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A contemporary Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Chef Jolly is coming to the New Forest this autumn.

Here's a sneak peek inside Hampshire's latest JD Wetherspoon pub, opening today in Dibden Purlieu following a £1.58 million refurbishment.

Families could be missing out on £555 a month in benefits and support as Nationwide expands its free Better Off Indicator to Virgin Money customers.

A Dorset resident is among a dozen contestants to feature in the latest series of a popular TV baking competition.

Workers who use their own cars for business journeys are being reminded they could claim more after HMRC raised mileage rates from 45p to 55p

Morrisons Baby & Toddler Club members can claim a free cake with any hot drink for a whole week from September 7 to 13.

Vinted users face new terms from October 8, including changes to balances, counterfeit items and the Buyer Protection fee.

South Western Railway has achieved White Ribbon accreditation for its efforts to tackle violence against women and girls.

A community choir in Bournemouth is aiming to help raise £1 million for charity through music and fundraising events.

A new season of thought-provoking films is set to begin in Bournemouth.

A good story, a cold beer, and a bit of banter can go a long way.

Step-free access plans for Pokesdown station take centre stage at Boscombe & Pokesdown Community Forum on September 10.

New harvest and craft market launches in Shaftesbury on September 19, raising funds for Open House and its community projects.

Bournemouth artist Tony Zohari brings Persian poetry to life through electronic music inspired by Rumi and Hafez.

Set within the New Forest countryside, Little Barn is a 270-square-metre timber-framed house designed by Bournemouth-based Footprint Architects.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Brittany Ferries will permanently axe its historic Poole-to-Cherbourg route this autumn, ending a link between Dorset and France which has lasted decades.

A man said he was “ecstatic” and “very grateful” after being reunited with his wedding ring, which he thought he had lost forever at Sandbanks Beach.

Classic car and bike enthusiasts descended on Sturminster Newton last weekend for a monthly event which brings together a varied display of striking vehicles and fellow motoring fans.

Police said their investigation into the alleged murder of a man outside Parkstone social club is continuing.

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”?