A COMMUNITY has been left shocked after a man was stabbed near a gardens in Weymouth.

Dorset Council has announced there will be alterations to traffic in the Chickerell area this weekend as a health clinic is set up at Budmouth Academy.

A rare red-spotted bluethroat has been photographed in Dorset

A PUB dating back to 1790 features a design inspired by its maritime roots, with shipping forecasts, ship’s rudders and tide times adorning the walls.

Cllrs Cathy Lugg and Mike Parkes, in a joint question to Dorset Council’s April meeting, asked why the crossing patrol (lollipop lady) in Church Road, Ferndown was being withdrawn at the end of the school term, when in their view, a risk to  pupil...

Neil Duncan-Jordan urges rail reforms and public ownership after research shows season ticket prices could drop 12.6% if train leasing profits were reinvested.

Chris Basham, who lives in Downton and has visited the Forest for most of his life, said he was surprised to find the notice on his car during a short walk close to Godshill Inclosure, near Woodgreen cemetery, on April 2.

UK SMEs face mounting pressure from rising wage bills and labour costs, Azets survey finds, with many freezing hiring amid economic uncertainty.

Creative Enterprise Live: New & Emerging comes to Arts University Bournemouth, offering masterclasses and networking.

Discover Alan Ayckbourn’s Neighbourhood Watch at Bournemouth Little Theatre Club, Winton. A dark comedy running until 18 April. Local theatre, live drama.

A rare WWII StuG III tank, restored by The Weald Foundation, will headline Tankfest 2026 at The Tank Museum, Bovington. Tickets selling fast.

Barratt David Wilson Homes in Dorset partners with EBP South to tackle the construction skills shortage, inspiring students with workshops and apprenticeships.

A rare George III silver entrée dish, owned by the same family for 217 years, will be auctioned at Charterhouse, Sherborne, 27 April. Estimated £2,500–£3,500.

TWO butchers have vowed to keep the traditional trade alive as they take on a long-standing shop in Ferndown.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

A WOMAN has admitted to lying about who she lived with in order to claim Universal Credit.

Six local New Forest campsites have been named among the 9 best in the entire UK.

A woman said that she was 'blown away' after her new self-serve cake shed sold out entirely in the first week.

Take a look inside one of Bournemouth's newest venues which opened in the former Slug & Lettuce site last month.

A new boat has been named and launched to offer accessible trips on the water.

ALMOST a thousand residents have objected to plans for 140 new homes on the edge of a New Forest village — with just three people submitting comments in support.

Bournemouth has earned the title 'The Sauciest City' for ordering more portions of extra sauce on Deliveroo than anywhere else in England.

Vaccinations and antibiotics are now being offered to young people who live or go to school in the Weymouth area following three confirmed cases of meningococcal infection (meningitis) in young people

A POLICE cordon and road closures are in place in Weymouth after an incident last night

Built in 1927 by Day, Summers and Company of Southampton at their Northam shipyard on the River Itchen.

A 700-year-old church is finally set to get its first toilet.

Dorset Police launch survey seeking public views on live facial recognition (LFR) technology rollout. Share your feedback by 14 May. Have your say today.

A new artist residency will explore landscapes made famous by a classic children’s television series.

TWO men were taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries after a reported assault incident outside Bournemouth bar.

AN ELECTRICAL fire sparked inside a storeroom at a supermarket in Poole.

POLICE has issued a reminder that parking on zig-zag lines at pedestrian crossings is one of the strictest no-stopping offences on the road.

A MAN who is accused of escaping from lawful custody in Poole is due to appear in crown court.

THREE people have been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug and a money laundering offence in Poole.

A COUPLE who turned their Wimborne home into a mini drug warehouse were caught with kilos of class A and B drugs as well as around £20,000 in cash.

There are delays to the new food waste collection service, which started less than two weeks ago, in parts of Poole and Bournemouth while it gets ‘up and running’.

History took to the skies this morning as a restored Spitfire soared above Bournemouth for it's 90th anniversary celebration tour on it's way to make its last descent in Southampton.

A teaching assistant's rare Pokémon cards found in an attic after 20 years will now pay for his wedding - after selling for more than £32k.

The sale of Poole Civic Centre for £5.25million to a Manchester-based real estate investment and development company has not yet been completed.

A proposal to demolish a bungalow and build two homes in Christchurch has been approved.

A supernatural horror reimagining, a comedy-drama film and a re-release of an iconic Japanese anime film are among films shown in BCP cinemas this weekend.

Six the Musical returns to Lighthouse Poole in March 2027. Award-winning West End show reimagines Henry VIII’s six wives. Tickets on sale April 2026.

Coastal Comedy Show returns to The Barn, Ringwood on 1 May 2026 with Simon Brodkin, Louis Burgess and Alistair Williams. Tickets from £18. Book now!

Dorset carers honoured by King and Queen at Windsor Castle reception, with Lizzie Eden and Steve Duckett recognised for outstanding support and NHS work.

Children from Tops Day Nurseries Poole enjoyed Tales from Acorn Wood at Lighthouse Poole, exploring storytelling, theatre and Julia Donaldson’s characters.

Celebrate 100 years of Laurel and Hardy in Wimborne with Neil Brand’s live film accompaniment at Tivoli Theatre, 26 April. Silent films, Q&A and more.

Aldi and Neighbourly donated over 1,800 meals to Dorset families in need over Easter, supporting local charities with surplus food from UK stores.

Lessons From Teacher x review: Jack Davis applauds the rom-com thriller at Poole Lighthouse, starring Barbara Smith. A gripping new play by Erin De Frias.

Children’s theatre show "Rabbit and Rey and the Lost Things" comes to Lighthouse Poole on 26 September. Family puppetry and storytelling promised.

Construction of Woodlands School in Colehill, Dorset, is underway. The new SEND facility, led by Dorset Council, will support 56 pupils with additional needs.

Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne offers free entry for blind and visually impaired visitors on International Guide Dogs Day, supporting accessibility.