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Arrest in probe over Sandbanks burglaries and Bournemouth street robbery

A MAN has been arrested in connection with reported burglaries in the Sandbanks area of Poole and an alleged…

Arrests after Poole charity shops targeted by burglars

THREE men have been arrested after a series of break-ins at Poole charity shops. The incidents took place between around…

Mayor drops in to wish Florence a happy 100th birthday

THE Mayor of Blandford joined in the fun during a day of celebration to mark one resident’s 100th birthday. Councillor…

New house clearance shop opens in Ringwood

A NEW house clearance shop has opened in Ringwood – offering bargains for a good cause. Mayor of Ringwood, Cllr…

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Christchurch fire death

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman in her 80s died after a Christchurch…

CCTV image released after electric bike stolen from outside Christchurch hotel

AN electric bike has been stolen from outside a Christchurch hotel. Dorset Police have released a CCTV image of a…

Wilko in Ferndown set for Poundland conversion after sites sold

WILKO in Ferndown is set to become a Poundland after a deal for the budget chain to buy up…

Blandford’s oldest resident – Annie ‘Nan’ Dennett – has passed away at 110

ANNIE ‘Nan’ Dennett – who turned 110 in July – has passed away. Tributes have been paid to Nan, a…

Dorset families urged to check on free school meals: Here’s how

FAMILIES are being urged to check if their children are eligible for free school meals – saving them up…

Dorset Chamber shortlisted for national award

A DORSET business group has been shortlisted for a national award. The Dorset Chamber is a finalist in the Chamber…