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Dorchester in front of the TV cameras
EIGHT boxers from Dorchester ABC will take to the ring and showcase their skills in front of the television cameras. The tournament takes place at the TA Centre, Poundbury Road tonight and there will be four county town members expected to make their
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Junior doctor’s placement at Dorset hospice is a real eye-opener
JUNIOR doctor Tom Hutley has had his eyes opened by the ‘refreshing’ service provided to terminally ill patients in a Dorchester hospice. Tom, 24, is on a two-month placement at the Joseph Weld Hospice in Herringston Road, which provides palliative
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Dorset policeman pedals out on 800-mile ride across continent for charity
A DORCHESTER police officer will set off on an epic cycle ride across Europe today. And, as if an 800-mile journey isn’t challenge enough for PC Pete Lawrence, it’s merely preparation for the New York marathon later this year. PC Lawrence, 37, who is
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Beating of the Bounds...read on and find out more!
Cerne Abbas ROGATION Sunday: A final reminder that the Beating of the Bounds will take place on Sunday, May 17. Following a very successful walk last year, another huge turnout is anticipated and there will be two routes to choose from this year.
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Family of former Island mayor steps out on charity coast walk
WALKERS are ready to brave the elements to mark a former Portland mayor’s courage. They will take part in a 97-mile, one-week trek along the Jurassic Coast from today in memory of Ian Phelps. The former Portland mayor died last year, aged 46, from bowel
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Bus transport is not easy for pensioners
I would say that Mr Erskine (‘Sorry, it’s too early to use a pass’, Echo, April 16)was very lucky to get away with paying £1.60 as if he lived in Southill it would have cost him £3.00. The first bus after 09.30 is 09.55 from Radipole village
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Former Weymouth teacher turned poet proves art can’t be rushed
FORMER teacher Mark Duxbury has finished a book of poetry – 20 years after he started it. He was inspired to publish the volume by the sights and sounds of South Dorset while working as a teacher at St John’s Primary School in Weymouth. Now, two decades
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All change at county housing company as jobs set to go
A SHAKE-UP at a Dorset housing company which will see some staff lose their jobs will mean a better deal for residents, bosses insisted today. The review at Synergy Housing Group, the parent company of Weymouth and Portland Housing (WPH), is not likely
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The big day as Hamilton sisters agree to marry Mabey lads
SISTERS Kerry and Laura Hamilton have always done things together. So when it came to the biggest day of their lives they weren’t going to change. They are preparing to say ‘I do’ with brothers Sonny and Wayne Mabey in a joint wedding today. The girls
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Top teenager Ryan scoops a top award for work in community
CAMPAIGNING teenager Ryan Hope has received national recognition for his tireless community work. The 17-year-old has been honoured for his voluntary efforts in Westham by winning a national award which recognises the achievements and ambitions of young
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EIGHT YEARS FOR 'DESPICABLE' BURGLAR
A ‘DESPICABLE’ burglar who preyed on elderly and disabled residents has been jailed for eight years. Dean Bennett tricked his way into the homes of vulnerable people, including 14 homes in Dorset, and helped himself to £7,290.76 in cash. Bennett, 28
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Chickens still on the rise
CHICKERELL UNITED 3 COBHAM SPORTS 1 STRIKER Ben Coltart bagged two goals as Chickerell United continued their meteoric rise up the Dorset Premier League table with a 3-1 success over Cobham Sports at Weymouth College. The win has stretched the Chickens
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Wood in way of double delight
Len Mahoney Cup Final DUKE OF ALBANY v KINGSWOOD THE Duke of Albany were crowned the county’s Sunday Intermediate Cup winners last weekend but tomorrow they will have to overcome formidable opponents the Kingswood if they are to make it a historic
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T-Bar out to stop champions Belve
Les Hallett Trophy Final BELVEDERE v TUATARA TUATARA player-boss Chris Meadows reckons his side are capable of pulling off a big surprise tomorrow by defeating Premiership champions the Belvedere in the Les Hallett Trophy final at the Wessex Stadium
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Piper sees Osmund triumph
TOBY Osmond flew the flag for Weymouth Amateur Boxing Club at their gentleman’s black-tie evening. The youngster was the only home victor at the Hotel Rembrandt tournament with Weymouth’s other representatives losing out despite valiant efforts. Special
