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Dorset mum Cheryl Reeves launches Haberdasheroo, a UK sewing platform listing fabric shops, classes and DeStash for reused fabrics and supplies across the UK.

A popular seafront restaurant marking its 35th birthday has extended a community discount to residents in BH postcodes.

Bournemouth’s Southern Contracts partners with Finnish manufacturer Metos to distribute marine galley and laundry equipment, installation and support worldwide.

Dorset Council's County Hall exhibition celebrates care-experienced people during National Care Leavers Month, alongside support including its Lifelong Offer.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Farmer Palmer’s launches £5 family day out for Naughty November

AI monitoring helped Southern Water detect a burst sewage pipe at Boldre Bridge near Lymington, limiting pollution following an overnight Samotics alert.

Bestselling author Tracy Chevalier is backing a Dorset archive project to help preserve stories for generations to come.

A sea of Santas will soon take to the streets for a festive charity fun run.

Bournemouth steakhouse Funki Griller hosts a wine-pairing dinner with Winederful Wines on November 12, featuring ribeye, sea bass and Italian wines.=

Sherborne Library launches Dorset Council’s Extended Access, letting members aged 16+ borrow books, use Wi-Fi and computers from 8am to 8pm, Monday-Saturday.

More than 170 people gathered in Dorchester for an event supporting families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Operation Mountie has helped cut New Forest animal accidents, with 498 vehicles stopped and drivers educated to protect livestock and wild deer.

Lush celebrates 21 years of Snow Fairy with nationwide pink events, including Bournemouth, on November 7 and 8, featuring products, drinks and family fun.

A veteran of Bournemouth is taking part in a 24-hour silence challenge.

Care South care home residents across Dorset form a new choir at St Ives House in Ringwood, singing favourites, making friends and enjoying music together.

Six people, including Peter Troughton and Sue Chandler, receive the Cross of St Aldhelm for exceptional Christian service at Salisbury Cathedral on November 4.

BCP Council will upgrade three play areas at Anchor Close, Branksome Recreation Ground and Dawkins Road through its £4.6m Plan for Play investment programme.

Rare Iron Maiden memorabilia from guitarist Dennis Stratton leads Ringwood Auctions’ rock sale on November 7, featuring signed albums and Beatles vinyl.

Climate film The People’s Emergency Briefing sparks Dorset discussion on nature risks, river health and community action, hosted by Vikki Slade MP.

These old photos show the world-famous beauty spot of Lulworth Cove over the years

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.