Dorset

The horse fell through the bridge in West Dorset. Pictures: DWFRS

Four-hour rescue sees bridge dismantled to free horse that fell through it

A HORSE was rescued by firefighters after it fell through a bridge in West Dorset. A crew from Bridport and…

Cameron will be travelling to Oslo in November to compete Picture: Bryanston School

Bryanston pupil called up to GB martial arts squad just four years after picking up the sport

A BRYANSTON School pupil – who only began practicing karate four years ago – was selected…

The new hub will will offer a warm, non judgemental space for families Picture: Dorset Council

How a derelict warehouse was turned into a welcoming family hub in Sturminster Newton

A DERILICT, leaky warehouse has been transformed into a welcoming space for families across North Dorset. The

Warning after TikTok air fryer hack causes serious fire

AIR FRYER users are being asked to heed a warning over following potentially dangerous online trends. A video posted to…

The bikes were stolen late at night Picture: Dorset Police

Appeal after three motocross bikes stolen near Sherborne

THREE motocross bikes were stolen from an address near Sherborne yesterday (February 18). Dorset Police say the three bikes were…

Bartlett Contractors offered their service free of charge Pictures: Big Yellow Bus Garden Project

Company’s generosity helps make Big Yellow Bus Garden Project more accessible for all

A COMMUNITY project found between Shillingstone and Blandford Forum received a boost in their plans to make their space…

A before and after of restored fingerposts in Dorset. Pictures: Dorset CPRE

Iconic Dorset fingerposts – which even appear in Only Fools and Horses – being restored

AN iconic image of Dorset – one which has even graced millions of TV screens in iconic comedy classic…

FOLDE Dorset, in Shaftesbury, has been awarded B Crops status

Shaftesbury’s FOLDE Dorset shop in the running for Independent Bookshop of the Year – again!

A new service is being rolled out so members can access the library's services outside of opening hours Picture: Dorset Council

Sturminster Newton Library to close temporarily for tech upgrade

A DORSET library will close temporarily so new technology can be installed to enable members to use facilities outside…

Tickets on sale for 2025 Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show

TICKETS are on sale for this summer’s Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show. The event returns on August and 13 and 14,…