Blandford WI joins in the fun with singing group during cream tea event
WI MEMBERS in Blandford were in full voice during a performance at a special event. The Blandford Rugby Club Dinosaurs…
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Shirley back behind the bar in Sherborne after 26-year break!
A 78-YEAR-OLD ‘grandlord’ pulled her first pint for 26 years during a return visit to her former pub. Shirley Mayo…
Poundbury man arrested in connection with rape in Weymouth town centre
A MAN has been arrested in connection with an alleged rape in Weymouth town centre. Detectives investigating the incident, at…
Huntsman hit with £1,500 fine after hare chase
A HUNTSMAN has been fined more than £1,500 after a pack of Basset Hounds was seen chasing a hare…
Urgent appeal to find missing man last seen near Dorchester
POLICE are appealing for the public’s help to find a missing man who was last seen near Dorchester. Robert, 48,…
Former pilot Tony looks over his old plane to mark his 90th birthday
A FORMER Royal Air Force pilot from Gillingham celebrated his 90th birthday – with an emotional reunion with the…
Armed Forces Day flag to be raised at County Hall ceremony
DORSET Council will mark Armed Forces Day with a special ceremony at County Hall in Dorchester…
Officers hit the high street to tackle theft and support businesses
POLICE officers have been visiting shops across south-west Wiltshire as part of a national campaign to tackle retail crime…
Communities celebrate as eight threatened fire stations may stay open
COMMUNITIES across Wiltshire and Dorset are celebrating as dramatic new developments mean controversial plans to close eight fire stations…
Three arrested after police pursuit through Dorset villages
THREE men have been arrested after a suspected dangerous driving incident that saw a car travel through a number…
Residents warned over dangerous new scam targeting homeowners
RESIDENTS across Dorset and Wiltshire are being warned to watch out for scam emails falsely claiming households could face…
Forget the World Cup – this Wiltshire village has it’s own sporting international!
WHILE the world’s best footballers are gathered in the US for the World Cup, Mere is celebrating international sporting…
Sherborne youngsters flying high after nursery and butterfly farm visit
DOZENS of children were treated to a “magical experience” with a trip to a butterfly farm. Around 60 young people…
Bag a Book – for free – at Shillingstone Station event
PEOPLE in search of a summer read are being urged to pick up a free book at a weekend…
Major turnaround as Dorset Council comes in under budget
DORSET Council has recorded its first-ever budget underspend since becoming a unitary authority in 2019, in what leaders are…
From barren field to wildlife haven on Blandford’s edge
A ONCE-BARREN patch of land on the edge of Blandford has been transformed into a thriving wildlife haven helping…
Ex-police officer abused position to pursue victim, court told
A FORMER Dorset Police officer has been given a suspended prison sentence after admitting misconduct in public office for…
Long-serving firefighter Michaelle steps down after more than 25 years
A LONG-SERVING Dorchester firefighter has retired after 26 years at the Dorset station. Temporary watch manager Michelle Rodway had been…
More cars keyed in Gillingham street as police investigate
CARS in a Gillingham street have been damaged by someone using a key, according to police. Officers are investigating an…
Windows smashed and equipment stolen in fire station break-in
WINDOWS and equipment were damaged at a Dorset fire station during an incident over the weekend. Dorset Police said officers…
Cigarettes and alcohol stolen in late-night raid at village stores
THIEVES stole alcohol and cigarettes from a Poundbury shop after a late-night raid. The incident unfolded at the Spar shop…