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Work has begun on major play area refurbishments across the BCP area.

Police have recovered stolen vehicles and progressed wildlife crime investigations as part of ongoing rural policing efforts across Dorset.

STAFF at a Poole pub were left “absolutely gobsmacked” when The Gentlemen stars Theo James and Kaya Scodelario walked in for a surprise karaoke night.

Parking restrictions on a congested road in Christchurch have been recommended to go ahead in order to stop buses getting trapped behind parked cars.

A new 20mph speed limit is being proposed across 14 roads in Poole to create a safer walking and cycling route.

Police have arrested several people and seized thousands of pounds worth of illegal cigarettes during a week of enforcement activity in Bournemouth town centre.

Mushrooms and toadstools are appearing on UK lawns this autumn. Lawn experts explain why they grow and how to remove them.

A new homelessness strategy has been launched with a focus on prevention and early support

A new homelessness strategy has been launched with a focus on prevention and early support

Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club comes to Bournemouth Pavilion on October 23, featuring Dan Antopoloski, Joe Foster, Eli Matthewson and MC Damion Larkin.

Drivers are being advised to imagine a cup of tea on their passenger seat to save fuel.

The Orionid meteor shower, known for its fast, bright meteors, will peak in the coming week.

Oakhaven Hospice’s Light up a Life event is an opportunity for the bereaved to remember their loved ones.

Coles Miller law firm has been named the exclusive medical negligence legal panel member for the county by the Foundation for Infant Loss Training.

Ministers are considering plans to extend the £180 fee to online streaming platforms to prevent people avoiding payment

Eleven young cricketers from Bryanston and Bryanston Prep are celebrating after securing or retaining places on county cricket development programmes.

Port Regis, based in Motcombe near Shaftesbury, has been crowned the UK Boarding School of the Year.

Donna Mary Mosley has applied to BCP Council for a variation to the premises licence for The Paddle, located on 397 Waterford Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch.

Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East, joined the Dorset Parky Striders at a special training session to celebrate their second anniversary.

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.