Dorset takeaways and restaurants make semi-finals in national awards: How to vote
RESTAURANTS in Dorset and beyond have made the semi-finals in a national competition. The finalists have been revealed in the…
Dorset Paralympian and children’s cancer trustee named in New Year’s Honours List
THE King’s New Year Honours List for 2025 has been revealed – and there are a number of people…
Police tracing man after woman slapped during dog walk confrontation
A DOG walker claims she was slapped after challenging a man whose dog was off the lead. The incident unfolded…
Last chance to book your Christmas tree collection – and boost Dorset charity
HOUSEHOLDS thinking about taking down the Christmas decorations are being urged to have their tree recycled – for a…
Gang of teens tries to rob man in his 80s in Dorchester street
A GANG of teenagers tried to rob a man in his 80s in a Dorchester street. The incident happened in…
Victorian steam locomotive set to ‘whistle off’ in Swanage on New Year’s Day
A UNIQUE Victorian locomotive in Swanage, alongside other heritage locomotives across the UK, will sound its whistle on New…
Weather warning in place as 75mph winds expected across the south west
A STORMY start to 2025 is on the cards after a weather warning was issued for the south west. The…
Man arrested after Poole bus crash that left two people injured
A MAN has been arrested after a crash in Poole which left two people with serious injuries. The incident, which…
‘Drunk’ man arrested following early morning assault in Poole
A MAN in his 40s barged a teenager in Poole before punching others in the area. The man was in…
Planned junction improvements near Upton Country Park postponed – again
PLANNED improvements to a notorious junction near Upton Country Park have once again been delayed.