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Man dies and dozens of British tourists injured in Canary Island bus crash
A man has died and dozens have been injured after a bus carrying British tourists crashed in the Canary Islands, according to the local government.
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Man, 54, arrested after reports of suspected drug activity on Charminster road
A man from Bournemouth has been arrested on suspicion of possession with the intent to supply drugs and driving offence.
Extraordinary 6-deck superyacht with helipad and infinity pool arrives in Poole
A extraordinary six-deck superyacht with a helipad and curved infinity pool has attracted widespread attention as it arrived in Poole Harbour today.
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Man arrested for ‘assaulting woman’ as police search for witnesses
A man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a woman as police search for witnesses.
‘Cannabis farm’ found during police raids
A ‘cannabis farm’ was reportedly found during two police raids near Ferndown.
Two motorcycles stolen after break-in at Hamworthy property
Thieves stole two motorcycles earlier this week from after breaking into a Hamworthy property.
Where are the cheapest places to buy fuel in BCP right now
Using data collected by PetrolPrices.com, we have collated a list of the cheapest fuel providers for unleaded within five miles of Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole.
Man dies after emergency services called to medical incident
A man was pronounced dead at the scene after he was in need of medical attention in the area of Cliff Drive in Poole.
Fallen tree blocks path and damages art and makers market
A fallen tree has damaged the Westover Gardens Art and Makers Market in Bournemouth town centre.
Officer dismissed over “patronising” conduct and abuse of position
A police officer has been dismissed without notice after misusing his rank and behaving in a “patronising” manner towards colleagues and members of the public.
3 major airlines cancel flights and hike fares as fuel costs rise - are you affected?
Air India, Air New Zealand, and Delta Airlines are the latest airlines to cancel flights and increase fares amid rising fuel prices caused by the Middle East conflict.
Major EU border rule comes into full effect today for Brits - how to skip queues
The new Entry Exit System (EES) has rolled out fully across Europe today (April 10).
Former Top Gear boss unveils £700k upgrade at major attraction
Former Top Gear producer Jon Bentley has opened a £700,000 exhibition space at one of Hampshire's top attractions
Hampshire artist bringing memory garden back to New Forest dog festival
A Hampshire-based artist is bringing her popular memory garden to a New Forest dog festival for the third year.
Cross-party call in Parliament for 'Essentials Guarantee' to help vulnerable
Labour MP Neil Duncan-Jordan leads cross-party call for an Essentials Guarantee, urging Universal Credit reforms to cover food, heating and hygiene needs.
College to hold final open day before summer with more than 200 options on offer
Explore over 200 post-16 options at Bournemouth and Poole College’s final open day on 7 May, including T Levels, apprenticeships, and campus tours.
Dorset cancer charity named Poole law firm's charity of the year
Kiteleys Solicitors in Poole names Dorset Cancer Care Foundation as its charity of the year, launching fundraising for DCCF to support families with cancer.
Exercise scheme in Dorset for people with Parkinson's being expanded
NHS-backed exercise scheme for people with Parkinson’s expands at Kingston Lacy, Dorset, in partnership with Parkinson’s UK and National Trust.
New environmental learning series in Wimborne set to launch later this month
Greener Wimborne, Better Planet: New environmental learning series launches 20 April at The Reef, Colehill.
Wimborne business coach named finalist at UK StartUp Awards 2026
Michelle Reade Coaching, based in Wimborne, is a South West finalist in the UK StartUp Awards 2026, recognised for supporting business owners to avoid burnout.