Christchurch2 days agoCouncil given £4.7m to tackle rough sleepingThe money is part of a national plan to offer every rough sleeper in England a route off the streets.2 days ago3 days agoClub cancels water activities due to E. coli spikeSamples taken by volunteers find "alarmingly" high levels of E. coli at Christchurch Harbour.3 days ago3 days ago'Serious situation' as E. coli spikes in riverAn environmental group reports E. coli readings have "spiked alarmingly" in Dorset.3 days ago13 Aug 2026Main road closure extended on day five of wildfireNational Highways says repairs cannot begin until the area has been declared safe to access.13 Aug 20268 Aug 2026Tropical spider found in UK shipping containerThe female huntsman spider is found amongst engineer parts.8 Aug 202628 Jul 2026Coastal towns council launches discount cardPerks including cheaper parking and discounted food and drinks are now available through BCP Life.28 Jul 202626 Jul 2026Residents urged to join nationwide butterfly countBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are home to many important butterfly sites, says authority.26 Jul 202625 Jul 2026Father and son secure future of passenger ferryAndrew and Max Golding took the helm of the boat and said it was part of the town's identity.25 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Film and TV shoots attract £250,000 to townsHollywood star Ben Stiller was filming at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch for Netflix.24 Jul 2026...