A New Forest man who appeared on the reality dating programme Married at First Sight (MAFS) has spoken out against the "big issues" with welfare on the show.

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90s pop star Chesney Hawkes has long had a special connection to Dorset, shaped by his friendship with Cerne Abbas resident Vic Irvine, who sadly passed away in 2025.

New data from Jessops shows Sandbanks beach in Poole was named the most photographed in the UK, topping the list with 48,600 Instagram hashtags.

Last month, Dorset Police officers took to the roads with CSW volunteers and the Camera Safety Team in east Dorset.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy snapping pictures of springtime wildlife

Enjoy family-friendly half term activities in Somerset with the National Trust, including wildlife days, falconry, medieval combat, music, crafts, and more.

Queen Street and North Street in North Petherton will close 24/7 from 26–28 May for Openreach cabling works. Somerset Council confirms alternative route.

Perfect Shop Ltd in Bridgwater applies to Somerset Council to sell alcohol 7am–3am daily. Public comments on the licence change accepted until 1 June.

Police are investigating a potential sexual offence after drones were reported flying invasively near homes in the Bridgwater area.

A breast cancer survivor from west Dorset has taken to the skies in a daredevil move to raise money for a charity that helped her through one of the toughest chapters of her life

Residents have raised concerns after several dogs have mysteriously become ill in west Dorset

90s pop star Chesney Hawkes has long had a special connection to Dorset, shaped by his friendship with Cerne Abbas resident Vic Irvine, who sadly passed away in 2025.

The woodworking specialists have secured a future under new ownership following a challenging period for the wider retail sector.

A reader has told of their concern about planned changes to GP sick notes for mental health sufferers

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy snapping pictures of springtime wildlife

Temporary road closures in Burnham and Highbridge from 26 May to 5 June for electricity works, affecting North, West, East, South Avenues and Parsons Road.

Enjoy family-friendly half term activities in Somerset with the National Trust, including wildlife days, falconry, medieval combat, music, crafts, and more.

Dozens of Somerset families living in council houses are waiting for years for essential improvements to make their properties more accessible

'Severe delays' have been reported along the M5 Southbound in Somerset between Bridgwater (J24) and Portishead (J19). The current average speed is 15 mph.

Doner and Gyros Yeovil applies to Somerset Council to serve hot food past 11pm daily. View application details and submit objections by 4 June 2026.

A Chard man who shouted abuse at his neighbour when he caught her taking photographs on his driveway has been fined £200.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy snapping pictures of springtime wildlife

South Petherton Scouts win Fox Trophy Novice Award after 17-mile expedition. South Somerset group calls for more adult volunteers to support Scouting.

Enjoy family-friendly half term activities in Somerset with the National Trust, including wildlife days, falconry, medieval combat, music, crafts, and more.

Somerset cruised to a seven-wicket win to start their T20 campaign with a win

There are only a few small clouds in Larkhall's sky

It's a new lease of life for a 400-year-old pub!

It's almost PYO season

The heated outdoor pool is open until the end of September