Three charged with murder of Kyeron Wheeler in Poole – including man from Blandford
THREE people – including a 20-year-old from Blandford – have been charged with the murder of teenager Kyeron Wheeler…
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Stolen car recovered as police tackle crime in Gillingham
FROM recovering stolen property to investigating vandalism and tackling anti-social behaviour, it has been another busy week for Gillingham’s…
Blandford man held on suspicion of murder as searches continue
A MAN from Blandford remains in custody on suspicion of murder as detectives continue to investigate the death of…
Competitions, food and drink and entertainment planned for Marnhull Village Show
THE 2026 Marnhull Village Show will take place on Saturday, July 11, with organisers promising a “fun day with…
Wincanton Wheeler Sally’s 1,600km effort raises £1,500 for air ambulance
WINCANTON Wheeler Sally Pitfield raised a whopping £1,500 for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance after completing an epic…
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…
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…