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Update following 'unnaceptable' arson attack on memorial bench
Items have been stolen from graves to fuel a deliberate fire on church grounds.
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Dozens back plans for statue of Susie the Cat
DOZENS have backed plans for a statue of Susie the Cat for Dorchester’s South Street, including fans from Scotland and Wales.
'Anyone can beat anyone' - Fogden eyes shock win to keep Magpies alive
DORCHESTER Town boss Wes Fogden says "anyone can beat anyone" at this stage of the season as the club prepares to take on Gloucester City at The Avenue Stadium on Saturday
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Dorchester go in search of title against Wheatsheaf
FOLLOWING last weekend’s win over second placed Oakmeadians in their Counties 2 Tribute Ale Dorset & Wilts South fixture, Dorchester head to Salisbury based Wheatsheaf on Saturday
Ex-footballer accused of murder appears in court as trial date set
A FORMER Dorchester Town footballer accused of murder has appeared in court and a trial date has been set after a man died outside a cocktail bar in Dorset
Motorist reported to court for driving 'in an aggressive manner' close to horse rider
A DRIVER has been reported to court for driving 'in an aggressive manner' close to a horse being ridden in the Piddlehinton area this morning.
Car believed to be linked to van theft seized
A vehicle which is believed to be linked to the theft of a van has been seized by police
Flood-affected residents invited to community drop-in sessions across Dorset
Dorset Council and the Environment Agency host flood support drop-in events in Weymouth, Blandford, Dorchester and more to aid residents after winter flooding.
Display of classic cars to go on show on Bank Holiday weekend
A display of classic cars will be on show at Brewery Square, Dorchester on Bank Holiday Monday, May 4
‘It sounds like a rifle going off’: Neighbour objects to padel court plans
Plans for a new padel court at Dorchester Tennis and Squash Club have sparked opposition from a nearby resident, who says the noise “sounds like a rifle going off” with every shot
Young Chubinidze 'setting the standards' for Magpies during loan spell
WINGER George Chubinidze is 'setting the standards' at Dorchester Town whilst on loan from AFC Bournemouth
Care home residents in Dorset show community spirit amid cracking Easter fun
Avon Reach care home in Mudeford and other Colten Care homes donated Easter eggs and lunches to Christchurch Food Bank, spreading community cheer this Easter.
Attack leaves 12-year-old injured in town centre
A 12-year-old girl has been injured in a town centre attack
Fogden hails work ethic but admits wins are 'greatly needed' after draw with Terras
WES Fogden hailed his Dorchester Town side’s response to criticism as they dug in for a hard-earned point against Weymouth to end a four match losing streak but admitted wins are 'greatly needed' as they dropped points in the race for survival
Snooker league round-up after new spring seasongets underway
Colliton XQ 2026 have set the early pace in the Switched On Renewables Dorchester & District Snooker League’s 6 Reds Spring Snooker Competition, making it two wins from two to top the table.
Ball by ball as Terras and Magpies draw
Live updates from the Bob Lucas Stadium as Weymouth host Dorchester Town in the Southern League.
Teacher and amateur footballer wins mentoring award
A TEACHER who plays football for Dorchester Town has been recognised with a mentoring award for the care and support given to a trainee
Warning as doctors begin six-day strike after Easter bank holiday
DORSET County Hospital has issued a warning ahead of the latest strike by resident (junior) doctors - which will start just after the Easter bank holiday weekend.
'Players don't want to do the ugly side' - Fogden
WES Fogden again questioned Dorchester's desire to tackle the ugly side of the game following a damaging 3-2 loss to Berkhamsted.