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Cash and tools taken in early-morning burglary

CASH and tools were among a number of items stolen during a burglary at a home in Wareham in…

Community voice sought on West Stour planning blueprint

RESIDENTS in West Stour are being given the chance to shape the future of their community – from where…

18-year-old dies and two left injured after single vehicle crash

A TEENAGER died in a crash near Wareham yesterday and police are seeking witnesses and dash cam footage. Officers received…

Care homes across county enjoy flipping good time

CARE homes across Dorset had a flipping good time celebrating Shrove Tuesday. Staff and residents at Colten Care’s Amberwood House…

Library announces 42 extra ‘after-hours’ sessions

RESIDENTS in Gillingham can now visit the library long after the doors would once have been locked, as Dorset…

Chief constable announces retirement

AFTER three years as chief constable in Dorset, and more than 33 years’ service to policing, Amanda Pearson will…

Arts charity connecting communities unveils fundraising drive

A DORSET charity described as a “cultural lifeline” for rural communities is set to double donations for one week…

Police are keen to speak to this person after an incident in Wincanton. Picture: Avon & Somerset Police

Tracker placed on car in Wincanton prompting stalking investigation

POLICE want to trace this person in connection with an “ongoing stalking investigation” – which saw a tracker placed…

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…