Minor injuries have been reported after two vehicles crashed in Weymouth causing chaos to traffic. Two cars into each other at the traffic lights at the bottom of Boot Hill forcing two roads to close and huge delays to traffic in the area.
A MAN has been charged with assaulting a police officer and possessing a class B drug at Portland Port. As previously reported, police were called to the Portland Port complex on Thursday, May 16. Officers received a report that a man had been
Women can access support if they’re going through the menopause at an informal café meet up event in Dorchester. The Crafty Cuppa, based on High East Street, will host a menopause support session from 2pm on Saturday May 18, open to women experiencing
A cooker caught fire at a property in a village in central Dorset this morning. Reports of a property fire saw firefighters from Sturminster Newton spring into action as they attended a home in Oakford Fitzpaine just after midnight on Friday, May
MOTORCYCLISTS will take part in one of the biggest rides in the world this weekend as the Distinguished Gentleman’s Bike Ride returns for its 11th year. Last year’s ride was the largest in the UK and fifth largest worldwide out of nearly 900
A musical tribute to the UK’s biggest selling singles artist of the 80s will be performed in Weymouth. Whole Lotta Shakin’ – The Shakin' Stevens Story pays homage to the pop and rock singer who was also known as Michal Barratt, documenting his
A cruise ship carrying over 3,000 passengers has docked in Portland Port completing its journey. The Caribbean Princess arrived at Portland today, Friday, May 17, at around 6.13am with 3,114 passengers on board, after travelling from Falmouth
A broken down tractor caused delays on major roads in Dorset. As previously reported, drivers were experiencing traffic problems at the roundabout between the A35 and the A31 at Bere Regis on Thursday, May 16 at around 5.30pm. Dorset Police
A man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting two people on a bus in Weymouth. At around 9.30pm on Wednesday, May 15 on a First Bus, the man assaulted a woman who was known to him before also assaulting the bus driver. Neither victim is believed
A SCHOOLGIRL was approached by an unknown man in the second suspicious incident in two weeks. The girl was walking along the road when a man suddenly pulled up alongside her in a silver hatchback car. The man then reportedly threw a dark blue
Pupils across Dorset have run a total of 4,783 miles in support of bereaved children – the distance of Dorchester to India. Mosaic, a charity supporting bereaved young people in Dorset, launched a running fundraiser last month where staff and children
A conservation charity has issued a warning over the ‘devastating’ effects that littering and disposable barbecues can have on the environment. The RSPB has issued an appeal to help prevent fires, keep people safe and protect the region’s heathland
A 105-year-old care home resident from Dorchester enjoyed testing her hand at Muay Thai boxing. Jean, who lives at Maiden Castle House on Gloucester Road was invited to try out some boxing moves alongside other residents at the care home. The
Staff at Dorset County Hospital dressed up in costumes for a day of raising awareness of 'kangaroo care'. Staff at the Special Care Baby Unit wore kangaroo costumes, enjoyed cake and handed out certificates to babies in celebration of Kangaroo
A charity supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged families has been given a grant to help keep a presence in the area after the closure of its local branch. Home-Start West Dorset was forced to close its doors last year after 15 years due to a
A PROBATE and trustee notice has been published for a woman who has passed away in the Dorchester area. It is for Patricia Ann Howell of Alington Road, Dorchester, DT1 1NT, who died on December 19, 2023. READ MORE: 'Probate notice after death
National Geographic fellow and author Dan Buettner has revealed that pasta could help us live a longer life. The explorer told his followers on Instagram that pasta is officially the newest longevity food that people can add to their diets to help
AN APPLICATION has been made to alter a goods vehicle operator's licence in Weymouth. J Higson L Higson trading as Titan Manufacturing (Weymouth) LLP of Unit 19-22 Links Est Surrey Close Granby Industrial Est Weymouth Dorset DT4 9TY is applying
The restoration of a historic building in Weymouth has been praised. The Weymouth Civic Society has sent a letter of appreciation to recognise work at Pilgrim House in Hope Square. The building, a community hub and base for various charities
Hundreds of schoolchildren took part in a triathlon to raise money for young leaders across the globe. A total of 500 children between the ages of seven and 13 came together at Bryanston Prep School near Blandford to take part in the Knight Frank
A museum is giving guests the opportunity to learn about the area’s historic link to D-Day as it marks the 80th anniversary with a vehicle convoy. The Castletown D-Day Centre on Portland is hosting a range of hands-on history experiences on Thursday
Students and staff from a special school took part in an annual challenge on Dartmoor for young people with special educational needs and disabilities n Dartmoor. Westfield Arts College students took part in the Jubilee Challenge, part of the Ten
