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Terras' home run ends
WEYMOUTH 2 Halloran 53, 85 BANBURY UNITED 4 Coleman pen 4, 35, Staff 14, Martin 51 WEYMOUTH’S impressive home record went down the drain as the 10-man Terras were sunk at a sodden Bob Lucas Stadium. Going into this
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Dorset's Diverse Abilities Plus appeals for fundraisers
A disabilities charity is urging volunteers to help raise cash for its cause while getting involved with the Olympics and Paralympics. Diverse Abilities Plus, which provides support and education for children and adults with disabilities across
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Dorset warning over rogue taxi drivers
PARTYGOERS are urged to make sure the taxis they use are trustworthy as the festive season approaches. West Dorset District Council (WDDC) is reminding local people to ensure that any taxi they get into is licensed by WDDC or another local
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Vigilance urged after rare bike is stolen from Weymouth
A Weymouth mother is urging parents and students to be vigilant of thieves after another bike was taken. Mary Walden and son Niall Collins, 18, live in Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, and last week Niall’s bike was stolen from Weymouth College.
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Dorset snow update: Gritters in action
DORSET County Council’s gritting teams took to the roads again yesterday to combat the icy, dangerous conditions for motorists. All the main road networks were treated and many local communities in rural areas were also gritted. A council spokesperson
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Steve Knightley at Holy Trinity Church, Bradpole
STEVE Knightley, in association with Lodge Music Promotions, will be performing live at Holy Trinity Church, Bradpole, on Wednesday, December 8. Steve is well known as one half of the highly acclaimed, award winning West Country folk duo, Show of Hands
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Felix - needs a mature home
I AM an 11-year-old gentleman and I am looking for a quiet mature home. Every time people visit the cattery they pass me by and I don’t think they realise I would like a new home too. I am on a sensitivity diet. Margaret Green Animal Rescue: 0844
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Jack - one year-old cat
I’M a one-year-old cat who has been living as a stray. I would love a home of my own and I’m really looking forward to meeting my new family. I could live with other animals. Margaret Green Animal Rescue: 0844 4990426
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Penny - short-legged staffie
I’M a six-year-old short-legged staffordshire bull terrier. I’m a friendly lively girl with lots of energy. I would like to find an active home where I will get lots of walks and attention. Margaret Green Animal Rescue: 0844 4778846
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Kiki - small Staffordshire bull terrier
I AM a small three-year-old female Staffordshire bull terrier. I was brought in as a stray in an appalling condition. Despite the discomfort I’ve been in, I’m always happy to see people. Margaret Green Animal Rescue: 0844 4778846
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Kay - six-month-old dog
I’M a six month old girl. I have a friendly gentle nature and like the company of other dogs. I could probably live with cats as long as we are introduced properly. Margaret Green Animal Rescue: 0844 4778846
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Snow update: Portland pensioners trapped in homes
PENSIONERS have been trapped in their homes for two days as icy roads and pavements have made it impossible for them to get out. Steep residential roads on Portland have been left ungritted and the sub-zero temperatures have made areas too
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Dorset snow update: Dorset County Hospital sees increase in injuries
The A&E department at Dorset County Hospital has seen an increase in cold and ice related illnesses and injuries with an increase in limb fractures and head injuries in particular. A spokesperson for the DCH NHS Foundation Trust said: "We
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Hutch gets full backing from Terras' board
WEYMOUTH chairman George Rolls and the club’s board of directors have given Ian Hutchinson and his in-form troops their full backing by maintaining the playing budget for December. With help from the Wessex Fantasy Football initiative, Hutchinson’s
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Weekend programme decimated
MASSES of games have been called off this weekend due to the adverse weather conditions. Dorchester Town’s clash at St Albans City in Blue Square Bet South has been postponed but there are high hopes that Weymouth’s home encounter against Banbury United
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Ash is keen to secure striker Wilson
DORCHESTER Town chief Ashley Vickers could be set to offer a permanent deal to young striker Rico Wilson. Having tied midfield ace Steve Devlin to a longer stay earlier this week, Vickers is keen to secure the immediate future of Wilson. The emerging
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Enjoying Christmassy fun at St Andrews School
I WAS given such a warm welcome when I went along to St Andrews CE VA Primary School Christmas event. I got dressed up in my Santa suit for the occasion and the pupils made a real fuss of me and gave me lots of cuddles, as you can see from the pictures
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Trophy march goes on after Dorchester beaten
MOONFLEET 94 Dorchester 69 MOONFLEET continued their march in the Egham Trophy with victory over neighbours Dorchester. Fleet’s home rink of Margaret Hooper, Sheila Baker, Chris Cook and skip Warren Smith, up against Julie Flatters, Eve
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Moonfleet ease to Denny cruise
THERE was an emphatic victory for Moonfleet A against Banister Park in the one rink home, one rink away Leonard Denny Trophy. The home quartet of Keith Wyman, Kevin Walbridge, Mike Gale and Martin Puckett led the way, going 18-8 up by 10 ends
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Super Seasiders stop 'Stoke
Hampshire Division Three WEYMOUTH 2 BASINGSTOKE II 1 LEADERS Weymouth remain the only unbeaten side in Hampshire Division Three after disposing of Basingstoke Seconds in a top-of-the-table clash. The match itself was in serious doubt
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Dorset snow update: Disruption continues
SCHOOLS remained closed and major events were cancelled as Dorset was hit by a second day of winter weather chaos. Following the worst snowfall in 15 years Dorset was hit by sub-zero temperatures causing major disruption. Parents and children in the
