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Stronghold of Happiness comes to Dorchester on September 30

Love story set in war-time Dorset coming to Dorchester stage

A STAGE play set in Dorset that tells the story of a couple caught up in war-time struggles will…

Comedian Laura Rose Treen is delighted with her award. Picture: Dave

Funniest joke of Edinburgh Fringe 2023 revealed: Full top 10

THE funniest joke of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023 has been revealed in a poll of comedy fans. Each year…

Police are keen to trace these people. Pictures: Dorset Police

Police release CCTV images after burglary at Poole garages

POLICE in Poole are keen to trace these people after a burglary in the town. The incident happened at a…

The alleged incidents happened before and after people got on a bus to Blandford from Poole bus station. Picture: Google

Man allegedly kissed woman at bus stop and abused passengers

A MAN allegedly kissed a woman as she waited for a bus – before being abusive to passengers on…

Chris Payne of Green Folk and marathon swimmer Oly Rush

‘Human fish’ Oly in final prep for Greek island swim

DORSET’S very own ‘human fish’ is preparing for his next challenge – swimming around the Greek island of…

Landance at the Maumbury Rings. Picture: Brendan Buesnel

Free Landance performances in Swanage open for bookings

TWO special contemporary dance performances are set to take place in Swanage next month – including an accessible show. At…

John Wetton

Concert in memory of rock legend John Wetton raises cash for Christchurch hospice

THE family of Dorset-raised rock legend John Wetton have livestreamed a memorial concert benefitting the Christchurch hospice where he…

The sensory backpacks are free to hire at Brownsea Island. Picture: National Trust

New sensory backpacks on offer at Brownsea Island to enhance SEND experience

NEW backpacks that enhance the experience of visitors with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are now free to…

The new-look Grange Gallery building in the heart of Wareham

Couple restore landmark Wareham shopfront – and open to the public

A LANDMARK Wareham building has been lovingly restored and re-opened as a gallery and furniture business. Dorset designers and furniture…

Advice on offer as students pick up their exam results

STUDENTS, teachers and parents are being thanked for their efforts on A Level results day. Young people across the country…