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Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.

Failing to notify the DVLA of this change can result not only in a hefty fine

Grandparents who help with childcare could be missing out on up to £7,170 in extra State Pension through little-known HMRC childcare credits.

The likes of Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Co-op have removed disposable BBQs from sale amid wildfire risks in the UK

Savills has appointed Charlotte Clark as associate director in its Lymington office, where she will work as a Sales Negotiator.

I have to say that the Reform town councillors on Bournemouth and Poole town councils either do not understand the roles they have, or are being deliberately misleading about the way the town councils have been set up.

Pennyfarthing Homes will hold a Discovery Day on Thursday, August 6, at The Forde Inn in Fordingbridge to present details about Sandle Park.

The ‘Around the World Challenge’ has been launched by national charity Changing Lives to raise £249,000 for people facing homelessness and other complex issues.

Grassroots sports clubs in Dorset are being encouraged to apply for new funding to support their work in the community.

Rosanna Dean, director of visitor experience and commercial at The Tank Museum, has released a new children’s book about popular UK attractions.

Sue Taylor, from the New Forest, abseiled down Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth on Sunday, July 19, to raise money for Guide Dogs.

The South Coast Darts Showdown will be held on Saturday, September 26,  at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC).

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance's first-ever Big Keepy Uppy Challenge, raised £3,406.25 to support the charity's life-saving work.

Once rare, so-called “silver splitters” are on the rise in the UK.

Sherborne Library has reopened on August 3 to the public after being closed for essential safety repairs.

A warning has been issued by Dorset Police for broadband and mobile phone provider account takeover and identity fraud following a concerning case

Sherborne has been officially named Dorset Town of Culture 2027, marking an exciting milestone for the historic town and its vibrant creative community.

From adventure experiences at RockReef and PierZip to seaside dining and a range of offers, Bournemouth Pier continues to offer something for all ages.

Three determined teams from across Dorset will attempt to pull a 35,000 kg Boeing 737 over 50 metres at Bournemouth Airport in support of Dorset Mind.

Richard Smart, founder of The Smartly Said Celebrant based in Poole, is a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Good Funeral Awards.

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”?