Take a look inside the recently opened Bruno Lounge located on Poole Quay.

A “HORRENDOUS” and "pungent" odour reportedly causing migraines and sickness in Sandford and Wareham is impacting everyday life, a resident has said.

A MAN suffering from paranoia was found dead in a pond after last being seen four months before.

Residents have been left frustrated after being billed for a new town council weeks before elections are even held.

A MOTHER-OF-THREE has been left shaken after she suffered a seizure behind the wheel and crashed on the wrong side of the road in a random medical episode.

TUI has announced changes to its summer 2026 schedule from Bournemouth Airport by swapping its weekly flights to Larnaca in Cyprus for a new route to Rhodes in Greece.

A woman has said she is afraid to drive her work van after she and her son were reportedly attacked by a “raging mad” man in reported road rage incident near St Leonards last week.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Puffin chicks fail to fledge at Purbeck’s last mainland England colony. National Trust and experts use cameras to investigate causes of breeding decline.

Discover top Easter holiday events in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 2024, including egg hunts, seaside trails, family activities, pantomimes and more.

Discover Dorset’s finest handmade goods and artisan gifts at the 2026 Tearoom Makers Market, Museum of East Dorset. Apply now for stallholder opportunities.

The Princess visited the town to champion a major charity appeal for Great Ormond Street Hospital and to celebrate the local arts scene.

KFC Winton, 460 Wimborne Road, has applied for a new premises licence to open 9am–2am daily. Public comments to BCP Council accepted until 9 April 2026.

South Western Railway welcomes £2.6m Government funding for new lifts at Pokesdown station, boosting accessibility for disabled passengers and families.

A proposal to turn a vacant medical centre in Poole into 12 flats has been submitted to BCP Council.

Experience live tank displays, family activities and interactive events at The Tank Museum, Bovington this Easter. Child tickets now just £4.50.

Tesco urges Bournemouth shoppers to support local families this Easter by buying pre-packed donation bags, aiding Trussell Trust, FareShare & Felix Project.

New Forest District Council seeks public feedback on its draft Housing Allocations Policy for social housing. Take part in the consultation until May 3.

Discover Dorset Food & Drink Festival at Parnham Park, 2–3 May. Enjoy artisan food, local producers, live music, family fun & more. Book tickets online.

Year 6 pupils in Bournemouth are putting their ideas into action through fundraising efforts to help improve their school's playground equipment.

Stars from Rock & Roll Man wow Poole shoppers ahead of the UK premiere at Lighthouse Poole. See the Alan Freed musical live, 24–28 March. Book tickets now.

Over £21,000 raised by McCarthy Stone’s Chilly Sea Dip events across the UK to support the McCarthy Stone Foundation’s work for older people’s wellbeing.

Wimborne Rotary offers a free Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) weekend for 16–17 year olds at Tile Barn, New Forest, July 2026. Apply now.

Bournemouth insolvency firm warns UK hospitality—pubs, restaurants, hotels—faces soaring insolvency rates in 2026 amid rising costs and tax changes.

Experience Droves & Downs after hours at the Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne. Enjoy art, talks with artists, and Cranborne Chase inspiration.

Poole ranks among UK's top electric vehicle-friendly locations, excelling in off-street parking and EV charging points, according to E.ON UK’s latest study.

BH Live and Laguna Travel will offer free coach transport for schools to Aladdin pantomime at Bournemouth Pavilion this winter.

Badger Brewery launches Iron Hart, a 5.2% ABV pale ale, in UK supermarkets. Brewed in Dorset with Cascade and Amarillo hops for bold citrus flavour.

Pets at Home launches free Easter Pet Pals workshops across UK Petcare Centres, teaching children about animal care and pet welfare. Book online now.

Bournemouth businesswoman Katie Street and her daughter star on Channel 5’s Rich Holiday, Poor Holiday, swapping luxury for a budget break in Sardinia.

A fresh line up of community events is coming to the BH Live Littledown Centre this spring in the run up to easter,

Bournemouth Airport completes £5.9m upgrades, including expanded outbound baggage and arrivals hall extension by Greendale Construction.

Jamie Squibb headlines Dorset Spring Show 2026 near Puddletown with motocross stunts, BMX displays, sheepdog demos, shire horses, and family activities.

New insurance-backed guarantee from the Property Care Association offers Dorset homeowners long-term protection against non-native invasive plants.

Lighthouse Poole hosts a child-led creative summer camp for ages 7–12, 10–14 August. Explore art, sculpture & movement. Discounts & bursaries available.

Leicester Road, Poole, will close 30 March–10 April 2026 for traffic signal upgrades. Diversions in place. BCP Council advises possible extension.

Hampshire County Council to impose 18-month waiting restrictions on New Forest roads, including Ringwood and Lyndhurst, from April 2026 to boost public safety.

Road closures in the New Forest from 16 March 2026 will affect Lymington, Pennington, Sway, Ringwood, Hordle, and Marchwood. Diversions signposted.

Hampshire County Council announces temporary road closures across New Forest for essential works. Check affected routes and closure dates.

Road closure in Poole on Kitchener Crescent between Wavell Avenue and Hastings Road from 31 March–10 April for BCP Council highway works.

Daily Echo readers are being invited to help their local club win sports equipment.

Watch our step-by step guide on how to get news you want from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole by turning on Preferred Sources for the Bournemouth Echo.

An owner of a popular fish restaurant is set to open a new pub next month, "bringing the traditions of a traditional British pub back to life”.

RESIDENTS gathered at a community centre today to celebrate announcement of £20 million of long‑term investment secured through the Pride in Place Programme.

A prolific shoplifter from Bournemouth has been jailed for nearly four months and banned from Castlepoint Shopping Park for the next two years.

A heathland that was turned to sand after a devastating fire last summer will take around 70 years to recover, say experts.

Police warn UK residents about a rise in counterfeit banknotes. Check cash carefully; Bank of England won’t reimburse fake notes.

A NEW exhibition highlighting the “crucial and unseen role of the Royal Corps of Signals” during WWII has opened for public.

Queensmount Bupa Care Home Bournemouth unveils £1.8m refurbishment, with upgraded lounges, bedrooms and facilities. Rated 'outstanding' by CQC.

Mulligans Bournemouth reintroduces its No Phone Zone this Easter, encouraging families to enjoy device-free fun and free kids’ meals during school holidays.