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Conservatives LOSE West Dorset for first ever time in their history.
05/07/2024

Conservatives LOSE West Dorset for first ever time in their history.

The constituency has been Conservative since its formation in 1885

Full results for South Dorset as Labour's Lloyd Hatton beats Conservative Richard Drax
05/07/2024

Full results for South Dorset as Labour's Lloyd Hatton beats Conservative Richard Drax

Hatton won with more than 1,000 votes

Quick round-up and reminder of the candidates in Dorset this General Election. Eight Conservatives will be battling to d...
03/07/2024

Quick round-up and reminder of the candidates in Dorset this General Election. Eight Conservatives will be battling to defend their seats on what could be a dramatic election

Eight seats are up for grabs

Anne Chilcott paid £4,000 to Poole Quay Hotel but has not been able to contact anyone at the venue since it shut suddenl...
26/03/2024

Anne Chilcott paid £4,000 to Poole Quay Hotel but has not been able to contact anyone at the venue since it shut suddenly last week.

Anne Chilcott had paid £4,000 to have her wedding at Poole Quay Hotel - but has heard nothing since it shut without warning

A faulty dehumidifier and electrical fault sparked two fires at the supported living homes in the space of three months....
02/02/2024

A faulty dehumidifier and electrical fault sparked two fires at the supported living homes in the space of three months. One worker was concerned there could be a more serious fire with fatal consequences

"Two fires in a short space of time are very sad and made worse by vulnerable people being there."

The inquest heard there were no suspicious circumstances into his death.
21/12/2023

The inquest heard there were no suspicious circumstances into his death.

A brief inquest was heard on Thursday afternoon

Murderers, s*x offenders, dangerous drivers and drug dealers were jailed at Bournemouth Crown Court this year - with man...
21/12/2023

Murderers, s*x offenders, dangerous drivers and drug dealers were jailed at Bournemouth Crown Court this year - with many making national headlines

Pa******les, drug dealers, dangerous drivers and thugs have been jailed

He thought he was talking to the mother of two young children - but it turned out to be an undercover police officer.
18/12/2023

He thought he was talking to the mother of two young children - but it turned out to be an undercover police officer.

Eckett-Graves made arrangements to travel to Wales

His family said the conditions on board the Bibby Stockholm "were not bad but they were treated by the guards like anima...
18/12/2023

His family said the conditions on board the Bibby Stockholm "were not bad but they were treated by the guards like animals"

Leonard Farruku reportedly paid 4,000 euros to cross the English Channel in a small boat to reach the UK

He was found dead in his hotel room
18/12/2023

He was found dead in his hotel room

The TV writer was found dead in a hotel room two days after his disappearance

15/12/2023

The Red Lion in Hamworthy has a stylish new look and a tasty new menu to tempt customers in this winter.

We went down to try a pie and a pint and see what the buzz was about.

16-year-old Billy Lardner died at the scene
15/12/2023

16-year-old Billy Lardner died at the scene

Friends of the schoolboy launched a fundraiser in his memory which raised more than £19,000

More than 70 people gathered to pay their respects to a man who died on the Bibby Stockholm
15/12/2023

More than 70 people gathered to pay their respects to a man who died on the Bibby Stockholm

Many people on board say they are struggling with their mental health

Firefighters have been called out
14/12/2023

Firefighters have been called out

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue has confirmed the road is closed northbound

Rush hour traffic is facing long delays
14/12/2023

Rush hour traffic is facing long delays

Reports say there have been two crashes along the road

A vigil will take place outside Portland Port tomorrow morning to mourn the asylum seeker who died on the Bibby Stockhol...
14/12/2023

A vigil will take place outside Portland Port tomorrow morning to mourn the asylum seeker who died on the Bibby Stockholm.

The death is being investigated

Immigration delivery minister Tom Pursglove said the cost was “undoubtedly” cheaper than housing asylum seekers in hotel...
14/12/2023

Immigration delivery minister Tom Pursglove said the cost was “undoubtedly” cheaper than housing asylum seekers in hotels.

The cost of the accommodation was set out in a letter to the Home Affairs Committee

A woman in her 70s has suffered serious injuries
13/12/2023

A woman in her 70s has suffered serious injuries

A road closure was put in place while emergency services dealt with the scene. Dorset Police has issued an appeal for witnesses

Hannah and Lee led the pub to victory on Channel 4’s Four in a Bed earlier this year 🍻
13/12/2023

Hannah and Lee led the pub to victory on Channel 4’s Four in a Bed earlier this year 🍻

'We are so excited to show off its new look to our customers'

“To submit new planning application, that is a nine months turnaround and I cannot run my business. Therefore I have no ...
13/12/2023

“To submit new planning application, that is a nine months turnaround and I cannot run my business. Therefore I have no income and cannot trade. I am in limbo and unsure what to do.”

The popular cafe is now in limbo

Long delays are building
13/12/2023

Long delays are building

Drivers could face delays in the area

He's been locked up for his vile crimes
13/12/2023

He's been locked up for his vile crimes

"I don’t want her to be made to suffer anymore"

The outpouring of grief for the asylum seeker who died on board the Bibby Stockholm is clear.
13/12/2023

The outpouring of grief for the asylum seeker who died on board the Bibby Stockholm is clear.

The death is being investigated

Perfect timing for Christmas!
12/12/2023

Perfect timing for Christmas!

Punters can enjoy a drink with some digital darts

A vile attack
12/12/2023

A vile attack

Michael Parker kicked, punched, headbutted and pushed over his victims outside Marroy's. One of his victims suffered serious life-changing injuries

Police are investigating the circumstances
12/12/2023

Police are investigating the circumstances

Dorset Police said the crash took place yesterday evening (December 11). They are now appealing for witnesses to come forward

Tragic news this afternoon
12/12/2023

Tragic news this afternoon

'This is very sad news, anyone taking their life is very tragic'

BREAKING
12/12/2023

BREAKING

The barge has been

Some of the incidents happened in Dorset
11/12/2023

Some of the incidents happened in Dorset

Michael Kellard carried out a number of offences between 2000 and 2005 across the country - including in Dorset

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