Former Cherries winger Jordon Ibe will appear in court charged with actual bodily harm after his arrest at Luton Airport last month, police have said.

BCP Council faces criticism from Tom Hayes after halting step-free access at Pokesdown Station, sparking concerns over accessibility, regeneration, and trust.

A new application has been submitted to New Forest District Council proposing the outline development of ten dwellings near Fordingbridge.

This Ringwood tattoo artist is opening his own studio after building a devoted following for his ink.

A mum on maternity leave has launched an honesty brownie hut which has ‘gone wild’ in Corfe Mullen.

The Tank Museum in Dorset acquires Lt Col Stewart Inglis Howard-Jones' WWII medals, celebrating Royal Tank Regiment bravery. Supported by Arts Council England.

A Bournemouth MP visited a heart club to highlight importance of cardiovascular health.

PRIDE parade is set to return in 2026 with a three-day celebration at Meyrick Park.

Part of Swanage high street will be closed overnight later this month to allow essential water pipe replacement works to take place.

A popular pancake race is back promising to be a fun filled day for competitors for all ages this week.

BCP Council’s proposal to increase council tax for 2026/27 by 6.75 per cent is unacceptable.

Oakhaven Hospice joins the This is Hospice Care campaign, highlighting the vital role of legacy giving in funding end-of-life care across the UK.

Liberal Democrat Daisy Cooper MP visited Abbots Care Dorset to discuss homecare sector challenges, rising demand, and the need for investment in UK social care.

A Bournemouth MP has voiced serious concerns after retired public servants were left without pension payments following the transfer of the Civil Service Pension Scheme to Capita.

Bournemouth's premier bug and invertebrate show is set to return to the BH Live Active, Littledown in 2026.

The New Forest Commoners Defence Association (CDA) is planning to expand signage across the forest to discourage public interaction with livestock.

Co-op food has announced they will permanently close their store due to “sustained market changes and operating cost increases.”

A wheelchair user has said he feels “like I’m in the Victorian age” after funding which would improve accessibility at Pokesdown Station was cut this week.

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

A number of New Forest walks in Boldre, Beaulieu, and Stoney Cross are able to get people to 10,000 steps.

Eighteen Restaurant & Bar opens at The Kings Arms Hotel, Christchurch, serving modern British cuisine with Dorset-sourced ingredients. Bookings now open.

A new exhibition reveals the hidden female history of a landmark building, offering visitors a fresh perspective on it's fascinating past.

A VENUE offering premium cheesecakes and a ‘café experience’ is celebrating one-year of success since opening its doors.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Weather forecasters are monitoring a potential wintry spell that could bring snow to parts of southern England later this week- though the chances of it reaching Dorset remain slim.

A suspected drug dealer has been arrested after officers carried out a warrant at a Bournemouth address.

A flood warning has been issued for parts of Dorset as further rainfall threatens to push already high river levels even higher.

Magna Care Centre near Wimborne hosts intergenerational sensory play with Hip Hip Hooray Play, uniting children and residents for Valentine’s-themed activities.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care urges better early support and coordination in end-of-life care after a Bournemouth University event on palliative care.

Brockenhurst College backs Adult Learning Pays campaign, urging more funding for adult education in England, with courses including languages and job training.

Over 40 classic motorcycles from Joe Skinner's collection to be auctioned by Charterhouse at Haynes Motor Museum, Somerset, on 12 March 2026.

Katherine Jenkins announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour, including Bournemouth, celebrating 25 years in music with classic hits. Tickets & dates revealed.

Christmas tree recycling in Dorset and Hampshire raised a record £70,000 for five charities, as Eco Sustainable Solutions turns trees into compost.

Voices of the Future photo exhibition in Bournemouth highlights experiences of residents aged 60–75, shaping BCP Council Adult Social Care strategy.

Micro Moose, Winton, prides itself on preserving community spirit while championing independent breweries.

Dementia UK’s free Admiral Nurse clinics return to Nationwide’s Winton branch on 17–18 Feb, offering dementia advice and support as part of Fairer Futures.

Dorset Council approves Osprey Quay Special School in Portland, offering 75 SEND places. Project led by Department for Education, tackling local deprivation.

Quarter of a century ago, the coastal air of Bournemouth was filled with not only the smell of the sea but with the rhythmic thud of dance music and the shouts of revellers on a night out.

Councillors have voiced their displeasure after Lloyds bank announced it would be closing multiple branches in the area later this year.

He's gone from pot washing to producing plates full of flavour as the head chef at a celebrated country pub.

Asda, Boots, TK Maxx, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, and Hobbycraft are among the UK retailers warning shoppers to stop using these products “immediately”

Pensioners warned not to miss Winter Fuel Payment deadline – plus thousands in unclaimed discounts for NHS and teachers.

Half term money trap? Why February can rival summer holiday costs - and how families can save while still making memories.

British holidaymakers heading to Europe face the biggest overhaul of travel rules in years, with biometric border checks followed by ETIAS later this year

A WOMAN said she and her sister were nearly killed after a driver, reportedly speeding at 80mph, lost control and ‘somersaulted’ his car.

Two men accused of murdering a retired 60-year-old man who vanished nearly two years ago have appeared in court as police teams continue to dig at a house in Leicester.

Neighbourhood policing officers have made a string of arrests across Dorset as they step up patrols in cold and wet winter weather.

Brockenhurst in the New Forest has been named among the best remote places to live in the UK according to Sotheby's International Realty

Police in Fordingbridge have urged motorists and parents to act responsibly after a busy day tackling crime and safety concerns across the Avon Valley.

THE SEAFRONT was buzzing on Valentine’s Day as residents and visitors made the most of rare sunshine following weeks of unsettled weather.