Man sentenced over tragic crash that killed ‘superhero’ Jill Crisp in Christchurch
A MAN has avoided jail after admitting causing the death of a 79-year-old woman by careless or inconsiderate driving. Jill…
Schools closed as snow hits in Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire: Full list
DOZENS of schools are closed today after snow hit Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire overnight. Children will be rejoicing as they…
Dorset to star in new Sir David Attenborough series Wild Isles
‘THE richness of the Purbeck landscape’ features at the heart of a new series – the last to be…
Fresh plans to extend Sturminster Marshall Golf Club restaurant submitted
FRESH plans to extend the clubhouse at Sturminster Marshall Golf Club have been submitted – five months after an…
When do the clocks go forward in the UK – and why?
THE evenings are getting longer as spring approaches. And the question on everyone’s lips is – when do the clocks…
Queen Victoria’s sketchbook sold by Sherborne auction house
A SKETCHBOOK that once belonged to Queen Victoria – and was due to go up for auction in Sherborne…
Volunteers wanted to help patients at Dorset hospital
VOLUNTEERS are being sought to join a group dedicated to helping patients at Dorset County Hospital (DCH). People are being…
Dorset ‘convicts’ released from prison after raising charity cash
PRISONERS at a Dorset jail – serving time for crimes including ‘being a fair-weather football fan’ – had to…
Firm submits hotel plan for new Wimborne restaurant building
A NEW restaurant set to open in Wimborne has now applied to create a hotel on the first and…
Man racially abused during Blandford assault, say police
A MAN was racially abused during an assault in a Blandford street. The incident occurred in Salisbury Street at around…