Police hunt thieves who stole 70 LIVE TURKEYS from a Dorset farm
DOZENS of live turkeys have been stolen from a Dorset farm. Police are investigating after the theft from a farm…
Blandford youngster raises funds to help children in Gaza
A BLANDFORD youngster decided to take action after being touched by heartbreaking images of the conflict in the Middle…
Eco efforts at Gillingham primary school earn international award
A GILLINGHAM school’s environmental efforts have been recognised with a special award. Youngsters at Wyke Primary School have earned the…
Some positive news – but cuts coming – as Somerset Council faces financial emergency
GRASS and hedge cutting, drain clearing, adult and children’s services, CCTV coverage and the number of recycling centres in…
Dorset farmer Jim Lad’s viral cooking videos prompt new cookbook
A DORSET farmer who joined social media during lockdown to showcase his dancing skills has now become an internet…
Shepton Mallet prison to close with the loss of 18 jobs
SHEPTON Mallet Prison is to close in January, with the loss of 18 jobs, it has been announced. The attraction,…
Land Rovers and mini golf now on offer at Moors Valley Country Park
VISITORS braved the rain to have a splashing time at a new Dorset attraction. Children, park rangers, council staff and…
Dorset spot tops Lonely Planet list of best beaches in the world for winter
A SPOT on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast has topped a list of the world’s best beaches to visit in winter. Travel…
Teen robbed near Morrisons garage in Bridport
A TEENAGER was attacked and his wallet and phone stolen in an incident near a garage in Bridport. Police are…
Driving ban for 57-year-old after East Knoyle crash left woman with life-changing injuries
A MAN convicted of dangerous driving after a crash which left a woman with life-changing injuries has been banned…
