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If you've ever wondered what happened next, or why the train don't stop at Camborne, then there's only one place to be this summer!

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council for towns within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

Dorset Police have reported a rise in rogue traders operating across Dorset

Suttoners Cricket Club associates organised a traditional afternoon tea party on June 28, to support the club's appeal for extra high netting at Kinson Manor.

Nicholas Bailey and Susan Penhaligon will star in the 75th anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, at Lighthouse Poole. November 23-28.

Daniel Mydlowski from Blackmore, based in Shaftesbury, was highly commended for the Kathy Woodward Award for Learning.

The second series of ITV's 'Win Win with Postcode Lottery' is returning, and producers are on the hunt for contestants with "larger-than-life personalities."

Dorset HealthCare has been awarded the prestigious Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award

The yellow heat health alert is in effect from 9am on July 24 to 9am on July 26 across the South West.

Beaulieu has announced a festive experience for 2026 at Palace House: A Palace House Christmas 2026 Alice’s Christmas Wonderland.

AUB's Palace Court Theatre will screen The People's Emergency Briefing and host the launch of the 2026 Bournemouth International Film Festival

RockReef announces its continued support of Bournemouth Rugby as part of its commitment to promoting healthy, active lifestyles and community sport.

There’s a saying that the truth is somewhere in the middle. In an era of increasing division, both online and offline, that has never felt more relevant.

A marine licence is sought for seawall, slipway, and timber jetty repairs at Panorama Road, Poole. Comments via Marine Management Organisation by August 12.

Residents from Zetland Court in Bournemouth enjoyed three days of visits to Alum Chine Beach, organised by business relationship manager Natasha Finn.

A eight-bedroom Bournemouth house in multiple occupation (HMO) is set to be auctioned on July 28 as part of Strettons’ July national property auction

Louise Rowland, a 56-year-old woman Bournemouth, competed in the European Nations Dragon Boat Federation Championships, winning four silver medals.

The release of a dark reimagining of Pinocchio is among films being shown in BCP cinemas this weekend.

Vikki Slade MP will spend ten days meeting residents across the constituency this summer as she launches her second Summer Village Tour

Echo reader David Gillam got in touch to share these wonderful images of Bournemouth in yesteryear.

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”?