Dorset Magazine

Town council intervenes after repeated toilet roll thefts

VISITORS to Shaftesbury’s Bell Street public toilets are being warned to come prepared after repeated thefts have left the…

Police join forces to tackle ‘devastating’ romance fraud

POLICE are calling on hair salons and barbers across the county to support efforts to combat romance fraud. Romance fraud…

Make a difference with community litter pick

RESIDENTS in Gillingham are being asked to roll up their sleeves and take part in a community litter pick…

Fire authority backs consultation on station closures

A PUBLIC consultation will be held on plans to close eight fire stations across Dorset and Wiltshire, after the…

Children enjoy books, food and days out thanks to holiday scheme

HUNDREDS of children and families enjoyed fun, enriching activities and healthy meals throughout the winter holidays thanks to a…

Couple plead guilty to money laundering and ‘plethora’ of Class A drugs

A COUPLE accused of flooding Dorset streets with large quantities of illegal drugs have pleaded guilty to a string…

Police chiefs “no choice” but to increase tax

HOUSEHOLDS will pay more for policing after chiefs approved a precept increase, a decision taken against the backdrop of…

Councils confirm plans for cross-county tip charges

PEOPLE who live outside Dorset will be charged to use the county’s household recycling centres under new plans announced…

New council strategy offers practical advice and support for families

DORSET Council has unveiled a new three-year Early Help Strategy setting out what it calls a “bold plan” to…

Council agrees new Lido fees

A NEW pricing structure for Shaftesbury Lido has been agreed to keep swimming affordable while supporting the long-term running…