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The number of households in Dorset that rely on oil for heating is higher than the national average, but help is available for some.

Dorset Council’s Biodiversity Report shows how much work has been done in the county over the past two years.

A £5m programme of works will deal with the huge increase in potholes, road defects and emergency call-outs.

A ceremony will take place at County Hall on Monday 9 March, and local people are invited to attend the flag raising.

Tuesday 24 February marked the anniversary of the start of Russia’s war with Ukraine, and host families are still needed.

Collaboration between BCP and Dorset councils will see more than 3,000 on-street points installed across the county.

Young people will be encouraged to join church choirs as part of a new project in partnership with the Royal School of Church Music.

Chief Constable Amanda Pearson, who spent 33 years in policing and three years in the top job, is to retire this summer.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council have joined 13 other councils in urging the passing of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

Cranborne and Hamworthy are amongst eight stations across Dorset & Wiltshire which could be closed by the fire and rescue authority.