Transition Town Dorchester (TTD) is delighted to welcome Dorset Mind to take up a dedicated space at their Community Farm in Poundbury to deliver their Eco in Mind ecotherapy support and activities for local people that want to improve their wellbeing.
“Dorset Mind is an eagerly anticipated partner for the TTD...
A new weekly Health Walk is set to start this month at Thorncombe Wood Local Nature Reserve near Dorchester.
This free, guided walk is part of the Dorset Health Walks initiative, and is designed for people who would like to get more active in a sociable setting.
Key details:
Launch Date: Friday 19th April
Time: 10 to...
Following the tragic death of a man at a motocross event near Dorchester officers are appealing for anyone with footage to come forward.At 10.43am on Saturday 6 April 2024 Dorset Police received a report of an incident at Higher Ashton Farm off the B3159 Goulds Hill, Martinstown. At a...
Planning a holiday is an exciting time for any family, offering a chance to escape the routine of everyday life and create lasting memories together. However, for families with accessibility needs, the planning process can involve additional considerations to ensure the holiday is enjoyable and comfortable for everyone. Whether...
The introduction of powered mobility aids has significantly altered the landscape of daily life for individuals with mobility challenges. These innovative devices provide a level of independence and freedom that was previously difficult to achieve.
Unlike traditional manual wheelchairs, powered mobility aids, such as electric wheelchairs, cater to those with...
If you want to stop someone from chatting you up or engaging in conversation with you, here are some polite and effective ways to do so:
Direct Approach: Be honest and upfront about not being interested. A simple "I'm sorry, but I'm not interested in chatting right now" can be...
Signs are being placed in collision hotspot areas around Dorset this spring to help reduce the number of motorcycle collisions in the county.
The road signs have been designed by over 2,400 members of the motorcycling community and have been produced by DocBike and Dorset Council, with support from Dorset Police, BCP...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a woman who lived in Dorchester.Lenuta-Lilliana Ciota, who was 50 years old, died at her home address in Dorchester on Wednesday 20 March 2024.
Her death is not being treated as suspicious,...
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who lived near Dorchester.
Leslie John Crabtree, who was 72 years old, died at his home address in Gatemore Road on Monday 18 March 2024.
His death is not being treated...
Brain injuries can have life-changing impacts on people of all ages, but this is perhaps more keenly felt among younger people.
1,415 children aged 0-15 suffered a traumatic brain injury according to the most recent NHS statistics for 2019-20, with 583 young adults aged 16-25 also experiencing this type of injury. For both...
