The Co-operative Food Lyndhurst convenience store and post office will close permanently next week.

A war hero with a tragic tale had humble beginnings as a pupil of a school in north Dorset

RESIDENTS face paying more in council tax after Dorset Council said it would be increasing its share of the bill.

A popular discount shop is set to close this weekend after 13 years on Dorchester’s high street

Bournemouth Pavilion has announced a 2026 season packed with music, culture, comedy and show-stopping performances.

It’s never too late to start exercising. Research shows over-60s in the UK can boost strength, fitness and wellbeing with simple exercise routines.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service seeks public input on its new community risk management plan. Have your say in the online survey.

Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal seeks £20,000 in Somerset to fund end-of-life care. Volunteer or donate to support terminally ill people and families.

Gallery of photographs showing the frost and cold weather in Somerset in January 2026

Permission has been granted by the Somerset Council for the use of more than 400 parking spaces in Taunton Gateway Park and Ride for Hinkley Point C workers.

RESIDENTS face paying more in council tax after Dorset Council said it would be increasing its share of the bill.

Here’s what this Hollywood actor thought of this town in Dorset

A TEMPORARY road closure could last a month as repairs are made to a property in Lyme Regis

Despite losing their first game of 2026 the Bees have looked sharp so far this season as they sit in second place in the South West Peninsula League

A war hero with a tragic tale had humble beginnings as a pupil of a school in north Dorset

It’s never too late to start exercising. Research shows over-60s in the UK can boost strength, fitness and wellbeing with simple exercise routines.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service seeks public input on its new community risk management plan. Have your say in the online survey.

Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal seeks £20,000 in Somerset to fund end-of-life care. Volunteer or donate to support terminally ill people and families.

Gallery of photographs showing the frost and cold weather in Somerset in January 2026

Discover the Ritz Cinema Burnham-on-Sea film schedule for 16–22 January, including Hamnet, 28 Years Later, family films, and NT Live: Hamlet. Book tickets now.

It’s never too late to start exercising. Research shows over-60s in the UK can boost strength, fitness and wellbeing with simple exercise routines.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service seeks public input on its new community risk management plan. Have your say in the online survey.

Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal seeks £20,000 in Somerset to fund end-of-life care. Volunteer or donate to support terminally ill people and families.

Gallery of photographs showing the frost and cold weather in Somerset in January 2026

Litter Picks in Chard is celebrating their 10th anniversary - and they have collected more than 12 tonnes of litter.

Another driver has been arrested

His brave victim's face has been permanently scarred

Having learned to ski on a school trip to Mendip Activity Centre’s dry ski slope, Jens Hullah is hoping to achieve a dream and take part in the Winter Olympics.

Readers were shocked to learn the county scored 'green' for road condition and maintenance

Developers want to build 100 homes