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The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date on the coin due to an error.

A date has been set for the murder trial of a man accused of killing a 41-year-old man following an alleged assault in Bournemouth.

A man has been arrested after officers investigated a report of indecent exposure at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu

Barclays has officially opened a new branch in Poole.

The Town Mayor’s Charity Quiz and Raffle will be held on Wednesday, October 21 at the Allendale Community Centre in Wimborne

Kings Park Care Home in Ferndown, run by Barchester Healthcare, marked Housekeeping Appreciation Week by recognising the vital contributions of the team

Mandy Preston has celebrated an 'incredible' 15 years at Kings Castle Montessori School in Tuckton, having joined the school in 2011.

The Furrow Collective, known for their contemporary takes on traditional songs, will perform at the Lighthouse Poole on November 5.

New online art courses for neurodivergent, home-educated and flexi-schooled children aged 6-14 launch September 14, costing £2-£3.50 per session.

Travis Perkins Hire’s senior leadership team will take on a charity walk of more than 13 miles starting from Corfe Castle in support of Alzheimer's Society.

Poole-based MSP Capital has named Tom Edmunds as lead business development manager for the Midlands, bringing more than a decade of experience.

Dorset Artist Open Studios (DAOS) will run for nine days from August 28 to September 5, 2027, and will highlight artists and makers from across the county.

A school in Christchurch has been selected to take part in a national dance programme.

Hengistbury Beach was included in the 2026 dog-friendly beach guide by Vets Now, one of only 10 beaches to be featured, so here's where to stay.

Tops Day Nurseries has been recognised in the Dorset LTD 2026 report, celebrating the performance of Dorset’s leading privately owned businesses.

Bournemouth has once again been recognised for its vibrant and safe night-time economy, as it retains Purple Flag accreditation for a 16th consecutive year

The Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF) will take place at the Hilton Bournemouth on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10.

Brockenhurst College has launched a free breakfast for all students as part of a new College funded initiative designed to remove barriers to learning.

Snap Fitness will launch the 10,000 sq. ft gym on Victoria Road in Ferndown in the former Poundland unit in November.

Former Olympian Dalton Grant led a surprise coaching session for Wimborne Athletic Club athletes

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.