Update
Officers can confirm missing man Merlin Colverson, from North Dorset, has been located.
Merlin was reported missing having last been seen during the early hours of Saturday 6 July 2024.
Following enquiries and searches by officers, he has now been located.
We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal
Officers are...
According to the latest figures from the UK Health Security Agency, Covid cases have sharply increased by 33.5% in recent weeks. In the week leading up to 26 June 2024,
Weekly Cases
Up to 26 Jun 2024
3,230
Up to 26 Jun 2024
There has been an increase of 350 (12.2%) compared to...
Yet again Covid is having a dramatic impact on many people this summer. However, one aspect that has eluded us until now is why some people are impacted and others are not. Now we know. The following is a joint research study that has identified different levels of susceptibility...
If you work as a counsellor, it can be helpful to understandyour client’s occupation. Some industries create unique challenges, so having insight into these can be extremely valuable when supporting their mental health. One example is agriculture, which involves a very different work routine compared to many other trades.
If you’re supporting a client who works in this industry, it helps...
A "pollen bomb" is hitting parts of the UK, bringing fresh misery for hay fever sufferers, with forecasts suggesting there could be a heatwave next week.
The Met Office has warned the pollen count will be very high in England for the next five days, extending to Wales and Northern...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a woman who died in Yetminster.Susan Anne Rolfe, who was 68 years old, died at her home address in the Clovermead area on Tuesday 18 June 2024.
Her death is not being...
Three food companies are recalling products over fears they could make people sick with E.coli.
The latest figures show 211 cases have been confirmed as of 11 June - and at least 67 people have required hospital treatment.
It is still not clear exactly which ingredient is to blame, and dozens...
The family of a man who very sadly died in a fatal road traffic collision in North Dorset has issued a tribute to their loved one.
Dorset Police received a report at 7.46pm on Thursday 6 June 2024 of a collision on the A350 Main Road near the village of...
Whenever you or any of your employees are working at height, it's your responsibility to ensure that you've set up the right safety measures. This is because falls are the leading cause of injuries and deaths at workplaces, accounting for more than 30% of all workplace deaths in the...
Officers investigating a serious injury collision in Blandford are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
Dorset Police received a report at 1.02pm on Tuesday 22 May 2024 of a collision involving a grey BMW 320 saloon and a pedestrian on a mobility scooter in The...
