Winter Fuel Allowance scam text reported in Dorset
DORSET residents are being warned to stay vigilant after reports of a scam Winter Fuel Allowance text. The text claims…
Fundraiser launched to help Poole community centre recover from break-in
THE Poole community is banding together to help a community centre recover from a recent burglary and vandalism. The Branksome…
Body found in Poole in search for missing Bournemouth woman
POLICE have sadly found a body in their search for missing Bournemouth woman Janette. 65-year-old Janette was last seen at…
Vehicles seized in Verwood over suspected use in fly-tipping
TWO vehicles that were seized by police in Verwood could be disposed of if they are not claimed. A beige…
BCP Council faces £171m SEND black hole
THE leader of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council said the authority faces “imminent financial threat” in light of…
Ringwood man caught with £20,000 of suspected stolen fishing equipment
A 31-YEAR-OLD man from the Ringwood area was arrested after police recovered suspected stolen fishing equipment and tools worth…
Burglars damage Poole community centre and steal items during break-in
ITEMS were stolen and damage caused during a break-in at a Poole community centre. Police are appealing for information after…
Holton Heath fire believed to be deliberate, says fire service
A LARGE fire that broke out near Poole is believed to have been started deliberately. Fire crews worked through the…
Poole pub reopens after £450,000 renovation
A PUB that reopened to guests in Poole earlier this month has undergone a £450,000 renovation. The Ox in Ashley…
Fire crews battle heath blaze through the night in Holton Heath
FIREFIGHTERS have been working through the night to extinguish a fire on a nature reserve near Poole. Smoke was seen…