The air over Bournemouth didn't just smell of sea salt that May—it was thick with the scent of burning rubber, high-octane fuel, and sheer adrenaline. Twelve years ago, the tranquil seaside town was transformed into a roaring, screeching amphitheat...

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in July due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

Police caught 15 people speeding in a day in the New Forest including one who was 14mph over the speed limit.

Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick has urged the government to take stronger action against organised crime, warning that it is becoming more entrenched in Dorset communities.

Two young girls who went missing in Bournemouth have been found, police have said.

An unusually large Georgian doll 'Dolly, is expected to sell for £3,000-5,000 in the Charterhouse two day specialist auction on August 20 and August 21.

Our Pub of the Week is The Britannia in Parkstone, bringing al fresco evenings and fresh seasonal flavours with the launch of its new summer offerings.

MYTIME Young Carers is heading up the Equity for Young Carers Project, which aims to address the current “postcode lottery” in care.

Two furry new arrivals are helping to shape the landscape on one of Dorset’s most famous islands.

A high-end surf-and-turf restaurant is due to open soon in Poole.

The FTY Lab, located in Poole, was launched during a VIP event on July 10, with former football manager Harry Redknapp in attendance.

Gibbo Scaffolding Ltd seeks to amend its HGV operator licence to add 2 goods vehicles at Aviation Park East, Hurn, Christchurch. Objections invited.

Pennyfarthing Homes is returning as one of four headline sponsors of the New Forest Show, which takes place from July 28 to July 30.

Mobile experts reveal four simple phone settings that can make your battery last longer as research shows millions worry about running low on power

Beaulieu is offering summer savings with a temporary VAT reduction on admission tickets.

A Bournemouth community hub transformed its annual coffee morning into a record-breaking fundraiser for a breast cancer charity.

Young people with SEND are moving into paid employment through BCP Council’s Supported Internship Programme, as graduates celebrated success at Upton House.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

STARS Dorset, which supports survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse, held the event to thank the many people who contribute to its work across Dorset,

A wildlife enthusiast from Dorset has described the “real privilege” of quietly watching a hare at close quarters on a countryside track near Shaftesbury.

Kingsley Healthcare has acquired St George’s Care Home, a 55-bed facility located in Milford on Sea, as part of its ongoing growth strategy in the region.

King Charles and Queen Camilla heard about the work being done in Dorset to support women fleeing domestic abuse during a recent visit to Blandford Forum.

A former Poundland store has been transformed into a Mountain Warehouse flagship outlet.

Plans to shift the Coastguard Rescue Service to an expenses-only volunteer model will no longer go ahead this September.

Worbarrow Gardens, Poole, will close to vehicles for gas main works from 27 July to 21 August 2026. Diversions in place; BCP Council issues order.

Planters in a pub garden are believed to have been deliberately set alight.

Dorset’s seaside towns have received mixed reports in a new national survey from Which? with some coastal spots appearing in the UK’s top 20 while Bournemouth and Poole place near the bottom of the table.

Dorset Council is sticking to its decision over plans to end a school crossing patrol in Ferndown.

A man who smashed up an MP’s office and Poole Jobcentre and had a zombie knife has pleaded guilty to multiple offences.

A traditional wood-fired pizzeria serving fresh Italian ingredients has opened in Christchurch.

A fisherman has told of the “incredible” moment he spotted a loggerhead turtle 27 miles off Dorset.

The warning comes as more people travel with family or share vehicles during the summer months.

Concerns were raised last year about UK holidaymakers driving mobility scooters at "nearly 30-40 miles an hour".

A huge fire broke out Friday evening at a festival in Dorset as multiple fire crews descended on the scene.

A huge fire broke out at a festival in Purbeck on Friday evening.

Wildcats, alien cyborgs and revving engines took over New Forest streets in a riot of noise and colour.

New Forest Wildlife Park has welcomed a new pair of European grey wolves, marking the first time the animals have been at the park since October 2024.

Two men are due to appear in court in connection with alleged hunting offences in Dorset

Kimmeridge Coastguard Rescue Team has responded to nine emergency incidents since July 7.

A pair of girls from Bournemouth have been reported missing.

A massive fire broke out on Friday evening after camping stove set a tent alight at a festival in Dorset.

The talented team at Leaf Studio Academy of Performing Arts have pulled out all the stops once again for another cracker of a show in Roaring On.

A man wanted by the courts was arrested during a week of police activity in Poole.

Orchard Cafe in West Holme, Dorset, has been earning positive reviews from visitors thanks to its food and setting

A Hampshire charity is at risk of being unable to send much-needed aid to Ukraine.

A New Forest family are sitting on a 'ticking timebomb' as a long-running dispute over a deteriorating water pipe beneath their Lyndhurst home rumbles on.

Fire crews tackle more than 380 outdoor fires amid rising pressure in 2026

Tony Blackburn's 'Sounds of the 60s' tour will come to the Bournemouth Pavilion on September 16, as part of the broadcasting legend’s 2026 UK tour.

Bournemouth University is building a replica courtroom on the recommendation of its law students who wanted a realistic setting to practice their legal skills.

MSP Capital, which celebrates its 45th anniversary this year, has built new navigation, a refreshed design and a more intuitive structure into its site.