The founder of a small business in Poundbury, Dorchester, said she was 'honoured' to be shortlisted for a small business award.

Two thirds of South West homebuyers deterred from moving again due to stressful UK property system, OPDA survey reveals; calls grow for ...

WWII veteran Arthur ‘Jim’ Freer celebrates his 101st birthday at Newstone House, Sturminster Newton, honoured for his RAF and Royal Canadian ...

A free mid-morning concert will be held at Dorchester’s Corn Exchange, featuring a programme of classical favourites.

A night bus linking Bridport and Lyme Regis launches tomorrow after months of anticipation. Plans to introduce the new bus service have been in talks for a number of months and was given the green ...

Swanage Railway’s 2026 Diesel Gala & Beer Festival (8–10 May) features nine heritage diesel locomotives, vintage trains, Dorset ales, ...

A rare red-listed mistle thrush has been photographed at Kingston Lacy by a member of the Echo's Dorset Camera Club ...

Bridport Food Festival, now in its 22nd year, comes back to Askers Meadows on Saturday, June 13. Visitors can look forward to a showcase of classic favourites and fresh flavours, with nearly 100 ...

David Selves elected president of Ward Club in the City of London, launching a pilot scheme to support NEET young people.

Dorset Council launches Keyworker Service with NHS Dorset, offering tailored support for children and young people with learning disabilities ...

The Green Shed Sherborne, a new men’s shed at Castle Gardens, has opened—offering adults a creative, social space for making, repairing ...

ANDREW Forsyth thrilled the crowds at Wiscombe Park as he stormed to a commanding double overall victories during a weekend of speed hill ...