This is the moment an angry motorist smashes the wing mirror off another car in an act of road rage on a busy high street.

The “Check In. Chill Out.” campaign promotes Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as top UK coastal staycation destinations during English Tourism Week.

A SOUTH African store that has been part of the community for more than two decades is undergoing a major refurbishment to make it “unique” and give customers a “special experience”.

Policing presence is set to increase in Bournemouth town centre as 11 new officers have been recruited to

Tucked away in the historic heart of Poole Old Town, Barber's Piles sounds less like a picturesque maritime street and more like a deeply unfortunate medical condition.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

PARENTS have said they are "delighted" after a beloved lollipop lady was reinstated to help children cross the road safely outside a Dorset primary school.

WORKS to restore Bournemouth Pier costing nearly £10million are now not expected to be completed until early 2028 because no suitable contractors have been found to carry out the repairs.

Vikki Slade MP urges the Prime Minister to safeguard the Assisted Dying Bill from House of Lords delays, warning it risks running out of parliamentary time.

Bournemouth MP Tom Hayes raises alarm in Parliament over Royal Mail postal delays and criticises worsening conditions for postal workers.

NHS waiting list numbers drop to 7.25 million, their lowest in nearly three years, as new NHS England figures show winter progress in A&E and ambulance care.

Families across Dorset can embark on a pair of thrilling Easter adventures in nature this year with the choice of a woodland or seaside egg hunt on offer.

A woman is encouraging people to 'take pride' in their streets and hometowns, by acts such as litter picking, planting flowers or sweeping pavements.

Preview screenings of a new sci-fi blockbuster, a black comedy thriller, and a new Colleen Hoover adaptation, are among films shown across BCP this weekend.

Purbeck Film Festival celebrates 30 years in 2026 with a special Afternoon Tea at Encombe House, featuring outdoor cinema and Sir Mark Rylance. Tickets online.

Discover Wimborne festival returns April 2026 with 150+ events celebrating heritage, arts, food, and family fun across Wimborne, Dorset. Free entry.

Elements club night returns to Cameo Bournemouth on Saturday 16 May with classic anthems, old-school vibes, and a daytime dance party. Tickets available now.

A Bournemouth-based parenting expert has launched a book to help parents navigate the online world.  

Discover England-on-Sea, Brent Jones’ outdoor photography exhibition in Poole (17 Mar–14 Jun 2026), capturing British seaside life and coastal culture.

Ed Gamble brings his new comedy tour Fresh Hell to Lighthouse Poole on 15 April 2027. Tickets for the Off Menu star’s show go on sale 27 March.

Oxford PhD researcher Jacob Bradbury to present MRSA antibiotic research at Parliament's STEM for BRITAIN 2026, highlighting antimicrobial resistance.

Wimborne Gardening Club hosts its Spring Show on 11 April at Allendale Community Centre, featuring flowers, cookery, crafts, and more. Entry closes 8 April.

The Salvation Army's BH1 Project in Boscombe, backed by AFC Bournemouth, hosted an International Women’s Day event offering support for local women.

Dorset hairdresser Jo Sheppard named finalist for the Rising Star Award at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026, recognising creativity and excellence.

Arts by the Sea returns to Bournemouth in 2026 with new theme, expanded community festivals, Arts Council England funding, and open artist commissions.

Dorset disability charity Diverse Abilities launches SEN Nature Holiday Club at The Nature Nook, offering inclusive outdoor activities for children in Easter.

The National Trust is restoring over 1,000m of hedgerows near Kingston Lacy, Dorset, to protect hazel dormice using traditional hedgelaying techniques.

Formerly homeless Kim secures a permanent home in Bournemouth with her dogs, thanks to BCP Council and StreetVet support for rough sleepers with pets.

Discover Flower Fairies: Enchantment by the Sea at Russell-Cotes Art Gallery from March 28 to October 4. Celebrate magical art and Dorset landscapes.

Go Ape launches limited-time Easter Egg-venture at Moors Valley and 27 UK sites. Enjoy family high ropes, clue hunts, and spring outdoor activities this Easter.

Comedian Rhys James brings his Chop Logic tour to The Mowlem, Swanage on 24 September 2026. Tickets £21, on sale 13 March. Mock the Week star live.

The Crown Hotel in Blandford Forum unveils its refurbished Sealy Suite after a £125,000 investment, hosting a Spring Wedding Fair on 29 March 2026.

Royal Bournemouth Hospital opens new chapel, blessed by local bishops, offering spiritual care and support for patients, staff and visitors of all faiths.

Armonico Consort and Wimborne Minster Choir performed with local schools at Wimborne Minster, delighting 200 attendees with choral music and movement.

A new virtual tour of Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s neonatal unit is giving people the opportunity to experience the ward remotely without having to step inside the building.

An artist who discovered his birth identity at the age of 60 is set to host his first solo show in the UK.

A large hotel near Bournemouth's beachfront is up for sale for more than £5m.

A number of cats in Dorset from the Cats Protection charity are looking to find new homes in the county

A 'large quantity' of vapes and tobacco were stolen from a store in North Dorset following an early hours break-in.

Works are progressing well to a fire-damaged restaurant – with hopes that the building can re-opened by the end of the year

A man who has not been seen for nearly a month has been reported missing.

MP Vikki Slade raises concerns in Parliament about young carers in Dorset, highlighting MYTIME Young Carers’ support and high NEET rates among young carers.

Halix Limited applies for a 24-hour alcohol licence at The Royal Exeter Hotel, Bournemouth. Public representations to BCP Council accepted until 23 March 2026.

Warnings have been issued following 'a number of' cooking related fires that took place over the weekend.

A primary school in Bournemouth celebrates World Book Day with a week long reading festival.

A mother who was hit by an e-bike while pregnant thought her prematurely born baby would be “ripped away” from her after she was rushed to hospital.

Kinson Road is set to be closed for nearly a week for surfacing and pothole work.

Three men from Yeovil and Crewkeme are walking the trails from Durdle Door to Bournemouth for Comic Relief.  

AN IMAGE has been issued of a man who entered the Londis store in Christchurch and stole £500 after distracting shop assistant.

Poole Hospital plans to install a new community diagnostic centre by replacing under-utilised buildings on its Shaftsbury House site.