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A four-month-old Tamworth pig was fatally injured in a hit-and-run incident on a busy road.

A major new study has revealed that autistic people experience more severe menopause symptoms than non-autistic people.

The Wessex Chamber Alliance brings together Business West, Dorset Chamber of Commerce, and Somerset Chamber of Commerce.

Ringwood is preparing to mark Remembrance Day with a series of public events and services.

Parental responsibility is the legal authority to make important decisions about a child. Both parents may have it, but that is not automatic. Check who has it and read any child arrangements order carefully.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

A creative charity event will give people the chance to make their own bath bombs while raising money for a good cause.

A major investment is breathing new life into a valued leisure centre.

Dorset named UK haunted road hotspot with 51 paranormal reports, as cinch research ranks Wiltshire first and reveals ghostly figures and phantom hitchhikers.

We received a report that at around 7.17am on Sunday October 25, 2026 it was discovered that damage had been caused to a business premises in Market Cross in Sturminster Newton and cash had been stolen.

A Dorset photographer is celebrating after having his art selected for four exhibitions across the UK, including a showcase in central London.

A celebration of stories, poetry, and imagination is set to return with a packed programme of literary events.

Dozens of young dancers are set to take the stage in a magical production of The Nutcracker.

A entrepreneur from Poole will reunite with Ted Baker founder Ray Kelvin at major business festival.

An online dance programme is helping people with Parkinson’s stay active and connected from the comfort of their homes.

Wimborne Sports Forum has announced promoting teenage participation in sport and supporting mental health will be the focus of an upcoming community meeting.

A lifelong Disney fan from Poole, enjoyed a day out to see his favourite characters in the National Motor Museum.

Santa LIVE! is returning to Verwood this Christmas following its sell-out success.

A teenager has landed a top 25 spot at the Miss Teen Great Britain finals.

Dorset has been ranked among England's 10 best counties, thanks to features such as its beaches, National Trust sites and produce

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.