Taxi drivers have been urged to look out for signs of people being exploited by gangs in Dorset

A woman has been arrested for drink driving after a car crashed into a barrier and landed on its roof, closing a busy Southampton route

Shocking new figures from RSPCA reveal an increase in animal cruelty reports.

Bournemouth has been selected as one of more than 500 towns taking part in a major government crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour this summer.

Plans to upgrade one of the best-known hotels in the New Forest have been unveiled

A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

A monthly craft group and the Bridgwater Singing Festival are also on the agenda.

Robert Blake Academy bid farewell to its Class of 2025 last month, hosting a Leavers and Prom event.

Here are the latest planning applications in Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in Bridgwater.

A WEST Dorset beach has been named as one of the best UK beaches

Residents in west Dorset have rallied together to call on the Prime Minister to tackle the climate and nature crises.

Emergency services descended on the car park of the Co-op in Sea Road North, Bridport following reports of an assault involving two men

Lyme Regis AFC Sausage & Cider Festival kickstarted summer with a full day of music, food, drink and activities

Protesters who staged a mass trespass at a beauty spot which has been blocked off to the public said it ‘needed to be done.’

A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

From a dance summer showcase to a 1980s-themed entertainment weekend, there's plenty to enjoy in Burnham-on-Sea over the next week.

Expert reveals five home upgrades that can be completely free under government scheme

If you don't clean off green patches of algae on your fence then it could lead to panels being replaced or wood rot.

With Oasis heading on tour this summer and Liam and Noel Gallagher reuinting once again, test your knowledge of the band's songs.

A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

The charity in south Somerset is working to help veterans across the county through its role as a designated NHS Armed Forces Hub.

Amazon has sent out a message to customers warning them to be alert to online scams, following an increase recently ahead of Prime Day.

A third heatwave of the summer is expected to hit the UK by the end of this week, says the Met Office.

King Charles has commended the acts of 'extraordinary courage' shown in the aftermath of the 7/7 attacks and issued a message of unity on its anniversary.

He caused 'significant' distress to locals

BBC One's Countryfile viewers were left outraged as the programme documented a family who practice battery farming for cows and were flooded with complaints.

Traffic is slow in the area

A recent encampment was near a primary school

Work in Southover and Becket Place will close key roads in the city for a month