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Wessex leaders have welcomed the latest invitation to form a new mayoral strategic authority

Supporters of the National Motor Museum have spoken of their shock after it was revealed that the attraction is set to leave Beaulieu

We will be bringing you live updates on A level results day across BCP and Dorset.

Astronomy fans across the UK were treated to an astral delight overnight as the best solar eclipse in decades was followed by the peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower.

The A31 will remain closed into late next week as the New Forest wildfire continues to rage on.

Supporters of the National Motor Museum have spoken of their shock after it was revealed that the attraction is set to leave Beaulieu

A man has been arrested in connection with a report of a racially aggravated incident in Poole.

We will be bringing you live updates on A level results day across BCP and Dorset.

Astronomy fans across the UK were treated to an astral delight overnight as the best solar eclipse in decades was followed by the peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower.

The A31 will remain closed into late next week as the New Forest wildfire continues to rage on.

Premier Inn has been given the go-ahead to expand one of its hotels in Poole.

Hosted by Verwood House Care Home, the event raised funds for University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) NHS Charity and welcomed participants of all abilities.

Highcliffe Nursing Home, based in Christchurch, has been awarded the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) Quality Hallmark Award.

A vape shop owner says too many outlets are selling vapes improperly, damaging the sector’s reputation.

A fundraiser has been launched for former war veteran from Bournemouth who is now living with Motor Neurone Disease after serving on the front lines.

The seven-week programme, called The Bereavement Journey, will run from October 18, at Lytchett Matravers Youth Hall from 2pm to 4.30pm.

Diverse Abilities, based in Dorset, is organising a series of craft workshops across the county throughout summer and autumn

Arts University Bournemouth has announced a partnership with law firm, Lester Aldridge, to showcase local artists by displaying graduate artwork in offices.

Layton Live, a celebration of Layton Williams' career, will take place at the Lighthouse Poole on Wednesday, March 3, 2027.

Amanda Evans, creator of Sky Kids' Obki, produced the show Glow Dogs through her local company Obki Productions.

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”?