A new headteacher has been appointed at a prestigious boarding school.

Neil Duncan-Jordan, Labour MP for Poole, pressed BCP Council after being contacted by several constituents who raised concerns about the removal of sand dunes last week.

A Highcliffe care home resident with a stunningly diverse past growing up in an army family has recently reached her 100th birthday, marking the celebration with friends and family.

THE ‘CHILLING’ aftermath of a crash which left a motorcyclist seriously injured has been revealed in newly released photos.

Furious mourners have condemned the decision to introduce parking charges at a cemetery car park, saying visiting is an “emotional necessity”.

Two aviation charities, Fly2Help and Aerobility, are coming together to offer a local family a truly unforgettable and inclusive aviation experience from Bournemouth Airport next month.

Ringwood School staff to tackle the National Three Peaks Challenge in memory of Matt Dunning, raising funds for charity Cardiac Risk in the Young.

A huge block of ice has appeared at Bournemouth Pier this morning

Remember Marks and Spencer in the Dolphin Centre?

An appeal has been released after a stolen construction vehicle was used to cause over £100,000 worth of damage to a toilet block in the New Forest.

Criminals must now attend sentencing hearings by law, after the Victims and Courts Act passed in response to Olivia Pratt-Korbel’s murder. New UK legislation.

Dorset secures new government funding for defence drone technology, backing Dorset Innovation Park and boosting skilled jobs in the South West’s defence sector.

SPECULATION is growing this morning that the huge block of ice on Bournemouth Pier is a stunt by rapper Drake.

A sequel to an iconic 2000s comedy-drama, a mystery comedy film, and a supernatural horror film are among films shown in BCP cinemas this weekend.

A man has come forward following an image appeal in relation to a reported assault in Bournemouth.

Residents will be going to the polls to vote in town councillors in Bournemouth, Broadstone and Poole on May 7.

The latest news, traffic and travel updates for BCP, Dorset and the New Forest on May 1

Poole Pride 2026 returns to Lighthouse Poole on 6 June with LGBTQ+ cabaret, live music, drag, workshops and family-friendly events. Tickets required.

Dancing Ledge in Dorset ranks fifth among the UK’s top hidden gem wild swimming spots, with 14,800 monthly searches and rave Google reviews.

Tesco's programme of providing access to fruits and vegetables to schools is doubling this September in Bournemouth.

Poole homeowners could unlock over £385,000 by downsizing, the highest in the UK, BOXIE24 study finds. Bournemouth also ranks in top five for savings.

Four Envisage Digital staff named finalists at Women in Tech Excellence Awards 2026, recognising female leadership, innovation and tech talent in Bournemouth.

Dorset-based Nanuskate secures new Bedrock Park facility in Wimborne to expand UK modular skate ramp production and support European growth.

Protect hedgehogs in your UK garden this Hedgehog Awareness Week. British Hedgehog Preservation Society shares simple tips to help wildlife.

Wimborne’s Got Talent debuts at Wimborne Folk Festival 2026, inviting local performers to apply and showcase music, dance, and comedy on 14 June.

The New Milton Dementia Allotment joins the New Forest Community Lottery to raise funds. Buy tickets for a chance to win £25,000 and support dementia care.

Parkinson’s UK partners with Komoot to offer free outdoor activity memberships, helping people with Parkinson’s enjoy walking, cycling and nature in the UK.

Colten Care homes celebrated International Dance Day with live performances and cultural activities, delighting residents in the South West.

The Silence of the Lambs stage adaptation premieres at Leicester’s Curve Theatre in 2027, starring John Partridge as Hannibal Lecter. UK & Ireland tour.

Dorset Art Weeks 2026 features Debbie Lee’s "Flow," an immersive River Stour-inspired exhibition at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone, 23 May–7 June.

More than 1,000 NHS staff have used the Martha’s Rule helpline to report patient safety concerns, with over 12,000 calls improving care across UK hospitals.

New Forest District Council completes waste and recycling rollout in Totton, Lyndhurst, Marchwood, Hythe and Fawley with new wheelie bins and food caddies.

95-year-old Ted Barton from Colten Care’s Avon Cliff, Bournemouth, returns to tap dancing at St Mark’s Church, Ferndown, with support from care home staff.

HSD School Band from Harbour School Dorset, featuring pupils with special needs, to open Purbeck Art Weeks at Rollington Barn, Wareham, on 22 May.

Tops Day Nurseries unveils new branding across 33 sites in the south, partnering with Stripes Poole Ltd to enhance signage and strengthen community presence.

The rental landscape in England is set for one of its biggest shifts in decades, as the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force today, May 1.

Home-Start Wessex, a Dorset family support charity, shortlisted for the 2026 BQF UK Excellence Awards for community impact. Volunteers needed across Dorset.

Join Wimborne Community Theatre’s "Home Show" at Kingston Lacy, Dorset Town of Culture. Open-air production seeks local actors, artists & makers.

A man who was caught following a four-day man hunt after he reportedly escaped from lawful custody is due to appear in court next month

An MP has raised issues surrounding long wait times for driving license renewals, especially after people have disclosed medical

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

‘Don’t ignore this’: Millions warned as UK landline switch-off just months away

Featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the front and author Jane Austen on the reverse, the note also features a rare ink error.

A little-known rule could see UK drivers collect speeding tickets, even if they aren’t breaking the speed limit.

Asda apologised to shoppers who have been issued with “do not eat” warnings as food items may contain pieces of plastic or metal.

Reports have emerged suggesting that the UK's current threat level has increased from substantial to severe.

A man has been hospitalised after he was allegedly stabbed by a woman known to him in Poole.

Advanced technology – which Dorset Council hoped would make it more efficient – is having the opposite effect as residents use Artificial Intelligence to frame an increasing number of complaints.

Golf balls were fired towards a house in Bridle Crescent on Monday. One golf ball struck the property, damaging the window frame, whilst another was found in their garden.

A WOMAN who was caught on camera beating her dog with a slipper has been banned from keeping dogs for five years