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Woman killed in A30 crash between Sherborne and Yeovil

A MAN has been arrested after a crash in which a woman was tragically killed. The collision happened on the…

High-value gardening equipment stolen from Wincanton Racecourse

HIGH-value equipment was stolen from Wincanton Racecourse during a midnight raid. Police say two lawnmowers, a gator and a large…

Sherborne Joules shop to close after Next rescue deal

CLOTHING chain Joules has been rescued from administration by fellow retailer, Next – but the firm’s Sherborne store will…

Pair ordered to pay £150,000 over illegal puppy farm

A JUDGE has given a pair of convicted illegal puppy sellers three months to pay more than £150,000 -…

Man jailed over sex offences involving girl, 12

A 56-YEAR-OLD man has been jailed after being convicted of sexual offences involving a young girl in Sturminster Newton. Phyllippe…

Bikes worth estimated £22,000 stolen in burglary

BIKES worth an estimated £22,000 were stolen from a Poundbury shop. Police are investigating two burglaries in the village, in…

HSBC to shut five Dorset branches in 2023: See the list

FIVE Dorset branches of HSBC are to close, it has been announced. The bank has revealed plans to shut 114…

Woman taken to hospital after being hit by van in Dorchester

A WOMAN was taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Dorchester. Police are investigating the collision, which…

Ticket to ride to abbey carol service

STEAM train lovers can get aboard for a carol service at Sherborne Abbey on Tuesday (December 6). LMS Stanier 4-6-0…

Hundreds of mysterious knitted angels to land in village before Christmas

HUNDREDS of knitted angels from as far afield as Ireland and Yorkshire are set to land in Mere this…