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The UK Cinema Association (UKCA) said many venues have already banned or limited the use of the glasses over both privacy and piracy concerns.

An independent natural products store which specialised in sourcing eco-friendly, healthy sustainable, greener brands will close its doors after a decade in trade.

Purbeck Cider Company, based in Dorset, will host its second annual Apple Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Dorset Cider Farm (BH20 5JP).

Shoplifting is not a victimless crime; that is why it is so important to tackle these harmful offences robustly and in a targeted way.

Residents are being invited to help shape plans to protect Christchurch Harbour at a public meeting next month.

Two old friends with a shared passion for sailing have been reunited by their respective care homes for a sailing trip across Southampton Water and the Solent,

Hampshire County Council to close several New Forest roads from August 2026 for 18 months. Find details, affected routes, and diversions for local drivers.

Rachel Bright’s Art Tribe workshops are taking place at Happy River Retreat near Wareham.

Swanage Jazz Festival 2001 saw record crowds as 30 bands brought New Orleans jazz to Dorset.

NHS is urging Brits to start booking flu jabs to ease winter demands in A&E departments.

UK travel company Golf Villa Rentals Ltd has ceased trading (as of August 18), with all holiday packages cancelled - are you affected?

Shoppers have been warned not to use some products and not to eat some foods this week, including items sold at Tesco and Waitrose.

David Tennant has not yet returned in audio form as the 14th Doctor, despite featuring as the 10th Doctor in new stories.

Brits are being urged to retune their TVs after five channel changes were made in the latest Freeview update on August 19, 2026.

Shoppers can buy chocolates, including Maltesers, M&Ms and Galaxy Counters, for just 1p from Co-op for a limited time - here's how.

A chocolate bar has returned to shelves at Asda after nearly 30 years.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara has landed a new role after leaving the BBC show.

The UK Cinema Association (UKCA) said many venues have already banned or limited the use of the glasses over both privacy and piracy concerns.

A rare £2 coin has sold for more than £134 after its fried egg error started a bidding war.

Harry Redknapp will pen an exclusive weekly column for the Daily Echo where he will dissect the Cherries’ performances in the Premier League and in Europe, reminisce on his time as Bournemouth boss and run the rule over the biggest issues in the game.

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”?