New summer rounders leagues are coming to Dorchester and Sherborne. West Dorset District Council has been awarded funding from Rounders England to help set up the leagues to encourage people to take up the sport. Leagues have been set up at Dorchester Rugby Club and the district council-run Gryphon Sports Centre. Full story: Read more
Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca Residents have chance to shape their community
Residents of Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca have the opportunity to shape their community through the development of a Neighbourhood Plan. West Dorset District Council has received a request from Yetminster and Ryme Intrinseca Parish Council for the approval of a Neighbourhood Area, which is the first formal stage of preparing a plan. Full story: Read more
Residents to vote on Cerne Valley Neighbourhood Plan
Cerne Valley could have Dorset’s first Neighbourhood Plan if residents give it the go ahead. A local referendum will take place on 11 December, with locals going to the polls to vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to the proposals. The final version of the Cerne Valley Neighbourhood Plan was submitted to West Dorset District Council for examination in December 2013. The plan was drawn up by local people, and agreed by the parish council, who felt confident that the plan reflects the hopes and views of the local community. Full story: Read more