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Five cage vans of rubbish have been cleared from the A31 as recovery work continues following the New Forest heathland fire.

An employee at the Cherries for ‘close to 60 years’ was informed that his contract would not be renewed at the club for the upcoming season over email, two weeks before the start of the season.

Here's how you can watch the Dorset-filmed crime drama Broadchurch on Netflix, said to be 'one of the greatest ever made'

A UK high street retail giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing more than £46 million

Here's how you can watch the Dorset-filmed crime drama Broadchurch on Netflix, said to be 'one of the greatest ever made'

Five cage vans of rubbish have been cleared from the A31 as recovery work continues following the New Forest heathland fire.

An employee at the Cherries for ‘close to 60 years’ was informed that his contract would not be renewed at the club for the upcoming season over email, two weeks before the start of the season.

Fire crews continue to tackle a huge blaze in the New Forest that has engulfed approximately 1.6 sq km while the A31 remains closed.

Firefighters are continuing to fight a huge New Forest wildfire which has been burning since Sunday as crews face "hot and arduous conditions".

Dozens of firefighters were called to a "deliberate" fire in East Lulworth as 2,000 bales of hay were set alight in the early hours of the morning.

The British Red Cross has shared exactly what you should do if you see a wildfire in the UK.

Multiple firefighters are tackling a fire involving 2,000 bales of hay at a barn in East Lulworth. Live updates as we get them.

UK retailers have been asked to implement a ban on selling disposable barbecues until further notice due to wildfire risks

The UK government has issued some safety advice for those travelling to the Maldives after five tourists died in May

The DWP has put out a fresh warning for anyone who receives Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit, PIP and other benefits

Peter Strawbridge, a 68-year-old Christchurch resident, born and raised in Dorset, to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for charity

Hotel du Vin expanded its corporate retreat programme across all 19 UK locations, including its site in Poole, following a successful pilot earlier this year.

Bournemouth Water is urging residents to check their toilets for hidden leaks that could be wasting thousands of litres every year.

Poole Lighting Factory Shop has become a trusted destination for quality lighting at unbeatable prices.

Urban Reef has joined the Boathouse Group in a new chapter for the popular Bournemouth seafront venue

Purbeck Cider launches People’s Choice cider in Dorset, donating £1 per litre sold to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Community-grown apples support charity.

Plans for a new 'build your own' waterfront home with panoramic views have been approved for a site in Dorset

Dorset is the location for Mike Leigh's Play For Today, Nuts in May, which is free to watch on BBC iPlayer

A YouTube video provides an insightful look at Brownsea Island in 1962.

Only Fools and Horses repeats are as popular as ever this Christmas - but did you know that the classic BBC comedy was not once, but twice filmed in Dorset?

Sandbanks Ferry staff were 'verbally abused' by passengers during a temporary suspension.

Hundreds of jobs are to be created at a holiday park as part of a major nationwide investment.

SHOULD there be a tourist tax in Purbeck – the “Purbeck Pound”?