PICTURES: Cows saved from underground slurry pit in dramatic rescue
SIX cows had to be rescued from an underground Dorset slurry pit. Firefighters rescued the animals after they got stuck…
Probe after carpets, insulation and more dumped in Dorset village
A FLY-TIPPING incident that saw carpet offcuts, insulation and more dumped in countryside near Dorchester is being investigated. The incident…
Council tax share for Shaftesbury Town Council to increase by 3.9%
THE share of people’s council tax going to Shaftesbury Town Council is set to rise by almost 4% in…
1966 Morris Minor rescued from stables to be sold at auction
A CLASSIC 1960s Morris Minor is set to go under the hammer in March – after spending decades in…
Plans submitted for makeover at landmark Frome hotel
A LANDMARK Frome hotel could get an internal and external makeover if plans are approved. Heritage Potential and Simple Simon…
Vale Pantry gets boost after Wincanton Racecourse meeting called off
A VALE charity got a welcome boost after some bad news at Wincanton Racecourse. Racing due to…
Theatre building could be demolished for access to 24 new homes
A THEATRE company’s building is set to be demolished if plans for a new access to housing are approved. A…
Rare 15th-century statue to go on show in Shaftesbury thanks to £22k grant
A RARE 15th-century statue will be put on show in Shaftesbury later this year. Arts Council England has awarded Shaftesbury…
Charity hopes to roll out education programme across Dorset
A PROGRAMME that helps young people with additional educational needs is looking to expand across Dorset. Charity Autism Unlimited is…
Man in court on nine shoplifting charges in Yeovil – including candles
A MAN is due in court accused of stealing alcohol, candles and beauty products from Yeovil shops. Liam Allen, of…
