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Chief Constable Amanda Pearson, who spent 33 years in policing and three years in the top job, is to retire this summer.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council have joined 13 other councils in urging the passing of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

Cranborne and Hamworthy are amongst eight stations across Dorset & Wiltshire which could be closed by the fire and rescue authority.

Vikki Slade has launched a petition for secure bike lockers at train stations to tackle bike thefts.

Dorset Council, which has registered as an age-friendly community, has found that older people have several worries.

The Original Music Awards were held at the Marsham Court Hotel Bournemouth on 17 January.

With unprecedented levels of water, residents and businesses are being urged to be prepared as more rain is on the way.

Residents in the county are continuing to seek advice, and 14,300 residents were helped last year with 79,000 issues.

Apart from shoplifting, rates of various crimes have fallen in the county, making it one of the top 10 safest counties in England.

Businesses have until 1 March to apply to join the national ‘Buy With Confidence’ scheme for half the normal price.