Fears new housing targets could add over 100,000 residents to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
A CAMPAIGN group has issued a stark warning that proposed government housing targets could result in a “unprecedented” population…
How woolly hoods are helping Dora recover from illegal ‘ear cropping’ procedure
DORSET pooch Dora is dealing with cropped ears this winter by wearing a specially-knitted hood – complete with woolly…
Two people injured in Poole car crash
TWO people have been injured in Poole following a car crash near the Hungerford roundabout. Last Wednesday, January 8, a…
Man arrested after shop fronts, four vehicles and telephone box damaged in Poole
A 32-YEAR-old man has been arrested after a wave of criminal damage in Poole on New Year’s Day. Two shop…
‘Heart of Wessex’ mayoral elections planned for May 2026 as part of devolution proposals
ELECTIONS to choose a ‘Heart of Wessex’ mayor are likely to take place in May 2026. Leaders of unitary authorities…
Dream comes true as Dorchester student gets his pilot’s wings – and wins award
A DORCHESTER student has achieved his dream after he performed a solo flight for the first time. James Hall, a…
Calls to speed up clean-up operation in Dorchester following fire
DORCHESTER’S mayor is urging authorities to act “as quickly as possible” to clean up a street and carry out…
Woman reportedly on cocaine during school run among drink/drug driving arrests over Christmas
MORE than 300 calls to police were made by members of the public in Dorset over the festive period…
Dorset businesses urged to take note of these changes to waste collections
NEW rules surrounding waste collections are set to come into place later this year in Dorset. Businesses and organisations will…
Almost 5% increase to council tax proposed in Dorset
DORSET households could see their council tax rise by just under 5% from April. Councillors will today (January 9) debate…