Six arrested in Poole pensioner murder investigation
Dorset Police have arrested six individuals in connection with the death of a woman in her 80s in Broadstone, Poole. All are released on bail as enquiries continue.
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Albino Badger Could Derail £25m Stately Home Rescue
A rare albino badger named Alberto could derail ambitious £25m plans to restore fire-ravaged Parnham House in Dorset. Conservationists warn the development would destroy a protected wildlife habitat. Read the full story.
Dorset Murder-Suicide Over Huntington's Disease Struggle
A retired salesman killed his wife of 40 years before taking his own life, unable to cope with her terminal Huntington's disease, an inquest heard. Read the full tragic story.
Dorset's Tyneham: The Village Time Forgot
Explore Tyneham, the Dorset village evacuated in WWII and never returned to. A poignant snapshot of history now open to visitors. Discover its story.
National Trust buys land around Cerne Abbas Giant
The National Trust has purchased 25 acres of chalk downland surrounding Dorset's famous Cerne Abbas Giant for £1.5 million, safeguarding the ancient site's setting. Support their conservation work.
Solar farm plan threatens Goldilocks cottage views
Controversial plans for 100,000 solar panels near the Grade II-listed cottage that inspired Goldilocks spark local outrage over heritage and farmland loss.
Urgent Search for Missing Weymouth Woman, 21
Police are urgently searching for Codie, 21, from Weymouth, who vanished after being very upset. She was last seen on Friday. Anyone with information must contact Dorset Police.
Police Hunt for Missing Upset Woman in Weymouth
Dorset Police launch urgent search for Codie, 21, missing from Weymouth after leaving a Westhill Road property 'very upset'. Call 999 with information.
Gardener told to leave secret garden after 8 years
Jim Gardner spent eight years transforming a neglected Poole footpath into a wildlife haven, only to be evicted by Bournemouth and Poole College over safety and environmental concerns. Read his story.
Award-winning Dorset treehouse retreat for sale at £2M
A unique 'magical woodland' luxury retreat in Dorset featuring three award-winning treehouses with hot tubs and saunas is on the market for £2million. Discover this eco-haven crafted over ten years.
Driver's Christmas lights car stopped by police
A motorist in Poole was pulled over by Dorset Police for covering his car in Christmas lights, risking a £50 fine for traffic offences. Discover why this festive display broke the law.
Driver fined £50 for Christmas lights on car
A motorist in Poole was pulled over by police for covering his car in festive fairy lights, breaching traffic laws and facing a potential £50 fine. Discover the rules for vehicle decorations.
Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.
Sandbanks row over £700k bungalow plan
A Sandbanks businessman faces local fury over plans to build a £700,000 bungalow on one of the last open spaces, with residents warning it creates a 'mini Manhattan'. Discover the planning dispute.
Dorset Almshouse Finds £3.5m Flemish Masterpiece
A 15th-century Flemish triptych, hidden for centuries in a Dorset almshouse, has been valued at £3.5m. The artwork will be sold to fund social housing projects in Sherborne.
Archaeologists find 'proof' of human activity near Noah's Ark
Scientists discover evidence of human life near the alleged ruins of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat, potentially rewriting ancient history. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
3,000-Year-Old Bronze Age Boats Go on Public Display
After a 13-year conservation project, three Bronze Age log boats preserved for over 3,000 years will be displayed at Flag Fen Archaeology Park. Discover the ancient secrets of fenland travel.
Bronze Age boats found in Cambridgeshire after 3,000 years
After a 13-year conservation, three Bronze Age log boats discovered near Whittlesey are set for public display at Flag Fen. Discover the secrets they reveal about ancient fenland life.
Luxury Beach Hut Sells for £325k - Price of Family Home
A luxurious beach hut on Dorset's iconic Mudeford Spit is causing waves in the property market, commanding a price tag equivalent to a family home. Discover why this timber retreat is Britain's most coveted coastal address.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Secret UK Gem: Perfect Autumn Town Revealed
Discover the stunning market town of Wimborne Minster in Dorset, where autumn transforms this historic destination into a picture-perfect retreat with golden leaves, cosy pubs and medieval charm.
English village frozen in time discovered in Dorset
Explore the charming village of Corfe Castle, where time stands still with vintage shops, traditional pubs, and historic steam trains transporting visitors to a bygone era.
£14m Sandbanks Mansion: Britain's Coastal Crown Jewel
A breathtaking contemporary mansion on Sandbanks, Britain's answer to Palm Beach, has been listed for £14 million boasting panoramic sea views and luxury amenities.
Goldilocks burglar hunted after luxury beach hut break-in
Police are hunting a real-life Goldilocks who broke into a luxury £450,000 beach hut in Dorset and lived there for a week, sleeping in the owner's bed and helping herself to food and facilities.
Ancient Green Mummy Mystery Solved by Scientists
Archaeologists unravel the mystery behind a remarkably preserved green-hued mummy from 16th-century Poland, revealing startling copper preservation secrets.
Typhoon reveals ancient Alaskan archaeological treasures
In an extraordinary twist of nature, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok have revealed a significant archaeological discovery on Alaska's western coast, unearthing artefacts that had remained hidden for generations.
Iron Age village discovered in Dorset by student archaeologist
Archaeology student Mikkeline Toksvig leads team discovering complete Iron Age village, rewriting history of Dorset's ancient Durotriges tribe
Sandi Toksvig investigates Cambridge's medieval mass grave mystery
Television star Sandi Toksvig unveils a chilling Cambridge discovery where archaeologists use crime scene techniques to solve a 900-year-old mass murder mystery.
Poundbury residents revolt against King Charles's town rules
Exclusive investigation reveals growing discontent in the King's visionary Dorset town as locals complain of restrictive covenants, poor design quality, and feeling like 'exhibits in a museum' rather than a living community.
Sandbanks Beachfront Apartment With Harbour Views
Discover this breathtaking two-bedroom apartment on Millionaires' Row in Sandbanks, offering panoramic sea views, private balcony and luxury coastal living at its finest.
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