New research released on International Day of the Girl by children’s charity the Youth Sport Trust, highlights the deepening crisis of confidence girls face when they hit puberty, and the increasing impact of this on their physical activity levels and wellbeing throughout their teenage years and into adulthood.
Most girls...
Focus turns to calling on community and businesses to get involved this World Mental Health Day 2024
Dorset Mind is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new trustees and confirms Dr Laurence Mynor-Wallis and Charles Alberts as Co-Chairs. Their expertise comes at a crucial time as the charity focuses on raising awareness and vital funds to be there for local people...
Update:
Officers searching for a missing man from Portland are pleased to confirm he has been found.
Mark Smith was last seen on Thursday 26 September 2024 in Weymouth.
Following enquiries, Mark has been found. We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal and provided information.
Officers are appealing for help...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who died in Ferndown.
Michael Brown, who was 72 years old, died at his home address on Wednesday 2 October 2024.
His death is not being treated as suspicious and no...
Rabies, a viral disease that has haunted human and animal populations for centuries, continues to be a global health concern, despite significant advancements in vaccination and treatment. Although rabies is preventable, once symptoms appear, it is almost invariably fatal.
Rabies is caused by a virus that affects the central nervous...
The transport sector is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions globally. In the UK, vehicles powered by fossil fuels ie petrol and diesel, are a major driver of environmental degradation, contributing to air pollution, global warming, and the destruction of ecosystems. This dependency on fossil fuels...
Officers investigating a serious injury collision in Weymouth are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to get in touch.
Dorset Police received a report at 8.28pm on Monday 23 September 2024 of a collision involving a grey BMW 3 series and a silver Honda motorcycle in Lynch Road.
The...
Residents in Dorset who have concerns about cancer can now access expert advice and support while they shop, thanks to a new collaboration between Tesco and Cancer Research UK. For the first time, customers at selected Tesco stores are being encouraged to consult with in-store pharmacists if they notice...
With the Paralympics well underway, a local care home has decided to host their own version of the sporting tournament.
Residents and team members at Care UK’s The Potteries, on York Road, brought Paris to Poole as it opened its doors for local people to enjoy their version of the...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who lived in Glen Road in Bournemouth.
Arvydas Dicius, who was 62 years old, died at Poole Quay on Saturday 14 September 2024.
His death is not being treated as suspicious...
