Millions of pounds to be ploughed into family hubs
FAMILIES across Dorset will benefit from better support services over the next three years thanks to a £2.3 million…
The New Blackmore Vale Magazine
Man sentenced following hunt incident three years ago
OFFICERS have successfully secured a criminal behaviour order (CBO) following a report of assault and theft at a hunting…
Riveting review of Bournemouth Pavilion’s panto Cinderella
THIS year’s pantomime production of Cinderella at the Bournemouth Pavilion delivered exactly what you’d had hoped for from a…
More than 1,000 visits made to community fridge
SHERBORNE’S Community Fridge has had more than 1,000 visits and has saved over one tonne of food from being…
Town councillors to discuss introduction of car parking charges
SHAFTESBURY Town Council will debate the future of free parking at Barton Hill with the possibility of introducing charges…
Steam engine makes Christmas debut after ten-year volunteer project
A HISTORIC steam locomotive has been unveiled after undergoing a decade-long restoration led by volunteers. The 1954 loco, a class…
Music, dance, stories and comedy arrive in Dorset theatres from next month
ARTSREACH Dorset has unveiled its spring programme featuring more than 60 events. National and international musicians from a wide range…
Two men die in Knowlton collision
TWO drivers were killed in a crash involving two cars on Saturday (December 13) in Knowlton. Police received a report…
Residents can have their say on key planning document
RESIDENTS can now comment on the revised Shaftesbury Neighbourhood Plan. Shaftesbury Town Council has today (December 12) submitted the document…
Tributes paid to “much-loved” mother who died in collision near Badbury Rings
THE FAMILY of a mother who died in a road traffic collision in East Dorset have paid tribute. Dorset Police…
Drug-driver Jack Brownless hit a wall and swerved across road before arrest
DRUG-DRIVER Jack Brownless struggled to understand basic questions from police after being stopped on the A39 near Wells, Somerset. The…
Putting his best Foott forward: new officer makes a lively start
STURMINSTER Newton has welcomed a new face to its neighbourhood policing team with PC Chris Foott officially starting his…
Shaftesbury shops shine for Christmas
SHAFTESBURY comes alive this evening for Late Night Christmas Shopping, organised by the chamber of commerce. Residents and visitors are…
M&S looking to expand in Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset: Here’s where
MARKS and Spencer is looking to open a host of new Dorset stores in the coming years. The firm, known…
Dog feared stolen back home with owners
A MUCH-LOVED family dog that went missing from a kennel outside a Hillfield home has been found. Police have confirmed…
Sturminster Newton retailer reports third attack on festive display
A BUSINESS in Sturminster Newton says its Christmas spirit “will not be defeated” after vandals targeted its festive display…
£12 million boost for Dorset buses still falls short of full service goals
DORSET Council has secured £12 million in multi-year government funding to improve bus services but says the cash is…
Help shape future of support for sexual assault victims in Dorset
VICTIMS of rape and serious sexual assault are being asked to speak out and help shape how services are…
Community input sought as Shaftesbury council prepares 2026–27 budget
SHAFTESBURY Town Council is inviting residents to play a direct role in shaping next year’s precept at an upcoming…
Councils unite to call for stronger police presence in North Dorset
TOWN councils in North Dorset are raising concerns over what they describe as inadequate police coverage in their communities. Shaftesbury…
Reptile activities on offer for Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire children this Christmas
CHILDREN can get up close and personal with reptiles during special educational sessions running over the festive break. The Reptile…