Paul Jones

An artist’s impression of the new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit

Planners green light new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at Dorset County Hospital

PLANS for a new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in Dorchester have been given...

The 55-vehicle tractor run from Caundle Marsh was warmly welcomed in local villages and settlements

PICTURES: Tractor run raises funds for village church

DOZENS of tractors and their drivers received a warm welcome as the Caundle Marsh Tractor Run made its way around...

The Silhouette Soldier at Spetisbury

Silhouette Soldier tribute to village’s fallen

VILLAGERS in Spetisbury have erected a Silhouette Soldier to pay tribute to those from the village who died in both...

Pupils of Hanford School in costumes

All dressed up as Hanford School celebrates founder

THUNDER and lightning couldn’t dampen spirits at Hanford School in Child Okeford when the school came together to celebrate one...

The May The Toys Be With You exhibition is at the Museum of East Dorset

Feel the Force at Star Wars exhibition

FANS of the film Star Wars will be in for a treat when an exhibition that has broken attendance records...

Dorset Council’s digital champion service has been running ten years

Digital roadshow stopping at Sherborne, Bridport, Wool and Wimborne

NEED help navigating the digital world? Then Dorset Council’s volunteer digital champion service is holding a roadshow around the county...

Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author and SAS WW2 expert Damien Lewis

Sunday Times no 1 bestseller Damien Lewis to headline Dorchester Literary Festival

Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author and SAS WW2 expert Damien Lewis will be speaking at the Dorchester Literary Festival on...

Get all dressed up for Halloween Walk in Shaftesbury

CHILDREN – and adults – can get all dressed up in their best spooky outfits for Shaftesbury Rotary Club’s Lantern...

DORSET Council is appealing for warm clothing for children, to help families struggling with the cost of living through winter. It is seeking clean and undamaged children’s coats, hats and gloves for those aged from babies up to 16. The initiative aims to ensure that no child goes without essential winter clothing during challenging times. Cllr Byron Quayle, Dorset Council portfolio holder for Children, Education and Early Help, said: “In the face of rising living costs, we urge our Dorset residents to come together and make a difference. “By donating, you can provide vital warmth and support to local families this winter. “It is essential that all donated items must be clean and in good condition and for children aged 0-16 years old.” Residents can drop off their donations at the following locations in the north of the county: Blandford Children’s Centre, Black Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 8SW. Monday to Friday, 9.30am-4pm. A designated donation box is available in the reception area. Shaftesbury Children’s Centre, Wincombe Lane, Shaftesbury SP7 8PZ. Monday to Friday, 9.30am-4pm. A designated donation box is located at the entrance. Information on where families in need can try on and collect items will be released when enough donations have been received or the cold weather arrives.

Council appeals to help keep children in Dorset warm this winter

DORSET Council is appealing for warm clothing for children, to help families struggling with the cost of living through winter....

477 Barber Club won Best Barbers in Dorset in England’s Business Awards

Sherborne barbers ‘has winning team’

THE 477 Barber Club in Sherborne has proved it is a cut above by winning Best Barbers in Dorset in...