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Evri to create 10,000 jobs as hiring drive launched for parcel delivery firm
Evri has announced it will be launching a recruitment drive, aiming to fill out 10,000 positions across the UK
Millions of new coins with King Charles' portrait heading into circulation
The Royal Mint has shared that millions of 10p coins with King Charles' portrait will be heading into circulation
Emmerdale star feared being written out of ITV soap after 9 years in recent storyline
Emmerdale star Katie Hill has revealed she feared her character Sarah Sugden would be written out of the ITV soap - here's why.
Little-known Netflix hack that could save users £84 a year on ad-free subscription
Netflix users could save £84 a year on an ad-free subscription by using the little-known "extra member" feature.
How to get 47 days off work in 2027 using just 19 days of annual leave
Workers could turn 19 days of annual leave into 47 days away from work next year by cleverly booking around the 2027 bank holidays.
Students given urgent warning to get free NHS MenB jab before Freshers' Week
Nearly one million students are being urged to get a free NHS MenB vaccination before heading to university
Ryanair passengers warned to check luggage restrictions or risk fines of up to £51
Ryanair passengers should be careful when taking a crossbody bag on flights with them alongside a cabin bag.
Sky issues new warning on illegal streaming devices as Premier League season begins
Sky has issued a fresh warning to those using illegal streaming devices as the 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway.
Work to begin on major refurbishment of Kings Park play area on September 1
Work to transform Kings Park play area will soon get started – with major upgrades set to bring new life to the much-loved park.
National Highways issues A31 update
National Highways issues A31 update as it carries out repairs following the New Forest wildfire.
Dorset tractor show raises £530 for hospital and air ambulance
A tractor show has raised more than £500 for two good causes.
South West parents feel the pinch as nearly half worry about cost of uniforms
Research by Save the Children and the Baby Bank Alliance found that 47 per cent of parents in the South West are concerned about the price of school uniform.
Local DJs reunite after more than 20 years to raise more than £1,500 for charity
Eight former mobile DJ’s, four local venues and hundreds of supporters have turned a nostalgic reunion into a £1,515 fundraising success.
Award-winning stylist to speak at Westbourne breakfast networking event
Award-Winning Stylist Vicki Gray Joins Agent Nouveau's Networking Breakfast in Westbourne, Tuesday 15th September, 8 am – 10 am
Dorset contractor completes major refurbishment of Bournemouth health centre
Dorset-based contractor Spetisbury Construction has completed a comprehensive refurbishment of Winton Health Centre on Alma Road, Bournemouth
Popular craft fair to return to the Allendale Community Centre this October
The Wimborne Craft Fair will take place on Saturday, October 24, at the Allendale Community Centre from 11am to 3pm
Lymington woman opens her home to support mental health charity Hammersley Homes
A woman has welcomed more than 3,000 visitors into her home over the past five years to raise more than £200,000 for charities
Inaugural Bournemouth Town to Trail event celebrates town’s hidden green spaces
The Bournemouth Town to Trail event, held on August 23, has been praised for showcasing hidden green spaces just steps from Bournemouth town centre.
Topless swim challenge raises more than £20,000 for local air ambulance
The DARE to BARE sponsored swim, held at Vobster Quay on August 23, raised an incredible £24,500 for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA)
Celebrating independent businesses at Brewery Square
Independent shops, restaurants, cafés, wellness providers and attractions make Brewery Square one of Dorchester’s most vibrant destinations
Cider maker launches new brew in fundraising partnership with air ambulance
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.
'Build your own home' in Dorset with plot of land up for sale for £2.5million
Plans for a new 'build your own' waterfront home with panoramic views have been approved for a site in Dorset
The cult comedy filmed across Dorset you can watch for free
Dorset is the location for Mike Leigh's Play For Today, Nuts in May, which is free to watch on BBC iPlayer
WATCH: This island could have been all yours for just £250k
A YouTube video provides an insightful look at Brownsea Island in 1962.
The day Del Boy filmed Only Fools and Horses in Dorset
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?
Ferry staff subject to verbal abuse following hour suspension
Sandbanks Ferry staff were 'verbally abused' by passengers during a temporary suspension.
Hundreds of jobs created at holiday park as part of £500k investment
Hundreds of jobs are to be created at a holiday park as part of a major nationwide investment.
Residents split over introducing tourist tax
SHOULD there be a tourist tax in Purbeck – the “Purbeck Pound”?





