Tesco shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning over a product which may contain pieces of glass. The supermarket giant is recalling one of its sandwich products due to the possible presence of “small pieces of glass”. Tesco has recalled
A building materials specialist from Dorchester has been recognised for her commitment to the industry. National trade body The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) and Builders’ Merchants News (BMN), have joined forces to identify the Top 100 Young
Planning permission can cause a divide between even the friendliest of neighbours. If you think their building plan could hurt your property, you’re likely to be upset and may want to object. Reasons can include invasion of privacy or the amount
Photographs from a family collection show Winston Churchill and his family during his teenage years at the age of 18. Captured during the winter of 1892, Churchill was snapped standing beside his lesser-known sibling, Jack, outside the residence
BRIDPORT butchers and England's oldest family business, RJ Balson and Son met the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in his back garden at No 10 Downing Street. They were invited to attend the Farm to Fork Summit 2024, an event celebrating local businesses
Pupils at a school in Piddletrenthide were visited by their local neighbourhood police mascot. Community support officer Alison Donnison, along with the local neighbourhood police mascot, police dog Sam, visited Piddle Valley School & Pre-School
Two cats found dead at the roadside have prompted a plea from a veterinary practice left unable to trace any owners. Haydon Vets, on Corbin Way, Bridport said the two cats are believed to have both been hit by cars in separate incidents. They
Neighbours sometimes having a bonfire in the garden can be a common enough occurrence depending on who you live next to, but are they actually allowed to do it? The smoke from bonfires can be an issue to deal with, and especially in the summer
Motorists over the age of 70 have been warned that they could face fines of £1,000 or see their driving licence lapse if they do not take action. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency has advised older drivers of the different rules they face
More than £700,000 is being invested into two holiday parks in Dorset that will also see hundreds of jobs created ahead of the summer. Parkdean Resorts is set to enhance its accommodation and introduce new facilities at its holiday parks in Warmwell
DORCHESTER are full of respect for Bere Regis as the two unbeaten sides go toe-to-toe in a juicy Wessex Internet Dorset Premier League derby at Dorchester Rec tomorrow (12.30pm). Having won each of their opening two matches, the form book could
A Dorset widow whose husband was killed in an RAF Chinook helicopter crash have expressed anger after they were told the Ministry of Defence has not arranged an official memorial to mark the 30th anniversary of the incident. Twenty-nine people
“A SERIES of failures may culminate in the best possible result.” Gisele Richter was on to something here. While the English archaeologist and art historian could hardly have been referring to current Portland United boss Kyle Critchell, her
PUPILS from years gone by are being invited to celebrate fifty years of a Weymouth primary school This academic year Southill Primary School turns fifty and the school is getting ready to celebrate with past and present pupils. On Friday, May
A grant of almost £1,000 has been awarded to a family advice service to help it expand. The Weymouth & Portland Lions Club has award the grant of £900 to Home Start Wessex so that the organisation can fully expand into the Weymouth and Portland
It was standing room only as a huge crowd gathered at a memorial service to say goodbye to a much loved Weymouth singer. People turned out in their droves to pay tribute to ‘the brightest star’ Sheryl Lee at the Ocean Room in Weymouth Pavilion.
There was traffic chaos yesterday as two cars burst into flames and two other crashes caused delays to motorists in the Weymouth and Dorchester area. A car burst into flames after it was in collision with an ambulance along the A354 Weymouth Way
Relaxing walks through a historic tourist hotspot in rural Dorchester are being offered to boost wellbeing. People of all ages will get the chance to have a gentle wonder around author Thomas Hardy’s birthplace and Thorncombe Woods, led by a ranger
HEALTH Secretary Victoria Atkins said there is "more to do" on reducing waiting times for treatment for cancer patients in Dorset. The cabinet member was visiting a new outpatient unit, which is part of a multi-million pound development in Dorset
Swanage Railway is set to feature in an episode of Channel 5’s latest travel documentary this evening. As reported, the Big Steam Adventure hit viewers screens on May 3 and now avid fans of the TV series can tune in for its Dorset episode from
A MAN denied charges of physically abusing three cats when he appeared in court. James Higginson, of Kirtleton Avenue in Weymouth, appeared before Weymouth Magistrates' Court charged with two counts of causing unnecessary suffering to a protected
