Fresh weather warning for thunderstorms as temperatures soar
A WEATHER warning has been issued for parts of Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset as forecasters warn of potential thunderstorms…
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Police warning over dogs left in hot cars
DOG owners are being urged never to leave pets in parked cars during hot weather, as temperatures inside a…
Fovant Drumhead service to honour WWI soldiers next month
A MOVING annual service commemorating the soldiers who trained in Fovant during the First World War will return next…
Choir, youth club and Citizens Advice among Shaftesbury grant winners
A STRING of Shaftesbury community groups have been handed a financial boost after town councillors approved a fresh round…
Two taken to hospital after A31 crash in North Dorset village
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a crash on the A31 that left one person with…
Drivers hit 48mph in 30 limit during police checks
NEARLY 50 motorists were caught speeding during a series of police enforcement operations across south Wiltshire last week. Officers from…
Top tips for staying cool as temperatures in the south west could hit 40C
WITH temperatures rising to around 40C across Dorset and across the south west this week, we are all battling…
Sherborne Pride returns with star acts and message of unity
THOUSANDS of people are expected to descend on Sherborne this weekend as the town hosts its biggest Pride celebration…
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…
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…