The doors of a relaunched village pub were finally flung open as it began a new life as a community venture.

A former London advertising executive who has found happiness as a charcoal burner in west Dorset talks to Joanna Davis about his inspiring memoir Burn.

CHURCHES in Dorset are being warned to remain vigilant amid fears of a rise in metal theft as the last Covid-related restrictions lift.

AMID a rise in reports of catalytic converter theft across Dorset some key advice has been issued in a bid to better deter thieves from targeting your vehicles.

Last week I wrote about using ultrasound to diagnose heart conditions in pets and ended by asking the question – “when would we recommend a heart scan for your pet?”.

The new Downton Abbey film has once again been written by Dorchester resident Julian Fellowes. Laura Harding meets the cast of the eagerly awaited sequel as they enter A New Era.

CHURCHES in Dorset are being warned to remain vigilant amid fears of a rise in metal theft as the last Covid-related restrictions lift.

Minogue and Donovan starred in more than 700 Neighbours episodes between them between 1986 and 1989 as they portrayed Scott and Charlene Robinson.

Here's a selection of Star Wars gifts you can treat yourself or a loved one to this May 4.

A vet has revealed the dangers spring can pose to pets – see the list and find out how to protect your four-legged friends.

A welcome meeting with a Ukrainian refugee and host families was held to explore how the town can offer the best support to newcomers arriving to the town.

EFFORTS to introduce a new law that would give farm animals better protection are moving forward at pace.

I find it offensive that Chris Loder (“Letters” page, 20/4/22) uses the appalling situation in Ukraine as a reason to continue supporting Boris Johnson.

PLANS for thousands of home north of Dorchester may have been dealt a fatal blow by concerns from Wessex Water.

RESIDENTS and visitors to Dorset are being asked to stop and think when it comes to getting medical help over what is expected to be another busy bank holiday.

POLICE have issued an urgent warning to residents in Dorset to be aware of courier fraudsters.

DORSET Council is now looking after 30 unaccompanied asylum children – more than triple the number at the start of the year.

An expert offers tips on getting together with others to grow your own flowers, plants and veg.

This is a copy of my message to our MP (Chris Loder) after hearing him, on the radio, expressing his confusion about the Archbishop of Canterbury’s damning judgement of the Tory party going into the business of people trafficking:- “I heard you ...

Parish said he would be fully co-operating with investigators on this matter

See the out-of-this-world gifts, gadgets and merchandise that you can get for the Space lover in your life.

There are a number of hostels that stand well above the rest that are still affordable to go to in the UK

LEGO has released new Lightyear sets for Buzzlight year fans to buy and build.

It’s the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year but that’s not all she’s got to celebrate as the value of Her Majesty’s prominent palaces are revealed.

One tip to repel spiders is proving popular - and it’s budget friendly too.

MORE than 30 acres of farmland described as ‘a dream for environmentalists’ has been put up for sale - with a guide price of £350,000.

A FUND set up to help disabled people pursue their chosen sport has just been wound up, having distributed more than £30,000.

CONSERVATIVE MP Neil Parish has been revealed as the Member of Parliament accused of watching pornography in the House of Commons.

Let's rock - Lyme Regis Fossil Festival returns this bank holiday weekend.

Three women in art are to display their work at Eype Centre for the Arts in an exhibition called Card, Chalk and Clay.

DORSET residents are being urged to remain vigilant while on the phone following a number of reports of scammers posing as police officers.

The prestigious Dorset Tourism Awards are now open for entry with businesses from across the county being encouraged to take part.

POLICE are urging residents in Dorset to ensure they report any incidents of catalytic converter theft.

BUDGET supermarket Aldi has provided more than 2,500 meals to charities within Dorset across the recent Easter break.

Nadine Dorries said the BBC’s model was “completely outdated”.

Martin Lewis has teamed up with Which? to tackle the latest scam targeting unsuspecting victims using his name.

THE Friends of Bridport Millennium Green would like to thank all those who participated in their recent Garden Fair. Without all the members and the public who brought plants, tools, pots and other garden related items, and helped with selling, setti...

Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

DOGS, cats, horses and rabbits are looking for their forever homes in Dorset.

Forecasters are predicting unseasonal weather for the long weekend with warmer temperatures although a north and south divide will be evident.

Conservative MP Neil Parish has been revealed as the MP accused of watching pornography in the House of Commons.

The overall average life expectancy for pet dogs was 11.2 years, with some fairing better than that

Here's a selection of Downton Abbey inspired experiences from Buyagift.

Devices being left on standby can cost households additional money on their electricity bills

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has not ruled out the prospect of scrapping annual vehicle checks.

Get the BBQ on this weekend with this huge hamper from MuscleFood.

The end is in sight for Bridport's pioneering housing scheme for local people as its gets ready to welcome people this summer.

Bridport Town Council has proposed a new scheme that would see residents able to hire electric cars and bikes.

I was not elected to Parliament to make easy decisions, but to do what I believe is best for our country whilst advocating for West Dorset and listening to my colleagues as they make their case to the House and share their views.

DORSET will host 117 Queen’s Platinum Jubilee street parties during the June long bank holiday weekend which will involve road closures.