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• Live: Dorset Way is congested in Poole

  Dorset Way in Poole is congested both ways due to an incident on the fire station roundabout, with long queues on Holes Bay Road and Broadstone Way as a result . Google Maps says Dorset Way is now closed westbound from the top of Holes Bay Road towards Upton Park Roundabout. This incident was first reported on Bournemouth One on Friday (28/11/2025 5:34pm). You can hear more traffic and travel news this afternoon on the radio via DAB or just say “Play Bournemouth One” to your smart device to listen now. And if you can update us with any traffic information, please call or WhatsApp us on 01202374000. Don’t forget we send all traffic alerts to our social channels including on X and Facebook, where you can follow us and keep up-to-date each day.        

• Poole Museum displays Mortar Wreck finds

  Poole Museum is now showing artefacts from the Mortar Wreck found off Studland in Poole Bay. The thirteenth century vessel was raised with help from Bournemouth University maritime archaeologists. Visitors can see Purbeck stone mortars and gravestone slabs recovered from the wreck. A Time Team episode will follow the discovery and its journey into the museum.

• Purbeck students call for better transport

  Students at Purbeck School have raised concerns about limited access to school transport beyond the age of sixteen. They told their MP that the current system makes it harder for young people to stay in education until eighteen. Vikki Slade has taken their views to Parliament and is continuing to challenge ministers on the issue. She is also holding a youth event for local people who want to share their experiences.

• Poole depot named best in the UK

  Morebus in Poole has been named the best bus depot in the UK, following national recognition for its safety and reliability. The judging panel praised its engineering standards, including a full MOT pass rate and clean vehicles. Morebus leaders said the award reflects the hard work of the whole team. Parent company Go South Coast was also recognised for its efforts to recruit more women into driving and engineering roles.

• Young carers ball raises vital support

  My Time Young Carers has raised more than forty seven thousand pounds at its annual Roaring Twenties themed ball in Bournemouth. The event at the Hilton brought together supporters, local businesses and community leaders. Guests heard how the charity’s programmes are helping young carers, including a personal account from Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes. The money will help My Time continue key projects, including its Operation Christmas gift bag appeal for young carers across Dorset and the Isle of Wight.