An inquest into the death of Weymouth teenager Roxy Phillips heard of the police inquiries made the night she died

The terms of new lease agreements for control over land in Kings Park to be transferred to AFC Bournemouth have been recommended to be approved by BCP Council’s cabinet.

A CHRISTMAS ice rink in Bournemouth could have planning permission revoked - despite it opening a week ago.

PARENTS and carers have been urged to stay vigilant after school reported a “worrying trend” of masked youths gathering and intimidating members of the school community.

Due to a complaint by a councillor and a strange quirk of legislation, the already-built winter wonderland market and ice rink could lose permission if the councillors support the planning officers and refuse plans tomorrow.

A driver landed on the naughty list after their car was pulled over on Wednesday for displaying festive flair in Poole.

Gary Numan delighted fans at the O2 in Bournemouth, celebrating 45 years since the release of TELEKON. He proved enduring stage presence.

AN ENGLAND footballer has praised girls in Bournemouth during a meeting with Tom Hayes as work continues to secure new facilities for women’s football in the area.

A prestigious all-girls school in Bournemouth has announced who will be taking over as headteacher next year.

THE police have supported the families of 17 people who list their lives in crashes in 2024.

An inquest has opened after a man in his 30s was found dead at a car park in Bournemouth.

Russell Watson announces 2026 tour, including a Ringwood, Hampshire date. Enjoy classic hits and personal stories from the chart-topping tenor. Tickets out 31 Oct 2025.

Kamila Gagala, general manager at Hyacinth House, said: "I was overwhelmed by the response of our local business community.

The sales team will be on hand to provide information on incentives and offers.

Poole Museum partners with Lush to launch a seaweed-inspired bath bomb, celebrating the museum’s reopening and Poole’s creative heritage. Available now.

YMCA Bournemouth’s ‘Prezzies for Rezzies’ Christmas gift appeal seeks Dorset donations for supported housing residents and homeless people. Donate by 22 December (24 December at YMCA Bournemouth, Delta House).

BCP Council seeks public input on its 2026-2031 Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy for Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. Share your views now.

"We are committed to being honest with residents about what is working well and where more improvement is needed."

Dementia UK shares self-care tips for carers on Carers Rights Day, including support services, exercise, and flexible working options for UK dementia carers.

Bournemouth resident Betty Mallinson celebrates 100th birthday, reflecting on her life from Birmingham roots to Open University degree and active retirement.

This is close to the figure for England, at 30 per cent, with Northern Ireland reporting the highest impact at 39 per cent.

Bournemouth Water urges residents to protect pipes from bursts as temperatures drop. Get winter pipe safety tips, leak advice, and WaterSafe contacts here.

SGN urges people to check their carbon monoxide alarms and batteries, as over 25% of CO call-outs were false alarms linked to battery or alarm failure.

Home-Start Wessex to open its first family charity shop in Christchurch in 2026, offering clothes, toys, a support hub and activities for local families.

Dorset Council urges the chancellor for fair funding in the autumn statement, seeking support for social care, SEND, affordable housing and Wessex devolution.

To achieve this, Blackmore completed the HR Seal of Excellence, along with the health and safety and environmental audits.

The Salvation Army Winton launches its Christmas Present Appeal, seeking new toy donations to support local children in need. Donate by 20 December.

St Ives House care home residents joined Wimborne Minster's "Candles on the Green" by Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, honouring loved ones with candlelit dedications.

Six Wetherspoon pubs in the area have been recognised for their high-quality toilets in the Loo of the Year Awards 2025.

Dorset Police made 13 arrests during Safer Business Action Week 2025, targeting business and retail crime. Operations with BIDs led to one arrest.

BCP Council awards £80,000 in grants from the BCP Food and Energy Support Fund, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions' Household Support Fund, to 23 Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole groups, aiding winter cost-of-living support.

Dr Dan Makin warns pet owners to protect dogs, cats, and small animals from cold weather risks, salt, grit, and toxic antifreeze as temperatures drop.

The Government launches England’s first Men’s Health Strategy, boosting mental health, prostate cancer care, and suicide prevention for men.

With over three million app downloads worldwide, Savvy Navvy is rapidly gaining traction in the global leisure-marine market.

Cats Protection urges help for stray and abandoned cats as cold snap hits. Charity launches winter campaign for donations and cat welfare advice.

Bournemouth Airport ranked among the UK’s most reliable airports, with just 0.1% of flights cancelled. Glasgow Prestwick also scored highly.

Forres Sandle Manor unveils £3.5m STEAM Building, boosting science, technology, engineering, art, and maths education for pupils in a state-of-the-art facility.

Brockenhurst College students volunteer in Kenya, supporting Nakuru community projects, schools, and children; donating supplies and funding improvements.

Discover Wimborne’s Christmas events, including the lights switch-on, festive market, live music, parade, in winter wonderland.

A holiday cottage agency has reported a 66 per cent increase in advance bookings for 2026.

Cabinet is set to approve plans to look for a new operator for cremation services in Poole five years after they stopped.

AN INDIAN Bangladeshi restaurant has introduced a series of "complimentary taster events" for community to experience their food.

First ever Bournemouth Town Centre Panel prepares to finalise and share action plan.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

DORSET’S first police and crime commissioner has said the government’s plans to axe the role is a ‘positive step’.

A biohazard cleaning company encountered some peculiar looking mushrooms after it was hired to clean an abandoned bingo hall in Westbourne.

Channel 4 has confirmed the Peep Show cast, including Olivia Colman, will reunite in a Great British Bake Off Christmas special for 2025

ARMED police were called to an address in Bournemouth after reports of a person with a knife.

Fire services are attending to skip fire in Poole

Campaigners are demanding answers after it was revealed that the Lymington River is still being polluted by raw sewage