Cannon fire to once again ring out around Corfe Castle
HISTORY is coming to life at Corfe Castle next weekend. The 11th century castle will host a dramatic re-enactment of ‘The…
Piece of Thomas Hardy history back in Dorset after two decades across the Atlantic
A PIECE of Dorset’s literary heritage has returned to the county after it went up for sale in the…
Plans for flood defence scheme on last remaining undefended waterfront in Poole town centre
A NEW flood defence scheme is being developed in Poole town centre, the Old Town and surrounding areas to…
Tools stolen in early-hours raid at garage in Poole
TOOLS and accessories were stolen from a garage in Poole. Police are investigating thefts from an address in Lilliput Road…
Enjoy classic silent comedy at Wareham Silent Film Weekender
ANOTHER weekend of classic silent film comedy is coming to Wareham next month. Dorset’s oldest cinema, The Rex Wareham, along…
Police hunt vandals who threw brick through Dorchester window
POLICE are hunting vandals who threw a brick through the window of a property in Dorchester. The incident, in Mellstock…
Olympic heroes in Poole and Christchurch praised by BCP leader
ATHLETES from Christchurch and Poole who took home medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics Games have been praised for…
Nine arrested and 15 year old charged after stabbing in Poole
A 15-year old boy has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a stabbing in Vale Road in Poole. Dorset…
Jurassic Coast walk raises more than £50,000 for Dorset charities supporting older people
GRASSROOT charities in Dorset that combat social isolation for those aged over 65 will receive a financial boost after…
Cruelty to dogs on the rise in Dorset, RSPCA stats reveal
“HEARTBREAKING” new figures reveal that reports of cruelty to dogs in Dorset have risen over the past year, the…