Dorset

Police issue Christmas warning to parents over rising anti-social behaviour

POLICE in North and East Dorset are carrying out high-visibility day and night foot patrols to tackle youth anti-social…

Projects flourish thanks to council partnership

A PARTNERSHIP that began with fixing roads is now quietly transforming communities across Dorset. For more than 15 years, Dorset…

Hundreds of pounds available for community projects

COMMUNITY groups in Sturminster Newton only have a few weeks left to apply for grants of up to £750. The…

Man injured in early-hours incident in Blandford

POLICE are investigating a suspected aggravated burglary in Blandford where a man suffered injuries to his head and hand. Dorset…

Calls for Shaftesbury police station to be reopened amid fears over rising crime

TOWN councils in North Dorset have written a joint letter to the chief constable and police and crime commissioner…

Residents propose council tax rises of more than 7% in budget simulator

BALANCING a multi-million-pound council budget is rarely straightforward and hundreds of Dorset residents have had the chance to find…

Police step up patrols to engage community

POLICE in North Dorset say increased foot patrols and community contact points are paying dividends, with officers clocking up…

Appeal to find driver who witnessed common assault

A MOTORIST who beeped their horn during a common assault in West Parley last month is being asked to…

Road safety reminder following surge in fatal crashes

POLICE are urging motorists to make safer decisions on the roads as officers respond to several fatal and serious…

Schoolchildren shine at dementia charity’s Christmas singsong

DESPITE stormy weather outside, hearts were warm and spirits high in Gillingham where the community gathered for a special…