The Cherries want to build a new women’s block and an expanded spectator stand for more than 500 fans at their performance centre.

Bournemouth Town Council will take charge of delivering the town’s official Remembrance Sunday commemorations this year.

New Forest double murder when Peter Fowler killed Maria Graham and Denys Robinson near Sway on August 27, 1971, then confessed in letters.

A satirical black comedy with Tom Cruise, a psychological thriller based on a Colleen Hoover novel, and a queer romantic drama are among films in BCP cinemas

A MAN has been charged with murder following detailed enquires by detectives into the death of a woman in Bournemouth.

Two people were taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Bournemouth.

Fury has erupted over new rules at a cemetery which will see glass, solar lights and real candles removed from graves.

St Michaels Road and part of West Hill Road will be closed to all vehicles from October 5 until October 23, according to plans from BCP Council.

Beach House (Mudeford) Limited applied to BCP Council for a premises licence for premises to be known as Mudeford Beach Off Licence.

Bullseye Dart Hub Limited is seeking permission to sell alcohol on and off the premises at 6 Station Road, New Milton, BH25 6JU.

Salisbury Road in Sopley, between its junctions with Mill Lane and B3347 Ringwood Road, will be temporarily closed for flood prevention works.

Professor David Olusoga is set to return to Ringwood with his thought-provoking live show, History’s Missing Chapters.

A spooky illuminated light trail is returning to the woods just in time for Halloween, promising eerie encounters and spooky surprises.

NHS offers free flu and pneumococcal vaccines to rough sleepers, hostel residents and people in night shelters through mobile clinics and charity partnerships.

Dorset unpaid carers can join free peer support groups in Blandford, Bridport, Gillingham and more, offering connection, advice and shared experiences.

Dorset Council is supporting the campaign and reminding families that children can take part in Bikeability training.

Jack Skipper is known for his relatable stand-up style, covering topics such as life and ageing.

Dobbies Galton offers free Christmas trees to five local schools and nurseries, with applications closing November 5, 2026. Apply for a Nordmann Fir tree.

The awards ceremony will take place in London on Friday, November 6.

Visitors have just weeks left to enjoy the natural beauty of Brownsea Island before it closes for the winter.

In the Dorset Council area - around 3,618 properties - cannot access broadband speeds of 30Mbit/s.

Bellway is offering incentives worth up to £25,000 on selected plots across Dorset.

A Bournemouth food business is serving up a sweet deal for National Cinnamon Bun Day.

Two holidaymakers have been praised for their quick-thinking after helping a passenger who collapsed mid-flight.

Major disruption is expected for rail passengers this Christmas due to a five-day station closure and engineering works.

A hospice charity has received a £90,000 grant to support its end-of-life care services delivered in patients’ homes.

A school has been named a national finalist in two categories at the Independent Schools Association (ISA) Awards 2026.

A once traditional real ale pub in Wimborne has become a vibrant hub for women.

Free CPR training from South Western Ambulance Service runs October 7-18, including October 16 in Boscombe, teaching defibrillator use and lifesaving skills.

Dorset Council refuses plans for three contemporary homes at Jenny’s Lane, Lytchett Matravers, citing traffic risks, Green Belt and planning concerns.

Bournemouth does not suffer from a shortage of plans.

An inquest has opened following the death of a 'much-loved' son and brother after his death last week.

A holiday company has invested £1.2 million in new Mercedes-Benz coaches as part of its ongoing fleet renewal programme.

Tony Blackburn has returned to the stage where his career began more than 60 years ago.

Decision notices and committee minutes from meetings held two weeks ago have yet to be published by BCP Council.

A hotel migrant who authorities lost track of despite being wanted for violence and drug offences was in prison all along, it emerged today.

Tops Day Nurseries is celebrating after Data and Sustainability Manager Sandy was named Sustainability Hero at the Big Sustainability Awards 2026 for her work driving environmental change across the organisation.

Trespass on the railway has caused more than six days of delays on the South Western network.

Oakhaven Hospice unveils plaque on September 30 honouring late patron Leon Crouch, whose legacy funded inpatient unit refurbishment and improved patient care.

A disability charity is hosting a club night for adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Children at Tops Day Nurseries Parkstone have begun a monthly programme with a dinosaur-themed Bloom Toddler Class.

A community band has raised more than £175 to support cancer patients through a charity fundraiser.

Pharmacists can treat you for 12 different conditions so you can skip the phone call queue often experienced when booking a doctor's appointment.

BBC Celebrity Traitors 2026 has begun, with Claudia Winkleman choosing three secret Traitors. Meet the full cast, including Maya Jama and James Acaster.

Research from Cazoo and Tempcover has found the 10 cars in the UK most likely to have undeclared modifications the ownes don't know about

Parents will no longer have to pay extra to sit with their children on flights, according to Government plans.

A man was in possession of a machete in Boscombe Chine Gardens in broad daylight.

Armed officers, police and the ambulance service are currently attending an incident near Boscombe seafront. We will be bringing you live updates as we get them.

A decision to recruit five new community safety officers has been delayed by councillors until more evidence can be reviewed.

A DORSET estate has won planning consent to set up a butchery for its own use by extending an existing barn.Dewlish Estates had submitted the application for the Corn Store at Warren Hill, Chebbard, north of Puddletown and west of Dewlish.It sought c...