A POLICE detective has praised the “immense bravery” of a victim after the man who raped her was jailed.

MULTIPLE fire crews have rushed to the scene of an agricultural fire which started spreading to nearby buildings this morning.

Council officers have been told to get back to the office amid claims working from home has contributed to a series of administrative errors.

HOPES of bringing the Dorset Belle pleasure boat to Swanage this year have been dashed after its operator was unable to use the town’s pier.

COUNCIL leaders have been slammed for their “totally unfair” parking policy which has been labelled “potentially class warfare at work”.

THE crew of an air ambulance has captured a unique perspective on the huge development project taking place at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

A MOTORCYCLIST has been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a crash involving a deer.

A TESCO store in a Dorset village is closed for refurbishment work.

MULTIMILLION pound plans for the redevelopment of two seafront locations have been described as “the straw that breaks the camel’s back” for Poole.

The Greggs chicken bakes are sold exclusively at Iceland.

ARMED police were called to a road in Hamworthy on Saturday evening.

Parts of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole could be left underwater by 2030.

FEWER women in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole fell pregnant in 2020, new figures show.

A CELEBRATION recognising the transformation of an overgrown Bournemouth churchyard into a “tranquil green space” will feature activities, exhibitions, and even a string quartet.

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AN “extraordinary” seven-year-old carer has raised more than £1,500 for charity by smashing a four-hour dance-a-thon.

A CHARITY has been given planning permission to turn a Hampshire B&B into a home for "vulnerable" adults with mental health problems.

Details on 10 people who have been sentenced at Poole Magistrates' Court.

BCP Council’s planning chair has again defended his leadership and the committee after further complaints about Christchurch decisions.

“GET YOUR best pots ready, we are heading to the beach” say the makers of Come Dine With Me who are looking for participants in Bournemouth.

People are urged to not plant seeds, trees and gorse at Canford Heath - but instead to donate and volunteer.

Consumer champion Martin Lewis has issued a warning to anyone who is paid the National Living wage.

SIX dogs and Guinea pigs are looking for their forever homes in Dorset.

CHURCHES in Dorset are being warned to remain vigilant amid fears of a rise in metal theft as the last Covid-related restrictions lift.

If the trial is successful, the sustainable packaging will be rolled out to its Whopper range across the UK.

YOUR report about the gridlock being created as a result of roadworks taking place around Mannings Heath contained a pertinent comment from Cllr Vicki Slade who said that as she has to transport children in care from one side of Poole to another she ...

Based on analysis of relevant scams reported to Lloyds Bank, fraud relating to flight bookings was up by 13% in the 12 months.

If you want to plan the perfect staycation or you're looking for a quiet stretch of beach to relax on, this app could be just the ticket.

Minogue and Donovan starred in more than 700 Neighbours episodes between them between 1986 and 1989 as they portrayed Scott and Charlene Robinson.

Here's a selection of Star Wars gifts you can treat yourself or a loved one to this May 4.

A vet has revealed the dangers spring can pose to pets – see the list and find out how to protect your four-legged friends.

A MOTORCYCLIST has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash in rural Dorset.

EMERGENCY services are attending a waterside incident this afternoon.

A CAR burst into flames after a crash on the A31 in Wimborne this afternoon causing a minor injury.

THE COMPLETION of the multi-million-pound A35 Holmsley bridge project could be delayed for at least another month due to nesting birds.

THE leader of BCP Council has said the proof of his administration's success was "clear" in response to a motion of no confidence from opposition members.

WORK to transform a Poole road to better facilitate active travel is underway after original plans were amended following criticism from disabled residents.

Take a look inside Harry Ramsden's new-look restaurant along Bournemouth beach.

THOUSANDS of people descended on Dorset last weekend to see one of the world's most formidable tanks in action at a sold-out event.

It's become a calendar staple over the years.

POLICE are carrying out patrols on Canford Heath in the aftermath of the large heath fire on Saturday April 23.

THE A338 Spur Road could be closed for five nights with essential maintenance works planned.

Details on five people who have been sentenced at Poole Magistrates' Court.

Air conditioning (or lack of) could see drivers punished under Highway Code rule 237.

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Officers are reaching out to the owner of stolen sunglasses and sandals after a successful stop and search.

POLICE are urging residents in Dorset to ensure they report any incidents of catalytic converter theft.

A MAN has been spared an immediate prison term over the burglary of a Bournemouth convenience store.

A WOMAN has been fined for having a knuckle duster in the room of a Bournemouth hotel.

A SCHOOLBOY teamed up with a friend to raise hundreds pounds for a hospital which is close to his heart.