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Crunch Catering has applied to sell alcohol at Illuminate Upton Country Park in Poole from November 14 to January 10, 2027; objections close November 5.

Verwood Youth Club is hosting the free Halloween party and haircuts event on Monday, October 26, which will offer free haircuts and Halloween fun.

Rare Forsyth sporting shotguns owned by Duke of Wellington, valued at £185,000, will be shown publicly at London’s LAPADA Fair from October 28 to November 1.

Arts University Bournemouth hosted firm Twenty7tec for a creative away day, using art workshops to tackle workplace challenges and improve collaboration.

Have you been to the village of Burley in the New Forest? Here's all you need to know, including its history of witches and smugglers

An Italian sofa retailer has opened a new store in Poole.

A former guest house in Bournemouth will be transformed into a school for children with special educational needs

Dorset campaigners condemn approval of North Sea Jackdaw gas field, warning fossil fuel drilling threatens wildlife, communities and climate efforts.

Dorset Business Expo attracted 400+ visitors, 66 exhibitors and 2,384 virtual business card exchanges at the Hilton Hotel in Bournemouth.

Home Farm Cafe can be found close to the village of Tarrant Gunville and has been earning rave reviews for its food

TC Group welcomes four new trainees in Bournemouth, offering hands-on accountancy, audit and tax careers to graduates and a college leaver.

A beauty therapist has been named a finalist in a national awards scheme.

A site with planning permission for a drive-through restaurant will go under the hammer next week.

Bournemouth Town Council is creating a new town guide featuring attractions, events, businesses and community groups for residents and visitors.

Christchurch student entrepreneur Isaac Kennington reaches ESBF Champion of Champions final with CVSuite.ai, an AI careers platform for better job applications.

Forest Holme Hospice Charity honours Dorset volunteers at annual volunteer celebration, presenting seven Hidden Heroes Awards and 10-year service badges.

A new app designed to help people connect with tradespeople in their area has been released to the public.

Beach House Restaurant in Mudeford has applied to BCP Council for an alcohol licence, with public representations invited by November 5.

Harry Redknapp brings his An Evening With Harry Redknapp show to Lighthouse Poole on November 11, with stories, laughter and VIP meet-and-greet tickets.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole drivers face road closures and temporary road works in October due to BCP Council and utility works. Expect delays

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.