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Racial abuse reported on evening bus

A LATE-NIGHT bus journey in Wimborne was disrupted by a racially aggravated incident, prompting police to appeal for witnesses. The…

Illegal dumpers face vehicle seizures in Dorset blitz

The incident occurred in the Fairfield Car Park, in Dorchester. Picture: Google

Police appeal after woman assaulted in Dorchester car park

POLICE are appealing for information after a woman was assaulted in a Dorchester car park. The incident, in the Fairfield…

Booking system launches at recycling centres

A CONTROVERSIAL new booking system at Dorset’s household recycling centres has officially come into force and it is already…

Murder probe ends after key findings

THE death of a young man in North Dorset is no longer being treated as suspicious following a lengthy…

Motorcyclist dies in crash near Gillingham

A MOTORCYCLIST has died following a serious crash near Gillingham, with police now appealing for witnesses. Emergency services were called…

The crash happened on the A30 Yeovil Road near the junction with the A352, Horsecastle Lane. Picture: Google

Elderly pair – in their 80s – suffer “serious injuries” in crash near Sherborne

A MAN and a woman in their 80s were believed to have suffered “serious injuries” after a crash between…

‘Long delays’ as A303 Mere Bypass closed eastbound after crash

THE A303 Mere Bypass is blocked eastbound after a crash this morning (March 19). Drivers are being warned to expect…

New date announced for postponed Blackmore Vale Half Marathon

A NEW date has been announced for the Blackmore Vale Half Marathon – which was postponed last month due…

‘Long overdue’: Dorset backs tougher dog attack laws

STRONGER laws to protect livestock from dog attacks have been welcomed by Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner, as new…