A Savers store on Old Christchurch Road in Bournemouth has been granted permission to sell alcohol despite concerns about anti-social behaviour. The retailer will implement strict safety measures including CCTV, security guards, and staff training.
Motorhome and campervan drivers face fines up to £1,000 for overnight sleeping and camping on Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole beaches this summer.
Louise Rowland, a 56-year-old breast cancer survivor from Dorset, won four silver medals for Great Britain at the European Dragon Boat Championships in Munich, competing with Team GB's Breast Cancer Paddlers.
JP Morgan's five-storey Bournemouth office expansion, housing 1,600 staff, was approved despite parking concerns. The development includes 118 car and 614 cycle spaces.
A man has died after falling 100ft from a cliff at Fisherman's Walk, Bournemouth, during a heatwave. Beachgoers screamed in horror as he fell. Police have referred themselves to the IOPC.
Debbie Sharman, a Bournemouth consultant podiatrist, has received the Royal College of Podiatry Diamond Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding contribution to diabetic foot care and podiatry.
Hope Housing charity hosts a Fire Walk Challenge on November 6 in Bournemouth, with participants walking barefoot over hot embers to raise funds for homeless support services.
Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole could face fines doubling to £160 for serious parking offences after the Labour government approved a trial extension.
A tram network is proposed as part of BCP Council's 10-year growth plan to better connect Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole by 2036, but funding and space challenges remain.
Richard Inskip, 48, diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis as a teen, uses medical cannabis and exercise to manage severe pain, calling his condition a 'blessing' that keeps him active.
European Cargo Limited, a freight airline based at Bournemouth Airport, has collapsed into administration, leaving 178 staff redundant. Customers and creditors are being contacted.
Plans have been submitted to convert an eight-storey office building in Bournemouth town centre into 73 flats, with parking and cycle spaces included.
Hope HTS receives £500 from Nicholas O'Hara Community Fund to provide 20 starter packs with essential items for formerly homeless residents in Bournemouth.
Richard Davis, 61, is cycling 4,500 miles around the UK coast over 70 days to raise funds for Willow, supporting seriously ill young adults aged 16-40.
A Dorset father is helping his daughter achieve her dream by pushing her in a specialist wheelchair at the TCS London Marathon to raise £10,000 for Muscular Dystrophy UK.
A new Cook and Connect session in Bournemouth offers free six-week cooking courses, teaching affordable meal preparation in a social setting to build skills and confidence.
A 29-year-old Jordanian asylum seeker failed to return to Bournemouth Crown Court after lunch, prompting a judge to issue an arrest warrant. Mustafa Al Mbaidin was on trial for a violent assault in Dorset.
Bournemouth charity Hope HTS will use a £2,000 donation from The Cherries Community Fund to provide essential household starter packs for 50 formerly homeless individuals, supporting their transition into new homes with dignity and independence.
Dog owners in Bournemouth are invited to join the Hope & Hounds sponsored walk on March 29, supporting local charities for homelessness and assistance dogs with a scenic seafront route.
BCP Council aims to make higher penalty charges permanent after a trial showed reduced illegal parking and improved road safety. The council has submitted findings to the Department for Transport.
Slug and Lettuce confirms the closure of its Bournemouth town centre bar on February 27, with the venue set to reopen as BOMO House in early March under Stonegate Pub Partners.
The Slug & Lettuce bar chain is closing its Bournemouth town centre location this Friday, with 21 additional pubs across England being marketed for sale by owner Stonegate Group.
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has paid a glowing tribute to Aston Villa's Unai Emery, calling him one of the best managers globally and comparing his journey to Pep Guardiola's.
John Townley's detailed player ratings for Aston Villa after their 1-1 Premier League draw at Bournemouth, featuring standout performances and areas for improvement.
Ollie Watkins returns for Aston Villa as Unai Emery makes four changes against Bournemouth. Full lineups and team news from the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth could be without up to seven players due to injuries for their Premier League match against Aston Villa, impacting their European qualification hopes.
MYTIME Young Carers invites walkers, joggers, and runners to join its team for the Bournemouth Bay Run on March 22. Choose from 5k, 10k, or half marathon distances to support young carers.
AFC Bournemouth secures planning permission for a £90m redevelopment of the Vitality Stadium, aiming to double capacity to over 20,000 seats, marking a major milestone for the Premier League's smallest ground.
Graham Farrant, ex-chief of BCP Council, joins the Health and Safety Executive as a non-executive director. Discover his 47-year career and the HSE's vital mission.
Eligible households in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole can apply for new £300 support grants. The final application window closes on 30 January 2026. Act now to secure vital help.