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More homes planned for Dorset village on edge of approved 140 house estate

CROSSWAYS could see a further nine homes built on the edge of a planned 140 house ‘urban extension’ to…

Dorset celebrates new Lord-Lieutenant cadets  

FIVE new cadets have been appointed as Lord-Lieutenant cadets in Dorset for the coming year. The annual honour highlights cadets…

Dorset MP Christopher Chope said Kemi Badenoch was "preoccupied" with her children

Christchurch MP Christopher Chope criticised over comments on Badenoch’s family role

CONSERVATIVE party leadership hopefuls Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick both have three children. Yet, despite their familial parity, Dorset Tory…

Project helps Purbeck youngsters explore nature

PUPILS have been immersing themselves with the natural beauty Purbeck has to offer thanks to the success of a…

Police are keen to trace this person after an incident in Dorchester. Picture: Dorset Police

Police warning after spate of vehicle crime in Dorchester

POLICE are warning drivers to do what they can to deter thieves after a spate of vehicle crime in…

Dorset bikers get revved up for a cause as £8,000 raised for charity

A MOTORBIKE ride out raised more than £8,000 for the life-saving charity DocBike which helps people injured in motorbike…

Man throws dog poo at walker’s face in Poole

A MAN reportedly threw a bag of dog faeces at another dog walker in Poole before attacking her further. Police…

Thousands of young people took part in Dorset Coding Day. Picture: Dorset Council

More than 7,000 young people get coding in Dorset

MORE than 7,000 young people got techie during a special event across Dorset. Dorset Coding Day 2024 saw record numbers…

Youngsters can learn hands-on stunt skills at Purbeck Film Festival

THE next generation of stunt man and women can learn from some of the industry’s very best at this…

Around 25 vehicles were targeted in the Northport Drive area of Wareham. Picture: Google

Police appeal after 25 number plates damaged or stolen in Wareham

AROUND 25 number plates have been stolen or damaged overnight in Wareham. Dorset Police said the incidents occurred between around…