Two men – aged 22 and 34 – to appear in court over fox hunting claims
TWO men are due in court next week charged with hunting with a dog in North Dorset. The Dorset Police…
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Sherborne Abbey school praised by Ofsted inspectors
SHERBORNE Abbey CofE Primary School has been praised by inspectors. A report issued after a recent Ofsted inspection recognised the…
Village repair café helping people save money – and cut items going to landfill
FROM food mixers to fridges, computers to coffee makers, a Dorset repair café is helping people save money and…
King Charles and Queen Camilla in Blandford: Thousands turn out for Royal visit
KING CHARLES and Queen Camilla were greeted by thousands of well wishers during a visit to Dorset today (July…
Vale school leader scaling heights to raise money for outdoor learning
A LEADER at a Vale primary school is aiming high to raise money for outdoor learning and swimming. Andrew Wright,…
Dorset youngsters praised for internet safety film at national awards
A DORSET school has been recognised at a prestigious national filmmaking competition. Milton Abbey, in Blandford Forum, secured third place…
Police launch dog hunt after reported theft of puppy, Bonita
A FOUR-MONTH-OLD puppy is believed to have been stolen from a Dorset property. Officers are investigating after terrier puppy Bonita…
Sherborne representative stepping down from cabinet role at Dorset Council
A SENIOR Dorset councillor is stepping down from his cabinet role for personal reasons. Cllr Jon Andrews, Dorset Council’s cabinet…
Tributes to teen Blayze Martin who sadly died after crash in Bridport
TRIBUTES have been paid to 17-year-old Blayze Martin – who passed away after a crash in Bridport in the…
Combine harvester destroyed – and field damaged – by fire near the A303
A COMBINE harvester was “destroyed” by fire in a Somerset field, which was also badly burned. Firefighters from Yeovil, Wincanton,…
Two dozen ‘lower cost homes’ set to be advertised in Marnhull
TWO dozen lower cost homes have been unveiled in a Vale village. The Durbeyfield Park development, by the Aster Group,…
Cruz Buckley, of Bridport, jailed for abusing girl, 14, online
POLICE have praised the bravery of a 14-year-old girl who was groomed and abused by 21-year-old Cruz Buckley. Buckley, of…
Forde Abbey charter dating back 700 years will stay in Dorset thanks to donations
A 700-YEAR-OLD royal charter confirming the status of Forde Abbey will stay in the south west. The Dorset History Centre…
Motorboats will have to keep their distance near Swanage and Studland shoreline
MOTORBOATS and jet skis will not be able to operate closer to the shore in Swanage and Studland following…
Dorchester teen, 17, passes away after crash in Bridport
A TEENAGER who suffered serious injuries in a crash in Bridport has sadly died, police confirmed. The incident, at…
King and Queen to visit Blandford this week: All you need to know…
THE King and Queen will be in Dorset this week for a special visit. King Charles and Queen Camilla will…
Dorset spot among top 20 UK views, according to new survey
A DORSET vista has been named among the UK’s most iconic views. Mobile phone giant Samsung has revealed the country’s…
Your chance to own one-off World Cup memorabilia – and support Dorset charity
AS World Cup mania grips the country and the globe – footy fans in Dorset and beyond are being…
Dorchester skittles night aids forces charity
VETERAN and service groups came together for a night of friendly rivalry and fundraising when Dorchester Royal Naval Association…
Blandford man Brett Davidson charged over crash near East Knoyle
BLANDFORD man Brett Davidson has been charged in connection with a crash which left a driver with “serious injuries”. Davidson,…
Young people’s ideas sought for phone box redesign: Prizes up for grabs!
YOUNG people are being urged to submit design ideas for a Dorchester phone box. The traditional red box, next to…