New police boats will ‘help keep people safe’ along Dorset coastline
DORSET Police has welcomed two new vessels which they say will help find people missing at sea as well…
Sturminster Marshall church’s fundraising efforts sees it win award
ST Mary’s Church in Sturminster Marshall is officially the best fundraising parish of the year for Dorset Historic Churches. This…
Care home marks VE Day with songs, stories and afternoon tea
STAFF at a care home in Landford pulled out all the stops so residents could enjoy a special VE…
Lidl set to open new store in Poole
LIDL has been granted planning permission to open up a new store in Poole. The new store is set to…
Plans approved to bring “unique” coastal homes to Christchurch
PLANS to turn derelict buildings in Christchurch into 10 contemporary coastal homes have been approved. Pennyfarthing Homes now has planning…
Flat planned for former Upton funeral directors
A FORMER funeral directors in Upton could be converted into a one-bed flat if plans are approved. Neya Property Holdings…
Fire blows manhole covers open in Poole
MANHOLE covers were reportedly blown open in Poole yesterday (April 24) due to an underground fire. Dorset & Wiltshire Fire…
Witness appeal after front door smashed in Poole attempted burglary
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an attempted burglary in Poole last week. A man reportedly smashed the glass on…
Jousting knights and daredevil riders to wow crowds at Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show
MEDIEVAL knights will be battling it out for the very first time at this year’s Gillingham…
Poole care home residents get revved up for vintage car rally
CARE home residents Sandbanks were thrilled to see a host of vintage cars roll into the car park for…