Work on Victoria Road in Ferndown starts in September, bringing new planting, seating and street furniture while keeping the road open and shop access in place. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=2897

New business groups are being created in Bournemouth after the town’s chamber reached 250 members. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=3350

AFC Bournemouth have signed Michele Di Gregorio as Will Dennis completes a permanent move away. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8893

Plans to sell Bournemouth's Civic Annex would move council services into other civic buildings as BCP Council looks to raise funding and reduce pressure on its estate. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=1452

Dorset roads police are using a new roadside evidential breath test machine to speed up drink drive investigations and improve the accuracy of roadside alcohol readings. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=7675

Summer firework displays will return to Bournemouth beach and Poole Quay this week after the wildfire risk eased. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=2578

The Salt Pig will take over the restaurant and café at Lighthouse Poole, with the existing team transferring and a new name planned for September. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=2823

Detectives are asking witnesses to come forward after a man sustained serious injuries during an alleged assault in Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, with specific individuals sought. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=9069

Police are asking witnesses to come forward after a bird was reportedly targeted with a catapult in Poole Park and two Bournemouth teenagers were arrested as enquiries continue. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=4567

Councillors are due to consider plans to market historic Hicks Farm in Throop for sale, with protections for its listed buildings and Green Belt setting remaining. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=4417

Dorset Police are investigating after a man in his 80s died in hospital following a collision involving a silver Honda Jazz in Belle Vue Road. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=7873

Police are investigating a report of an indecent act in Poole and have issued an image of a man they want to identify after an incident close to Fleetsbridge roundabout. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8514

BCP councillors will consider plans to repair Bournemouth Pier, reopen access at East Cliff and strengthen coastal protection using existing Government funding. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=1184

A Bournemouth dancer is offering extra lessons to raise money for Forest Holme Hospice this winter. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8455

Work is due to start on refurbishing Kings Park play area, bringing new equipment, accessible features and a design shaped by local consultation as part of BCP Council’s Plan for Play. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=4758

BCP Council says rising care demand and reduced government funding have created a forecast budget gap, with cabinet due to review the latest finance report in September. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=2116

Gervis Place roadworks in Bournemouth town centre are reported to be on schedule, with new bus shelters and kerbs installed as part of wider transport improvements. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=7137

Free water saving devices are available for Bournemouth Water customers across the region as the company urges households, businesses and visitors to reduce use during continued dry conditions. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=7957

Bournemouth businesses including Bomb Cosmetics, Coastal UK and Pineapple Island will represent the area as South West brands prepare to showcase retail collections at Autumn Fair in Birmingham. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8571

A Dorset Council funding round is open for arts and heritage organisations, with support aimed at cultural activity, community access and services for local residents across the Dorset Council area. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=3974

Swanage Folk Festival returns from 11 to 13 September, with dance sides, seafront events, family activities, a fringe programme and ticketed evening concerts across the town. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8297

AFC Bournemouth led at Manchester City through Marcus Tavernier, but late goals from Marc Guéhi and Joško Gvardiol ended their 18 match unbeaten run on Sunday after a disciplined away display. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8111

Bournemouth East constituents are being invited to share concerns and priorities with Tom Hayes MP before a Westminster Hall debate on Jewish safety in Parliament. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=4414

A conference marking 10 years since Adam Curtis's HyperNormalisation will bring talks, debate, performance and music to Freemasons' Hall in Bournemouth this September. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=3484

That’ll Be the Day will return to Bournemouth Pavilion in September 2026, with Trevor Payne reflecting on the venue’s long role in the show’s history. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=9090

The A31 has reopened after resurfacing, safety barrier work and boundary fencing repairs, with temporary speed limits and lane closures still in place following a fire near the New Forest. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=1036

A man's body has been found in the water near Lake Pier during searches for Daniel, 31, who was reported missing from Poole, with police saying the death is not suspicious. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=6066

The A31 in Hampshire is set to reopen on Saturday morning after repairs following a vehicle fire that spread to heathland and closed both carriageways near Ringwood. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=5834

A 12 week programme at Kingston Lacy will offer Nordic walking, outdoor running and walking sessions for people living with Parkinson’s in Dorset from Monday 7 September. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8822

A Forestry England assessment says more than 100 hectares of New Forest heathland were damaged, with recovery plans now being prepared after wildlife rescue work at the site. https://bournemouthone.com/news/story?s=8788