Volunteers’ 40 years of dedication
A PAIR of Citizens Advice volunteers with a combined service of more than 40 years have retired from their…
Free swimming on offer to young people over the Christmas break
YOUNG people can enjoy free swimming this Christmas. Dorset Council residents under the age of 16 are able to access…
Could you help tree-planting effort?
by Lorraine Gibson. ‘HOW great would it be to take shade with your family or friends in your local park…
Youths injured in masked attack
A GROUP of masked youths attacked two teenagers in Christchurch, leaving the victims with head injuries. The incident unfolded at…
Extra benefits for blue badge holders
DORSET drivers with a blue badge can now apply for a special permit allowing them to park in council-run…
New chief for Lighthouse charity
A FORMER TV executive has taken over as chair of the Poole Arts Trust, the charity that runs the…
Man jailed after hotel gun find
A MAN has been jailed after a firearm was found in a hotel room in Poole. Thomas David Brown, of…
Wareham events give charity boost
TWO major events in Wareham have benefited a charity that supports people and families through difficult times. The Allison Campbell…
Santas take to the streets for charity
MORE than 120 Santas took to the banks of the Stour for a special charity fun run. The Santa Stour…
A look back across 12 months of looking over Dorset coastline
As we come to the close of the year, it’s often time to reflect on what’s happened over the…