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Full list of fire stations at risk of closure confirmed as service looks to cut costs
FOUR fire stations in Dorset are now under threat of closure, the fire service confirmed.
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Prolific distraction thief who stole from Christchurch jewellers banned from shops
A prolific distraction thief who stole a £5,750 diamond ring from under the nose of an unsuspecting Christchurch jeweller has been banned from nearly every shop in England and Wales for a year.
Beach house cafe temporary structures allowed to 2027
Beach House Café can continue operating from temporary containers with permission extended to the end of 2027.
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Police seize vehicle after hare coursers crash at farm
Dorset Police Rural Crime Team and Hampshire Police have joined forces to tackle a spike in hare coursing and poaching activity across the county.
Benches outside beach house cafe approved
Eight picnic benches beside the Beach House Café in Mudeford has now been officially approved.
Best birdwatching spots in the New Forest revealed
Some of the best birdwatching spots in the New Forest have been revealed.
New Forest housing development set to launch sales
Wyatt Homes is set to launch sales for its Wilberforce Green development.
"Final push" in campaign to buy land surrounding Dorset landmark
A campaign to fund the £330k purchase of land around a Dorset landmark is in its “final push”
Antiques Roadshow experts to visit Dorset next week
A special event featuring Antiques Roadshow experts is heading to Dorset next week
Top performing Dorset secondary schools revealed
The top performing secondary schools in Dorset for 2025 have been revealed.
Dorset MP warns against 'appeasement' towards Donald Trump
Vikki Slade MP criticises UK government for appeasing Donald Trump, warning it risks British values, global security and UN efforts in Gaza.
Bournemouth 7s festival announces dance as ninth official sport
The Bournemouth 7s festival has announced dance as its ninth official sport.
Two centenarian friends celebrate 201 years of memories at special joint party
Each enjoyed a personalised cake - lemon drizzle for Kay and Victoria sponge with strawberries and cream for Beryl.
New £2m investment could cut energy bills in Dorset
Dorset Council's cabinet will consider on January 29 whether to approve £1.3 million for accelerating streetlight upgrades and £700,000.
Nearly 2,000 Christmas trees collected for hospice fundraiser
Julia’s House raised £24,730 through its annual Christmas tree recycling scheme, with supporters booking collections of 1,800 trees
Water company warns against unauthorised use of hydrants
The company has said that unauthorised standpipes could allow dirty water to enter the main supply because the equipment may not be properly cleaned.
Forming gambling addict who lost everything finds new purpose by helping others
James Cooper began gambling at age 17 and quickly fell into addiction throughout his 20s.
Shaftesbury veteran shares memories of 'shameful' war episode
Former Royal Marine Captain Stephen Weall, who grew up in Shaftesbury, served during the Aden Emergency
Police issue advice after thefts from vehicles reported
Police are issuing advice on how to following thefts from vehicles in the area.
Businesses warned after fake bank notes circulate
POLICE are warning businesses to be vigilant after fake bank notes have been circulating in Purbeck.