Business owners have flagged concerns about an “increase in illegal drug usage” in the Bournemouth Triangle — which they say is “driving customers away”

Bournemouth teenage boxer Lydia Page, 14, who trains at Arena Boxing Club, has secured gold for England at the Four Nations Championships.

While much of the focus is on the World Cup, the Cherries are continuing to build up to their first campaign in Europe, and fans can subscribe to the Daily Echo with an exclusive offer of £3 for 3 months or save over 50% off an annual subscription d...

But the truth behind Swanage’s affectionately self-effacing Monkey Beach holds a very different kind of maritime magic. 

Doors to the historic and much-loved 19th century Richmond pub, owned by Greene King, in Bournemouth have reopened following a six-figure refurbishment.

Government funding secured to boost Somerset flood resilience after Storm Chandra. Investment aims to protect communities and improve infrastructure.

Debate grows in the UK over banning social media for under 16s, as Australia’s restrictions struggle to work. Experts question impact on youth mental health.

Bridgwater senior citizens’ fair, organised by MP Sir Ashley Fox at St Mary’s Church, offered support, advice, and activities for older residents and carers.

Brymore Academy in Cannington hosts its open day and country fair on 27 June, featuring livestock shows, vintage vehicles, family activities, and local food.

Andrea Arlidge, former Futura Learning Partnership CEO, awarded OBE in King’s Birthday Honours for services to education across Somerset and the South West.

A much-loved pillar of the community in Bridport is stepping down from his role after serving the community for many years

A family business at the heart of some of the countries most memorable sporting moments have described the enduring ties the town has with rope making

SHOCKING new data has revealed that children under the age of 16 have reported rapes by taxi or private hire drivers

PLANNING applications submitted across the Bridport and Lyme Regis area include proposals affecting homes, commercial premises and farm buildings.

ACCESS works, home extensions and the removal of occupancy restrictions on rural properties feature in the latest decided planning applications for West Dorset.

Debate grows in the UK over banning social media for under 16s, as Australia’s restrictions struggle to work. Experts question impact on youth mental health.

Government funding secured to boost Somerset flood resilience after Storm Chandra. Investment aims to protect communities and improve infrastructure.

A teenager who is on trial for the death of Aria Thorpe said he was ‘upset’ about ‘the fact [he had] taken her life’ in a police interview, a court heard.

Michael O'Leary called changes to air passenger rights "gobbledygook" and "bureaucratic bunkum" in a statement

The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts for several parts of the UK

Government funding secured to boost Somerset flood resilience after Storm Chandra. Investment aims to protect communities and improve infrastructure.

Eight-bedroom period home for sale in Yeovil on Ilchester Road. Pickett Witch House, £600,000 via Greenslade Taylor Hunt. Spacious, versatile, freehold.

Ferne Animal Sanctuary in Chard unveils four new murals created with Yeovil College students, celebrating rescued animals and nearly 85 years of care

Work begins on Goldwell Farm, Crewkerne, delivering 67 affordable homes with Abri and Allison Homes South West

Yeovil aviation legend Lance Brice, former Leonardo employee and Spitfire craftsman, celebrates 100th birthday, honoured for shaping UK aircraft history.

There could be disruption

'The lack of rural links blocks jobs and holds back the economy'

'Traffic volumes are already impossible. It's like the M25'

The first bid was turned down by planners

'Any surplus is used to cover the costs of running parking services'