How a Dorset charity saved the life of a stray dog – 5,000 miles away…
A DORSET charity has saved the life of a stray dog suffering with a 2kg brain tumour – despite…
How a work placement in Blandford is helping David…
“HE was so shy and quite nervous but now he’s not shy and tells me what he wants from…
NHS facing facing “significant disruption” during junior doctors’ strike
ROUTINE care NHS services in the south west are facing “significant disruption” this week as industrial action by junior…
Somerset leader hits out at “bitterly disappointing” funding plan for county
FUNDING for services in Somerset from central government will increase by 6.1% next year – described as “bitterly disappointing”…
Road closures in place during work to improve busy Dorchester route
A BUSY Dorchester road is set to be made safer for pedestrians when work gets underway in the new…
PICTURES: Dozens turn out for 2023 Motcombe Santa Run
DOZENS of intrepid runners braved the showers for a festive event. The 2023 Motcombe Santa Run took place on December…
Police called to fight at Blandford restaurant – on a Monday lunchtime
POLICE were called to reports of a fight at a Blandford restaurant on Monday lunchtime (December 18). Officers were called…
Blandford restaurant offering free Christmas dinner to people spending big day alone
A BLANDFORD restaurant is offering a bit of Christmas cheer to people spending the big day alone. The Crown Hotel,…
Christmas traffic: Study reveals the best time to drive as 21m hit the road
AROUND 21 million trips will be made in the great Christmas getaway of 2023, according to a new study. Drivers…
Plan for up to 135 new homes on land near Blandford
UP to 135 new homes could be built on land near Blandford. A planning application has been submitted to Dorset…
