A person died in Wincanton flat fire, police confirm
A PERSON died in a flat fire in Wincanton in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The incident, at…
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‘Distinctive’ scooter stolen from residential area
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a moped was stolen in the early hours of the morning in Sturminster…
Residents warn town ‘can’t cope’ with latest housing plans
FRESH plans to build up to 46 homes in Gillingham have sparked a wave of objections from residents concerned…
Investigation after flat “100% damaged” by fire in Wincanton: Pictures
A FLAT fire in Wincanton prompted an emergency callout in the early hours of this morning (March 3) -…
Plot behind Somerset pub – with permission for three homes – up for sale
LAND behind a Somerset town pub is for sale – with planning permission for three houses. A courtyard to the…
Six years at the top: Care South again ranked in UK’s best care groups
CARE South has been named one of the UK’s Top 20 Care Home Groups for the sixth consecutive year,…
From rock bottom to Kilimanjaro: Man to scale Africa’s highest peak for rehab centre
A MAN who once hoped he would not live to see his next birthday is now preparing to climb…
Family of 18-year-old passenger tragically killed in crash pay tribute
THE family of an 18-year-old man who tragically died in a crash near Wareham have issued a heartfelt tribute…
Villagers to vote in neighbourhood plan referendum
RESIDENTS in Marnhull will head to the polls later this month to decide the future shape of development in…
Nearly 99% of pupils allocated first choice of secondary school
PARENTS and carers can find out today whether their children have secured a place at their preferred secondary school. Allocation…
Police seize car after driver found with no licence
A VEHICLE has been seized in Gillingham after officers found the driver was behind the wheel without a licence. North…
Jewellery and safe taken in Thornford burglary
POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary at a home in a rural lane in Thornford. Officers from the…
County bucks regional trends on rough sleeping
ROUGH sleeping in Dorset has fallen to its lowest level since 2022, defying rising numbers across the South West…
Council ‘cautiously positive’ as government unveils major SEND reforms
DORSET Council is examining sweeping new government plans aimed at overhauling England’s education system including major reforms to support…
Repairs underway at town gardens following vandalism
WATER features at Pageant Gardens in Sherborne have been taken away after being damaged by vandals. Town council officials confirmed…
Last chance to see Rembrandt’s self-portrait at exhibit
VISITORS have just under a month left to see Rembrandt’s ‘Self portrait wearing a Feathered Bonnet’ at Kingston Lacy…
Former ketamine user urges others to seek help
A 25-YEAR-OLD Dorset man is speaking out about his recovery from ketamine addiction in a bid to help others…
Farmer convicted over slurry storage breach
A FARMER has been hauled before the courts after failing to upgrade slurry storage facilities, leaving him in breach…
Council marks Ukrainian conflict and calls for more host families
THE Ukrainian flag was flown above County Hall this week as Dorset marked four years since the start of…
Former Wincanton mayor Frank Foster has passed away, aged 85
FRANK Foster – a former mayor of Wincanton – has passed away aged 85. Mr Foster became a well-known member…
Vehicles stopped in joint operation targeting rural offenders
POLICE forces from across the South West descended on Dorset as part of a co-ordinated crackdown on rural and…