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Jet2 has announced it will be launching three new routes from Bournemouth Airport as part of its biggest summer programme yet.

BCP Council has announced a series of temporary traffic restrictions for highway maintenance work

Residents are being asked for their feedback on plans to open a waste transfer station on Saturdays

Residents are being invited to share their experiences of Family Hubs and Early Help services in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

A plan addressing housing, employment, community, and travel facilities is up for public feedback

Major film and television productions have brought in nearly a quarter of a million pounds for Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole

Police have revealed a lorry driver escaped with minor injuries after crashing into a barrier on the M27.

A new solicitor has joined the expanding residential conveyancing team at law firm Rawlins Davy Reeves.

British tourists heading to Turkey are being advised to double-check their passports due to expiry dates and other entry requirements.

The BBC is considering locking down its iPlayer streaming service to those who are not paying the TV licence fee

Spain could be set to introduce tougher smoking laws that could impact tourists in the country

Bins were left uncollected on more than 50 roads earlier this week due to staff sickness.

Drivers are being diverted after a lorry crash has closed the A31 up to Ringwood.

The A31 is set to be closed for 'several hours' following a lorry crash- updates to follow.

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

Santander has contacted almost 150,000 customers it believes could be struggling with soaring energy bills, urging them to seek help before their finances worsen.

HMRC is reminding anyone earning more than £1,000 from a side hustle they may need to register for Self Assessment. Here's who is affected and the key deadline.

Spain could be set to introduce tougher smoking laws that could impact tourists in the country

A New Forest pub that is set to reopen as a Wetherspoon boozer has had its opening date pushed back

Year 1 pupils at Hill View Primary School in Bournemouth enjoyed a memorable day of learning and discovery during an educational visit to Swanage

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”?