Coastal

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Firefighters battled the blaze at Studland all day. Pictures: Swanage Fire Station

PICTURES: Fire crews tackle large fire at Studland heath

FIRE crews from across Dorset were called to a large fire on Studland Heath yesterday (July 12). The incident, in…

Part of Brownsea Island has been closed to the public. Picture: Dorset AONB

Bird flu confirmed at Brownsea Island: 600 birds affected

PART of Brownsea Island has been closed to the public after an outbreak of avian flu killed hundreds of…

The application would see 45 High Street returned to a private dwelling completely

Swanage hostel could close – and be returned to private home

BACKPACKERS could have one less place to stay in Swanage if plans to change the use of a town-centre…

Rules over dogs in public spaces are governed by the PSPO

Have your say over dog orders in Dorset public spaces – including beaches

PEOPLE are being urged to have their say over where and when dogs should be allowed in Dorset’s public…

The cruise will end with a fireworks display in Poole Harbour

Enjoy fireworks on fundraising cruise around Poole Harbour

A SUMMER cruise around Poole Harbour will raise vital funds for a good cause. Disability charity Diverse Abilities will host…

The plan aims to outline proposals and guide development of Swanage seafront. Picture: Dorset Coast Forum

Draft Swanage Seafront Masterplan to be revealed next week

A NEW masterplan outlining a future vision for Swanage seafront will be unveiled next week. A draft of the Swanage…

The tragedy unfolded on Bournemouth beach on Wednesday afternoon. Picture: Google

Pleasure boat reportedly impounded at Poole Harbour after Bournemouth tragedy

A MAN arrested in connection with the tragic deaths of two young people on Bournemouth beach on Wednesday…

The incident unfolded off Bournemouth Pier on Wednesday afternoon. Picture: Google

Man arrested as two die after incident off Bournemouth Pier

A 17-YEAR-OLD boy and a 12-year-old girl have died after an incident off Bournemouth Pier. The pair were among 10…

Martin Jones receives the station manager epaulettes PHOTO: Swanage NCI

Service was their watchword

ONE of the most memorable things that I will take away from the coronation was how strongly the concept…

Chris Payne and Oly Rush with Green Folk staff and family during a Dorset beach clean

Dorset eco swimmer Oly Rush gearing up for Ithaca challenge

DORSET eco swimmer Oly Rush is gearing up for his next dip to raise awareness of the plastic pollution…