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A rare 2009 Blue Peter London 2012 Olympic Games 50p coin has fetched £160 on eBay after attracting 15 bids, selling for more than 300 times its face value.

A hotel is set to reopen after being evacuated due to structural damage in one of its guest rooms.

Vehicle cloning hits record high as more than 11,400 motorists contest fines for offences committed by fraudsters on cloned number plates.

Chios Airport on Chios, Greece’s fifth-biggest island, will be closing down for four months, with all flights suspended.

UK homeowners could face council fines and £5,000 fines over weeds, long grass and vermin.

Anyone approaching the end of a fixed-rate mortgage should consider their options early, experts have said.

Mortgage rejections are rising despite looser lending rules. Experts explain six reasons applications fail and what to do if your mortgage is declined.

Drivers will soon be given new rights so they can avoid "unfair" fines over £100 for making common mistakes in private car parks across the UK.

Martin Lewis has told homeowners whose mortgage deal ends within a year to act six months in advance. Find out how booking a fixed rate early could help.

Plans to build 49 homes on green belt land beside Hollybush Farm in Hordle have been submitted to New Forest District Council.

Strong winds are expected to cause disruption and potential damage across Dorset later this week after a weather warning was issued.

Heavy traffic along the A338 after reports of a crash - updates to follow.

Boscombe Salvation Army Band celebrates its 140th anniversary with Black Dyke Band at a special Bournemouth concert on November 7, supporting its Christian mission.

Fordingbridge’s award-winning community refill shop, The Green Gram, has awarded grants totalling £1,478 to seven organisations as part of its grant funding

Bournemouth’s Diwali Mela takes place on November 14 at St Francis Church, Charminster, featuring Indian food, music, crafts and entertainment. Tickets £3.

Christchurch Town Council has backed plans for the Shakespeare Shout to return in 2027 and beyond, following the success of the first event earlier this year.

New Milton Town Council is inviting people to participate in their annual Plant a Tree Initiative

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest will host an illuminated trail through the woods alongside spooky family activities, crafts and themed food.

Canford School has officially opened its new College and Residences, marking a significant investment in the future of post-16 education in Dorset.

The Tank Museum in Bovington secures a rare Swedish engine and gearbox loan, bringing King Tiger V2 closer to running again as restoration donations continue.

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.