105-year-old Castle Cary war hero awarded France’s highest honour
A “REMARKABLE” 105-year-old veteran from Castle Cary has been awarded France’s highest military and civil distinction. Sydney “John” Maskell was…
People urged to avoid unstable building after fire near Dorchester
A BUILDING in Maiden Newton was badly damaged – and could be unstable – after a fire last night…
Maisie, 10, sets 2025 ambition for Somerset horse charity after visit
A HORSE-mad Dorset youngster has vowed to raise as much money as she can for an equine charity after…
First new accommodation completed at Sherborne Almshouse
WORK on new almshouse accommodation in Sherborne has been completed – and a new tenant has moved into another…
Year-long fundraising efforts help combat poverty in Dorchester
MARTINSTOWN Circle Suppers recently handed over a cheque for £7,350 to fight poverty in Dorchester. The group, which has just…
Converted church, land, and commercial property in Somerset boomed at auction in 2024
HOMES and land in Somerset enjoyed an “outstanding” year at auction, according to a leading county firm. Auctioneers Greenslade…
Driver will ‘no longer be delivering’ for Evri after mystery over missing package
A MYSTERY over the non-delivery of a package caused a row between the sender, the delivery company – and…
Somerset launches ‘Call For Sites’ for housing and business development
SITES are now officially being sought for housing in Somerset. Somerset Council has launched a Call for Sites, which seeks…
‘Heart of Wessex’ mayoral elections planned for May 2026 as part of devolution proposals
ELECTIONS to choose a ‘Heart of Wessex’ mayor are likely to take place in May 2026. Leaders of unitary authorities…
Lurcher puppy stolen from Shroton found alone near vets in Alderholt
ONE more lurcher puppy – part of a litter stolen from a Shroton property – has been recovered…
