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Car fire spreads to heathland and closes busy road
A vehicle fire closed a carriageway and saw flames spread to a nearby heathland, fire crews have said.
Verwood Rotary Club's Rustic Fayre brings BMX stunts and steam engine spectacle
Verwood Rotary Club’s Rustic Fayre in Dorset featured BMX stunts, duck races and classic vehicles, raising funds for good causes. Nominations close October 24.
LIVE: Car fire blocking lane and causing delays on A338
A lane is blocked on the A338 due to a car on fire - updates to follow.
HMRC writing to 311,000 people over a State Pension boost – you could be owed £8,000
HMRC is sending 311,000 letters to people who could be missing Home Responsibilities Protection, with successful claims averaging £8,000 in pension arrears.
Man jailed after repeatedly kicking, punching and sexually assaulting victim
Brave victim sees abuser jailed after coming forward
UK shoe chain set to shut 17 stores as closing down sales begin - see the full list
Wynsors World of Shoes is set to close 17 stores across the UK - see the full list of locations.
UK Government makes major online change to protect Brits against 'scammers'
The Government said the feature is designed to be faster and more secure than traditional passwords.
Ballard School named as finalist in prestigious awards
An independent school in Hampshire has been named aa a finalist in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2026.
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