Rough sleepers in parts of Somerset offered accommodation as temperatures plummet
ROUGH sleepers in parts of Somerset are being offered emergency accommodation as temperatures plummet. Somerset Council’s Severe Weather Emergency Provision…
Dorset Wildlife Trust looking for volunteers at visitor centres
NATURE-minded people are being urged to volunteer for a Dorset charity. The Dorset Wildlife Trust is appealing for people aged…
10m-high floodlights plan for Marnhull Tennis Club
TENNIS players in Marnhull could soon be serving into the night if plans for floodlights are approved. Marnhull Tennis Club…
Xmas tree collections in the Blackmore Vale will boost hospice charity
HOUSEHOLDS can book in a collection for their real Christmas tree – and help a county charity. As decorations start…
Police appeal after gang of youths attacks and robs people in Street
YOUTHS are robbing people in Street – with gangs demanding victims hand over their bags and other belongings. And in…
Roadworks: Resurfacing works on Dorset roads in December
RESURFACING works are continuing on Dorset roads throughout December – with drivers being warned of closures. Dorset Council highways maintenance…
Police hunt thieves who stole 70 LIVE TURKEYS from a Dorset farm
DOZENS of live turkeys have been stolen from a Dorset farm. Police are investigating after the theft from a farm…
Blandford youngster raises funds to help children in Gaza
A BLANDFORD youngster decided to take action after being touched by heartbreaking images of the conflict in the Middle…
Eco efforts at Gillingham primary school earn international award
A GILLINGHAM school’s environmental efforts have been recognised with a special award. Youngsters at Wyke Primary School have earned the…
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…
