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

Ringwood Town Council signed the Civility and Respect Pledge, an initiative backed by National Association of Local Councils and Society of Local Council Clerks

Drax Studio in Canford Cliffs is hosting the exhibition, titled Poole Artists until September 12.

Each weekend, we as the Bournemouth Town Pastors head into the town centre to help people who may be lost, unwell, upset or vulnerable after a night out.

The Bournemouth William Temple Association is inviting Christian men and women of all denominations to join its monthly talks, now in its 65th season

Wine expert and TV celebrity Oz Clarke to lead a group of singing cyclists from charity Armonico Consort in a bike challenge along Jurassic Coast

Lee Mead, known for his role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, will be performing at The Barn on Friday, November 5, 2027.

A next of kin appeal has been issued by the Coroner for Dorset for 56-year-old Katia Ciullierrier, who died at her home in Poole

The Aldbury, a dedicated dementia care home in Poole, hosted the performance after resident Diane Milman wished for an operatic concert for her 89th birthday

Roger Wareham and Eloise Ward from Saffery’s Bournemouth office will take part in Möntare 2026, a three-day ride supporting Action Medical Research.

The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA) will officially open in Bournemouth with an open day on Saturday, September 19.

Ballard School, based in New Milton, received a 'Very Good' rating in The Telegraph's Best Value Private Schools guide

Canford Classic & Supercar Sunday, held at Canford School near Wimborne, welcomed more than 5,000 visitors and 750 cars, making it the biggest event to date.

Discover the chaotic true story of the day Top Gear came to Dorset, blowing up a modified Fiat on the Upton Bypass and sparking a bitter row.

A killer jailed for life for murdering a lorry driver in a “cold blooded execution” is being held in a category C prison in Dorset, the Echo understands.

NEW owners of Royal Arcade visit Bournemouth to make things "Bigger and better".

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

A “nightmare” Airbnb is making life “stressful” for Poole residents after alleged drug use, noise and illegal parking plagued their neighbourhood.

A lash artist has been named among the best in the country after placing in the Top 50 at a national awards ceremony.

The Cherries will discover their opponents for the Europa League this season today, and the Daily Echo will be travelling across the continent to bring fans coverage of a historic campaign for the club.

These old photos show the world-famous beauty spot of Lulworth Cove over the years

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.