Residents propose council tax rises of more than 7% in budget simulator
BALANCING a multi-million-pound council budget is rarely straightforward and hundreds of Dorset residents have had the chance to find…
Police step up patrols to engage community
POLICE in North Dorset say increased foot patrols and community contact points are paying dividends, with officers clocking up…
Appeal to find driver who witnessed common assault
A MOTORIST who beeped their horn during a common assault in West Parley last month is being asked to…
Road safety reminder following surge in fatal crashes
POLICE are urging motorists to make safer decisions on the roads as officers respond to several fatal and serious…
Schoolchildren shine at dementia charity’s Christmas singsong
DESPITE stormy weather outside, hearts were warm and spirits high in Gillingham where the community gathered for a special…
Break-in, stolen car and police chase end in jail term
A MAN who broke into a shop in Shaftesbury and later drove off in a stolen car has been…
Community kindness brings festive cheer to Blandford firefighters
FIREFIGHTERS at Blandford Fire Station have thanked the community after a wave of festive goodwill saw residents…
Fire service urges caution as flood alerts issued
FLOOD warnings have been issued for parts of Wiltshire and Dorset, with emergency services urging residents and travellers…
£16 billion opportunity at stake as Wessex pushes for devolution
COUNCIL leaders across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are turning up the pressure on ministers as…
Dorset still one of safest counties, says police chief in annual report
DORSET’S chief constable has praised the dedication of officers, staff and volunteers after a year of intense demand and…
