New Police Cadet unit launched in Blandford – and adults needed too
YOUNG people in Blandford can now join the newest branch of the Dorset Police Cadets. The new cadet unit officially…
Police issue CCTV appeal after arson attack at Poole cafe
POLICE are keen to trace this person in connection with a suspected arson attack at a Poole cafe. The incident…
Police probe fraudulent payments in Facebook sales in Poole and Bournemouth
FRAUDULENT payments for items sold on Facebook in Poole and Bournemouth are being investigated by police. Officers have released an…
BBC show Escape to the Country seeks recommendations in Blandford
WHAT are the best and most interesting independent businesses in Blandford? That was the question posed by a TV researcher…
Man rescued after jumping overboard during yacht fire
A MAN left “clinging on” to a boat after a fire on a yacht was rescued by lifeboat crews. Volunteers…
EV myths: TV presenter’s group launches ‘myth-busting’ guide – some of the misinformation
A GROUP founded by motoring journalist and TV presenter Quentin Wilson has released a myth-busting book on electric vehicles…
Tasty food and music festival at Upton Country Park to get ready for Glastonbury!
A TASTY festival is on offer at a Dorset food festival in June – just ahead of Glastonbury! The Upton…
Man suffers dislocated shoulder amid brawl at Temple bar in Poole
A BRAWL broke out in a Poole bar – leading to a man who intervened being badly injured in…
Two hectares of heathland in Corfe Mullen damaged by fire
AN unexplained fire damaged around two hectares of heathland at Corfe Mullen last night (April 9). Firefighters were called to…
Wimborne Rotary hands over £1,000 to help adults with reading difficulties
A CHARITY that supports adults learning to read has received a £1,000 boost from a Wimborne group. The Wimborne Rotary…