Coastal

Keeping an eye on one of Dorset’s most valuable resources, see all the latest tide times and coastal news.

Business is booming as millions of town centre trips made in winter

BUSINESSES in Poole are reporting growing momentum into 2026 with 5 million trips made to the town centre during…

‘Do not approach him’: Man wanted for alleged sexual offences

POLICE are conducting a manhunt for a 31-year-old from Poole wanted in connection with alleged sexual offences. Bradley Elsworth is…

Sir Mark Rylance applauds film festival in 30th year

ACCLAIMED actor and director Sir Mark Rylance praises a “remarkable” film festival as it gears up to mark its…

Staff threatened with knife sharpener in store robbery

Hundreds take part in off-shore counter terrorism exercise

A MAJOR counter terrorism drill aboard a cross-channel ferry brought together multiple agencies at Poole Port yesterday. Several hundred people…

Man wanted after Poole petrol station worker attacked

OFFICERS in Poole are appealing for help to identify a man involved in an assault and criminal…

Investigation launched after man dies in suspected hit and run

POLICE are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward following a fatal collision in…

Waste collection and play areas among priorities for council

BOURNEMOUTH, Christchurch and Poole Council is looking to build on a year of strong economic growth and community-focused projects. The…

Emergency shelter activated for rough sleepers

AUTHORITIES in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have activated the severe weather emergency protocol (SWEP) to protect vulnerable people sleeping…

Council urges patience as Christchurch roadworks begin early 2026

UTILITY companies are gearing up for a series of roadworks in Christchurch at the start of 2026 aimed at…