandford Forum
31 year old man missing for 23 days found, police confirm
A man who has was reported missing for 23 days has now been found, police confirm.
Man charged after 26 year old father of two killed in 'hit and run'
A man has been charged over a hit-and-run that killed a 26-year-old father of two.
REVIEW: Poole Harbour Festival going from strength to strength
Poole Harbour Festival, this year celebrating its 10th anniversary, is going from strength to strength – and if it gets much bigger it will burst out of its Baiter site.
Tourist tax suggested in 10-year plan for Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole
Concerns raised over potential introduction of a visitor levy that could impact overnight stays
Binman reveals how to get rid of a disposable BBQ without causing a fire
The No. 1 Binman on TikTok has revealed how to safely dispose of a BBQ without melting your bin or causing a fire.
'Bournemouth town centre should be one of south coast’s greatest success stories'
Bringing Bournemouth Town Centre into the 21st Century.
Second arrest made after man airlifted to hospital with 'serious' injuries
A MAN has been left with serious injuries after an alleged assault in Boscombe on Saturday and Police have arrested a new suspect.
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