Category: Dorset

Dorset’s Douch Family Funeral Directors have recognised two staff members who have been with the company for more than 20 years each.

Verwood’s Crane Valley Golf Club has announced the appointment of Stewart Rennie as captain of the club’s thriving, 220-strong seniors’ section. Former Poulner Primary head teacher Roger Bonfield takes the vice captain’s chair in preparation for assuming the captaincy next year.

Simon Hoare MP for North Dorset has made strong representations to Dorset County Council regarding the proposed closure to bus services across the county. Speaking out during the county council consultation, Simon said: “Bus services are a crucial aspect of public transport and play a particularly important role in rural areas such as North Dorset.…

Three AFC Bournemouth players created a great deal of excitement when they gave a frank interview at Ferndown Upper School yesterday (27 January). PE teacher, Ryan Ellis asked the lads questions, before opening the floor to Year 10 and sixth form students.

Wimborne Model Town is looking forward to playing a major role in the Wimborne History Festival which will run through June and July this year.

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity, is delighted to announce that the children’s team has expanded its play sessions during the school holidays into North Dorset to accommodate children with disabilities, and their siblings, providing families a much-needed break or the chance to meet parents in a similar situation. Sessions will commence during February half-term and…

Stroke survivors were given the opportunity to view their artwork at the launch of a unique exhibition at Bournemouth University. The artwork is the result of a study called ‘HeART of Stroke’ in which stroke survivors were invited to a series of workshops to explore new ways of seeing the world and their identity. The…