Rare 180 Million-Year-Old Fossil Reveals New ‘Sword Dragon’ Species Friday, October 10, 2025 ichthyosaur fossil jurassic paleontology dorset evolution pliensbachian marine reptile xiphodracon A rare and exceptionally well-preserved fossil of a dolphin-sized prehistoric reptile has been identified as a previously unknown species, now named the “sword dragon.” This remarkable discovery sheds new light on marine … Read More
Ringleaders of Crime Gang That Stole £2 Million in Cars Sentenced Friday, October 10, 2025 crime theft organisedcrime vehicles hampshire dorset wiltshire sentencing chopshop keylesscarcrime Two ringleaders of an organised crime gang responsible for stealing over £2 million worth of high-end vehicles have been sentenced following a major investigation. The gang targeted cars parked outside homes across Hampshire, … Read More
Somerset Man Arrested Following Suspected Racist Attack and Criminal Damage Thursday, October 9, 2025 racism assault arrest dorset somerset investigation hatecrime police victim publicorder Police are appealing for the victim of a suspected racist assault to come forward after a man from Somerset was arrested in connection with the incident. The assault reportedly occurred on Saturday, September 27, on Cheap … Read More
Electric Vehicle Users Face Excessive Charging Fees at Dorset Council Car Parks Wednesday, October 8, 2025 electric charging fees dorset ev infrastructure affordability transport policy government Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in Dorset are facing steep charges at council-owned charging points, with fees reportedly up to ten times greater than typical home charging costs. Concerns have been raised by local councillors … Read More
Inside the Luxurious WWII Bunker Transformed into a Stunning Holiday Home Sunday, October 5, 2025 bunker wwii dorset holiday restoration history radar luxury coastal heritage During the darkest days of the Battle of Britain, it might have been unimaginable that the concrete bunkers designed to defend the skies would one day host vacationers. Yet, the Standby Generator Bunker in Ringstead, Dorset, … Read More
Two Men Charged with Causing Death by Dangerous Driving in Dorset Crash Saturday, October 4, 2025 dorset collision dangerousdriving pedestrian investigation charges crash roadsafety police court Two men have been formally charged following the tragic death of a pedestrian in a crash that occurred over a year ago. On the evening of Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 7:46 pm, Dorset police were called to the scene of a … Read More