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The woman was attacked in Queen's Road, Swanage, police said. Picture: Google

Woman pushed to the ground and cash stolen in Swanage robbery

A WOMAN in her 60s was knocked to the ground last week during a robbery in Swanage and police…

Paris 2024 Olympics: Athletes to keep an eye on in Dorset and Somerset

ATHLETES across Somerset and Dorset are in Paris this week representing Team GB at the 2024 Paris Olympics…

Figures from the Office for National Statistics show a rise in reports of shoplifting offences Picture: Dorset Police

Shoplifting on the rise across Dorset

SHOPLIFTING figures have risen in Dorset over the past year but the police say it is “fully committed” to tackling…

The last chick took flight on Monday afternoon Picture: Birds of Poole Harbour

Last osprey chick takes flight in Poole

OSPREY chicks from the only breeding pair of ospreys in the south of England have now all left their…

Body found near Old Harry Rocks in Purbeck

OFFICERS searching for a missing man in Purbeck have found a body near Old Harry Rocks. While formal identification has…

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

Dorset police remains committed to “relentlessly pursue” offenders who commit violence against women and girls

DORSET Police is encouraging women and girls across the county to come forward and speak to officers if…

The e-bikes are expected to arrive later this summer Picture: Beryl

E-bike scheme is coming to Dorchester

A NEW electric bike scheme is being rolled out in Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth later this summer. 

The dolphins put on a show for onlookers Picture and words: Adam Duckett

Dolphins delight Swanage sightseers with pier performance

DOLPHINS thrilled Swanage sightseers yesterday (July 18), leaping from the water next to the town’s pier. The pod of three…

West view of Corfe Castle, Credit National Trust Picture: Mel Peters

Popular storytelling tours at Corfe Castle made available to those who are deaf or have hearing impairments

POPULAR Dorset tourist attraction Corfe Castle is accommodating those with hearing impairments throughout the summer, adding members to…

Employees are hoping to raise more than £12,000 for charity Picture: McCarthy Stone

Jurassic Coast walk on track to raise vital funds for older people support charity

95 WALKERS will make their way along Dorset’s stunning Jurassic Coast path later this month to raise money to…