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A31 closed in both directions after crash causes oil spill

Wareham The Priory hotel has been recognised as one of the world's most outstanding places to stay after being awarded a prestigious Michelin Key

A man reportedly attempted steal steaks and acted in a threatening manner towards staff an shop in New Milton.

A MAN “behaving erratically” in and allegedly wielding a knife was arrested Saturday in Bournemouth town centre.

Plans to build a two bedroom bungalow in the garden of a house in Bournemouth has been submitted.

Plans to knock down existing building and build a new chalet-style bungalow in Poole have been submitted.

Plans to convert a shop in Bournemouth into three flats have been submitted.

A 15-year-old girl last seen in the early hours on Sunday morning has been reported missing from Bournemouth.

Randy’s Donuts, the famous American chain, is set to make its UK debut in Edinburgh.

Ed Sheeran questions his future as an artist after Macklemore’s tour removal, Gaza comments and backing acts’ withdrawals.

Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team has reported a busy week of activity across the county, including arrests, vehicle seizures, and community engagement.

Documentary screenings are set to spark community conversations around environmental and social action.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Documentary screenings are set to spark community conversations around environmental and social action.

Randy’s Donuts, the famous American chain, is set to make its UK debut in Edinburgh.

Ed Sheeran questions his future as an artist after Macklemore’s tour removal, Gaza comments and backing acts’ withdrawals.

Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team has reported a busy week of activity across the county, including arrests, vehicle seizures, and community engagement.

Labour figures, including Lord Neil Kinnock, are calling for Prime Minister Andy Burnham to introduce compulsory voting.

A rare Easy Rider Billy Bike replica, built by Lucky Buck Custom Cycles, will be auctioned at Charterhouse, Haynes Motor Museum, 26 Nov. Estimate: £15k-£17k.

It is with deep regret that 2185 (Swanage) DF will not be reopened after the Covid pandemic.

A YouTube video provides an insightful look at Brownsea Island in 1962.

THE South West's 'R rate' has stayed the same as the national R rate has grown, according to the latest Government update.

A BRITISH Army veteran is set to tackle a gruelling 96-mile Jurassic Coast trek for charity.

A road through the Purbecks is currently closed due to wild horses on the road on Monday morning (May 17)

Wrapped up warm I trundle down towards the Cove at Lulworth, just as the sun struggles to emerge on a bitterly cold January morning.

THE first day of filming a new Star Wars TV series has commenced at a quarry not so far away in Dorset.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a serious injury crash in Dorset that saw a woman in her 70s cut free from the wreckage while two elderly men were also injured.