Some positive news – but cuts coming – as Somerset Council faces financial emergency
GRASS and hedge cutting, drain clearing, adult and children’s services, CCTV coverage and the number of recycling centres in…
Dorset farmer Jim Lad’s viral cooking videos prompt new cookbook
A DORSET farmer who joined social media during lockdown to showcase his dancing skills has now become an internet…
Shepton Mallet prison to close with the loss of 18 jobs
SHEPTON Mallet Prison is to close in January, with the loss of 18 jobs, it has been announced. The attraction,…
Land Rovers and mini golf now on offer at Moors Valley Country Park
VISITORS braved the rain to have a splashing time at a new Dorset attraction. Children, park rangers, council staff and…
Dorset spot tops Lonely Planet list of best beaches in the world for winter
A SPOT on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast has topped a list of the world’s best beaches to visit in winter. Travel…
Teen robbed near Morrisons garage in Bridport
A TEENAGER was attacked and his wallet and phone stolen in an incident near a garage in Bridport. Police are…
Driving ban for 57-year-old after East Knoyle crash left woman with life-changing injuries
A MAN convicted of dangerous driving after a crash which left a woman with life-changing injuries has been banned…
Dorset walker Claire Allen completes 2,000km in 105 days for homeless charities
AN intrepid walker from Okeford Fitzpaine has put her best foot forward to do her bit to tackle homelessness. In…
Water firm wants to build new base at Henstridge Airfield
A WATER firm wants to build new premises at Henstridge Airfield. Agent AR Dalziel has applied to Somerset Council for…
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…
