Pictures: Yetminster pupils mark VE Day 80 with giant tribute and street party
PUPILS at St Andrews Primary in Yetminster celebrated Victory in Europe (VE) Day in style. Yesterday (May 8) marked 80…
100-year-old RAF veteran, Jim, plays key VE Day role in Sturminster Newton
A SECOND World War RAF veteran – who recently celebrated his 100th birthday – had the privilege of lighting…
Elderly friendship clubs in Dorset SAVED following closure fears
CLUBS described as a “lifeline” to their members in Dorset have been saved following fears they would close. Charity Brendoncare…
Hairy coos to be guest stars at village fete near Dorchester
A VILLAGE fete will celebrate all things countryside this June – and some very hairy guests will be the…
Three-year-old airlifted to hospital after being hit by car towing caravan in Blandford
A THREE-year old boy was taken to hospital by air ambulance after he was hit by a car on…
Crews battle Dorchester garage fire through the night
FIRE crews fought through the night to stop a garage fire in Dorchester spreading to surrounding properties. The blaze was…
Dorset church celebrated as historic church fundraiser of the year
ST Mary’s Church in Sturminster Marshall is officially the best fundraising parish of the year for Dorset Historic Churches. This…
Bin lorry fire near Blandford sparks warning over placing batteries in bin
HOUSEHOLDS across Dorset are once again being reminded of the dangers of placing batteries in their bin following another…
Blandford nursery bids to increase places with new extension
A NURSERY near Blandford could be expanded to provide space to accommodate a greater number of children due to…
Controversial Tess Square plans – including 120 homes, shop and café – in Marnhull ALLOWED on appeal
A CONTROVERSIAL development of a food store, café and up to 120 homes in Marnhull will go ahead…
