How Canford Cliffs changed from pine woodland, sand dunes and unstable chines into a developed Dorset coastline, and share memories of its past.

Sandbanks - the exclusive peninsula in the mouth of Poole Harbour - is the UK's second best place to buy a seaside home

Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes honours Sean Dally’s 10 years supporting the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal at Castlepoint Shopping Park, and local cadets.

Climate film The People’s Emergency Briefing sparks Dorset discussion on nature risks, river health and community action, hosted by Vikki Slade MP.

A free firework display will light up the skies above Poole Quay this bonfire night.

From NHS vouchers worth up to £233.56 to a £3,250 tax allowance, here are 7 ways to get help paying for glasses, contact lenses and eye tests.

A 2009 Kew Gardens 50p listed on eBay sold for £107.02 after 17 bids. See the Royal Mint's rarest circulating 50p designs.

A climate action scheme has empowered thousands of young people to take environmental action.

Pub group JD Wetherspoon has said it plans to open up to 25 bars over the year ahead as it reported a jump in first-quarter sales.

Find out how headlamp aim and approved LED replacement bulbs are checked at MOT, and how drivers can reduce glare.

Thousands of young disabled people could find it easier to access their Child Trust Funds under Government plans to simplify the process for parents and carers.

Drivers could face a fine of up to £1,000 and penalty points if they leave any ice on their windows while driving.

Kellogg’s reformulates Rice Krispies and Coco Pops with rice and corn flour, adding wheat gluten and new allergen warnings for coeliacs and allergy sufferers.

If you are having a bonfire at home, it is important to comply to government guidelines otherwise you could be handed a £50,000 fine.

A search is underway to locate a missing veteran in his 40s.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's efforts to transform his New Forest home have been marked by years of planning disputes, rejected proposals and appeals.

Dorset drivers could pay more for on-street parking, while some free car parks may start charging in 2027.

Retired couple Alex and Alison Aldrich find a four-bedroom dream home at Barratt David Wilson Homes’ Niveus Walk new-build development in Shaftesbury, Dorset.

Rare Iron Maiden memorabilia from guitarist Dennis Stratton leads Ringwood Auctions’ rock sale on November 7, featuring signed albums and Beatles vinyl.

Dorset Council aims to offer every known rough sleeper accommodation by Christmas, with a task force and Weymouth bus shelter supporting routes into housing.

BCP Council will upgrade three play areas at Anchor Close, Branksome Recreation Ground and Dawkins Road through its £4.6m Plan for Play investment programme.

Six people, including Peter Troughton and Sue Chandler, receive the Cross of St Aldhelm for exceptional Christian service at Salisbury Cathedral on November 4.

Care South care home residents across Dorset form a new choir at St Ives House in Ringwood, singing favourites, making friends and enjoying music together.

A veteran of Bournemouth is taking part in a 24-hour silence challenge.

Lush celebrates 21 years of Snow Fairy with nationwide pink events, including Bournemouth, on November 7 and 8, featuring products, drinks and family fun.

Nine Lighthouse Poole kayakers completed a 9.2km paddle around Brownsea Island, raising nearly £2,000 for the Dorset arts centre’s Christmas Appeal.

As Remembrance Day approaches, we will remember the extraordinary courage of others with two minutes of silence.

Operation Mountie has helped cut New Forest animal accidents, with 498 vehicles stopped and drivers educated to protect livestock and wild deer.

More than 170 people gathered in Dorchester for an event supporting families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Sherborne Library launches Dorset Council’s Extended Access, letting members aged 16+ borrow books, use Wi-Fi and computers from 8am to 8pm, Monday-Saturday.

Bournemouth steakhouse Funki Griller hosts a wine-pairing dinner with Winederful Wines on November 12, featuring ribeye, sea bass and Italian wines.=

Dorset businesses joined Poole’s first multi-business AI training event on October 29, exploring Microsoft Outlook, digital skills and training opportunities.

A sea of Santas will soon take to the streets for a festive charity fun run.

Bestselling author Tracy Chevalier is backing a Dorset archive project to help preserve stories for generations to come.

AI monitoring helped Southern Water detect a burst sewage pipe at Boldre Bridge near Lymington, limiting pollution following an overnight Samotics alert.

Farmer Palmer’s launches £5 family day out for Naughty November

An entrepreneur with a career spanning both property and filmmaking has celebrated the launch of her new business in Sandbanks.

A Remembrance Sunday parade will take place in Christchurch on November 8 to honour those who have served and sacrificed.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Dorset Council's County Hall exhibition celebrates care-experienced people during National Care Leavers Month, alongside support including its Lifelong Offer.

Bournemouth’s Southern Contracts partners with Finnish manufacturer Metos to distribute marine galley and laundry equipment, installation and support worldwide.

A popular seafront restaurant marking its 35th birthday has extended a community discount to residents in BH postcodes.

Dorset mum Cheryl Reeves launches Haberdasheroo, a UK sewing platform listing fabric shops, classes and DeStash for reused fabrics and supplies across the UK.

A West Moors resident is fundraising for a specialist all-terrain wheelchair they say would transform their independence and open up parts of the world that have become inaccessible.

Campaigners are demanding action after E. coli spikes in Christchurch Harbour, with calls for bathing-water status and greater accountability for water companies.

A section of Church Road in Ferndown has been temporarily closed to northbound traffic.

BOARDING staff at a private school which announced it would be closing suddenly have been left without hot water and heating.

A Wimborne mum has created subscription boxes to build girls’ confidence.

An inquest has opened following the death of a teacher and musician in her 30s.

An inquest has opened following the death of a woman at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.