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Discover National Trust’s Summer of Play on Brownsea Island: family activities, minibeast hunts, nature crafts, and Pokémon events from 25 July–5 September.

Chocolate lovers and baking enthusiasts in Dorset are being challenged to compete for a cake crown.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Campaigners urge Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council to boost social housing in its Local Plan, demanding at least 25% of new homes at social rent.

A dog walker has said public defecation in Studland has become a “major problem”.

We are taking a trip back to 2006 when a Thursday night out in Bournemouth involved rubbing shoulders with royalty at the roulette wheel.

Forest Windows & Doors is a trusted UK home improvement specialist with over 30 years of combined industry experience, proudly serving homeowners across Bournemouth, Ringwood and the surrounding areas.

A rare 20p coin has sold for 850 times its face value because it has a printing error.

A cleaning expert has revealed how using salt can stop flies from laying eggs in your bins throughout the summer.

Tesco shoppers will soon be able to order groceries through Uber Eats and Deliveroo while earning Clubcard points and enjoying Clubcard prices.

UK inflation has fallen more than expected to its lowest level in 15 months, with food, fuel and clothing prices all dropping in a boost for households.

A primary school community came together for a fun-filled dance film, featuring pupils and staff celebrating the end of the school year.

Andy Burnham has announced that single bus fares across England will be capped at £2 from January 2027

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

The Prime Minister says "help is coming" as households prepare to save around £45 a year after VAT is removed from electricity bills.

Decathlon has launched its own 'Middle Aisle' with discounts on school shoes, Adidas trainers, backpacks and water bottles, with prices frozen until August 30.

Millions of Brits are preparing to jet off this summer, but experts say one simple check before you travel could help avoid last-minute problems.

Children being home for the summer can send grocery bills soaring, but supermarkets are cutting prices on everything from fresh fruit to lunchbox favourites.

The highly anticipated opening date for Marks & Spencer's huge new Foodhall at Poole Retail Park has been revealed.

The government have responded to claims made by the founder of Protect Our Postcode about the ‘camp’ in the East Cliff Zigzag near Bournemouth beach.

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”?