Shaftesbury9 hrs agoMurder accused man appears in courtMichael Bretton, who is charged with murdering Craig Hurcombe, is remanded in custody.9 hrs ago1 day agoMan charged with murder after remains foundMichael Bretton is charged with murder over the disappearance of Wiltshire man Craig Hurcombe.1 day ago5 Jan 2026Landslip road closes for year-long safety worksDorset Council previously said there was a risk of a fatality unless stabilisation works went ahead.5 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Landslip road to close for a year for safety worksDinah's Hollow will be closed to traffic for most of 2026 for slope stabilisation works.16 Dec 202512 Nov 2025Tip booking system pushed back to 'early 2026'Residents will need to book to use tips at Dorchester, Wimborne, Shaftesbury and Sherborne.12 Nov 202527 Sep 2025In pictures: Flower festival shows county heritageFloral fantasies on the theme of "Delights of Dorset" are on show at Wimborne Flower Festival.27 Sep 202525 Sep 2025'Father of modern interior design' church reopensSt Bartholomew's Church has been closed since April while renovation work has been carried out.25 Sep 202528 Aug 2025Misuse of medication 'intractable problem' at jailThe PPO's investigation found Sheldon Jeans' treatment at HMP Guys Marsh was satisfactory.28 Aug 202530 Jul 2025Coroner urges crackdown on prison 'hooch'Inmate Sheldon Jeans took an illicitly brewed alcoholic "hooch" mix that contributed to his death. 30 Jul 2025...
