Fire crews tackle blaze at Gillingham takeaway
A GILLINGHAM takeaway has been damaged by fire. Firefighters were called to the incident, at a takeaway in Queen Street,…
‘Prolific’ Frome shoplifter Joe Steel banned from certain shops
A “PROLIFIC” Frome shoplifter has been handed an order banning him from certain shops. Magistrates in Taunton granted a Criminal…
Stolen lambs returned to owner in Easter miracle!
IT’S an Easter miracle! Two lambs stolen from a farm near Bridport have been found. Dorset Police’s Rural Crime…
Man due in court over crash near Sherborne that tragically took Charlotte Avis
A MAN is due to appear in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving after an incident near…
Race night will raise money for Wincanton-based cancer respite charity
A WINCANTON-based charity that offers respite breaks for those affected by cancer is holding a fundraising race night in…
Blandford Health and Beauty Centre shuts after 20 years
A BLANDFORD beauty salon has closed after 20 years of helping townsfolk look their best. The Blandford Health & Beauty…
New MD unveiled for Dorset adult social care firm
A DORSET care firm has appointed a new managing director. Adult social care provider Care Dorset, owned by Dorset Council,…
Three new deputy lieutenants appointed for Somerset
THREE new deputy lieutenants have been appointed for Somerset. The role supports the lord lieutenant, the King’s representative in the…
New dates for Gillingham & Shaftesbury Spring Show after April event called off
NEW dates have been confirmed for the 2024 Gillingham & Shaftesbury Spring Show. On Tuesday, organisers announced the planned…
Yeovil man criticises “receding hair” description on police Facebook appeal to find him
IF police post a wanted poster, you would imagine the person featured would want to keep a low profile. But…
