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When Alex Halsey and his child therapy team came close to running out of vital sensory bears, he knew exactly who to turn to.
Dorset History Centre (DHC), the county’s archive service has received a substantial grant to work on the archives of Wessex Water and its predecessor organisations.
Following the success of the first two rounds of Dorset Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) grants, the final round is now open.
A new £1.4m facility for children with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) has officially opened at Redruth School.
Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire Councils will submit expressions of interest in devolution, in response to a request from government, seeking to unlock greater powers and resources for the area.
Care homes across the county are being offered up to £10,000 to introduce acoustic monitoring systems – an innovative approach that uses AI, sound and motion-based technology to boost resident safety and well-being.
The Office of the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Dooley LVO MMs FRCOG succeeding Angus Campbell CVO, who recently retired after serving 10 years in the role.
Families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities are invited to take part in a live online session titled “Let’s Talk SEND.”
The remains of an 18th century shipwrecked sailor are due to be laid to rest at a Cornwall cemetery, and a special headstone is being commissioned to mark the grave.
A brand-new play area was given the seal of approval by Chippenham town Mayor when he declared it officially open at Rowden Brook, Rowden Park Garden Village.
Ambitious plans to transform a derelict 19th Century pub into new offices, homes, a business hub and a licensed cafe/coffee shop have been submitted to North Somerset Council following consultation with the local community.
Dorset Council is introducing new warning signs at three high-risk junctions. The signs aim to alert drivers and motorcyclists to take care and adjust their speed as they approach these areas.
A new high-tech laboratory to help farmers, growers and horticulturalists in Cornwall manage their land and soils more sustainably and productively is being established at the Eden Project.
Residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to share their views on what they consider to be the big transport opportunities and issues across the whole of Dorset.
Work is about to start on a canopy of 543 solar panels that will cover the entire New County Hall visitors’ carpark and significantly reduce running costs for the building.
Public Health Dorset is pleased to announce the launch of a centralised resource aimed at promoting trusted Mental Health Apps to young people in Dorset.
The concept of the Right to Roam is deeply rooted in our history.
Young people in Dorset leaving care will face less of a disadvantage, following approval by Dorset Council to make being care experienced a protected characteristic.
The latest round of Community and Culture Project grants is now open for applications.
Kresen Kernow, home to the world’s largest collection of documents, maps, books and photographs about Cornwall’s history, is opening its strongrooms for exclusive behind the scenes tours as part of the national Heritage Open Days festival of history and culture from 9 – 14 September.
