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Wimborne BID manager Tammy Sleet with Wimborne hair salon owner James Harris-Hawkins Picture: Wimborne BID

Wimborne businesses urged to back BID

BUSINESSES across Wimborne are being asked to take part in a consultation to see what services and opportunities should…

Ringwood teen sentenced after stealing motor oil and sweets

A TEENAGE shoplifter from Ringwood has been handed a three-month youth rehabilitation order after pleading guilty to two shoplifting…

Businesses may need to invest in new recycling bins and signage as part of the new rules Picture: Dorset Council

Dorset businesses urged to take note of these changes to waste collections

NEW rules surrounding waste collections are set to come into place later this year in Dorset. Businesses and organisations will…

Police want to identify this man Picture: Dorset Police

Almost £2,000 worth of cigarettes stolen from Sturminster Marshall shop

ALMOST £2,000 worth of cigarettes and tobacco were stolen from The Spar shop in Sturminster Marshall. The Spar in Station…

Samways & Son, in Leigh Road, Wimborne, was targeted by vandals. Picture: Google

Police appeal after shop window smashed at Wimborne bike shop

A SHOP window in Wimborne was smashed by vandals – and police want to track the culprits down. Officers are…

The dog parks could be created on land near Colehill, Wimborne. Pictures: Google/Pixabay

Plan for new dog walking parks in woodland near Wimborne

PLANS for a dog walking park near Wimborne have been submitted. The scheme, by CL Planning on behalf of Ms…

The awards ceremony takes place at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth on February 6 Picture: Dorset Tourism Awards

Finalists revealed for Dorset Tourism Awards

59 BUSINESSES and organisations across Dorset have been highlighted for the work they do to further tourism in the…

The branch reaffirmed its promise to stay in the town - at least until 2028 Picture: Nationwide

“We’re here to stay”: Celebrating 50 years of Wimborne Nationwide

THE Wimborne branch of Nationwide is celebrating its 50th year of serving customers on the High Street. The branch, which…

The project involved many community groups, businesses and schools Picture: Andy Wilson

Fordingbridge community works together to revive town centre

A CHARITY has been brightening up empty shop windows in Fordingbridge’s town centre, thanks to the support of the…

Broadstone School pupil Tilly-Rose Lynch made her on-screen debut Picture: Wimborne BID

Watch the Wimborne Christmas advert inspired by the Yellow Pages

A CHRISTMAS advert showcasing the wide array of businesses Wimborne has to offer racked up more than 50,000 views…