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Lidl submits plans for advertising at new Bournemouth store
Lidl has applied for permission to advertise at its new store in Bournemouth.
Plans submitted to remodel a bungalow in Poole into two-storey family home
A plan has been submitted to remodel a bungalow into a two-storey home.
Plans for new music building at school after classroom repurposed for SEND
A school in Poole has submitted plans for a new music building after its previous facility was repurposed to accommodate children with special educational needs.
Free student study and social hub opening in Bournemouth town centre
A new social hub offering free space for students to study and socialise is launching in a venue in Bournemouth town centre.
Jess Toale: 'What would you put in an empty shop in Bournemouth town centre?'
What would you put in an empty shop in Bournemouth town centre?
Rare Hobbit book bought for 37p could be worth £64,000
The world renowned 'father of fantasy' J.R.R Tolkien’s close connections to Dorset are being remembered ahead of international Hobbit Day next week.
Artificial intelligence helping council build 'more efficient workforce'
DESPITE fears about Artificial Intelligence use Dorset Council says the technology has already started to build a more efficient workforce, freeing up capacity to provide better services.
LIVE: A31 closed in both directions after crash causes oil spill
A31 closed in both directions after crash causes oil spill
Dorset hotel recognised as 'one of the world's most outstanding places to stay'
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
Man 'acted in a threatening manner' after alleged steak theft attempt
A man reportedly attempted steal steaks and acted in a threatening manner towards staff an shop in New Milton.
Man arrested after allegedly wielding knife and removing tags at JD Sports
A MAN “behaving erratically” in and allegedly wielding a knife was arrested Saturday in Bournemouth town centre.
Fresh plans for bungalow in back garden of Bournemouth home
Plans to build a two bedroom bungalow in the garden of a house in Bournemouth has been submitted.
New plans for a bungalow on land in Poole submitted after previous design rejected
Plans to knock down existing building and build a new chalet-style bungalow in Poole have been submitted.
Plans submitted to convert shop in Bournemouth into three flats
Plans to convert a shop in Bournemouth into three flats have been submitted.
Concern for welfare as Poole girl reported missing since early hours of morning
A 15-year-old girl last seen in the early hours on Sunday morning has been reported missing from Bournemouth.
World famous US doughnut chain to open in UK as first location revealed
Randy’s Donuts, the famous American chain, is set to make its UK debut in Edinburgh.
Ed Sheeran thought about quitting music in aftermath of Macklemore row
Ed Sheeran questions his future as an artist after Macklemore’s tour removal, Gaza comments and backing acts’ withdrawals.
Two arrested over alleged burglary targeting elderly residents in Dorset village
Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team has reported a busy week of activity across the county, including arrests, vehicle seizures, and community engagement.
Bournemouth documentary season to explore environmental and social change
Documentary screenings are set to spark community conversations around environmental and social action.
Peeping tom installed equipment to spy on woman - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court: