News

Left, the current Lib Dem leader of Wiltshire Council Ian Thorn and right, previous Conservative leader of the council Richard Clewer Pictures: Wiltshire Council/Google

Wiltshire Council overspends by £5 million – but how, and who is to blame?

A LOT of noise has rightfully been made by the public after it was revealed that Wiltshire Council recorded…

Blandford Community Hospital Picture: Google

Reduced hospital stays in Blandford and Wimborne thanks to pilot

PEOPLE in the north and east of the county are seeing a reduction in the amount…

The new system will cost £120,000 - with an ongoing £20,00 a year maintenance fee Picture: Dorset Council

Dorset Council “determined” to push through £120,000 recycling centre booking system

PLANS to introduce an online booking system for tips in Dorset are likely to be pushed through – despite…

The offer celebrates Armed Forces Day Picture: First Bus

Free bus travel this Saturday for Armed Forces

MEMBERS of the Armed Forces, both past and present, will be able to travel for free through FirstBus if…

The deadline for applications is July 23

Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! New town crier needed for Shaftesbury

A VERY special ceremonial role is up for grabs in Shaftesbury. Auditions will soon be held for a new town…

The latest plans were supported by Gillingham Town Council Picture: Google

Plans to turn former Gillingham High Street florist into “relaxed” wine bar/deli

A WINE bar could fill a former florist’s premises in Gillingham if plans are approved. The former Mayflowers shop on…

Police are keen to speak to any witnesses Picture: Google

Woman seen running in traffic and hitting cars in Sturminster Newton

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman was seen running in traffic and hitting cars in Sturminster Newton. The…

The parade celebrated the town's rich history Picture: SAST

Children help bring Sherborne’s history to life at 120th anniversary of town’s first pageant

HUNDREDS of children paraded through Sherborne as part of the Sherborne Pageant 120th anniversary celebrations. This year…

The defib was purchased by Wincanton Town Council Picture: Wincanton Town Council

New defibrillator installed in Wincanton park

A LIFE-SAVING defibrillator has now been installed at the Cale Park recreation ground in Wincanton. The new defib was bought…

“Staggering” gap in educational funding in Wiltshire prompts calls for review

A MAJOR gap in funding for pupils in Wiltshire has been revealed – and school leaders are calling on…