A 400-year-old Dorset pub immortalised by Thomas Hardy faces controversy as new owners remove its traditional name and iconic sign, sparking local outrage and debates about heritage preservation.
Dorset Police were called to an incident in Lyme Regis close to Princess Anne's Gatcombe Park estate, raising security concerns for the Princess Royal during her West Country visit.
Dorset's popular seaside resort plunged into chaos as multiple emergency services rushed to Weymouth Pavilion following a serious medical emergency on the beach.
Hundreds of protesters marched through Dorset countryside opposing 2,000-home development they claim would destroy landscape immortalised by Thomas Hardy
Emergency services rushed to Bournemouth beach after a man died and a teenage girl was hospitalised in a suspected poisoning incident. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The son of boxing legend Tyson Fury faces opposition from local residents, including an ex-British Airways pilot, as his family fights to maintain their presence near a Hampshire village in a dramatic planning permission dispute.
New research suggests common antidepressant Prozac, taken during pregnancy, could affect fetal brain development, raising crucial questions about maternal mental health treatment.
New research reveals how AI tools are transforming family life, from bedtime stories to homework help. Discover the surprising benefits and hidden risks of raising children in the age of artificial intelligence.
A massive housing development proposed for the Woodgate Estate in West Sussex faces fierce opposition as campaigners warn it would devastate an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and overwhelm local infrastructure.
Discover the remarkable comeback story of a once-fading Dorset coastal hotel, now undergoing a spectacular £6 million restoration that's breathing new life into the entire seaside community.
Discover the ambitious plans for Britain's largest new settlement in decades - a revolutionary 25,000-home community complete with schools, healthcare facilities, and sustainable transport networks set to redefine modern living.
A landmark decision by a Sydney council paves the way for up to 31,000 new homes in Waterloo, promising to tackle the housing crisis while facing significant local opposition over density and infrastructure concerns.
Exclusive: Two wealthy brothers crashed their BMW and Mercedes into their multi-million pound Sandbanks mansion gates, leaving their teenage sister with life-changing injuries in a shocking incident on Britain's most expensive coastal street.
A remarkable discovery of 120 heritage apple varieties, including some thought to be extinct, has been made at a National Trust property in Dorset, offering a sweet taste of history.
A 12-year-old boy is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run in Bournemouth. Dorset Police have arrested a man on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving as the community reels from the shocking incident.
A young Albanian man has died aboard the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset, with friends claiming he was tricked about living conditions. The incident raises serious questions about the government's asylum accommodation policy.
Two brothers from a wealthy family have been sentenced after a high-speed crash on Sandbanks' exclusive 'Millionaire's Row' left a young girl with devastating, permanent injuries.
The iconic Countryside Code for England and Wales has been updated for the first time in a decade, introducing new guidance on nighttime fishing, interacting with livestock, and 'leave no trace' principles for the modern visitor.
UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.
Homeowners in Bournemouth are outraged after developers erected a massive concrete wall, obliterating their sea views and slashing property values. The controversial structure fronts a new block of luxury flats, sparking a major planning dispute.
A remarkable story unfolds in Bournemouth as an Albanian man, revered as a divine figure by his community for his wisdom and generosity, is discovered working a humble job. This exclusive report explores faith, migration, and the search for solace.
A self-proclaimed 'tribe' evicted from their woodland camp in a major police operation has defiantly set up a new settlement mere metres away, sparking fresh local tension and concerns over a prolonged standoff with authorities.
A Metropolitan Police detective has been exonerated following a high-profile internal investigation into allegations of engaging in sexual activity on a Dorset beach. The officer, suspended since July 2023, has been cleared of all gross misconduct charges
A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.
A major rescue operation unfolded off the Dorset coast after a small boat carrying migrants got into difficulty. Two people have died and a third is in a critical condition in a Bournemouth hospital.
A group of German tourists had to be dramatically rescued by HM Coastguard after being cut off by the rapidly incoming tide on the famous Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Shocking footage captures their scramble to safety.
Forget expensive flights! A stunning UK village with a breathtaking golden sand beach and crystal-clear waters is the perfect staycation destination just a short drive from the capital.
The political world mourns the loss of Dame Annette Brooke, the former Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, remembered as a formidable campaigner for children's rights and a dedicated constituency MP.