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The idea is set to be discussed at BCP Council next Wednesday (July 14) Picture: BCP Council

Cross-pavement EV charging could be launched in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

A NEW cross-pavement electric vehicle charging trial could be introduced across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. This would mean EV users…

Sunshine, sports and a special opening at Western Downland

A SCHOOL near Fordingbridge enjoyed a day to remember last week. Western Downland Church of England Primary School pupils enjoyed…

Representatives from Plunkett UK, Southern Co-op, and the shop’s manager Picture: Plunkett UK

Refill shop saved more than two tonnes of plastic from landfill

A COMMUNITY refill shop in Fordingbridge has gone from strength to strength since it first opened in 2022. The

Some big acts are set to play at this year's festival Picture: Poole Harbour Festival

‘Mini Glastonbury’: Festival to welcome thousands later this month

15,000 PEOPLE are expected to descend on Poole later this month for the Poole Harbour Festival. Set up ten years…

The scam text that has been sent out Picture: Dorchester Police

Winter Fuel Allowance scam text reported in Dorset

DORSET residents are being warned to stay vigilant after reports of a scam Winter Fuel Allowance text. The text claims…

The fundraiser has a target of £1,000 Picture: Poole Communities Trust/GoFundMe

Fundraiser launched to help Poole community centre recover from break-in

THE Poole community is banding together to help a community centre recover from a recent burglary and vandalism. The Branksome…

Body found in Poole in search for missing Bournemouth woman

POLICE have sadly found a body in their search for missing Bournemouth woman Janette. 65-year-old Janette was last seen at…

Both vehicles are subject to a live investigation Pictures: Dorset Council Waste Services

Vehicles seized in Verwood over suspected use in fly-tipping

TWO vehicles that were seized by police in Verwood could be disposed of if they are not claimed. A beige…

BCP leader Cllr Mille Earl (right) has written to deputy prime minister Angela Rayner (left) to say the council faces "imminent financial threat" unless the government solves the SEND funding crisis Pictures: BCP Council/Parliament.uk/Google

BCP Council faces £171m SEND black hole

THE leader of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council said the authority faces “imminent financial threat” in light of…

Some of the equipment police found at the man's address Picture: Dorset Police Rural Crime Team

Ringwood man caught with £20,000 of suspected stolen fishing equipment

A 31-YEAR-OLD man from the Ringwood area was arrested after police recovered suspected stolen fishing equipment and tools worth…