Home offers respite for Dorset families of children with autism or learning disabilities
“OFTEN, families can feel like they’re on the brink due to the tremendous pressures they face.” Those are the words…
Marina’s colourful mural delights youngsters on children’s ward at DCH
CHILDREN at Dorset County Hospital are enjoying a colourful welcome thanks to the work of a renowned artist. Marina Renee-Cemmick,…
Poole florist backing cancer charity with bouquets after her own diagnosis
IN June last year, florist Kerry O’Brien received the news everyone fears. She was diagnosed with breast cancer. Having gone…
Former Swanage Police Station up for sale – for £1.2 million
A FORMER police station in Swanage is up for sale – for £1.2 million – complete with cells and…
PICTURES: Bikers roar in to Poole care home motorbike display
RESIDENTS at a Poole care home were thrilled by the roar of engines during a special classic bike show. The…
Best in the county crowned at Dorset Business Awards
THE best of Dorset business was honoured at a glittering awards ceremony – which returned for the first time…
Swanage Carnival hands out £27k to charities – as stalwart steps down
MORE than 20 good causes received donations of more than £27,000 from Swanage Carnival fundraisers – as one…
Culture of “misogyny and and sexism” at Dorset & Wiltshire fire service: Report
AN “underlying culture of misogyny and sexism” remains in the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS), an…
Dorset Police issue warning over social media scammers
SOCIAL media users in Dorset are being targeted by scammers, according to police. And as part of Cyber Security Awareness…
Probe after holdalls full of suspected cocaine found on Purbeck beaches
AN investigation is underway after a “significant quantity” of suspected cocaine started appearing on Dorset beaches. The National Crime Agency…