Landmark Newell House in Sherborne was badly damaged in “suspicious” fire
A DERELICT building severely damaged by fire in Sherborne this week was the controversial Newell House. The “much-loved” building,…
Suspected fuel thieves caught in early-morning stop
POLICE are appealing for information after discovering suspected stolen fuel during a…
Copper wiring stolen in burglary at commercial site
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a break-in at a commercial site in Gillingham left significant damage and stolen…
Roof collapses at derelict Sherborne building after fire – with road closed
THE roof collapsed at a derelict building in Sherborne after a fire on Sunday evening (April 26) – with…
First-of-its-kind charter launched to address gambling harm
A NEW push to tackle the hidden impact of gambling harm is underway in Dorset, as police leaders warn…
Shortlists in – and voting underway – in Muddy Stilettos Somerset & Dorset business awards: Full List
SHORTLISTS are in and voting is underway in the finals of the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in their 13th…
Campaign to save Mere Fire Station ramps up
A GROWING campaign to save Mere Fire Station is gathering pace as firefighters, MPs and campaigners all step up…
Family home drug ring busted as dealers jailed
A MAJOR drugs operation run from a Dorset home has been dismantled after police uncovered a huge stash of…
16-year-old arrested as police probe Blandford robbery
POLICE investigating a reported robbery in Blandford Forum have made further arrests following an incident that also saw police…
£210,000 already spent as new ASB funding round opens
COMMUNITIES across Dorset are being urged to step forward and help tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) as a key funding…
