Podcast launched to bring farmers closer to residents
A NEW podcast lifting the lid on Dorset’s countryside has been launched, giving residents a behind-the-scenes look at how…
Warning of further flooding as groundwater levels reach record highs
RESIDENTS and businesses are being urged to prepare as groundwater levels in the county reach unprecedented levels. Dorset Council and…
Man who grabbed woman’s neck until she struggled to breath jailed
A MAN who violently abused and controlled a woman has been jailed thanks to the courage shown by his…
New cemetery plans take shape with official naming
PLANS for a new cemetery in Gillingham have taken a significant step forward. The land purchase was completed last month,…
£2.5 million Dorset home is latest top raffle prize
A £2.5 MILLION off-grid home near Shaftesbury has been unveiled as the latest prize from Raffle House. The three-year-old property…
Community rallies after aspiring footballer airlifted to hospital
A TEENAGE footballer from Sherborne is being praised for her courage and resilience after a serious on-pitch incident led…
Former ketamine addict shares recovery journey in drug campaign
A YOUNG woman has shared her battle with ketamine addiction in a powerful new video hoping to inspire others…
Police appeal after 5-year-old girl bitten by dog
POLICE in Dorchester are appealing for information after a five-year-old girl was bitten by a dog. Shortly before 10am on…
Anti-social youths proving a menace on motorbikes
POLICE in Sherborne are warning residents about youths on motorbikes driving around in an anti-social manner with no care…
Council offering tradespeople chance to join national accreditation scheme
A ONE-OFF scheme has been launched offering local tradespeople the chance to join a national accreditation scheme at half…
