News from Wareham Town Council – December report
By Julie Bradshaw. FEELING chilly or looking for some company? Call in to the ‘warm space’ at the library on…
Top tips to beat the burglar
By Lorraine Gibson. DORSET Police remind us that many burglaries are committed by thieves gaining entry through unlocked doors or…
Finance firm’s staff in 12-hour workout to raise money for charity cause
PROPERTY finance specialists at a Poole firm traded mortgages for miles during a 12-hour charity fundraiser. More than half of…
Courses could add up to total budget success
By Lorraine Gibson. CAN’T put two and two together? Don’t know your fractions from your factors? You’re not alone. National…
Nice catch on coldest day of year
THE Poole and Wimborne Fly Fishers Christmas match took place as usual at Manningford Trout Fishery on what was…
Could you help Dorset Police cadets?
COULD you help young people improve their understanding of the law, their communication skills and teamwork? If so, Dorset…
Nigel marks three decades of service
THE average house price was £53,000 and inflation stood at 6.88%. The year is 1992 and Nigel Smith, pictured, has…
High ropes plan sparks concerns
PLANS for a new high ropes course at a Swanage outdoor centre have been submitted – prompting objections. The scheme…
Club aces jumpers
TENNIS players served up an ace display of Christmas jumpers during a special event. The annual Swanage Tennis Club Christmas…
Giant fungi and dinosaur footprints: Five world records with a Dorset link
FROM dinosaur footprints to giant pumpkins, Dorset has its fair share of record holders – but they might not…