387 warning letters handed to speeding drivers across Dorset in week of action
A CRACKDOWN in speeding across Dorset saw more than 200 speed and other offences processed by the police in…
Two motorbikes stolen in Swanage by masked men
TWO motorbikes were stolen overnight in Swanage by three men wearing balaclavas. On October 18, a motorbike on Steer Road…
Bright red rare fungus found in Swanage
EAGLE eyed visitors to a Swanage country park spotted something seemingly alien last week. A bright red fungus—initially mistaken for…
Sam Mendes met with packed house for launch of 2024 Purbeck Film Festival
HOLLYWOOD film director Sam Mendes was met with a packed Mowlem Theatre in Swanage as fans came to see…
More homes planned for Dorset village on edge of approved 140 house estate
CROSSWAYS could see a further nine homes built on the edge of a planned 140 house ‘urban extension’ to…
Dorset celebrates new Lord-Lieutenant cadets
FIVE new cadets have been appointed as Lord-Lieutenant cadets in Dorset for the coming year. The annual honour highlights cadets…
Project helps Purbeck youngsters explore nature
PUPILS have been immersing themselves with the natural beauty Purbeck has to offer thanks to the success of a…
Dorset bikers get revved up for a cause as £8,000 raised for charity
A MOTORBIKE ride out raised more than £8,000 for the life-saving charity DocBike which helps people injured in motorbike…
Man throws dog poo at walker’s face in Poole
A MAN reportedly threw a bag of dog faeces at another dog walker in Poole before attacking her further. Police…
Youngsters can learn hands-on stunt skills at Purbeck Film Festival
THE next generation of stunt man and women can learn from some of the industry’s very best at this…