Batteries left in bin sets recycling vehicle ablaze
PEOPLE are being reminded to not dispose of batteries in their recycling bin after it set a recycling collection…
Review: Snow White dazzles in Tivoli’s panto spectacle
IT’S that time of year again when Made to Measure productions pulled out all the stops this festive season…
Fire service issues safety warning after wheat bag catches fire
FIREFIGHTERS have issued a warning to those that use microwavable wheat bags to stay warm. Wheat bags are sealed bags…
Shocking stats reveal 13% increase in pet neglect in Dorset
524 ANIMAL neglect incidents were reported in Dorset from January to September this year – and the RSPCA said…
Five arrests – and slavery concerns – after spate of vehicle thefts across East Dorset
TWO people have been arrested on suspicion of holding a person in slavery or servitude as part of an…
Ferndown and Wimborne in the running to be 2026 Town of Culture
FERNDOWN and Wimborne have been shortlisted to be the 2026 Town of Culture. The winning town will be chosen by…
Emergency response at Sandbanks, Poole after man seen in water
SANDBANKS in Poole saw a big emergency services presence this morning (December 17) after a man was seen in…
“Abusive man” tried to kick people in Poole Park
A MAN reportedly tried to kick two people in Poole Park last week. Police said a man shouted at members…
Serious injury for man in 60s following hit-and-run near Upton
A MAN in his 60s suffered a serious leg injury after a car hit a vehicle near Upton before…
Man in his 80s dies in West Moors crash
A PEDESTRIAN in his 80s has died following a car crash in West Moors. A black Nissan X-Trail hit a…