Bournemouth’s Bobby’s department store opened in May 1915 and became Debenhams in 1972. Share your memories, stories and photos.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole drivers face road closures and temporary road works in October due to BCP Council and utility works. Expect delays

Port Regis, based in Motcombe near Shaftesbury, has been crowned the UK Boarding School of the Year.

Chancellor John Healey is reportedly preparing to announce plans requiring online marketplaces to collect VAT on sites such as eBay.

Mushrooms and toadstools are appearing on UK lawns this autumn. Lawn experts explain why they grow and how to remove them.

Bridgwater and Burnham events guide: Masters of Deception, Atomic Rooster, Hundred Watt Club and The New Jersey Boys.

More than 14,000 Somerset students have taken part in Active Bystander assemblies promoting safety and positive action.

New plans are being explored to improve connections between Bridgwater’s bus, coach and railway services.

Only 200,000 were released into banks and post offices, making it the rarest 50p in active UK circulation

PIP figures reveal that 30% of recent claimants with anxiety disorders are aged 16 to 24, but a leading psychiatrist warns official statistics may not tell the whole story.

A popular holiday park in west Dorset is looking ahead to a new phase of growth after its parent company was acquired by a major European investment group

Take a look back at the fascinating history of Chettle, a tiny Dorset village with an ancient church, historic manor house and links to the Battle of Sedgemoor

Clocks will go back across the UK this weekend on Sunday, October 25 at 2am, marking the end of British Summer Time and an extra hour in bed.

Houseplants like English ivy and night-blooming Jasmine can make autumn allergies worse for some people

The Nurture Sanctuary in Broadwindsor has opened a new wellbeing space featuring an infrared sauna, eucalyptus shower and relaxation area.

Burnham and Bridgwater events guide: Masters of Deception, Atomic Rooster, Hundred Watt Club and The New Jersey Boys.

More than 14,000 Somerset students have taken part in Active Bystander assemblies promoting safety and positive action.

Only 200,000 were released into banks and post offices, making it the rarest 50p in active UK circulation

PIP figures reveal that 30% of recent claimants with anxiety disorders are aged 16 to 24, but a leading psychiatrist warns official statistics may not tell the whole story.

Typo, owned by Cotton On, will close all UK stores and its online shop by early 2027, citing high rents, rising costs and weak sales

Three-bedroom bungalow with 1.6 acres of gardens and woodland goes on the market near Ilminster for £725,000.

More than 14,000 Somerset students have taken part in Active Bystander assemblies promoting safety and positive action.

Only 200,000 were released into banks and post offices, making it the rarest 50p in active UK circulation

Susanne, "Susie", Clarke has backed a petition to report cat collision incidents after her beloved cat was killed by a car

PIP figures reveal that 30% of recent claimants with anxiety disorders are aged 16 to 24, but a leading psychiatrist warns official statistics may not tell the whole story.

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Children get a 'highly positive start' to their education, inspectors found

But thousands of people are demanding changes

Our thoughts are with those affected

The Glovers surrendered a two-goal lead before Johl Powell’s late equaliser rescued a 3-3 draw and a replay