Joshua Moore, of Weymouth, has been jailed for five years. Picture: Dorset Police

Man, 21, jailed over Sturminster Newton stabbing and assault

JOSHUA Moore – who kicked a woman in the face and stabbed a man with a four-inch lock knife…

Man exposes himself in supermarket car park

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman reported seeing a man exposing himself in a supermarket car park…

Fly-tippers ‘will be held accountable’, says Dorset police chief

FLY-TIPPERS are being warned they will be “pursued and held accountable” as Dorset steps up efforts to tackle the…

Inspectors rate Dorset adult care services ‘Good’

DORSET Council’s adult social care services have been rated “Good” by inspectors with praise for helping people live independently…

Further arrest made in investigation into deaths linked to healthcare setting

A MAN from west Wiltshire has been arrested as part of a major police investigation into the deaths of…

Dorset farming podcast breaks into UK Top 20

A PODCAST about cows, countryside and conservation might not sound like an obvious chart hit but one Dorset show…

Police release CCTV after bold £200 shop theft

POLICE have released CCTV images of a woman they want to trace following the theft of around £200 worth…

Police warning as children enter dangerous abandoned buildings

POLICE in Mere and Tisbury are urging people to be on alert after reports of children and teenagers entering…

New £150,000 fund opens to support young people into work

CHARITIES helping young people overcome barriers to employment are being invited to apply for a share of £150,000 as…

The cars were damaged in Queen Street, Gillingham. Pictures: New Blackmore Vale

Dramatic footage appears to show cars vandalised in Gillingham street: Watch

DRAMATIC footage appears to show a vandal targeting cars in a Gillingham street – after a number of vehicles…

Motorist jumps red light to avoid police – but had no MOT, tax or insurance

A DRIVER who appeared to take inspiration from emergency services ended up having their car seized after running a…

Man due in court over alleged vehicle thefts in Dorchester

A MAN is due to appear in court following an investigation into a series of alleged vehicle thefts in…

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From kitchens to community: Dorset cooking push grows

COMMUNITY groups across Dorset are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and launch their own cooking clubs. The recent…

Burglars steal keys and wallet from Bridport home

A HOMEOWNER in Bridport had their wallet and car keys stolen during an overnight burglary. Police say entry was gained…

Crowbar threat as masked intruders confronted in Dorset garden

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a homeowner was allegedly threatened by masked intruders armed with a crowbar during…

Flags fly high as Dorset celebrates county day

YELLOW and red flags have been raised by towns and councils to celebrate a county-wide tribute to local pride,…

Councillors to debate Dorset e-scooter plans

E-SCOOTERS could soon be zipping through parts of Dorset as councillors consider plans for a government-backed rental trial in…

Arrest made after man allegedly shouts and hits cars

A MAN aged in his 40s has been arrested in Shaftesbury after reportedly shouting and swearing at people and…

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World Cup heroes in Play Positive Festival

Fans, families and players enjoyed a day in the sun at the Dorset FA County Ground over the bank…

Dozens travel to France to visit Gillingham’s twin – Le Neubourg

DOZENS of Gillingham folk travelled to France this month to meet up with their twin community. On May 22, 27…

Cade Adams, of Bridport, has been jailed over the assaults. Picture: Dorset Police

Bridport man Cade Adams jailed after assaults in Weymouth – and in police custody

A MAN who assaulted police officers in Weymouth after being involved in a fight with three others has been…