News

This page provides news, stories and information, specifically relating to Parish Council responsibilities. .

News and information on PC and non PC related current events can also be found in the parish's monthly newsletter which can be found on our Village Website.

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PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF MILL STREET, FONTMELL MAGNA

Published: 5 Jan 25

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Precept Survey - A message from the Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner

Published: 18 Dec 24

PROPOSED TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF A357, STURMINSTER NEWTON

Published: 18 Dec 24

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FMPC Welcomes new Cllr Tony Bailey!

Published: 26 Nov 24

Anthony (Tony) Bailey moved to Fontmell Magna from Canada last summer. He grew up in Dorset and attended secondary school in Wimborne, before going on to become a medical academic in London, Oxford and finally Vancouver. Tony has always been community minded, and also enjoys outdoor activities; he is looking forward to working with other councilors for the good of the local community. Tony takes on the remits of Planning to assist Cllr Steve Drew and Highways to assist Cllr Hannah Lister. Contact Tony on CllrBailey@fontmellmagnapc.co.uk Read More...

REPORTING A ROAD ISSUE TO DORSET COUNCIL

Published: 3 Sep 24

Reporting any road issues including potholes, blocked drains, fly-tipping etc.. is simply accessed via the website linked above. You can pinpoint where the issue is and, should you wish, upload a photograph and a reference number is sent. This really helps Dorset Council work efficiently as possible to address issues. Read More...

Welcome to Katie Cooper and Steve Drew

Published: 3 Jul 24

Please join us in welcoming our new Clerk Katie Cooper and New Councillor Steve Drew who was co-opted at our last meeting on June 26th . Read More...

Repair work in the churchyard

Published: 13 Jun 24

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Let's all work together for the greater good of our community!

Published: 23 May 24

Join your Parish Council, lighten the load for the whole team and even have yourself some fun along the way! Read More...

Near Miss reporting

Published: 3 May 24

Three more 'Near Miss Reports' have been submitted to Dorset Council by members of our community, in the last month. Please take extra care, especially on the A350, and LET US KNOW IF YOU SEE OR EXPERIENCE ANY DANGERS ON OUR ROADS. Near miss reporting can help save lives! Click the 'Near Miss reporting' link above, to submit a report, and please email the resulting 7 digit reference number to fmpc.jrd@gmail.com. We are scheduling a series of meetings with Dorset Council to agree a plan of action, and having clear evidence of the problem will help us find the best solution. Read More...

FONTMELL: YOUR PARISH CHURCH NEEDS YOUR HELP

Published: 5 Jan 24