For centuries, the sudden loss of the sun filled communities with dread — and drove people to capture it.

Hill Cottage Farm Camping and Caravan Park near New Forest National Park was featured in Campsites.co.uk’s 2026 Outstanding Sites List.

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in July due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

The classic cars, spares and automobilia from lifelong classic car collector and enthusiast Dave Angel is being sold by Charterhouse on Wednesday 19th August.

Pinnacle Plants International seeks Environment Agency approval to abstract water from the River Stour, for agricultural use. Comments by August 19.

Rotary Parkstone CIO and Rotary Poole have joined together to plant a Peace Pole in the Rose Garden at Poole Park, creating a lasting symbol of peace and hope.

Bluey’s Big Play, the Olivier-nominated live show based on the Emmy-winning television series, will come to Bournemouth Pavilion from August 6 to August 9.

Tardis Environmental UK Ltd applies for an HGV operator licence at Baillie House, Sturminster Marshall, for 2 goods vehicles and 2 trailers. Objections invited.

The myCityHunt smartphone app is now available in Bournemouth, offering immersive scavenger hunts and interactive tours for families, friends and tourists.

Colten Care’s The Aldbury in Poole transformed its garden into a vibrant sensory trail filled with wind chimes and ribbons for a summer celebration.

Drgnfly in Poole applies to BCP Council to extend live and recorded music and late-night refreshment hours until 3.30am. Public comments open until August 14.

Stairway Joinery operates from a fully refurbished, state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest machinery and technology.

Aldi is looking to secure sites for new stores in Dorset as part of its continued UK expansion.

A New Milton restaurant is opening its doors under fresh ownership, aiming to make its mark by combining Indian cuisine with a strong sense of community.

A proposal to remove funding for community groups in Bournemouth has drawn sharp criticism, with opposition councillors accusing Reform of not supporting local organisations.

Bournemouth’s growing film scene was in the spotlight this week as the Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF) officially launched its 2026 programme with a special event at the Palace Court Theatre.

A historic building in Poole will not be sold to newly formed town council as it produces income for BCP Council

A CYCLE lane along Wimborne Road at Ferndown added 16 cyclists on the route per day, each costing £14, Dorset councillors have been told.

Fearless pop icon and cultural force Self Esteem and living legend Billy Ocean headlined the Castle Stage at Camp Bestival as the sun set on an epic second day of the UK's favourite family festival; the ultimate 'festi-holiday'.

THE former chief constable of Hampshire police who faces an allegation that he had sex while on duty was paid more than £55,000 after resigning while his conduct was under investigation.

Costcutter Swanage, based on the Swanage High Street and run by the Tomes family since 1908, has partnered with Snappy Shopper for a new home delivery service.

Trains towards Southampton Central are facing major disruption due to a possible obstruction on the line.

A vigilant Uber courier helped prevent a resident from falling victim to a courier fraud scam.

Boating holidays in Dorset are on the rise as the latest dog-friendly travel alternative as data shows 37 percent of UK families now travelling with their pets.

Three man have been charged following an alleged attempted armed robbery in Poole.

A car was reportedly stolen from a road in Poole, and police are looking for two men they would like to identify.

A discussion between former football manager Harry Redknapp and TalkTV presenter Jeremy Kyle has sparked debate after the pair shared their concerns about immigration and changes in Bournemouth town centre.

Michael Bretton, who murdered Craig Hurcombe with a samurai sword outside his workplace on New Year's Day, has been jailed for life

Local people and visitors gathered in Lymington recently, to celebrate the introduction of five brand new buses to serve Morebus’ New Forest Breezer routes.

Gas mains replacement works by SGN will close Coombe Avenue and Redhill Drive, Bournemouth, 17 August–3 September 2026. Plan ahead for diversions.

Cliff Moore review of Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs – St Peter’s Church, Poole

Go Ape is giving families the chance to explore its Moor Valley Country Park site for 15% off this summer as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme.

Dorset travel update: August 2026 sees road closures, speed limits and diversions in Wimborne St Giles, Lytchett Minster, Witchampton and Blandford St Mary.

Honda Day took place at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum in New Milton on July 25, celebrating the iconic Japanese motorcycle brand.

The Royal Bournemouth Hospital is benefitting from an exciting new artwork at the BEACH Building, unveiled on Wednesday, July 29.

The air crackled with anticipation, a vibrant electricity that only a summer bank holiday could bring to a quiet Hampshire village.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court

Reform led Town Council has published its proposed 2026/2027 budget, describing it as a plan built on “financial prudence”

BCP Council has rejected calls to reopen a Poole Park Whitecliff gate to motorists

An 82-year-old resident has warned drivers are forced to "race" between Poole's lifting bridges because broken signs leave them guessing which is open.

Councillors have approved the sale of land despite “deeply toxic” feelings towards Wessex Water

A woman was left permanently scarred when a stranger bit her at a concert.

Our trader of the week is a long-established independent menswear and school uniform retailer that has served Wimborne residents for 37 years and recently expanded its premises after its most successful year to date.

BCP Council has been given the green light to use new powers to cut roadwork delays and congestion

A Bournemouth shop worker says filthy streets, bad smells and overflowing bins are damaging the town centre's reputation and driving visitors away.

Almería Airport in Spain welcomes thousands of British travellers each year. However, it will shut down for six days to allow for runway upgrades.

A rare partial solar eclipse will be in the UK this August. Here's how and when you can see it.

Road closures have been reported after a police incident in Poole this morning.

The Forum Cafe in Blandford Forum has earned rave reviews thanks to its food, coffee and atmosphere

Chris Packham has shared his dream EastEnders role and what he hopes TV can do to help share information about the environment