‘He should die in prison’: Daughter of Fordingbridge murder victims speaks out
IN September 1986, Fordingbridge – and indeed the UK – were left shocked and horrified after the merciless killing…
Route between Shaftesbury and Blandford closed after three-vehicle crash
A MAIN route between Blandford and Shaftesbury is closed after a crash. Dorset Police said the Higher Shaftesbury Road is…
Ringwood Brewery to close – and site sold off
THE landmark Ringwood Brewery is to close – with the loss of 10 jobs. Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC), which…
Work to bring full-fibre broadband to Dorset villages continues this month
RURAL Dorset villages are set to get a broadband boost in the new year as work to bring full-fibre…
More than £6 million available for Dorset business and community projects
LEVELLING up cash will be available for Dorset businesses, community groups and organisations from next week.
XR Wimborne demonstrating in town during COP28 in UAE
EXTINCTION Rebellion will be out in Wimborne this week to mark the global COP28 event, taking place in the…
Window and vehicle damaged in Poole attempted break-in
WOULD-BE burglars damaged a window and a vehicle at a property in Poole. Police said at around 11pm on Wednesday,…
Wimborne dog rescue charity in Christmas appeal as demand surges
A WIMBORNE dog rescue is appealing for support this Christmas as demand for help skyrockets. The cost-of-living crisis, the pandemic…
Festive lantern parade lights up Fordingbridge for Christmas
FORDINGBRIDGE was lit up by lanterns for Christmas as part of a special event. More than 100 people, including children,…
The Dolphin pub in Blandford re-opens after £150,000 makeover: Pictures
A POPULAR Blandford pub has re-opened after a £135,000 makeover. The Dolphin, in East Street, has been refurbished after award-winning…