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Body found near Old Harry Rocks in Purbeck

OFFICERS searching for a missing man in Purbeck have found a body near Old Harry Rocks. While formal identification has…

Serious sexual offences and stalking and harassment offences have decreased in Dorset over the last year Picture: Dorset Police

Dorset police remains committed to “relentlessly pursue” offenders who commit violence against women and girls

DORSET Police is encouraging women and girls across the county to come forward and speak to officers if…

The plans would see 93 homes built on the former Harrow House International College site in Swanage. Pictures: ACG Architects/Dorset Council

Plans for more than 90 homes on Swanage school site revealed

MORE than 90 new homes could be built on a former school site in Swanage. A planning application has been…

The e-bikes are expected to arrive later this summer Picture: Beryl

E-bike scheme is coming to Dorchester

A NEW electric bike scheme is being rolled out in Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth later this summer. 

The dolphins put on a show for onlookers Picture and words: Adam Duckett

Dolphins delight Swanage sightseers with pier performance

DOLPHINS thrilled Swanage sightseers yesterday (July 18), leaping from the water next to the town’s pier. The pod of three…

Cllr Nick Ireland, inset, put forward the nature emergency motion. Pictures: Dorset Council

‘Nature emergency’ declaration in Dorset backed by leaders

DORSET is in a “nature emergency”. The declaration came at a meeting of Dorset Council on Thursday (July 18), when…

West view of Corfe Castle, Credit National Trust Picture: Mel Peters

Popular storytelling tours at Corfe Castle made available to those who are deaf or have hearing impairments

POPULAR Dorset tourist attraction Corfe Castle is accommodating those with hearing impairments throughout the summer, adding members to…

Employees are hoping to raise more than £12,000 for charity Picture: McCarthy Stone

Jurassic Coast walk on track to raise vital funds for older people support charity

95 WALKERS will make their way along Dorset’s stunning Jurassic Coast path later this month to raise money to…

Jack Dee is set to perform in Swanage in October. Picture: Mowlem Theatre

Jack Dee in Swanage: Tickets sell out in just 10 minutes

A SHOW by legendary comedian Jack Dee in Swanage sold out less than 10 minutes after tickets went…

Don't miss your chance to get your hands on tickets Picture: Poole Harbour Festival

Poole Harbour Festival: Get your hands on the hottest ticket in town

TIME is running out to secure your chance to see huge acts including Razorlight, Toploader and The South, featuring…