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More than 120 firefighters have been tackling a major blaze that has torn through a large area of heathland.

Officers investigating a theft and fraudulent use of bank cards in Poole are issuing CCTV images of a man they would like to identify.

Officers have given an update on a Southampton murder probe after a person was found dead in Weston.

A Dorset resident spoke of the “chaotic” moments she and her friend had to evacuate their car following a fire on a main route

A man has been charged with drink driving following an incident where a boy was injured in a crash at a holiday park

Four people have had a lucky escape off Old Harry this afternoon after two jet skis collided, followed by a speedboat that went to assist but subsequently broke down and was left drifting dangerously close to the rocks.

BOURNEMOUTH Airport has issued a warning to its passengers following the fire on the A31.

Last time, I wrote about Bournemouth’s next chapter. The response was encouraging. People clearly care about this place.

Forecasters warn the extreme heat could disrupt transport and power networks as dry, hot weather continues to grip the country.

A motorcyclist was left with three cracked ribs after a female driver left the scene without  near Ferndown.

The A31 through the New Forest remains closed in both directions this morning due to a HGV fire which spread to nearby verges and trees.

Gardeners have been advised to cut back 6 plants in August for an extra boost of flowers, including hardy geraniums and Delphiniums

Vehicles were abandoned after a massive fire broke out in the New Forest on Sunday afternoon.

Forecasters have warned that parts of the country could see mid-30s temperatures this week.

The A31 is still closed both ways this morning several hours after a vehicle fire spread to the central reservation. We will be bringing you latest updates.

New performances inspired by this year's ELEMENTAL theme join the programme for Arts by The Sea festival taking place in Bournemouth, September 25 and 26.

A professional performer from Dorset is set to appear on television this week after being invited to feature in a documentary about cruise life.

A car finance company is opening an office in Bournemouth, which is officially its first office outside of Manchester.

A community group founded just months ago is already making waves with two high-profile summer events.

The appointment of a new prime minister marks an important moment for the UK economy and offers a genuine opportunity to restore business confidence.

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”?