Police stop 17 speeding motorists in community clampdown
SEVENTEEN motorists were caught speeding during targeted enforcement checks carried out by Mere and Tisbury Police this week. Officers from…
Prison for man found with Stanley blade
A MAN from Dorchester has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for possessing a 7.9cm Stanley blade in…
Cash and tools taken in early-morning burglary
CASH and tools were among a number of items stolen during a burglary at a home in Wareham in…
Community voice sought on West Stour planning blueprint
RESIDENTS in West Stour are being given the chance to shape the future of their community – from where…
18-year-old dies and two left injured after single vehicle crash
A TEENAGER died in a crash near Wareham yesterday and police are seeking witnesses and dash cam footage. Officers received…
Care homes across county enjoy flipping good time
CARE homes across Dorset had a flipping good time celebrating Shrove Tuesday. Staff and residents at Colten Care’s Amberwood House…
Library announces 42 extra ‘after-hours’ sessions
RESIDENTS in Gillingham can now visit the library long after the doors would once have been locked, as Dorset…
Chief constable announces retirement
AFTER three years as chief constable in Dorset, and more than 33 years’ service to policing, Amanda Pearson will…
Arts charity connecting communities unveils fundraising drive
A DORSET charity described as a “cultural lifeline” for rural communities is set to double donations for one week…
Tracker placed on car in Wincanton prompting stalking investigation
POLICE want to trace this person in connection with an “ongoing stalking investigation” – which saw a tracker placed…
