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…
Dorset walker Claire Allen completes 2,000km in 105 days for homeless charities
AN intrepid walker from Okeford Fitzpaine has put her best foot forward to do her bit to tackle homelessness. In…
Water firm wants to build new base at Henstridge Airfield
A WATER firm wants to build new premises at Henstridge Airfield. Agent AR Dalziel has applied to Somerset Council for…
Pipe organ rings out in Mere during one-off return by organist Nick Hedley
THE sweet sound of a pipe organ returned to Mere on Sunday (November 26). St Michael’s Church was lifted by…
Dorchester man Jack Rowland, 24, jailed for rape and violence offences
A MAN has been jailed for rape and assault offences following two violent incidents in West Dorset – including…
Planning sought for Shaftesbury summerhouse that’s already been built
RETROSPECTIVE planning permission is being sought for a summerhouse near Shaftesbury. Atlas Planning Group, on behalf of Mr and Mrs…
Man flashed at teenage girl as she walked her dog in Bridport
A MAN flashed a teenage girl as she walked her dog in Bridport on Friday (November 24). Police are appealing…
Somerset Council reshuffle planned as two executive members stand down
A RESHUFFLE is on the cards after the resignation of two leading Somerset Councillors. Executive lead members Tessa Munt (children,…
Somerset’s iconic Willow Man sculpture could be revived after funding boost
AN iconic Somerset statue could be revived after a funding boost. The Willow Man, which stands alongside the M5 near…
Sturminster Newton sixth formers brave the elements to help the homeless
STURMINSTER Newton youngsters slept rough to help homeless people in Dorset – raising more than £1,800. A group of 16…
