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Benjamin Albin. Photo: Dorset Police

Swanage man, 25, jailed for ‘controlling’ former partner

A MAN has been jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour involving a former partner. Benjamin David Jason Albin, of Swanage,…

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Man in critical condition after assault at Poole pub

A MAN is in a critical condition after being attacked by a shirtless man in a Poole pub. Police are…

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Dorset gamekeeper guilty of buzzard charges

A DORSET gamekeeper has admitted being in possession of the remains of birds of prey, as well as keeping…

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Aldi names Dorset and South Somerset towns on target list for new stores

BUDGET supermarket chain Aldi is eyeing a string of sites in Dorset and South Somerset. The cut-price giant says it…

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Weather warning issued for heavy rain in Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire this week

FLOODING could hit homes in North Dorset, South Somerset and parts of Wiltshire this week as a weather warning…

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Advice ahead of ambulance strike in Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset

PEOPLE are being urged to ‘think carefully’ before calling an ambulance during industrial action on Wednesday (January 11). The South…

Dorset Neuro Physio

The importance of exercise: Why do I have balance problems and what can I do about it?

AS a physiotherapist, one of my roles is to advocate exercise and an active lifestyle. As well as specialising…

George Mandry. Photo: Dorset Police

Wanted George Mandry fails to appear in court over driving charge

A MAN accused of causing serous injury by dangerous driving failed to appear in court – prompting a police…

Gordon with, left, driver John Reid in his RAF uniform and right, son, Alan

Veteran enjoys letter from The King

A WORLD War Two veteran got Royal approval for his efforts in a letter from King Charles III. Gordon Forsey…

Lorna Parsons (centre) receives her Chef of the Year award from ITV presenter Matt Johnson and Jo Wildman, director of compliance, governance and quality Caring Homes

Care home chef triumphs at national awards

By Lorraine Gibson. DORSET care home chef Lorna Parsons had a taste of triumph when she was crowned Chef of…