Paul Jones

New opening hours for Dorset libraries move a step closer: Check yours

LIBRARIES in Dorset could see changes to their opening hours under new plans. Dorset Council’s new library strategy was approved…

WATCH: Hospice charity launches animated video in bid to raise awareness and funds

A HOSPICE charity serving people in Purbeck and beyond has taken to animation in a bid to raise awareness…

Police warning after five garage break-ins in Poole area

POLICE have issued a warning after five garage break-ins in the Poole area. Officers are urging the public to remain…

Sophie completes MND fundraising walk in memory of mum

A THEATRE company manager has raised more than £4,000 for charity in memory of her mother. Sophie Acreman recently watched…

Ambulance service in Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire hit by cyber attack

THE ambulance service serving Wiltshire, Somerset and Dorset has been hit by a cyber attack. The South Western Ambulance Service…

How dance helps young people with autism at a Dorset school

THE use of dance and movement as a communication tool for young people with autism at a Dorset school…

The Vikings are coming to Dorset! But only for fun…

THE Vikings are coming – and every good Saxon is being urged to be ready to defend their territory! But…

Planning sought for Wimborne slip and slide that’s already open

A PLANNING application has been submitted for a slip and slide attraction near Wimborne – that is already open. The…

Use a Buttholder on the beach in Dorset this summer

HANDHELD ashtrays known as ‘Buttholders’ will be distributed as part of a campaign to keep beaches clean during the…

Woman suffers ‘serious’ injuries in crash near Bournemouth Airport

A WOMAN suffered serious injuries after a crash near Bournemouth Airport on Saturday (July 22). The incident, involving a dark…