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UK could be set for once in a decade Northern Lights display
The Aurora Borealis have stunned the nation this year, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south as Dorset, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Berkshire
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Missing persons appeal launched for man last seen in East Dorset
Mark Street, 51 was last seen leaving an address in the Holt area in a blue Mercedes C220 with the registration UM14 RKY on December 18.
Fire at property believed to be started "maliciously"
A fire that took place at an address in Christchurch is suspected to have been started maliciously.
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Martin Lewis issues Christmas NS&I Premium Bonds warning for parents
Martin Lewis has warned against people giving children NS&I Premium Bonds for Christmas.
Water bills to rise for Dorset customers - all you need to know
Household water bills for Dorset residents are expected to rise by more than 20 per cent in the next five years.
Road blocked following crash on A338
The A338 Wessex Way at the Bournemouth West Roundabout is blocked while emergency services deal with a crash.
70mph winds expected this weekend as weather warning issued
The warning is in place from midnight on December 22 until 9pm the same evening.
Bin lorry catches fire during morning round
A bin lorry was on fire during its morning rounds.
6 pets from RSPCA Dorset who are on the lookout for their forever homes
The RSPCA Ashley Heath Animal Centre in Ringwood, Dorset has many pets, such as cats and dogs, looking for new homes
Law firm advises on building materials supplier acquisition
Elliotts, one of the UK's oldest family-run businesses, operates 13 builders' merchant branches and four kitchen and bathroom showrooms across Hampshire and Dorset.
Bournemouth University students 'highly commended' in national competition
This required detailed research on international human rights regimes, including the European Convention on Human Rights and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Nursery staff 'worked hard' to improve on 'inadequate' score
Staff at a nursery have “worked hard” to improve on their former “inadequate” Ofsted rating, inspectors have said.
Councillors don't agree to reject government bid around online voting
COUNCILLORS could not collectively agree to reject the government's consultation around online council meeting attendance.
Empty bank set to become language school after plans approved
Planning chiefs have approved proposals to turn a former bank into a language school for foreign and domestic students
Free exercise class day returns to BIC
Running since 2016, the event offers a variety of classes, including BodyPump, GRIT, BodyJam, Les Mills Shapes and BodyCombat.
Have you welcomed a baby in 2024? send us your pictures
Have you welcomed a baby in 2024?
Fish containing 38 seahorses found in Poole
A black bream fish that contained 38 seahorses has been given as an example of a ‘climate change indicator’ by the Wildlife Trusts.
Life-saving defibrillator fitted at secluded New Forest pub
The Royal Oak at Fritham has had a defibrillator installed, thanks to the kindness of villagers and visitors.
RSPCA reveals increase in pets abandoned over Christmas period
The situation is expected to worsen during the winter months, as more people struggle financially around Christmas time.
Two New Forest hotels recognised with top awards
Two New Forest hotels have triumphed at The Beautiful South Awards 2024.