Dorset Police has opened a new entry route for people wishing to join the force. The Police/Detective Constable Entry Programme (PCEP/DCEP) is a vocational route designed specifically for those who ...

Environmentalists fear for wildlife in Dorset as Labour’s ‘disappointing’ planning reforms pose a threat to beauty spots ...

In total 49 children from Dorchester Middle School submitted artwork for the Young Rotary Artist Competition. Competing at the local area stage of the national competition, pupils won the top award in ...

The future of a disused leisure centre hangs in the balance, as the trust works to reopen the pool for use by the school and community clubs.

Paul Edwards was 17 and studying for his A-levels when he was knocked off his motorbike, suffering multiple fractures.

More details have emerged about Dorset Council’s ongoing parking review – with a focus on people struggling to park near their homes ...

Trainline has issued a warning to Brits who are travelling via train to Oasis shows across the UK this summer.

A MUCH-loved independent book shop is to close its doors for the final time today.  John Ritchie of Boats Afloat in Park Street, Weymouth is calling it a day after 40 years. John has been forced to ...

IN an exhilarating high-scoring encounter, Portland Red Triangle CC chased down a formidable total of 324 to defeat the Royal Challengers in style, ...

It appears to be the latest version of plans by the Israeli government to maintain lasting control over the territory.

FARM buildings proposed for conversion to homes feature in the latest new planning proposals for the North Dorset area.

Roman Starovoit, who served in his post as transport minister for a little over a year, was found dead from a gunshot wound.