More than 100 arrests in drug crime crackdown in Dorset and across south west
A WEEK-LONG operation targeting drug crime in the south west resulted in more than 100 arrests, 65kg of cocaine…
Benefits of devolution for Wessex promoted during ministerial visit
PLANS for devolution in Wessex – including Somerset – were on the agenda during a visit from a government…
Police pursuit comes to dramatic end with crash in Dorset cul-de-sac
A DRAMATIC police pursuit came to an end when officers rammed a vehicle in a Dorset street. The incident unfolded…
Traffic warning ahead of rescheduled Blackmore Vale Half Marathon
PEOPLE are being urged to make suitable arrangements as the Blackmore Vale Half Marathon takes place next month. The event,…
Woman seriously injured after being hit by car in Sherborne
A WOMAN in her 70s has suffered ‘life-changing injuries’ after being hit by a car in Sherborne. The incident occurred…
The Blandford School reassures parents over potential SAST move
THE Blandford School has reassured parents there are more steps to be completed before it becomes part of a…
Horse cart stolen in raid at North Dorset ‘equine unit’
POLICE are appealing for information as they attempt to track down a stolen horse cart. The vehicle was taken from…
Dorset home birth team marks 10 years – and 1,000 babies!
A HOME-BIRTH team is celebrating 10 years in operation – helping deliver more than 1,000 little ones across the…
Staff walkout at Shaftesbury School amid row over Sturminster High ‘merger’ plans
STAFF at Shaftesbury School have walked out this morning (June 17) over controversial restructuring plans – which will include…
New £50,000 sensory garden opens at Dorset County Hospital
A NEW sensory garden has been opened at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) – thanks to a £50,000 cash boost. The…
