The A31 is set to be closed for 'several hours' following a lorry crash- updates to follow.

A dog walker has said public defecation in Studland has become a “major problem”.

We are taking a trip back to 2006 when a Thursday night out in Bournemouth involved rubbing shoulders with royalty at the roulette wheel.

Hundreds of residents and visitors are gearing up to once again take to the river in anything that floats, as Dorset Dinghy Day is set to return on August 8.

RSPB Arne has unveiled a new seasonal trail, offering visitors a chance to explore areas of the Dorset reserve not normally open to the public.

A £2 cap on single bus journeys has been welcomed by Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East

Bins were left uncollected on more than 50 roads earlier this week due to staff sickness.

Drivers are being diverted after a lorry crash has closed the A31 up to Ringwood.

A New Forest pub that is set to reopen as a Wetherspoon boozer has had its opening date pushed back

BCP Council unveils UK’s first timber bus shelters on Bournemouth seafront—eco-friendly designs with green roofs, boosting public transport sustainability.

Four new energy-efficient bungalows for veterans have been built by Greendale Construction in Bournemouth, funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.

Dr Helen Allergy in Ringwood marks 4 years as the UK’s first dedicated allergy clinic, offering immunotherapy for children and adults led by Dr Evans-Howells.

Campaigners urge Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council to boost social housing in its Local Plan, demanding at least 25% of new homes at social rent.

Tickets selling fast for Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2026, Dorset: live music, family activities, workshops and camping near Corfe Castle, 20–23 August.

Summer fireworks are set to light up the skies once again, bringing colour and excitement to Bournemouth and Poole, as displays return this weekend.

Lighthouse Poole joins UK Legacy Trail honouring pop legend David Cassidy, with a seat sponsorship marking his 1985 performance and supporting community arts.

Youth Space 2026 launches in Hamworthy and Poole, offering free summer activities for 11–16s to shape their community. Supported by The Power House.

Linden House in Lymington, run by Colten Care, hosted its first dementia-friendly festival, uniting the community and raising funds for dementia care support.

The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:

Dorset care homes, including Colten Care in Poole, Bournemouth, Sherborne and Blandford, celebrated National Ice Cream Month with retro parlours.

David Cowling, Dorset commercial property surveyor and co-founder of Cowling & West, retires after 45 years shaping BCP region developments.

Discover Timber, the new sustainable timber-themed play area at Moors Valley Country Park, Dorset. Enjoy accessible, interactive fun by Forestry England.

Over 50 New Forest businesses join Drive Safe campaign, led by the Commoners’ Defence Association, to protect roaming animals and boost road safety.

Year 1 pupils at Hill View Primary School in Bournemouth enjoyed a memorable day of learning and discovery during an educational visit to Swanage

The officially recognised New Forest Flag will be unveiled at the New Forest Show, Hampshire, on 28 July, celebrating local heritage and historic symbols.

Chocolate lovers and baking enthusiasts in Dorset are being challenged to compete for a cake crown.

Environment Agency declares prolonged dry weather for West Country area as low rainfall and rising river temperatures impact the West Country.

It is a huge honour to have been elected as the very first councillor to sit on Bournemouth Town Council, and I am genuinely grateful for the trust that residents of East Cliff and Springbourne have once again placed in me. 

Dorset charity Diverse Abilities hosts Cardboard Campout in Christchurch, raising funds and awareness for homelessness among disabled people. 19–20 September.

Wimborne author Alan Kingsland is a Lakeland Book of the Year finalist for "Fifty-Nine Pairs of Socks", chronicling his 214 Wainwrights walking challenge.

Bournemouth Town Pastors first column for Bournemouth Daily Echo.

Discover National Trust’s Summer of Play on Brownsea Island: family activities, minibeast hunts, nature crafts, and Pokémon events from 25 July–5 September.

The Tank Museum hosts its first London event at the Royal Geographical Society on 28 Nov 2026, with Al Murray and James Holland exploring tank history.

The BBC is considering locking down its iPlayer streaming service to those who are not paying the TV licence fee

Spain could be set to introduce tougher smoking laws that could impact tourists in the country

Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined

HMRC is reminding anyone earning more than £1,000 from a side hustle they may need to register for Self Assessment. Here's who is affected and the key deadline.

Santander has contacted almost 150,000 customers it believes could be struggling with soaring energy bills, urging them to seek help before their finances worsen.

Spain could be set to introduce tougher smoking laws that could impact tourists in the country

Four people from Bournemouth and Poole have been convicted over a plot recover 500kg of cocaine from the sea after they nearly lost the lot when their GPS trackers failed.

A large-scale search has been launched for a swimmer who disappeared after entering the sea off the coast of Bournemouth.

The air was bone-chilling, the pavements slick with frost, but neither sub-zero temperatures nor the early hour could deter the throngs of bargain hunters.

Trethowans has relocated its Bournemouth office from Oxford Road to a new 9,000 sq ft space on the second floor of the Bobby’s department store building.

Dorset Police still delivering Skills 4 Safer Streets project to schools, combining martial arts with education to steer young people away from carrying knives.

Jet, Now, Sparks, and Coconut Grove chocolate bars have made a return to Marks and Spencer foodhalls

A cleaning expert has revealed how using salt can stop flies from laying eggs in your bins throughout the summer.

Tesco shoppers will soon be able to order groceries through Uber Eats and Deliveroo while earning Clubcard points and enjoying Clubcard prices.

UK inflation has fallen more than expected to its lowest level in 15 months, with food, fuel and clothing prices all dropping in a boost for households.

A primary school community came together for a fun-filled dance film, featuring pupils and staff celebrating the end of the school year.

The highly anticipated opening date for Marks & Spencer's huge new Foodhall at Poole Retail Park has been revealed.