WEST Dorset's train stations have been ranked among some of the worst performing in the country

British Transport Police (BTP) believed that reports of trespassers on the railway the night a teenager died 'was suitable for local officers to deal with,' an inquest heard

Drivers in the New Forest are being urged to slow down after a rise in animal deaths along key routes.

Five Hampshire beaches have been given a clean bill of heath following water quality tests carried out by the Environment Agency

Sunseeker have revealed plans to transition one hundred workers from night to day shifts.

Inquest had the makings of a Golden Age detective novel, with a suspicious bungalow, a jar of missing sleeping pills and the arrival of a celebrity expert.

Officers have issued fines and enforcement notices after a number of untaxed and uninsured vehicles were discovered in a New Forest neighbourhood.

Morebus bus routes in Wallisdown Road, Bournemouth, diverted from 1–12 December due to resurfacing works. Check affected services and updates online.

Harry Redknapp will switch on Westbourne Christmas lights on 29 November, joined by the Mayor of Bournemouth, with live music, Santa, and community festivities.

TWO retailers in Dorset have been caught selling knives without carrying out legal age checks during a week-long crackdown on knife crime.

A NEW family-run aquatics shop in Parkstone has opened their doors this month, offering everything from tropical fish to crabs and shrimp.

A new wellness studio has opened its doors in the former Prezzo in Christchurch town centre.

A man was "racially abusive" to a doorman before allegedly attempting to punch him.

A garage was broken into and a BMW stolen in an the early hours of Saturday morning from a garage in Blandford.

Discover Haskins Garden Centres’ Christmas events in Ferndown, including Santa’s grotto, festive workshops, live music, crafts, and family activities.

Azets’ Adam Anstey shares five tips to boost Dorset SMEs’ cash flow, including improving payment terms and debtor management.

Jack Maguire, the founder of the Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra, was given the High Sheriff of Dorset's Special Award.

BCP Council urges Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole residents to book their flu vaccines.

Five Cygnet Social Care Nightingale staff in Bournemouth shortlisted for 2025 Stars of Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards.

An emporium in Winton has submitted an application to introduce live music and the selling of alcohol in their store.

Christchurch u3a Naval and Military History group held a competitive Christmas quiz at St Katherine’s Church Hall, with the Conquerors team claiming victory.

Discover the 'Contemporary Engraved Glass' exhibition at Durlston Country Park, showcasing unique glass art by the South-West Guild of Glass Engravers, 26 Nov–7 Dec.

Shop with purpose at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery on Museum Shop Sunday, 30 Nov 2025. Enjoy 10% off all shop merchandise and support history and culture.

Bournemouth's iconic town centre café remains on the market after nearly five years.

Details of both roles can be found on the Museum of East Dorset’s website.

Mr Hayes, whose grandfather was a miner, said: "My grandfather was a miner, and miners powered our nation

The first 24/7 supported living scheme for 18-25-year-olds who are at risk of becoming homeless has officially opened in rural Dorset.

Brighton-based author Sam Prentice-Jones debuts "Arcana - The Lost Heirs", a "witchy, cosy" graphic novel about queer romance, found family, and standing up to power abuse. Out January 29, 2026.

Former commando Farard Darver’s CBD gel HEMPE, for muscle and joint relief, is now on sale at Holland & Barrett and has been selected by Boots. NSF Certified for Sport certification.

Katie Bourne, the founder of the Dorset Artists Guild, said: "The Guild is a collective of professional artists from across Dorset.

The National Trust completes phase one of Swanage flood risk project on Swan Brook, using natural flood management to boost wildlife.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council enforces new traffic restrictions and speed limit changes on Ringwood Road and Upton Road from 4 November 2025.

BCP Council invites Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole residents to share views on 2026/7 budget, council tax, and service priorities via online survey.

The awards were held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

STARS Dorset joins the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, raising awareness on online abuse and harassment in Dorset and the BCP area with outreach and awareness activities.

Temporary restrictions on Chapel Road and Danecourt Road, Poole, from 10 Nov–2 Dec due to electricity network reinforcement works by CIUS, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council announced.

The council has ensured full access for emergency services and conditional access to properties depending on site safety.

A man who spent eight years transforming a neglected pathway into a vibrant “secret garden” for the community has been left heartbroken after being ‘evicted’ from the site.

A man in court for being drunk and abusive told a judge ‘it is what it is’.

More than 15,800 veterans across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are set to benefit from a new Veterans Strategy launched by the Government.

Bournemouth University hosted the first Deaflympics-inspired sports day for deaf and hard of hearing children, with local schools and Dorset Council.

Chestnut Nursery in Poole launches artisan edible gifts department, supporting suppliers in Dorset and the South West and adults with mental health conditions. Festive treats available ahead of Christmas.

A festive train journey experience through the Purbeck countryside returns this weekend.

Bournemouth Tesco customers are being encouraged to donate long-life items for Trussell and FareShare to help people facing hunger ahead of Christmas.

The Bournemouth Bach Choir will perform Handel's Messiah at Christchurch Priory, with its 'miraculous beam', on December 6—a musical tradition at Christmas.

Former city trader Gavin Tait has provided more than 600 hours of free counselling to rough sleepers with Hope Housing, Training & Support charity in Bournemouth.

Little Troopers charity and UK soldiers pack 2,000 Christmas Smiles boxes for military children with a parent serving overseas, supporting military children.

A man is due to complete a 100km run across seven football clubs to raise money for men's mental health.

A FORMER officer has been barred from policing after he wrote several inaccurate documents, posing a “significant” risk to victims.

A budget airline has added more than 7,000 seats to its Bournemouth flights over the festive period.