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The MP welcomed LGBT+ veterans to parliament Picture: Lloyd Hatton

MP celebrates south Dorset’s LGBT+ veterans

THIS week marked the 25th anniversary of the landmark decision to lift the ban on LGBT+ people serving in…

Worst areas for drink-driving in Dorset revealed: Full list

DORSET has seen a shocking number of drink-driving offences in the past year, according to new data. A new investigation…

Wareham Whalers presenting the final cheque for £1,374 to representatives of RNLI fundraising groups from Poole, Mudeford, Wareham and Weymouth Picture: Wareham Whalers

Wareham Whalers raise thousands for RNLI by telling its story through shanties

A SEA shanty group has been telling the story of the RNLI and its volunteers to mark its 200th…

The plan - if accepted - can be used to help shape the future of the village Picture: Google

Wool residents asked to vote on Neighbourhood Plan

A VOTE is taking place next month which could give Wool residents more say on the future use of…

Serious sexual offences and stalking and harassment offences have decreased in Dorset over the last year Picture: Dorset Police

Households to pay more for policing in Dorset this year

DORSET households will pay more for their policing services this coming financial year. A recently approved rise to the policing…

The project will restore prime habitats for songbirds Picture: National Trust

Restoration project will help amplify nature’s chorus in Purbeck

A PROJECT to restore prime habitats for songbirds across Purbeck is underway. The National…

Police are trying to identify this man Pictures: Google/Dorset Police

CCTV appeal after car window broken in Poole and handbag stolen in broad daylight

POLICE have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to identify after a car in Poole was…

Strictly participants with winner Tom Redman and his professional partner Diana Coojacar Picture: Paul Collins

‘Strictly’ charity event in Poole raised more than £80,000 for charity

A SOLD-out fundraising gala dinner in Poole raised £80,387 for charity. 350 people packed The Lighthouse in Poole for Forest…

395 meters of gas main along The High Street between the junctions of Jubilee Road and Days Road will be replaced Picture: Google

Swanage High Street set for 11 weeks of temporary traffic lights

SWANAGE High Street will see 11 weeks of temporary traffic lights to allow for essential gas main replacement works. The…

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Man charged following reported bike theft in Poole

A 37-YEAR-OLD man has been charged following the reported theft of a bike in Poole. A Carrera Vengeance pedal cycle…