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A woman says she is 'haunted' after a naked man carried out a sex act in front of her in woodland.

A cyclist was taken to hospital after a medical emergency this afternoon.

Vets report a surge in dogs needing treatment for grass seed infections amid claims councils are failing to mow verges and parks.

Police are currently at the scene of an incident involving a man in need of medical attention in the area of Chapel Lane and West Borough in Wimborne.

Two teenagers wearing 'masks' reportedly stole a motorbike outside a fast food store in Poole.

A community garden has been honoured with a national award recognising its quality and the dedication of its volunteers.

Police are reminding the public to check their properties are secured following a recent burglary in Wimborne.

A body has been found believed to be that of a man who went missing from Dorset

A man robbed a shop in Christchurch before assaulting a member of the public who tried to intervene, leaving them needing hospital treatment.

Chicken chain Wingstop has begun work on its Bournemouth restaurant and confirmed when it will open.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates’ Court:

Sunseeker have announced the appointment of a new CEO, as well as new long-term partners.

A woman with links to Dorset who went missing in Sussex has now been found, police have confirmed.

Our volunteer lifeboat crew return safely to station after successfully assisting a casualty at Durdle Door this afternoon.

A long-established conservation organisation is relaunching its brand to reach new audiences and strengthen its voice.

A business network is celebrating 25 years of connecting and supporting companies across the region.

I've been meaning to write to say that I enjoyed the heritage article about Kiwi soldiers recovering from war in the New Forest during World War One (June 29).

Visitors can enjoy the very best of New Forest produce and handmade crafts from New Forest Marque businesses.

Police are warning New Forest residents and visitors to lock up their valuables after a spate of thefts from vehicles, sheds and garages.

An ultra-luxury cruise yacht has docked in Dorset as part of a "Taste of the British Isles" voyage.

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”?