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Dave Murnane, who works for Bellway and is currently overseeing the Kingsmere Park development in West Parley, has received his 29th Pride in the Job award.

Golden Padel, based in Dorset, was founded with the aim of making padel more accessible and building a supportive community around the sport.

The following case was heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Dog Training Appreciation Day, created by Bournemouth-based trainer Kirsty Everard, founder of Kirsty’s Paws, took place on July 18

In August 1998, the 15th Bournemouth Kite Festival brought colour and spectacle to Hengistbury Head.

Explore the hidden heritage of Stoney Cross. Uncover the story behind its name, the mystery of the Rufus Stone, and its role as RAF Stoney Cross.

The UK's smallest commercial cinema, which has offered visitors a unique experience since 2016, is closing for good.

More than £24,000 of parking fines were handed out on a single Bournemouth town centre road in one year, new figures show.

A care home which has stood empty for two years has been sold to a house builder.

A man has been charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.

A man has been charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.

Traffic is reportedly gridlocked on the A338 after reports of a crash. Updates to follow.

A 'large' fire spread across three fields as firefighters work to surround the blaze.

TWO huge cruise ships have brought large numbers of visitors to Dorset today.

A man who was trying to hitch a lift near a supermarket ended up stealing an unoccupied van and driving off 'at speed'.

Drivers who park illegally at BCP seafront sites will face London-style fines of up to £160.

A man in his 70s was hospitalised with serious injuries after being hit by a car.

Former England manager Kevin Keegan has died aged 75, he's family has announced.

Detectives investigating a courier fraud involving a victim in Bournemouth are issuing images of a man they want to identify.

FIREFIGHTERS have praised the quick thinking of a local farmer after a field fire broke out in north Dorset

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”?