Plans to make Dorset net zero by 2045 to be discussed at meeting next week
ELECTRIC vehicles, solar power on buildings and land, as well as retrofitting buildings are at the heart of plans…
Weather warnings in place for heavy rain and strong winds in Wiltshire, Dorset and Somerset
A WEATHER warning has been put in place across the south of England as Storm Éowyn hits the UK. Somerset,…
Pizza and patisserie counters at Sainsbury’s to close as 3,000 jobs axed
THOUSANDS of jobs are to go at Sainsbury’s as the chain closes remaining cafés, as well as patisserie and…
The ‘one ring’ found in Dorset countryside set for auction: Here’s what it’s worth
WITH engraved figures and a skull etched into gold, it bears a striking resemblance to the ‘one ring’ from…
Suspected stolen dog statues recovered by police in Dorchester
TWO dog statues, believed to have been stolen from West Dorset, have been recovered by police. Officers recovered suspected stolen…
Bronze masterpiece – thought to be lost – found at Blandford school
A SCULPTURE by renowned artist Dame Barbara Hepworth was recently re-discovered in a Dorset school after it went missing…
Five new houses to be built on former chicken farm in Gillingham
FIVE new houses can be built on the outskirts of Gillingham after plans were approved by Dorset Council last…
Trent Young’s School celebrates ‘Good’ Ofsted rating
STAFF at Trent Young’s CE School near Sherborne have been celebrating their recent Ofsted rating. The school…
OPINION: Do our dogs actually love us? Really?
DOGS have long been described as ‘man’s best friend’ – and countless households across the globe count their canine…
Pedestrian told driver to slow down – and was allegedly racially abused
A DRIVER is alleged to have racially abused a pedestrian who told them to slow down on a Dorchester…
