This was the scene on the A35 Puddletown Bypass this morning as firefighters tackled a vehicle blaze.

An MP is aiming to improve the lighting in the town centre following reports that a woman was raped in Bournemouth's Lower Gardens.

It’s a market steeped in history - over 750 years of it!

Football fans are being asked to share their experiences to help tackle spectator abuse in the sport.

Fordingbridge Greener Living set up the Woodland Group, and in its first year, oversaw the acquisition of a six-acre woodland.

SandFest will return to Sandbanks Beach in Dorset, on Sunday, July 12, marking its ninth year, with house music star MK, and UK garage legend DJ EZ to perform.

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

Forensics have been at the scene of an incident in Springbourne over night - more as we have it

Nineties nostalgia will fill the air this summer as the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra serves up a night of throwback hits.

A major Guinness memorabilia collection spanning 90 years will be auctioned by Charterhouse Auctioneers in Sherborne, Dorset, on June 25.

A stage is set to turn pink this summer as a high-energy musical comedy lights up a Christchurch theatre.

Parts of Dorset are likely to get a e-scooter hire scheme  – after unanimous  approval at committee stage.

A young entrepreneur has brought a “fresh” and “new” addition to Bournemouth's high street with the opening of a homeware and interiors store after building the business online for nearly two years.

Fiona Bevan and Adam Beattie perform at Lighthouse, Poole, showcasing new albums and heartfelt songs. Review covers tour highlights and musical partnership.

Michael Griffiths, 89, who lives at Colten Care’s Avon Cliff in Bournemouth, performed a live duet with 26-year-old tenor Gregory Steward.

“We have no idea what kind of business will be run from there,” stated one disgruntled neighbour about a Thai Massage Parlour that’s sprung up in the back garden of a Hamworthy estate — making national headlines.

Bournemouth Mayor honours Home Library Service volunteers with RVS Long Service awards for 50 years’ dedication, marking Volunteers’ Week at Central Library.

A VAT change means businesses in Dorset can now donate goods to charity without incurring extra tax with HMRC, Azets has confirmed.

The Samaritans Bournemouth celebrate 65 years supporting local mental health. Volunteers’ Week highlights community support and free helpline 116 123.

Ex-footballer James Beattie and Peter ‘Tubes’ Dale tackle 18 golf courses in 18 hours across Hampshire and Dorset, raising funds for cardiac charity Heartbeat.

A Bournemouth mum-of-two has transformed her family's future after taking ownership of a kitchen makeover business so she could spend more time supporting her chronically ill son.

A much-loved charity bike ride has raised more than £100,000- with the event ranking second highest for fundraising in the world.

Travellers without a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) could miss out on state-provided medical treatment in Europe

DORSET is on alert as a warning was issued for strong winds today

A PARAMEDIC was winched onto an incoming ferry after a medical emergency on-board.

Two of the teenage rapists who avoided jail for the rape of two girls were assessed as posing a "high risk of serious harm" to young females.

To walk along Christchurch High Street in 1996 was to wander into retail wonderland brought vividly to life again in these photographs.

As we look back on September 2006, the New Forest Half Marathon was a glorious time for distance running.

A Bournemouth pub tucked away in a leafy suburb is preparing for a busy summer of events and is also being our Pub of the Week.

Ground protection mats have been reported stolen from a property in Broadstone.

A RESIDENT was reportedly scammed after receiving a convincing email claiming to be from a delivery company.

Four Dorset campsites near Corfe Mullen, Weymouth, Lytchett Minster and Ringwood have been named among the UK's best for 2026

A charity litter pick is helping young cadets raise funds for an adventure trip.

A charity that has supported Ukraine with humanitarian aid throughout the four years of the war has won a national accolade.

The Dorset stone circles and ancient stones you’ve probably driven past, from hidden sites to historic landmarks

The Dorset roots of Rachel Nickell are in the spotlight again as Netflix brings her story to a global audience.

A Grade II listed home with a Tudor fireplace and a tennis court has gone on the market.

Neil Duncan-Jordan, the Labour MP for Poole, is leading the call to ban companies from receiving government contracts if they donate to political parties.

Priest Engineering in Poole has been sold to Xcel Aerospace in a deal that secures dozens of jobs and its long-term future.

Southbourne’s Shake & Stir Armed Forces Weekender returns to Fisherman’s Walk on June 27 and 28, as the only official Armed Forces Day event in the BCP area.

The Barrington Centre in Ferndown hosted Coastal Comedy on May 29, with a "packed" audience enjoying the show.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Residents and staff at Barchester Healthcare's Hyacinth House care home in Wimborne Minister marked National Cheese Day on June 4, with a tasting event.

Unsigned musicians in Bournemouth have just one month left to enter a national music competition for a chance to win £10,000 before the deadline on July 6.

70 drivers were caught by Police drones for speeding and two arrests were made in evening anti-social driving operation.

A new shop specialising in luxury watches and jewellery is set to open its doors to the public this weekend.

The event took place at Southface Dermatology Clinic in Christchurch on May 30 and raised £1,445 for the British Skin Foundation.

The Junior Mayor and Junior Town Crier competition will be held at Wimborne Model Town and Gardens on Saturday, July 4.

A section of Bournemouth's Lower Gardens has been cordoned off following the reported rape of a woman in her 40s.

Cocktails, cabanas and coastal views—El Murrino’s Beachside pop-up is back.