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New date announced for postponed Blackmore Vale Half Marathon

A NEW date has been announced for the Blackmore Vale Half Marathon – which was postponed last month due…

‘Long overdue’: Dorset backs tougher dog attack laws

STRONGER laws to protect livestock from dog attacks have been welcomed by Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner, as new…

The crash, in Dorchester, happened on Monday morning. Picture: Google

Teen suffers “serious injuries” in Dorchester crash

A TEENAGER was taken to hospital after suffering “serious injuries” in a crash in Dorchester. The incident, at the junction…

Dorset’s green revolution: Trees planted, wildlife restored

THOUSANDS of trees planted, wildflower meadows created and wildlife returning – that is the picture painted in a new…

Terrifying car attack: Police release image of man who leapt on vehicle

POLICE have released an image of a man they want to trace after a shocking attack on a car…

New digital system helps police and businesses crack down on shoplifting

A NEW digital reporting system is helping police across Dorset catch shoplifters faster – with officers now solving cases…

DCF members during a visit to Transition Town Dorchester

Dorset foundation wants new trustees to support county causes

THE Dorset Community Foundation is looking younger and more diverse members who want to give back to the county…

Damage could be seen at Razor King Barbershop in Castle Street, Wincanton, on Monday morning. Picture: New Blackmore Vale

Shop damaged after ‘attempt to start a fire’ in Wincanton town centre

A WINDOW was smashed and “someone had attempted to start a fire” at a barbers shop in Wincanton, it…

Trees were planted at St Gregory’s Primary School in Marnhull

School pupils help plant trees donated by developer in Marnhull

YOUNG people in Marnhull got hands-on to help grow a greener future for the village. Pupils from St Gregory’s Primary…

Radio 1 DJ Greg James passing through Wincanton. Picture: Paul Jones/Somerset Leveller

Hundreds turn out to wish Greg James well as he treks through Dorset and Somerset

HUNDREDS of people lined the streets of Wincanton to greet Radio 1 DJ Greg James as he continues his…