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A fisherman has told of the “incredible” moment he spotted a loggerhead turtle 27 miles off Dorset.

A traditional wood-fired pizzeria serving fresh Italian ingredients has opened in Christchurch.

A man who smashed up an MP’s office and Poole Jobcentre and had a zombie knife has pleaded guilty to multiple offences.

Dorset Council is sticking to its decision over plans to end a school crossing patrol in Ferndown.

Two men are due to appear in court in connection with alleged hunting offences in Dorset

Kimmeridge Coastguard Rescue Team has responded to nine emergency incidents since July 7.

Ryanair has warned Brits travelling to Europe this summer to expect "significant" queues at 16 major airports due to the EU's Entry/Exit System.

A pair of girls from Bournemouth have been reported missing.

A massive fire broke out on Friday evening after camping stove set a tent alight at a festival in Dorset.

The talented team at Leaf Studio Academy of Performing Arts have pulled out all the stops once again for another cracker of a show in Roaring On.

A huge fire broke out Friday evening at a festival in Dorset as multiple fire crews descended on the scene.

A man wanted by the courts was arrested during a week of police activity in Poole.

A huge fire broke out at a festival in Purbeck on Friday evening.

Orchard Cafe in West Holme, Dorset, has been earning positive reviews from visitors thanks to its food and setting

A Hampshire charity is at risk of being unable to send much-needed aid to Ukraine.

A New Forest family are sitting on a 'ticking timebomb' as a long-running dispute over a deteriorating water pipe beneath their Lyndhurst home rumbles on.

Fire crews tackle more than 380 outdoor fires amid rising pressure in 2026

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut with Alton Towers, National Trust, LEGOLAND and more

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has named Eleanor Blakeney as its new Principal Horn ahead of the 2026/27 season.

S&B’s Mart Ltd seeks licence to sell alcohol 8am–10pm daily at Payless, Station Road, West Moors. Public comments to Dorset Council by 30 July 2024.

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”?