Horse trailer seen being towed away by thieves
A HORSE trailer was stolen from a property in the Bockhampton area of Christchurch. Police said the theft happened at…
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Cyclist seriously injured in Poole crash
A MAN suffered serious leg injuries after being knocked off his bike in Poole. The incident happened at the junction…
Biker seriously injured in Wareham crash
A BIKER suffered “life-changing” injuries in a crash in Wareham yesterday (Sunday, May 12). The incident, at around 4.50pm, happened…
Taxi driver attacked after dropping off fare in Poole
A TAXI driver who got out of his car to close an open door was assaulted in a Poole…
Supermarket chain Lidl on lookout for new sites in Wareham, Swanage and more
SUPERMARKET giant Lidl is on the lookout for new store locations in Purbeck. The cut-price food chain has launched a…
Ricky Gervais bringing new material show to Christchurch
COMEDY megastar Ricky Gervais is set to perform in Christchurch. The creator and star of The Office, Afterlife and Extras…
Cyclist suffers ‘serious’ injuries in Christchurch crash
A CYCLIST suffered serious injuries after being hit by a car in Christchurch. The incident happened at around 8.30am on…
CCTV image issued after man was assaulted at Poole bar
POLICE have issued a CCTV image of a person they would like to trace in connection with an assault…
Dorset hedgerow project gets £6,000 funding boost – but needs volunteers
A PROJECT surveying Dorset’s miles of hedgerows has received a funding boost. The Great Big Dorset Hedge initiative, which seeks…
Roadworks across Dorset in May and June announced: Full list
ROADS in Wimborne, Gillingham, Sturminster Newton and Dorchester will be among a host to be closed during repairs over…
Man was punched unconscious after Poole shop window smashed
POLICE are keen to trace this person after a fight broke out over a broken window in Poole. The incident…
Dorset beaches ranked cleanest in UK – Somerset second worst…
DORSET’S beaches have been ranked the best in the UK for clean water. Analysis of Environment Agency summer water quality…
Entries open for prestigious Dorset Business Awards 2024: How to enter
NOMINATIONS are open for the 2024 Dorset Business Awards. The event, organised by the Dorset Chamber, aims to recognise the…
Weather warning for Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset as bank holiday approaches
A WARNING of thunderstorms covering much of Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire has been issued. The Met Office has issued the…
Motorbike stolen from outside Christchurch property
A MOTORBIKE was stolen from outside a property in Christchurch. Some time between 2.30am and 3,30am on Saturday, April 20,…
Owners sought for 25 recovered bikes suspected stolen in Christchurch
A RAFT of bikes suspected to have been stolen in the Christchurch area have been recovered by police -…
Fundraiser for stained glass window in memory of Purbeck WW2 RAF pilots
TWO veterans of the Second World War are giving a talk to raise money for a commemorative stained glass…
Wimborne man – and his dog – honoured after river rescue
A WIMBORNE man who rescued a woman from the River Stour while walking his dog has received a commendation. Edward…
Shooting targets will become fundraising targets at event near Wareham in June
COUNTRY Challenge, a fundraiser in aid of Dorset’s disability charity Diverse Abilities, is returning for its fifth year at…
Communicare in Swanage to mark 40 years in the community at special service
COMMUNICARE in Swanage is 40 years old and is celebrating with a special Service of Thanksgiving and Praise at…
Adam’s first full marathon raises £3,300 for Purbeck cause
AN employee at Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck has coined in the cash for the charity by…