Paul Jones

Teen broke wrist avoiding car in Dorchester street: Claim

A TEENAGER broke his wrist after swerving to avoid a car in Dorchester. Police have now released an image of…

Eco-friendly scheme boosts wildlife at Dorchester roundabouts

DRAINAGE improvements at two Dorchester roundabouts have led to improved biodiversity and reduced costs for the sites. National Highways worked…

Village school enjoying superfast broadband connection

PUPILS at a village school are surfing the internet in style thanks to an upgrade of their internet connection. Stalbridge…

Stunning sights – and tasty treats – at Dorset Gliding Club event

STUNNING sights and tasty treats were enjoyed at Dorset Gliding Club’s (DGC) mid-summer fly-in and barbecue. The event, on June…

George Osborne set to wed in Bruton this weekend: Reports

FORMER Chancellor George Osborne is set to marry his one-time special advisor in Bruton this weekend. It has been reported…

Woman in her 80s in ‘serious’ condition after Shaftesbury crash

A WOMAN in her 80s is in a ‘serious condition’ after a crash in Shaftesbury. The incident happened at around…

UPDATE: Three taken to hospital after bus crashed into wall in Marnhull

THREE people were taken to hospital after a bus crashed into a wall in a Dorset village. The incident…

Police appeal after FOUR burglaries in 24 hours in North Dorset

CASH, jewellery and wallets were among items stolen in four burglaries at properties in North Dorset in 24 hours. Police…

‘Dangerous’ animal drugs stolen from vet’s car near Blandford

‘DANGEROUS’ animal drugs were stolen when a vet’s car was broken into near Blandford. Police have issued a warning to…

Hotel chain Premier Inn buys former M&S store in Dorchester

PREMIER Inn is to open a 100-bed hotel in Dorchester. The chain has announced the purchase of the former Marks…