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Couple targeted in attempted robbery driving in Gillingham street

A COUPLE driving in their car were rammed by would-be thieves who demanded they get out – before they…

CCTV images released after alcohol stolen from Dorchester Co-op

POLICE are keen to trace this person after alcohol worth around £275 was stolen from a Dorchester Co-op. CCTV images…

Body of newborn baby found at Yeovil recycling centre

TWO people were arrested after the body of a newborn baby was discovered at a recycling centre. The tragic discovery…

Hogging the limelight

Local nature reserve is overwhelmed with volunteers as it appeals for pig sitters to keep an eye on its…

A difficult birth, but all ends well

Yes, again another milk price cut, the third month in a row. Do we want to produce our own…

Top tips to help your fretting teenager at revision time

by Alice Johnsen Every spring across the country thoughts turn with mixed emotions towards exams. GCSEs, A-level and other exams…

Nature serves up a bountiful amount of spring treats

by Fiona Chapman SPRING is here despite the weather indicating to the contrary. The birds are singing in the morning,…

Meditations in nature: The wonderful world of wood ants

by Susie Curtin EARLY April, the warmth of the sun is on my shoulders as I follow the paths over…

Dicentra is tougher than it looks

by Sally Gregson For months the brittle buds of small dicentras have been tucked away beneath the surface of the…

Weeding’s pure therapy, not boring!

by Sally Gregson To non-gardeners the act of weeding seems the epitome of boredom. Kneeling in front of a border…