A Dorset councillor has told how a part of a classroom at a local school came off in his hand during a recent visit.

A FEW hundred people turned out to witness a colourful evening of music, dance, entertainment and fireworks on Poole quay on May 3, 2002.

A group of New Forest students have followed in the footsteps of a former pupil with a visit to Oxford University.

Dozens of businesses have joined a road safety campaign to help protect animals and raise awareness among drivers.

A report into a plan to prevent children and young people from entering the youth justice system shows there was a 7.6 per cent decrease in first time offenders in 2025.

James Shadbolt, from Poole, spoke out after research from Benenden Health revealed that 68 per cent of men in South West have ignored worrying health symptoms.

Dylan Milner, who survived more than 50 shocks from his defibrillator has marked a decade since his first cardiac arrest with a charity walk.

The HU will perform at the O2 Academy in Bournemouth on October 2 as part of their Warrior Chant tour, which spans across the UK.

A Dorset pensioner who was banned from keeping pets for ten years has signalled her intention to appeal the sentence.

Specialist sixth form places are set to double as part of an expansion.

Our Trader of the Week is a teenage baker from Poole who has launched a self-serve cake shed to sell her plant made treats.

Nonge Bikishoni of Bournemouth and Poole College named NCFE Learner of the Year in recognition of commitment to improve lives of children with additional needs

Lighthouse Poole has announced its latest round of new shows, featuring a returning West End hit

An undercover police operation is working to stop sexual predators before they strike.

Scoffing down the Carolina Reaper — one of the hottest chillies in the world — was probably a bad idea in hindsight. Especially when I was pulling into a lay by to vomit.

A long-abandoned building is an "eyesore" is having a "negative impact" on Poole, a frustrated resident has said.

Dorset Council announces road closures and traffic restrictions in Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne Minster, Pimperne and Lytchett Matravers for highways works.

A man has been arrested in connection with an alleged indecent exposure incident in Ashley Cross.

Wickmeads, based in Tuckton, which is owned and operated by not-for-profit charity Care South, hosted a colourful performance of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

Percival the model peacock took pride of place as hosts and visitors had fun at a Sturminster Newton care home’s summer fair.

A Bournemouth energy expert has welcomed Andy Burnham's decision to remove VAT from electricity bills but says longer-term action will be needed.

Ellis Jones Solicitors, based in Dorset, has been listed in the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026 for its expertise in private wealth law.

A talented young Dorset chef has secured her place in the final of South West Junior Chef of the Year 2026.

Hendford Road in Bournemouth will close from August 3 to September 7 for electrical cable installation. Diversions and parking restrictions in place.

A high-fiving cat, surfing dogs and a crystal-covered cake stand from across the BCP area will feature in the latest edition of the Guinness World Records book.

A pub chain has sold two out of three of its venues in BCP, which it explains is down to business costs.

A pub in Sherborne with roots stretching back to the 16th century is our Pub Of The Week this week for its homemade atmosphere and sports teams.

There are food safety alerts in place for some items sold at Asda, Tesco and Waitrose.

Viewers are being advised to retune their TVs to keep channels up to date following a recent Freeview update.

The travel experts at Which? have come up with a holiday hack that could help travellers save thousands of pounds on private accommodation.

British nationals are being warned against travelling to Bahrain and Kuwait due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

A vet has issued a warning to dog owners who are planning on taking their dogs to the beach this summer.

A search is underway for a 14-year-old girl who has gone missing from Bournemouth.

A Bournemouth man who died after an explosion while staying in Cornwall has been remembered as a “lovable soul” who “did everything he could for other people”.

Echo reader David Gillam got in touch to share these wonderful images of Bournemouth in yesteryear.

A boater has described the terrifying moment she and her friends rescued a father who she believes was just minutes from drowning after a family was swept out by a strong tide.

WATCH the moment two Evri delivery drivers dumped a dozen parcels on a resident's driveway.

A pub has undergone a major refurbishment with backing from a regional brewery.

Vikki Slade MP will spend ten days meeting residents across the constituency this summer as she launches her second Summer Village Tour

Pollution in Christchurch Harbour is an “environmental disaster waiting to happen” unless urgent action is taken to protect it

A woman was rescued from a yacht following a fall at Poole Harbour.

An ex-Hampshire inspector who stripped young men naked in his office been jailed for a decade.

A missing teenage girl last seen in Bournemouth has been found, police have said.

A football centre in Poole has applied to be able to serve alcohol

A Sri Lankan restaurant in Bournemouth has applied to be able to sell alcohol and play music

A person was taken to a place of safety after an incident on the tracks between between Lymington Pier and Brockenhurst railway occurred and caused significant disruption to train services.

A plan for an extension to a Bournemouth mosque to create an assembly room for women and children has been submitted to BCP Council

A plan to demolish a former care home and build five new family homes has been submitted

Lollipop patrols have been told to return to work in September after the council delayed a decision on proposed job cuts.

An 18-year-old driver and a 20-year-old passenger were seriously injured after their vehicle collided with bollards and fencing in Brockenhurst.