Dorset charity celebrates volunteers and supporters
STARS Dorset held its annual summer social along with patron Jeff Mostyn.
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Ringwood marks 800 years of history
On Sunday 12 July, Ringwood celebrated of the granting of its royal market charter 800 years ago.
Welcome back, swifts!
Schoolchildren from Witchampton First School’s eco team gave a presentation to pupils at St John’s First School in June all about the common swift, as the birds have recently returned to nest in Wimborne Minster, having completed a 6,000-mile journey from Africa to breed in the UK.
High Sheriff walking the county lines of Dorset
The High Sheriff of Dorset, Dr Helena Conibear DL, has set out on a 216-mile trek around Dorset’s border to raise awareness of county lines and child exploitation.
Residents fight local development plans
Two communities in Colehill are fighting plans for the inclusion of adjacent land in Dorset Council’s Draft Local Plan.
Body found in search for Ferndown man
The body, believed to be that of a 78-year-old man who went missing on 26 June, has been found in the area of Badger’s Walk.
West Parley teen athlete is Young Achiever of the Year
Ellie Tompkins, 14, has been awarded a bursary from Wimborne Rotary in partnership with the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation.
Wildfire warning in Dorset for the weekend
Due to the continued hot and dry weather, Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to be vigilant.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole fails in Town of Culture bid
Despite disappointment, BCP council has highlighted positive outcomes following the 2028 bid, citing strengthened cultural partnerships.