Sherborne Connect marking 30 years of supporting community
A SHERBORNE scheme is marking 30 years of helping people connect in the community. Initially set up to offer a…
Gillingham woman suffers ‘serious injuries’ in A30 crash near farm shop
A WOMAN suffered ‘serious injuries’ after a car crashed into a wall near a Dorset farm shop. The incident happened…
Homes plan for former military hospital building in Dorchester
A FORMER military hospital in Dorchester could be developed to create three homes, if plans are approved. Plans submitted to…
Harts of Stur picks up four top awards at Housewares Awards
A DORSET store picked up four gongs in a national retail awards. Harts of Stur added the quartet of trophies…
‘Out of keeping’ Sherborne buildings could be demolished for houses
‘OUT of keeping’ timber buildings on a main route in the centre of Sherborne could be demolished – and…
Bosses ‘proud’ of Dorset County Hospital scores in patient survey
STAFF at Dorset County Hospital ‘should be very proud’ after the results of a patient survey were released, health…
Plans for huge 330-acre quarry between Dorchester and Bovington submitted
PLANS for a 330-acre quarry between Dorchester and Bovington have been submitted. The scheme, on land at Hurst Farm and…
New rules make ‘pop-up’ campsites easier for landowners
LAND can be used as a campsite for up to 60 days in any calendar year without planning permission,…
South West named top staycation spot – and what’s your favourite A-road?
THE South West is the top destination for people planning to holiday in the UK this year, according to…
PICTURES: Fans flock to 15th Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle
CAMP Bestival Dorset is underway. The 15th edition of the festival, founded by DJ Rob da Bank, opened its gates…