The Cherries could face the likes of Juventus, AC Milan, and Marseille in the Europa League next season, but they have hosted European giants at Dean Court before.

According to decades of word-of-mouth in the local pub and stories told to local youngsters, the landscape has been stained forever red.

Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East, has proposed a National Police App that would allow residents to report crimes directly from their phones.

Geoffrey Smail, from Bournemouth, was recently treated for bowel cancer following previous diagnoses of thyroid cancer in 2017 and prostate cancer in 2022.

Two young brothers from Dorset who died in a collision in Cornwall on Friday have been remembered by their family.

The Bournemouth Daily Echo and Safeguard Community Support have today announced a new alliance going forward. This will see two pillars of the community “work together in the best interests of Bournemouth”.

Traffic and travel updates for BCP and wider areas.

Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing teen who was last seen yesterday evening.

Crimestoppers launches UK campaign urging public to report domestic abuse anonymously during the World Cup, as incidents rise sharply around football matches.

Girlguiding volunteer Kathleen Butler from Bournemouth honoured in London’s West End for her dedication to Brownies, Rainbows and Guides in Dorset.

Pennyfarthing Homes has submitted detailed plans for the next phase of its affordable housing Sandle Park development, located in Fordingbridge.

Lytchett Minster School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has secured some heavily discounted storage thanks to two former students.

The show attracts more than 85,000 visitors each year, which features more than 500 traders and exhibitors.

Bridgit, an online platform for unpaid carers, now features an upgraded AI-powered coach that offers round-the-clock assistance in Dorset.

Ellis Jones Solicitors is encouraging employers to consider flexible working arrangements to help minimise workplace disruption during the World Cup

A new survey, led by a partnership of organisations in Dorset, has been launched to gather public views on mental health support and awareness.

Gorley Road bus stop in Ringwood upgraded with new shelter, better seating and improved accessibility, funded by New Forest District Council.

A world class surgical robot has been introduced at Poole Hospital by University Hospitals Dorset, making it the first trust in the south west to adopt the next generation of the ground breaking technology.

People living in the New Forest are encouraged to make their gardens more wildlife-friendly this summer to help support some of the UK’s rarest species.

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is inviting applications for its Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) local infrastructure fund.

Purbeck Flying Festival will take place on Saturday, June 20, at Eyres Field in Wareham, and will feature a variety of aircraft.

The Bob Ross Effect, a new interactive theatre show by Sarah-Louise Young, blends comedy, art, and live drawing. Premieres 11 June at Lighthouse, Poole.

From June 18, Aldi is launching its latest Family Camping range, with prices from just £1.79, with products such as tents 74% cheaper than at Halfords.

Discover the Teddy Bear Fair at Brockenhurst Village Hall on 14 June. Explore artist bears, vintage collectables, crafting supplies and more. Free parking.

The Churchill Foundation’s charity golf tournament at Remedy Oak Golf Club raised £57,780 for UK community projects, with 22 teams and support from Shoosmiths.

Atelier, a development finance lender, has provided a £8.1 million loan to support the construction of 13 apartments in Poole.

The Ivy Collection launched its limited-edition 1966 menu alongside Sir Geoff Hurst on Monday, June 8, to celebrate the FIFA World Cup at its UK restaurants.

SNG Community Foundation launches £1,000 Bournemouth grants for volunteer-led projects. Apply for funding for local clean-ups, youth and community schemes.

A new community defibrillator has been installed on Gillett Road, Talbot Village, thanks to local fundraising, Day Lewis Pharmacy, and AEDdonate support.

Zizzi is offering free main courses to Italian nationals at its UK restaurants, including in Bournemouth, from June 8 to June 18.

A team of care home staff took part in Twilight a fundraising walk to support funds for breast cancer care.

A violent repeat offender with a long history of targeting women and a record of homophobic abuse across the county died after an electric shock in his flooded prison cell at HMP Winchester.

The landlady of a pub in Sopley has said that it feels 'surreal' to be opening again after facing multiple months of closures.

A devastating fire has destroyed the workshop of a small, family-run business, leaving owners to pick up the pieces with the help of the community.

Two brothers from Wimborne who once vowed to mark their 60th birthdays with a real adventure cycled from one end of the UK to the other for 23 consecutive days to raise money for Julia's House Children's hospice and Race Against Dementia.

Dorset-based Win on Waste has been awarded a £2,725 grant from Talbot Village Trust to boost its volunteer support and recruitment.

A pre-school is marking 50 years at the heart of its community.

Motorcycle enthusiasts are welcomed to Sammy Miller’s Motorcycle Museum on Sunday 14 June to the annual Rickman Day.

A community centre has launched a monthly lottery to raise funds and offer supporters the chance to win cash prizes.

Plans to refurbish public toilets at a community centre in Wimborne are moving forward with the help of a £1,000 donation from Poole and Wimborne Woodland Burial.

A school is enforcing a full ban on smartphones to keep students safer and help them focus in class.

A YOUNG woman who survived a near fatal car crash is now breaking down boundaries in women's cricket

Plans for a major upgrade of the children’s play area in Bournemouth promises an inclusive play space for families

For more than two decades, a journey from London to Dorset entailed one of Britain’s oddest railway rituals - a high-speed electric dash succeeded in a blink by a chugging, rattling diesel shove.

Two young boys from Christchurch have died following a road collision in Cornwall during the half-term holiday.

A new children’s play area could be built in Bournemouth under a council’s play space improvements plan

An e-scooter rider was arrested following reports of anti-social behaviour along the seafront.

Drivers aged between 20 and 39 are responsible for more than a third of crashes in Dorset

Pubs, bars and clubs across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be allowed to stay open later during England and Scotland World Cup matches

Lymington RNLI launched a lifeboat following reports of a lone sailor in difficulty aboard a boat in Hampshire.