INVESTIGATIONS have begun into "elevated levels of bacteria" causing a "foul odour" at Avon Beach.

DEVELOPERS behind proposals to build hundreds of homes on former green belt land north of Bearwood say the latest delay in the planning process will "further slow the provision of essential new houses for local families".

A CAMPAIGN has been launched to pedestrianize Wareham Quay creating a “tranquil scene”.

It's GCSE results day for pupils across Dorset and the New Forest - follow the latest updates.

RESIDENTS and Councillors in Broadstone are “delighted” that plans to build an “eyesore” 5G mast at the heart of an estate have been refused.

A METAL detectorist reunited a family with a diamond engagement ring lost in the sea after a major search involving a tennis court-size area of the seabed.

A MULTI-agency response was launched to rescue two teenage boys from the cliffs at Durdle Door.

CHANGES are being sought to a West Cliff hotel to use part of the ground floor as a restaurant – together with the creation of an outdoor seating area.

OLYMPIC bronze medallist Emma Wilson said inspiring young people to get into windsurfing was “incredible” as she returned from the games to a special Dorset homecoming.

A MAN reported missing from Poole has been found, police have confirmed.

Teachers in England have been required to consider a range of evidence, including mock exams, coursework, and in-class assessments.

A ROAD is set to close for the entirety of the weekend as Poole hosts the Upton Country Park Food & Drink Festival.

CAMPAIGNERS are fighting plans to build 100 homes on farmland next to a Hampshire road that often floods after heavy rain.

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An ENVIRONMENTAL campaigner was circled by around 50 sharks off Branksome beach during a world record practice swim.

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A SERIES of roads will close in Poole as the town celebrates VJ Day on Sunday.

The scams, ranging from completing surveys to joining dating websites, could reveal your bank details to fraudsters.

There are more options available to you on GCSE results day than you might think.

ONE of the greatest feats of British engineering came into play 77 years ago today when PLUTO – pipeline under the ocean - began transporting oil from the south coast of England over the Channel and into Normandy, France. It was a vital master st...

HUNDREDS of children were living in temporary accommodation in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole during the last national lockdown, figures show.

DORSET and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue assisted Lulworth Coastguard Rescue Team with the rescue of two teenage males from the cliffs at Durdle Door.

THE second phase of the Dolphin Centre’s new “retail experience” will be launching this month – including market stalls and programmed events.

TWO new solar powered bins have been installed in a Dorset town in a bid to stop seagulls from getting to the rubbish.

VISITORS and residents of the New Forest will start to see new digital road signs appearing at key spots.

BOURNEMOUTH Pier has been named the most instagrammed in the UK with roughly 43,200 mentions so far in 2021, according to new research.

WELCOME to the world to five more of Dorset's newest additions.

A LETTER penned by Lieutenant-General Bernard Montgomery around a fortnight before the decisive World War II Battle of El Alamein has been donated to the Tank Museum.

A CHILDREN’S TV series which is being made in Bournemouth for distribution by Wallace and Gromit creator Aardman Animation has received backing from a council grant.

FOLLOWING a long and arduous recruitment process, Bournemouth & Poole College is pleased to announce the appointment of Woody as the college’s first Caring Canine.

Hermes has announced a new partnership with UK supermarket Tesco.

Mary Seer of the Echo Camera Club took her visit to Boscombe Pier and captured this atmospheric photo of the pier at dusk.

UNFORTUNATELY, air travel is one of the more environmentally damaging activities we can undertake.

Both Charles and Prince William have expressed concern over the way the allegations have been handled by Andrew.

POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a missing Poole man believed to be “very upset”.

A WOMAN who had possibly been sexually assaulted was helped into a taxi by two women.

FRESH plans to address traffic issues in a Bournemouth neighbourhood have been put out for consultation.

A MAN grabbed a 17-year-old girl sitting at the base of the zipline on Bournemouth Pier and attempted to kiss her.

THREE fire crews attended a "severe" house fire in Bournemouth on Tuesday afternoon that saw residents evacuated and three dogs rescued.

AN INMATE at a Dorset jail spat in the face of a prison officer just minutes after the offender was told he had tested positive for the coronavirus.

A BUSINESSMAN who “incompetently and stupidly” continued as the director of five companies for years after disqualification, coinciding with tens of thousands of pounds of losses, has avoided an immediate jail term.

TWO men have been arrested following a serious assault in a supermarket car park which left a man with a fractured skull.

A TAKEAWAY has been ordered to take action after boxes of wet chicken were seen on the floor and rodents were seen in its outside yard.

Martin Lewis has warned Brits to check their piggybanks, money jars and loose change hiding spots.

CHERRIES are set to make the trip to Norwich in the second round of the Carabao Cup.

A MAN hurled homophobic abuse and splashed water at a woman swimming in the sea at Mudeford.

MORE than 450 new coronavirus cases have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24-hour period, according to latest statistics.

SCOTT Parker said a “good open relationship” with Cherries’ recruitment chiefs was important in identifying the right targets for the club.

CONCERNS have been raised over the process that is set to lead to a decision on a contentious plan to create a new nature park on the fringes of Bournemouth.

A driver is responsible for booking and MOT every 12 months to ensure their vehicle is road worthy.