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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.

Eight former mobile DJ’s, four local venues and hundreds of supporters have turned a nostalgic reunion into a £1,515 fundraising success.

The NHS is urging people to plan ahead for the final Bank Holiday weekend of the summer

Kings Park Care Home in Ferndown welcomed Dorset’s High Sheriff and fellow walkers as they completed the Christchurch to Ferndown stage of her County Line Walk.

Dorset-based contractor Spetisbury Construction has completed a comprehensive refurbishment of Winton Health Centre on Alma Road, Bournemouth

The UK’s longest‑running rock and pop variety show is set to return to the Bournemouth stage next month

If you've ever spent an awkward morning avoiding your ex in the kitchen, trying to make a cup of tea without a row over custody of the teapot, you’ve probably wondered: “Can I force my ex out of the house?” It’s certainly one of the questions I’m asked...

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

The Bournemouth Town to Trail event, held on August 23, has been praised for showcasing hidden green spaces just steps from Bournemouth town centre.

Bournemouth Water is offering customers free water-saving devices designed to help households reduce water consumption and save money on bills.

A development opportunity with approved planning permissions for five detached dwellings has come to market with Savills in the desirable location of Lilliput

Independent shops, restaurants, cafés, wellness providers and attractions make Brewery Square one of Dorchester’s most vibrant destinations

Relive Boscombe Arts Festival 2006 with Latin music, family-friendly entertainment, workshops and live acts at Shelley Park.

Harry Redknapp and Great British Bake Off star Nelly Ghaffer joined young adults with SEND for a summer festival of fun at Merely House in Wimborne.

Whilst other seaside towns are packing up, Bournemouth is still going.

A man who has lived on a farm since childhood says he feels like a 'criminal' after being faced with eviction after more than 60 years.

A woman was diagnosed with a rare eye cancer after complaining to confused colleagues that the office lights were 'flickering'.

Beaulieu invites members of the Fire and Rescue Service and their families to enjoy a free day out over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

A national programme aiming to get people who are homeless off the streets by Christmas has been welcomed by BCP Council

The chief executive of a leading Dorset hospice charity said she had “goosebumps” after it received its first-ever Outstanding rating from the care watchdog.

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”?