Dorset

Stolen motorbike abandoned in Dorset forest

A STOLEN KTM motorbike was recently recovered in woodland thanks to the eagle eyes of a member of the…

Beware of icy roads, say police as temperatures set to plummet to -5°C

POLICE in North Dorset have issued a warning to motorists to plan their journeys as temperatures could plunge to…

Power restored after residents report intermittent outages

PARTS of Dorset including Blandford Forum and surrounding areas were affected by intermittent power cuts yesterday. Scottish and Southern Electricity…

New Year’s Eve patrols keep celebrations safe across North Dorset

NEW Year’s Eve celebrations across North Dorset passed in a lively but positive atmosphere with officers and PCSOs out…

Two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing

DETECTIVES have arrested two people on suspicion of attempted murder following a reported stabbing in Christchurch. Police were called at…

Teen arrested after New Year’s Eve car damage spree

A TEENAGER has been arrested following criminal damage to parked vehicles in Sherborne. Police were called at around 11.15pm on…

Dorset hosts first-ever summit to protect iconic landscapes and coastlines

DORSET will play host to a special event next month to tackle litter and champion sustainable solutions to create…

New Dorset guide shaped by residents aims to demystify adult social care

A NEW guide designed to help people navigate the often-daunting world of adult social care has been launched. The easy-to-use…

North Dorset man charged over two commercial burglaries

A MAN aged 25 from North Dorset has been charged in connection with two separate burglaries earlier this year. Police…

Illegal e-scooter seizures hit record high as police roll out forensic spray

NEARLY 230 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized across Dorset this year, as police step up action against…