‘What’s going on?’ Drivers question months of A303 roadworks
DRIVERS using the A303 near Mere say they are growing frustrated after months of roadworks with little visible sign…
Philip Burgess jailed after admitting sexual communications with a child
WESTBURY man Philip Burgess has been jailed after admitting having sexual communications with a child and attempting to meet…
Have your say over fire station closure plans at online meetings
RESIDENTS can have their say over proposed fire station closures – including in Mere and Wilton – at a…
Banner goes up in fight to save station
A BANNER has appeared in Mere as opposition grows to controversial plans that could see the town’s fire station…
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…
‘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…
Prime Minister steps in over threat to fire stations
THE Prime Minister has agreed to arrange talks with ministers over controversial plans that could see eight fire stations…
Second chance to meet officers at Mere community safety event
POLICE officers met with residents in Mere this week as part of efforts to strengthen links with the community…
New recycling centre booking system and fees for out of county visitors
A BOOKING system is set to be introduced at several Dorset recycling centres later this month in a move…
‘Work far from over’: New flood response sites go live in three counties
TWO new websites offering advice, information and support on flooding incidents have been launched across Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset. The…
