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Magpies crash out of cup on penalties
Dorchester crashed out of the quarter finals of the Dorset Senior Cup on Tuesday night after a penalty shoot out defeat to Sturminster Newton at the Avenue Stadium. Tom Killick named five changes to the starting lineup following Saturday’s 2-2
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Man denies trying to take photos underneath girl's skirt
A man has denied trying to take photos underneath the skirt of a 14-year-old girl. Karl Noble, of Whitehead Drive, Weymouth appeared before Weymouth Magistrates Court yesterday. The 33-year-old has been charged with one count of operating equipment
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Council's levels of financial reserves 'raising alarm bells'
COULD Dorset’s council tax for next year rise by the maximum amount? It’s a question Conservative opposition councillor Louie O’Leary thinks likely, given a £16million projected over-spend, but has been unable to nail down. The Preston and
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Police respond to claim they 'let down' travellers after 'arson attack' at site
Police have responded to a claim they 'let down' people who were left shocked and scared following a suspected arson attack at a travellers' site. As reported, residents of the Dorset Council-approved site in Piddlehinton said a van was rammed
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Mother of teen who died on railway says she will 'not give up fight for justice'
A jury will decide if there were potential failings leading up to the death of a Weymouth teenager - as her mother vows to continue to fight for justice. It comes after a pre-inquest review was held yesterday into the death of Roxy Phillips, who
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Couple's shock in finding mummified cat during home revamp
A couple were shocked to discover a mummified cat while renovating their eighteenth century cottage. Michelle Murphy-Keane, 52, and her husband Declan, 58, bought the cottage in the picturesque village of Milton Abbas in the wake of the Covid pandemic
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How cold does it have to be to snow in the UK? See if it can ever be too cold
Do you love or hate snow? It can turn our towns and villages into a real-life winter wonderland during winter but it can also cause a lot of travel disruption. Throughout the colder months of the year, there is more chance than ever when it comes
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MP to lobby government over controversial rail crossing plan
A DORSET MP has taken up the controversial issue of a pedestrian crossing on the rail lines at Wareham. Mid Dorset and North Poole MP Vikki Slade is to raise concerns at Government level after 250 residents protested against Dorset Council plans
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Dorset farm shop named among the best in the UK
A Dorset farm shop with an "impressive variety" of stock has been named among the best in the UK. Pamphill Dairy in Wimborne was featured alongside 34 others from around the nations in a list from The Times. Discussing the creation of the list
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Peter Kay to bring massive live tour to Dorset
ONE of Britain’s best loved comedians has announced a Dorset date – and tickets will start from £35. Peter Kay will bring his record-breaking comedy tour, Peter Kay Live, to the BIC on Saturday, January 10, 2026. It will be the first time Peter
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Martin Lewis exposes 'complete urban myth' around NS&I Premium Bonds
Martin Lewis has called out a “complete urban myth” around NS&I Premium Bonds. The Money Saving Expert discussed the popular form of savings during his Martin Lewis Podcast on BBC Sounds. National Savings and Investments (NS&I) Premium
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Six grants you can claim to help with energy bills this winter
As temperatures drop across the UK, millions of Brits will be faced with difficult decisions to heat their homes. With energy costs rising, what grants are available to Brits who may be in need of extra financial support this winter? Andy Kerr
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Reflections on 'historic' year with Dorset ospreys
A HEARTWARMING has video captured the successful breeding of osprey’s throughout the year. Birds of Poole Harbour is a non-profit organisation dedicated to boosting the profile of bird conservation, observation and education across the harbour.
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New digital hedgehog adoption from Dorset Wildlife Trust
DORSET Wildlife Trust is inviting people to ‘shop for wildlife’ this Christmas. The trust is offering a selection of eco-friendly gifts from digital adoptions and Christmas e-cards to gift memberships and nature courses. A choice of digital
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When should you buy your turkey for Christmas? This is the best time to go
Christmas is an expensive time of year, and the turkey on the table can be one of the biggest expenses for many families. But, by making the most of deals and discounts, it's possible to save money - particularly by noting when fresh and frozen turkeys
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Council leader defends commitment to climate change
DORSET Council leader Nick Ireland has defended the authority’s commitment to tackling climate change. It comes after comments that council policymakers were ‘in short supply’ at a major county-wide event held in Bournemouth, the second Dorset
