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The new system is set to be introduced in autumn Picture: Dorset Council

Dorset Council claims hundreds of thousands of pounds can be saved with new recycling centre booking system

A MOVE to introduce an online booking system for recycling centres in Dorset has been met with anger -…

The changes are set to come in by autumn Picture: Dorset Council

Public slam plans to introduce booking system at Dorset recycling centres – with petition launched

PEOPLE will soon have to book before visiting a recycling centre in Dorset – a move that has been…

The changes are set to come in by autumn Picture: Dorset Council

Want to visit a Household Recycling Centre in Dorset? You’ll soon need to book online

PEOPLE wishing to visit a Household Recycling Centre (HRC) in Dorset will soon be asked to…

Much of Somerset and Dorset could see heavy rainfall, strong winds, and thunderstorms. Picture: Met Office

Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for much of Somerset and Dorset: Here’s where

THE recent humid spell in Somerset and Dorset is set to break tomorrow – with a weather warning issued…

The Gillshed bat boxes have welcomed some rare bat species Pictures: Dorset Wildlife Trust

Rare bat spotted in Gillingham Men’s Shed-made bat boxes

A RARE whiskered bat has been spotted flourishing in Gillingham thanks to the work of the local men’s shed. While…

Picture: Matt Boitor on Unsplash

How YOU can help monitor air quality in Wiltshire

HOSTS are being sought to look after air quality sensors that will provide real-time monitoring of air quality across…

The crew cleared up the burnt waste following the fire Picture: DCWS

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…

Shaftesbury Nature Collective is hoping to raise the profile of the cuckoo Picture: Mike Ball 

Shaftesbury’s first Cuckoo Day to take place later this month

SHAFTESBURY is set to celebrate the arrival of the 6 million or so migratory birds as they return to…

The new windows being installed Picture: Codford Village Hall

Grant boosts help fund renewal of Codford Village Hall windows

NEW windows have been installed at Codford Village Hall as part of plans to future-proof the building. Paid for through…

The site is closing for one day to allow road repairs to take place Picture: Dorset Council

Dorchester Recycling Centre to close for one day this week

THOSE planning a trip to the Dorchester Household Recycling Centre this Tuesday (April 8) are asked to make alternative…