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The whistle off is part of a national campaign Picture: Andrew PM Wright

Victorian steam locomotive set to ‘whistle off’ in Swanage on New Year’s Day

A UNIQUE Victorian locomotive in Swanage, alongside other heritage locomotives across the UK, will sound its whistle on New…

Police want to speak to any witnesses Picture: Google

‘Drunk’ man arrested following early morning assault in Poole

A MAN in his 40s barged a teenager in Poole before punching others in the area. The man was in…

The works were planned for January, 2025 Pictures: Dorset Council

Planned junction improvements near Upton Country Park postponed – again

PLANNED improvements to a notorious junction near Upton Country Park have once again been delayed.

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…