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A planning inquiry into plans to build 51 retirement homes on the site of a former police station in Hythe is due to reopen next week.

Walkers has reintroduced its Pigs in Blankets flavour in its 2026 Christmas range, alongside Roast Potatoes and Sensations Honey Glazed Roast Ham.

Former Spandau Ballet frontman Tony Hadley has stepped up his campaign to help save a village pub near Thame

More than 100 former Beefeater, Brewers and Cookhouse sites will reopen after being acquired by Queensway Inns and Common Table Group.

Two men have been charged with possessing flares at the Southampton v Portsmouth derby at St Mary's Stadium.

Witness and dashcam appeal following fatal collision in Wareham

A WOMAN has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash in the early hours.

Motorists are facing delays following reports of a crash blocking the A31 at Canford Bottom roundabout this morning.

You could be attracting rats to your home without realising it by making a simple kitchen mistake.

The finalists of Celebrity Traitors 2026 are believed to have been leaked with fans now having to avoid spoilers.

B&M is scheduled to open eight new UK stores by the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations.

Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will tell MPs that failing to seek a new deal with the EU would be a dereliction of duty, reiterating closer ties could boost growth

Households drying laundry indoors face £3,000 repair bills, rejected insurance claims and serious health risks from toxic mould, experts warn.

The Food Standards Agency has issued an urgent recall for imported eggs linked to 36 salmonella cases in England

Passengers arriving at Gatwick Airport can now pass through eGates without showing their passports under new rules.

Russell Brand is set to appear in court today for the start of his trial over charges of rape and sexual assaults against six women.

A police dog was among the unsung heroes celebrated at a recent awards ceremony.

A record-breaking car restored by engineers at Beaulieu's National Motor Museum is just six months away from a planned return to the Florida beach where it made motoring history.

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.