MP says Boris Johnson ‘was removed for a reason’ as he backs Sunak
SEVERAL Dorset MPs have rallied behind Rishi Sunak as he closes in on the Conservative party membership – and…
Woman raped in Christchurch underpass
A WOMAN was raped in Christchurch in the early hours of this morning (October 21). Detectives are investigating the incident,…
Biker ‘seriously injured’ after A350 crash
A CRASH left a biker with ‘serious injuries’ to his leg. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after…
Dorset MPs reveal who they’re backing in Tory leadership race
NORTH Dorset MP Simon Hoare has announced he is backing Rishi Sunak for Prime Minister – as the region’s…
Beware the inaction of county councillors
Although it is tempting to crow about national politics right now, I want to use this column to focus…
Few would contest wisdom of PM’s policy
Means and ends are the meat and drink of politics. Few would contest the wisdom of our new Prime Minister’s…
Murder mystery resurrected
Godshill Village Hall is resurrecting its very popular murder mystery evening, entitled A Very Vintage Murder, on Friday, October 28,…
A trio of fire, spirit and joy
by Lorraine Gibson. Yet again, Artsreach, Dorset’s touring arts charity, has come up trumps by bringing a uniquely uplifting show…
These two have got to be having a laugh
by Lorraine Gibson. They say that laughter’s the best medicine, so if you’re in need of a bit of a…
Museum aims to unlock past lives through ancient DNA
The Museum of East Dorset is collaborating with the Francis Crick Institute in a nationwide research project. Funded by…