Council tax set to rise as Dorset unveils major care and transport spending plans
DORSET Council has set out plans to invest hundreds of millions of pounds in care services, transport and infrastructure…
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Hospice ‘blown away’ by community support in fundraising initiative
A RECORD-BREAKING £18,058 has been raised for Weldmar Hospicecare through its Christmas Treecycle initiative. Businesses and residents once again came…
Dementia groups running through spring in Sherborne
PEOPLE affected by dementia can meet new people in a friendly and social environment in Sherborne over the next…
Schools encouraged to go ‘phone-free’ as part of campaign
SCHOOLS in Dorset are being encouraged to adopt phone-free days as part of a wider push to reduce the…
Arrest made after aggravated burglary in Lyme Regis
POLICE have arrested a man in his 30s following an aggravated burglary in Lyme Regis. A man gained access to…
Neurodivergent young adults given keys to independence
NEURODIVERSE young adults are being given the opportunity to gain the skills and confidence needed to live independently and…
Dig deep for a muddy good time when fun run returns
IT’S READY, steady and get muddy when the much-anticipated Dorset Mud Run returns for a weekend of laughter, teamwork…
Annual celebration of Dorset culture and beloved poet William Barnes
FANS of Dorset’s rich cultural heritage are invited to celebrate the 225th birthday of the county’s beloved dialect poet…
Stand-up poet to stop off for three Dorset dates
AWARD-WINNING poet and stand-up performer Luke Wright is set to tour Dorset next month with his new show Later…
Act today or risk losing playing fields, warn campaigners
SPORTS clubs, community groups and residents are being urged to respond urgently to a government consultation that could significantly…
Last chance to apply for community grants of up to £25,000
COMMUNITY groups across Dorset are being urged to act fast as the deadline approaches for a major council fund…
Internationally acclaimed vocalist to rock Verwood
ROCK fans are being promised a night of pure power and adrenaline when She Will Rock You storms into…
Youngsters damage charity shop window twice in weekend
OFFICERS are appealing for information after two incidents of criminal damage to…
CCTV image of missing Jamie, 49, released in renewed appeal
POLICE are renewing an appeal for information as they continue to search for a missing 49-year-old man from Spetisbury. Dorset…
Police respond to several incidents while boosting visibility
NEIGHBOURHOOD policing officers have had a busy week in Gillingham supporting patrol colleagues and keeping the community safe. PC Ash…
Council teams work into early morning as Storm Goretti hits
DORSET roads faced challenging conditions overnight as Storm Goretti swept through the county, bringing sleet, snow, heavy rain and…
Police urge residents to continue reporting incidents
POLICE in Wimborne have reported a productive week on the streets engaging with residents and taking action to address…
Golden heart locket with sentimental images stolen in home burglary
POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary at a home in Gillingham.
Chance to take part in beloved ancient tradition of wassailing
THE SHAFTESBURY Tree Group has announced the return of its annual winter Wassail inviting the community to gather for…
Community banking launches in Gillingham after High Street closure
RESIDENTS in Gillingham will soon have access to essential banking services once again thanks to a new community banking…
Crews prepare for icy roads and fallen trees as Storm Goretti arrives
HIGHWAY’S teams in Dorset are bracing for a difficult night as Storm Goretti brings heavy rain, strong…