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Show dates: 14th Dec – 6th Jan 2025 Picture: Made to Measure

Review: Snow White dazzles in Tivoli’s panto spectacle

IT’S that time of year again when Made to Measure productions pulled out all the stops this festive season…

The awards ceremony takes place at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth on February 6 Picture: Dorset Tourism Awards

Finalists revealed for Dorset Tourism Awards

59 BUSINESSES and organisations across Dorset have been highlighted for the work they do to further tourism in the…

The memorial plaque is set to be unveiled 70 years on from the boys' deaths Picture: Seb Warner

Plaque to honour school boys who died in mine accident on Swanage Beach 70 years on

“YOU just can’t comprehend something like this happening now.” Those are the words of former-Forres School boy Seb Warner, now…

Luckily, no one was injured by the fire Picture: Dorset Council Waste Services

Batteries left in bin sets recycling vehicle ablaze

PEOPLE are being reminded to not dispose of batteries in their recycling bin after it set a recycling collection…

Wheat bags are popular around winter Picture: DW Fire and Rescue

Fire service issues safety warning after wheat bag catches fire

FIREFIGHTERS have issued a warning to those that use microwavable wheat bags to stay warm. Wheat bags are sealed bags…

The RSPCA said reports of neglect are likely to increase over the Christmas period as people face financial hardships Picture: RSPCA

Shocking stats reveal 13% increase in pet neglect in Dorset

524 ANIMAL neglect incidents were reported in Dorset from January to September this year – and the RSPCA said…

Angela is performing in Swanage in May 2025 Picture: Matt Crockett

‘Jo Brand paved the way for comedians like me’: Angela Barnes interview

SELF-confessed serial worrier Angela Barnes spoke to your Purbeck Gazette about the struggle working-class comedians face when trying to…

The winning town will receive £30,000 from Dorset Council to enable a year’s worth of cultural activity to take place Picture: Andy Lyons

Swanage in the running to be 2026 Town of Culture

SWANAGE is one of four towns across Dorset shortlisted to be the 2026 Town of Culture. The winning town will…

Police said the man received care by the ambulance service Picture: Google

Emergency response at Sandbanks, Poole after man seen in water

SANDBANKS in Poole saw a big emergency services presence this morning (December 17) after a man was seen in…

The damage took place overnight Picture: No. 36 Gifts and Lifestyle

No.36 Gifts and Lifestyle’s window damaged in Dorchester

THE window of a Dorchester shop was damaged overnight, and police want to speak to any witnesses. The damage reportedly…