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Nine new homes planned for former nursery site in Somerset village

NINE homes could soon be built on a former nursery site in a Somerset village. Plans have been submitted to…

Find a new career – or start learning something new – at Blandford event

ADULTS wanting to boost their employment prospects, learn a new skill or hobby, or change career, can find out…

Man ‘in 50s or 60s’ indecently exposed himself to woman in street

A MAN ‘in his 50s or 60s’ indecently exposed himself to a woman in Beaminster. Dorset Police are appealing for…

Police appeal for video after bank holiday trailer crash on M5

POLICE are appealing for information after a bank holiday crash on the M5 which saw the motorway closed for…

Mayor of Blandford opens new family-run steakhouse, Jerry’s

A NEW steakhouse, wine bar and café was officially opened by the mayor of Blandford. The mayor, Councillor Hugo Mieville,…

Mere church to reveal little-known areas to visitors

A TOWN church is opening its doors and revealing hidden secrets next weekend. St Michael’s Church, in Mere, is welcoming…

Rare watch stolen in raid at village property near Blandford

A RARE valuable watch was stolen in a burglary in Blandford. Police are investigating after a property in Winterborne Houghton…

Perfume stolen in raid at Goulds in Dorchester

PERFUME was stolen from a Dorchester shop. Raiders targeted Goulds Fashion Store, in South Street, at around 1am on Monday…

Flag-raising ceremony in Dorchester will mark Merchant Navy Day

FRIDAY (September 1) will see Merchant Navy veterans honoured with a special ceremony. Dorset Council will remember veterans with a…

WATCH: Gillingham ‘Rocket Man’ Brian honoured with explosive farewell

THE life of a popular Gillingham man was celebrated at a special memorial event that was ‘out of this…