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…
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…
Blandford man held on suspicion of murder as searches continue
A MAN from Blandford remains in custody on suspicion of murder as detectives continue to investigate the death of…
Competitions, food and drink and entertainment planned for Marnhull Village Show
THE 2026 Marnhull Village Show will take place on Saturday, July 11, with organisers promising a “fun day with…
Blandford WI joins in the fun with singing group during cream tea event
WI MEMBERS in Blandford were in full voice during a performance at a special event. The Blandford Rugby Club Dinosaurs…
