A new house in Bournemouth has been approved with the issues about the development resolved with neighbours. Deputy chief fire officer Derek James no longer works at Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service. Emergency services are currently at the scene of collision on A338. A man who broke into a shop in Shaftesbury and was seen driving a stolen vehicle has been jailed for 18 months. Reports of courier fraud have been made in the Ferndown area this week, prompting Dorset Police to issue a warning and remind residents how to protect themselves from becoming victims. Six people have been arrested as part of a cross-border rural crime operation involving Dorset Police. A man was hospitalised after he was stabbed on Thursday night in Boscombe Gardens. A driver is "lucky to be rescued alive" after their car was swept under a bridge by fast-flowing water after trying to cross a ford in the New Forest Two boys, a woman and a man have been seriously injured following a crash. Care South residents enjoyed a festive Christmas coffee morning at AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium, with music, football and community spirit in Dorset. David Bowen, Dorchester lay minister, celebrated for 60 years’ service to church and community at St Mary’s. Bishop of Sherborne among those paying tribute. Heavy rain brings water supply relief to the West Country, says Environment Agency, but parts of Wiltshire remain dry. Public urged to use water wisely. Upton Bay care home in Hamworthy held a Christmas Fun Dog Show with Canine Concern, engaging residents in festive pet therapy and community activities. Officers responded to 54,618 incidents and conducted over 10,000 hours of high-visibility patrols in hotspots across the county. A driver was arrested on suspicion of a driving offence after a collision in Christchurch. Youngsters have been getting into the Christmas spirit with nativities. Enjoy a festive Boxing Day brunch and seasonal menu at The Ivy Collection UK. Indulge in luxury dishes, Champagne, and no cooking—available until 4 January. UK businesses face increased cyber security threats this Christmas, with Dorset firms warned of fraud, phishing and ransomware attacks targeting SMEs. Dorset Council launches new Local Nature Recovery Strategy with Natural England to restore habitats, rivers and wildlife, aiming to protect 30% of land by 2030. Eligible businesses based in either the Dorset Council or BCP Council area are encouraged to register now.Bournemouth Echo | News Bournemouth Echo News
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