Dorset

New extra care housing scheme in Gillingham helps people live independently

A NEW extra care housing development in Gillingham is now open to those who want to live independently with…

Burglars targeted Heatwave Mechanical Services in Bradford Abbas on November 8. Picture: Google

Tools, piping and more stolen from Bradford Abbas firm

COPPER piping, fittings and tools worth several thousands of pounds were stolen from a Bradford Abbas firm. Three burglars gained…

The man was assaulted outside a property in London Road, Dorchester, on Sunday morning. Picture: Google

Man assaulted in Dorchester street after woman tried to climb through window

A MAN was attacked outside a Dorchester property after a woman tried to climb through a window. Police said the…

Man comes forward after Dorchester hit-and-run

A MAN has made himself known to police after a driver failed…

The 2024 Great Dorset Steam Fair has been cancelled and the event put up for sale

“Financially unfeasible” Great Dorset Steam Fair cancelled for 2025

THE Great Dorset Steam Fair (GDSF) will not be going ahead next year after failing to find a buyer. The…

Serious injuries for woman in her 80s following Dorchester hit-and-run

A WOMAN in her 80s has sustained serious injuries after she was hit by a car that failed to…

Two people have been arrested after the fire on the A35 near Charmouth Roundabout. Picture: Google

Two arrested after ‘suspicious’ car fire on A35 in West Dorset

POLICE are investigating a ‘suspicious’ car fire in West Dorset. The incident was reported at 7.24am on Sunday (November 10),…

Brave “survivors” needed to take on Zombie Infection in Dorchester

HALLOWEEN might be over – but zombies can still be found lurking in Dorchester Prison. A new immersive event has…

Two arrests as police investigate vehicle crime in Dorchester

TWO men were arrested at the weekend as part of a police investigation into ongoing vehicle crime in Dorchester. Dorset…

107 homes approved for Shaftesbury- despite concerns town has “reached its limit”

MORE than 100 homes can be built at the edge of Shaftesbury following the approval of plans. Persimmon Homes has…