Purbeck Gazette

08/10/2025

Not one to miss!

An impressive fireworks display will light up the night skies in Wareham next month thanks to the Wareham Wednesdays team.

08/10/2025

Looks like everyone had great fun!

The team at Wareham Wednesdays are reflecting after holding four evenings full of entertainment for all the family.

08/10/2025

The deer reportedly managed to escape the attack.

A man who reportedly threated a member of the public with arson after he was allegedly caught deer coursing in Wareham has been arrested.

08/10/2025

A scary incident - anyone who may have seen anything is asked to contact police

Police have launched an appeal after a teenager had his bank card stolen by a group of men wearing balaclavas in Dorchester.

07/10/2025

The Princess Royal came to Dorset to open a new flagship police headquarters!

More pictures and full story in the comments 👇

03/10/2025

The 'raise the roof' fundraiser is aiming to raise £10,000 so the venue can add a new waterproof layer to the roof..

An iconic Swanage landmark that is in desperate need of desperate support has launched a fundraiser to fix its leaking roof.

03/10/2025

“This is a serious and shocking incident involving an extreme level of violence against a member of rail staff"

A railway staff member in Wareham passed out when he was assaulted during a robbery last week.

03/10/2025

Something to bear in mind this weekend!

A yellow weather warning has been issued for this weekend as strong winds are set to batter the UK this weekend.

03/10/2025

Its always sad to see a pub close - especially one that has been managed by the same family for decades..

One loyal regular said the community was saddened to hear of its closure, and they are keen to see someone take on the running.

02/10/2025

A neighbourhood plan is being developed - and this is your chance to help influence the future of the town!

What do you think could be improved?

People are being asked to help decide where and how new homes, shops and offices should be built in the town.

30/09/2025

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 📸

Congratulations Sharon Jarvis! 🌊

Look out for our post this weekend on Facebook where we call for your Photo of the Week...

29/09/2025

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