Dorset

The incident unfolded in a car park in Bridport Road, Dorchester, police said. Picture: Google

Arrest after alleged attack with a screwdriver in Dorset car park

A MAN has been arrested after an alleged assault with a screwdriver in a Dorchester car park, police said. Officers…

Cars seized and arrests made during two-week police initiative

OFFICERS have taken part in a national campaign targeting commercial vehicle safety, resulting in dozens of offences being identified…

Dorset café apologises and suspends staff member over ‘depressed f****’ receipt description

A FAMILY that hosted a wake at a Dorset café have spoken of their fury after being shocked to…

Dorset residents living longer than most of the country

DORSET is growing older and faster than much of the rest of the country bringing profound challenges for families,…

Region’s health and council leaders back tobacco and vape prohibition

COUNCIL leaders and directors of Public Health from every local authority in the South West have joined forces to…

Community views sought to shape music education

THE OCTAGON Music Hub (OMH) has launched a series of short surveys to gather views from the community and…

‘Appalled’ MP urges public to respond to consultation on fire station closures

SOUTH WEST Wiltshire MP Andrew Murrison has said he is “appalled” by proposals that could see Mere fire station…

New partnership aims to boost jobs, skills and wellbeing

COUNCILS across Dorset have joined forces with the NHS and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to launch…

Bigger forces risk losing community connection, warns Dorset PCC

DORSET’S Police and Crime Commissioner has raised concerns over proposed reforms, warning that creating larger regional forces could weaken…

Police arrest “high priority” target over risk to young teens

A SUSPECT believed to pose a “significant risk” to young teenagers has been arrested in Sherborne following an urgent…