Dorset Magazine

£30k on offer as Dorset searches for next Town of Culture

Gillingham police raid uncovers drugs, weapon and ammunition

A MAJOR police operation in Gillingham has led to the seizure of drugs, drug paraphernalia, an offensive weapon and…

Fresh weather warning for thunderstorms as temperatures soar

A WEATHER warning has been issued for parts of Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset as forecasters warn of potential thunderstorms…

Police warning over dogs left in hot cars

DOG owners are being urged never to leave pets in parked cars during hot weather, as temperatures inside a…

Choir, youth club and Citizens Advice among Shaftesbury grant winners

A STRING of Shaftesbury community groups have been handed a financial boost after town councillors approved a fresh round…

Two taken to hospital after A31 crash in North Dorset village

POLICE are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a crash on the A31 that left one person with…

Drinking water regularly, creating a cool through draft at night, and not cooking hot meals are among the tips for staying cool

Top tips for staying cool as temperatures in the south west could hit 40C

WITH temperatures rising to around 40C across Dorset and across the south west this week, we are all battling…

Sherborne Pride returns with star acts and message of unity

THOUSANDS of people are expected to descend on Sherborne this weekend as the town hosts its biggest Pride celebration…

Three charged with murder of Kyeron Wheeler in Poole – including man from Blandford

THREE people – including a 20-year-old from Blandford – have been charged with the murder of teenager Kyeron Wheeler…

Stolen car recovered as police tackle crime in Gillingham

FROM recovering stolen property to investigating vandalism and tackling anti-social behaviour, it has been another busy week for Gillingham’s…