Nick Hedley played the pipe organ at St Michael's in Mere. Pictures: George Jeans

Pipe organ rings out in Mere during one-off return by organist Nick Hedley

THE sweet sound of a pipe organ returned to Mere on Sunday (November 26). St Michael’s Church was lifted by…

Jack Anthony Rowland, of Dorchester, has been jailed. Picture: Dorset Police

Dorchester man Jack Rowland, 24, jailed for rape and violence offences

A MAN has been jailed for rape and assault offences following two violent incidents in West Dorset – including…

The new Lake House has been built at Middle Coombe

Planning sought for Shaftesbury summerhouse that’s already been built

RETROSPECTIVE planning permission is being sought for a summerhouse near Shaftesbury. Atlas Planning Group, on behalf of Mr and Mrs…

The incident happened in the Pymore Road/Dodhams Lane area of Bridport. Picture: Google

Man flashed at teenage girl as she walked her dog in Bridport

A MAN flashed a teenage girl as she walked her dog in Bridport on Friday (November 24). Police are appealing…

Somerset Councillors Tessa Munt and Mike Rigby will stand down from their executive roles. Pictures: Somerset Council

Somerset Council reshuffle planned as two executive members stand down

A RESHUFFLE is on the cards after the resignation of two leading Somerset Councillors. Executive lead members Tessa Munt (children,…

The Willow Man, alongside the M5 near Bridgwater, has fallen into disrepair

Somerset’s iconic Willow Man sculpture could be revived after funding boost

AN iconic Somerset statue could be revived after a funding boost. The Willow Man, which stands alongside the M5 near…

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Head of sixth form, Sam Ling, braving the elements at Sturminster Newton

Sturminster Newton sixth formers brave the elements to help the homeless

STURMINSTER Newton youngsters slept rough to help homeless people in Dorset – raising more than £1,800. A group of 16…

Wincanton company receives award for supporting military personnel

WINCANTON-based Armishaws Removals‘ commitment to supporting military personnel has been recognised with…

The incident happened on the A303 near the Southfields Roundabout in Ilminster

Police appeal after man in his 70s killed in A303 crash

A MAN in his 70s died in a crash on the A303 near Ilminster – which caused traffic chaos…

Police make 14 arrests and seize 28 knives in clamp down on crime

DORSET Police have made 14 arrests for knife-related crime and removed 28 blades from circulation in a…

Former Dorset Police worker Lisa Arnold. Photo: Dorset Police

Former Dorset Police worker who stole from Force ordered to pay £32,000

FORMER Dorset Police worker Lisa Arnold has been ordered to pay over…

Apprentice of the Year Mateusz Sapko receives his award. Picture: Blackmore Ltd

Blackmore printer named apprentice of the year at prestigious awards

A YOUNG employee at Shaftesbury printing firm Blackmore Ltd has been named Apprentice of the Year. Mateusz Sapko, apprentice pre/press…

The Swans Trust AGM at Shaftesbury Arts Centre

Swans Trust charity recalls 2023 donations at Shaftesbury AGM

A SHAFTESBURY charity has helped a number of town causes in 2023, its AGM was told. The Swans Trust, which…

Marian Britton and Michelle Chandler have been at Wincanton Hospital for decades

Wincanton Hospital staff recognised for 80 years’ combined service

THE service and dedication of two staff members at Wincanton Hospital – who have racked up more than 80…

Carole Brown, chair of Home-Start Blackmore Vale

Second Home-Start charity steps up after West Dorset branch closed

MORE volunteers have stepped up to protect families in need after the closure of a Dorset charity. Last month,

The homes would be built alongside the Spring Meadows development in Fontmell Magna. Picture: Google

Plan for 23 new homes in Fontmell Magna – next to new development

PLANS for 23 new homes in Fontmell Magna have been submitted – next door to a scheme already being…

Katie (centre, with orange top) with Lorna to the right (in black) and Clare Hollingsworth to the left and members of the Kingfisher team

Dorchester couple’s tragic loss becomes story of inspiration and hope

A HEARTBREAKING story of loss has turned to one of inspiration and hope for one Dorchester family. Katie and Graham…

Man freed from vehicle after crash near South Cadbury

FIREFIGHTERS freed a man from a vehicle after a crash between South Cadbury and Sutton Montis. The incident happened at…

University choir will lead Dorchester carol service at St Peter’s Church

THE University Music Bournemouth Chamber Choir will lead a carol service in Dorchester. St Peter’s Church will host its Advent…

A previous display of the Shepton Mallet Christmas Lights | Photo: Shepton Mallet Town Council

Christmas lights and market in Shepton Mallet – details revealed

CHRISTMAS lights in Shepton Mallet will be accompanied by a festive night market when they’re switched on…

Glyn Robert Phelps, of Preston Road, Yeovil, was jailed at Bournemouth Crown Court

Somerset man jailed after abusing girls in the 1980s in Dorset

A SOMERSET man who sexually abused two girls in the Weymouth and Portland areas in the 1980s has been…