News

Cecilia Barton celebrated her 105th birthday at Great Oaks

Former Come Dancing performer waltzes into 105th year at Dorset care home

A FORMER Poole hotel worker – and keen dancer – has waltzed on to the ripe old age of…

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…

Hundreds of pounds worth of goods have been stolen from Boots in Christchurch. Pictures: Dorset Police

Women sought after Christchurch Boots targeted three times by thieves

POLICE are keen to trace these people – who are believed to be connected to three incidents of shoplifting…

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…

UK roadworks lifted from TODAY to help ease Christmas journeys

ROADWORKS are being put on hold from today in a bid to make people’s journeys for Christmas as smooth…

Arson probe after fire started at Christchurch property

A FIRE was started at a property in Christchurch. Detectives are investigating after a suspected arson attack at a property…

Luckily, no one was injured by the fire Picture: Dorset Council Waste Services

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…

Wheat bags are popular around winter Picture: DW Fire and Rescue

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…