From rock bottom to Kilimanjaro: Man to scale Africa’s highest peak for rehab centre
A MAN who once hoped he would not live to see his next birthday is now preparing to climb…
Family of 18-year-old passenger tragically killed in crash pay tribute
THE family of an 18-year-old man who tragically died in a crash near Wareham have issued a heartfelt tribute…
Villagers to vote in neighbourhood plan referendum
RESIDENTS in Marnhull will head to the polls later this month to decide the future shape of development in…
Nearly 99% of pupils allocated first choice of secondary school
PARENTS and carers can find out today whether their children have secured a place at their preferred secondary school. Allocation…
Police seize car after driver found with no licence
A VEHICLE has been seized in Gillingham after officers found the driver was behind the wheel without a licence. North…
Jewellery and safe taken in Thornford burglary
POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary at a home in a rural lane in Thornford. Officers from the…
County bucks regional trends on rough sleeping
ROUGH sleeping in Dorset has fallen to its lowest level since 2022, defying rising numbers across the South West…
Council ‘cautiously positive’ as government unveils major SEND reforms
DORSET Council is examining sweeping new government plans aimed at overhauling England’s education system including major reforms to support…
Repairs underway at town gardens following vandalism
WATER features at Pageant Gardens in Sherborne have been taken away after being damaged by vandals. Town council officials confirmed…
Last chance to see Rembrandt’s self-portrait at exhibit
VISITORS have just under a month left to see Rembrandt’s ‘Self portrait wearing a Feathered Bonnet’ at Kingston Lacy…
