Shaftesbury shops shine for Christmas
SHAFTESBURY comes alive this evening for Late Night Christmas Shopping, organised by the chamber of commerce. Residents and visitors are…
Dog feared stolen back home with owners
A MUCH-LOVED family dog that went missing from a kennel outside a Hillfield home has been found. Police have confirmed…
Sturminster Newton retailer reports third attack on festive display
A BUSINESS in Sturminster Newton says its Christmas spirit “will not be defeated” after vandals targeted its festive display…
£12 million boost for Dorset buses still falls short of full service goals
DORSET Council has secured £12 million in multi-year government funding to improve bus services but says the cash is…
Help shape future of support for sexual assault victims in Dorset
VICTIMS of rape and serious sexual assault are being asked to speak out and help shape how services are…
Community input sought as Shaftesbury council prepares 2026–27 budget
SHAFTESBURY Town Council is inviting residents to play a direct role in shaping next year’s precept at an upcoming…
Councils unite to call for stronger police presence in North Dorset
TOWN councils in North Dorset are raising concerns over what they describe as inadequate police coverage in their communities. Shaftesbury…
