When people think of the English Civil War, they often picture the great battles of Naseby, Marston Moor, or the execution of King Charles I. Yet Dorset experienced its own dramatic upheaval during the conflict and its aftermath, with consequences that transformed society, politics, religion and everyday life across the county. The war years of […]
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Isabelle Sapherson-Moralee’s mum Ann Moralle (right) fought for 18 months to get help for Izzy and tried warning health officials that her daughter would die from it (Picture: Bournemouth News/Facebook)
A young estate agent with a ketamine addiction died in agony at home after discharging herself from hospital and telling her mum ‘I can’t do it anymore’, and inquest heard.
Isabelle…
A new long‑term strategy to help make Dorset’s transport and travel better for residents, the economy and the environment is being reviewed by councillors this week. Councillors on Dorset Council’s Place and Resources Overview committee are being asked to give their views on the final draft of the Local Transport Plan 2026 to 2041 when […]
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Fancy a dip to cool off?
The imposing wall is over 7ft tall and has been described by some as an eyesore.
Despite making up less than one percent of the county’s population, asylum seekers accounted for more than 7% of total sexual offenses.
The UK is a haven for seaside escapes and days out at the beach, but there's one beautiful town, offering golden sand beaches and turquoise waters, that has been hailed as a 'must-visit'
Dorset’s business community comprises around 52,000–55,000 active companies, driven by high-growth potential in manufacturing, defence, marine, and digital tech. However, the current economic climate has introduced challenges that test even the most established firms. The need for resilience and adaptability has never been more critical for local owners in Poole and Bournemouth as they navigate a…
Dorset’s demographic story is often told as a single, simple imbalance — fewer births, more deaths — but that simplicity hides a more revealing truth. When the county is broken down into its natural geography — North, South, East and West — a clearer picture emerges of how unevenly that change is unfolding. From the […]
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Links between vape shops and organised crime have been uncovered (Picture: In Pictures via Getty Images)
To no one’s surprise, up to half of convenience stores and vape shops are involved in organised crime in some areas.
They have plagued UK high streets for years, as the local bakery is forced to shutter and an e-cig store takes its place – despite four others sitting just a five minute walk…
For many, celebrating a big birthday is an important life event, with celebrations often stretching out for more than a week or two. In fact, over four in five (83%) people said they would prefer to extend their birthday celebrations with a holiday over a party or dinner. Interest in birthday holidays is on the […]
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'They call it "criminal damage." I call it a crustacean jailbreak.'
With rising fuel costs making air travel increasingly expensive, many of us will be looking closer to home for somewhere to go on holiday, or for a day out. Thankfully there's a lot to see
'It was not a good thing for the lobster at all and whether or not it survived, we don't know.'
Dorset Police reported violence against officers at an illegal rave near East Lulworth on Saturday, which drew around 2,000 people and more than 100 vehicles
Is it possible to have a luxury staycation with the kids in tow? This hotel offers a range of features to make family holidays more fun, including complimentary childcare for kid-free time
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Two drunk teenagers ‘left a trail of destruction’ in a hotel reception which was so severe they have been banned from every pub, bar and nightclub in the whole of the UK.
Kera McKeown and Larisa Sumovskaja, both 19, trashed the Trouville Hotel…
The debate on proposed fire station closures across Dorset and Wiltshire, alongside wider concerns raised in Parliament, reveals a complex and deeply consequential issue at the heart of public safety in the United Kingdom. While Members of Parliament from across parties are united in their admiration for the bravery and dedication of firefighters, they are […]
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If you're looking for staycation inspiration, this Dorset holiday park is packed with family-friendly facilities. Even in high season, there's no need to fight for space on the beach as it has its own private stretch.
Tourism ambassadors and local businesses are joining forces to champion Dorset as a diverse destination throughout English Tourism Week (13 to 22 March). For this national celebration of tourism, Dorset Council’s Visit Dorset team is inviting residents and businesses to showcase everything that makes the county special throughout the year. From the rolling hills of the […]
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International Women’s Day Event – a great success! On Saturday, 7 March, 80 people, the majority women, came together from all over Dorset to celebrate International Women’s Day with speakers, poetry, music and Palestinian snacks. The event was hosted by Dorset Palestine Solidarity Campaign. Sam Strudwick one of the organisers, introduced the event: “The women […]
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This inland town was the perfect staycation.
From the royal family to some politicians to those on the far right of politics, we are increasingly seeing more and more cases of child sexual abuse being reported. Wherever it is, we must take it seriously and report it. Leaving the children to remain as victims makes us complicit. A week of intensive proactive […]
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The RNLI has been accused of helping migrants cross the Channel, sparking a backlash from supporters (Picture Rob King/RNLI/Cover Media)
A fundraiser set up to raise money for the RNLI after a community group refused to give them £200 has collected hundreds of pounds in just 48 hours.
Christchurch Residents Association (CRA), in Dorset, voted to reject a plea for the funding, with some members…
Dorset Police’s roads policing officers took part in a national initiative focusing on commercial vehicle safety. Every driver of a commercial vehicle has a responsibility to know how to keep their vehicle safe, secure their load and meet the necessary legal requirements. A commercial vehicle can cause significant harm if it is involved in a […]
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They witnessed something inexplicable...
During Operation Smokescreen, a coordinated monitoring effort involving broadcaster and conservationist Chris Packham, zoologist and campaigner Megan McCubbin, and experienced hunt saboteurs, footage emerged that appears to show the Blackmore and Sparkford Vale Hunt engaging in activities explicitly banned under the Hunting Act 2004, which came into force in 2005. The operation, carried out in…
A flooded road in the Midlands, one of the areas hit particularly hard by the rain (Picture: Alamy Live News.)
A weather warning for yet more rain has been issues for the south-west UK, all but ensuring a biblical start to 2026 with 40 days of rain.
There have been no days so far this year where the country has stayed completely dry, with some areas hit particularly hard.
More than 200 flood…
For many people in Dorset, this winter has blurred into a single, grey stretch of damp days. Rain has fallen again and again, often without drama, but with a persistence that has slowly worn down rivers, roads and patience alike. Fields remain sodden, chalk streams are running high, and surface water now gathers after even […]
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Dorset's Lyme Regis has been hailed as one of England's best seaside destinations by UK travel influencer Amy Hulley, who shared her discovery of the charming beach town with her 434,000 Instagram followers