105-year-old Castle Cary war hero awarded France’s highest honour
A “REMARKABLE” 105-year-old veteran from Castle Cary has been awarded France’s highest military and civil distinction. Sydney “John” Maskell was…
Year-long fundraising efforts help combat poverty in Dorchester
MARTINSTOWN Circle Suppers recently handed over a cheque for £7,350 to fight poverty in Dorchester. The group, which has just…
Primary school near Sherborne rated ‘good’ by Ofsted inspectors
THORNFORD Primary School has been rated as good following a recent Ofsted inspection. The school near Sherborne was praised for…
‘Heart of Wessex’ mayoral elections planned for May 2026 as part of devolution proposals
ELECTIONS to choose a ‘Heart of Wessex’ mayor are likely to take place in May 2026. Leaders of unitary authorities…
Lurcher puppy stolen from Shroton found alone near vets in Alderholt
ONE more lurcher puppy – part of a litter stolen from a Shroton property – has been recovered…
Dream comes true as Dorchester student gets his pilot’s wings – and wins award
A DORCHESTER student has achieved his dream after he performed a solo flight for the first time. James Hall, a…
Calls to speed up clean-up operation in Dorchester following fire
DORCHESTER’S mayor is urging authorities to act “as quickly as possible” to clean up a street and carry out…
Sherborne student secures prestigious offer to study at Eden Project
A SIXTH form student has secured an exceptional offer to study at the internationally renowned Eden Project in Cornwall. Penny…
Dorset businesses urged to take note of these changes to waste collections
NEW rules surrounding waste collections are set to come into place later this year in Dorset. Businesses and organisations will…
Almost 5% increase to council tax proposed in Dorset
DORSET households could see their council tax rise by just under 5% from April. Councillors will today (January 9) debate…
