Landmark Newell House in Sherborne was badly damaged in “suspicious” fire
A DERELICT building severely damaged by fire in Sherborne this week was the controversial Newell House. The “much-loved” building,…
Warminster pair jailed over ‘racing’ crash that killed woman, 26
A FAMILY has paid tribute to “deeply loving partner, daughter, sister and friend” Ella Cook, of Warminster, who passed…
Biker in her 60s killed in crash near Marston Magna
A BIKER in her 60s passed away after a crash on a Somerset road on Sunday afternoon (April 26). The…
Suspected fuel thieves caught in early-morning stop
POLICE are appealing for information after discovering suspected stolen fuel during a…
Copper wiring stolen in burglary at commercial site
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a break-in at a commercial site in Gillingham left significant damage and stolen…
Roof collapses at derelict Sherborne building after fire – with road closed
THE roof collapsed at a derelict building in Sherborne after a fire on Sunday evening (April 26) – with…
Police reassure Mere community following traveller land purchase
POLICE have moved to reassure residents in Mere after concerns were raised about the lawful purchase of land at…
First-of-its-kind charter launched to address gambling harm
A NEW push to tackle the hidden impact of gambling harm is underway in Dorset, as police leaders warn…
Shortlists in – and voting underway – in Muddy Stilettos Somerset & Dorset business awards: Full List
SHORTLISTS are in and voting is underway in the finals of the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in their 13th…
Reckless arson explosion puts entire street at risk
A DEVASTATING explosion that rocked a quiet Mere street in the early hours has led to a prison sentence…
