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The Littledown Family Fun Day returns to Bournemouth on Sunday, July 26, promising a free day of activities and immersive experiences for all ages.

Land managers from across Dorset recently benefited from a day’s fire training, to enhance their knowledge around the impact of field and heath fires.

Derek Radley has been appointed as the new president of Wimborne Rotary, taking over from outgoing president Brian Dryden

Come and join Nick Cope for a brand-new, delightful family concert, featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more, at Lighthouse Poole on October 10.

To help aspiring entrepreneurs turn ambitions into action, Poole-based business firm Evolve is bringing back its Ignite start-up programme this September

A Dorset nursery has been named one of the top 20 in the South West and is celebrating a long-serving member of staff.

Paul Payne was presented with a special plaque by Forest Holme Hospice in recognition of his fundraising efforts through an annual community fundraising event.

Trethowans has relocated its Bournemouth office from Oxford Road to a new 9,000 sq ft space on the second floor of the Bobby’s department store building.

Residents are being invited to make the most of the summer holidays, with a packed programme taking place across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

RIDE, a 20-minute performance created by Zoielogic Dance Company, toured five BCP schools in partnership with Pavilion Dance South West.

Tom Hayes MP has welcomed Andy Burnham's new commitment to end long-term rough sleeping, backed by an additional £340 million investment.

In August 1998, the 15th Bournemouth Kite Festival brought colour and spectacle to Hengistbury Head.

Explore the hidden heritage of Stoney Cross. Uncover the story behind its name, the mystery of the Rufus Stone, and its role as RAF Stoney Cross.

The UK's smallest commercial cinema, which has offered visitors a unique experience since 2016, is closing for good.

More than £24,000 of parking fines were handed out on a single Bournemouth town centre road in one year, new figures show.

A care home which has stood empty for two years has been sold to a house builder.

A man has been charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.

A man has been charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.

Traffic is reportedly gridlocked on the A338 after reports of a crash. Updates to follow.

A 'large' fire spread across three fields as firefighters work to surround the blaze.

A man has reportedly been committing acts of "outraging public decency" in the naturist section of Studland beach and Police are appealing for information.

A celebration of archaeology is set to spark curiosity and exploration across the South West.

Purbeck Film Festival returns for its 30th year from August 15 with open-air screenings across Purbeck's most extraordinary locations.

The 'Roads to Rail' steam rally from Swanage Railway will take place from June 26 to June 28 near Norden station and Purbeck Park

More than 40 pre-1957 Citroën vehicles visited Purbeck Mining Museum in Norden as part of the three-day Jurassic Coast Rally.

Helen Goldsack, chief executive of Citizens Advice East Dorset & Purbeck, has retired after 27 years with the organisation.

For the first time in 80 years, Purbeck will welcome the return of the Famous Five through a collaboration between the National Trust and Blyton Books.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has been selected as Charity of the Year by Isle of Purbeck Golf Club’s Seniors Captain, Stuart Hopkins.