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Dorset braced for more wild weather
DORSET is preparing for more wet weather tomorrow. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain which will be in force from 2am until 6pm. The rain could cause disruption to travel. A Met Office spokesperson added: “Heavy
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Beaminster Youth Football team to recieve fundraising boost
Two fundraisers are being organised in aid of Beaminster Youth Football team. On Saturday, March 8, a tabletop sale is being held at St Mary’s Church House in South Street, Bridport from 9am to noon. On Saturday March 15 at 7.30pm prompt, a
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Is this the Holy Ghost? Spiritual image appears on Portland
A FLOOD victim is feeling reassured after coming face-to-face with the ‘Rolly Ghost’. Portlander Stuart Fretwell was mopping up the water from a leaking roof when he tore open a fresh roll of paper towels to be confronted by a Jesus-like face.
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Coeliacs set for meeting
The Coeliac UK Dorchester group is holding its spring meeting at the Southill Community Hall in Radipole Lane, Weymouth, on Saturday, March 29. The meeting will include a short, informal AGM and will start at 10am. Outreach coordinator for
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Auction of promises
An Auction of Promises is being held at The Old Malthouse in Langton Matravers on March 15 from 5.30pm. Organised by the Lions Club of Swanage and the RNLI, proceeds will be split between the Weldmar Hospicecare Trust, the Lewis Manning Hospice
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Pupils relive the Saxon way of life in Wareham
SCHOOLCHILDREN enjoyed a history lesson with a difference when they stepped back in time. Pupils enjoyed travelling back to the Saxon way of life with the help of historians from the Cranborne Ancient Technology Centre. The re-enactment team
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Date set for coffee morning and reading group at library
The next Friends of Wyke Library coffee morning and reading group will be held in the library on Monday, March 31. It starts at 10.30am and all are welcome.
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The Friends of Lodmoor Country Park holds open meeting
The Friends of Lodmoor Country Park is holding an open meeting at the Lodmoor Inn on Wednesday March 5 at 7pm. Anyone is welcome to attend to hear about developments in the park and to share ideas. Proceeds from the raffle will be sent to the
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Molly - jack russell
I’m an adorable six-year-old jack russell girl looking for a home where I get the treatment I deserve. I’ve had an unsettled life to far and would love to find a secure home. Rushton Dog Rescue 07870 771694 rushtondogrescue.co.uk
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Another authority increases its share of the council tax
A rise of 1.94 per cent has been agreed for Purbeck District Council’s share of the council tax. Proposing the rise, Council Leader, Cllr Gary Suttle, said: “Due to many uncertainties, setting the budget has been difficult this year. However, with
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Johnny - calm greyhound
I’m a six-year-old greyhound boy who is very calm. I’m a real gentleman and will make somebody a fantastic companion if they have it in their heart to offer me a home. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428 clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk
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Scrutiny committee meets
A meeting of the Dorset Health Scrutiny Committee will take place at County Hall from 10am on March 10. It includes an opportunity for the public to ask questions and raise any issues.
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Litter pick in the park
The Spring Litter Pick in Lodmoor Country Park will take place on Saturday 8th March between 10.15am and 11.30am. Some gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at the Galleon Children's Play area/green gym Station 3. All help will be welcomed
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Big push to get schoolchildren on their bikes and scooters
Schools all over Dorset are encouraging pupils to jump on their bikes and scooters for The Big Pedal. Taking place from March 3 to 14, The Big Pedal is a national competition organised by charity Sustrans and aims to get children active. Hundreds
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Bridport woman receives travel fellowship to aid development
A woman from Bridport is among those receiving a Churchill Travelling Fellowship to support overseas projects. Tina Lee, an artistic director, will travel to Bosnia & Herzegovina and India to develop an understanding of the use of music and
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Talk on Elisabeth Frink and the arts in Dorset given by Annette Ratuszniak
The Dorset Archives Trust is hosting a lecture by Annette Ratuszniak entitled’ Elisabeth Frink and Archiving the Arts in Dorset.’ The lecture will be held at the Dorset History Centre on March 20 at 6.30pm for 7pm. Tickets are £10 to include
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Secrets of Brownsea Island revealed at talk
The secrets of Brownsea Island will be revealed in a talk hosted by the Friends of the Priest’s House Museum. It is on Thursday, March 20 at 7.30pm at the museum in Wimborne. Tickets £6 from 01202 882533.
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Jack - four-year-old cat
I am a sweet looking four-year-old male cat who deserves to find a place to call my own. I’m looking for a home with an experienced owner where I would be the only cat. Margaret Green Animal Rescue 0844 4990426 margaretgreenanimalrescue.org.uk
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Glinda - lively lurcher
I am a beautiful 18-month-old lurcher with lots of energy who is looking for my forever home. I’m loving and could live with dogs but not very young children. Margaret Green Animal Rescue 0844 4778846 margaretgreenanimalrescue.org.uk
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Father and son team take on marathon challenge to raise funds for Parkinson’s UK
A FATHER and son marathon running duo are holding a fundraiser in Martinstown to boost their charity efforts. Dorset County Hospital paediatrician Phil Wylie and his teenage son Ben will be hitting the streets of London together on April 13 for
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Rory - lovely pet
I’m a labrador cross who is around a year old. I’m all right with children and get on with other dogs. I will make someone a very loving and loyal pet. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428 clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk
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Nesta - young dog
I’m a lovely little cross breed lad who is five months old and as bright as a button. I need some training and an owner who is prepared to put the work in. Rushton Dog Rescue 07870 771694 rushtondogrescue.co.uk
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Award for Portland beach clean volunteer
A VOLUNTEER who has organised several clean up events after the recent storms has been recognised with an award. Storm Wallace was presented with a Marine Environment Award at Chesil this morning. She is the first person to receive the award
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Youngsters celebrate the joys of reading in Dorchester
from Dorchester and the surrounding area have joined together to celebrate the joys of reading. An event was held at the county town’s library to mark the launch of the Dorchester Area Schools Partnership (DASP) reading group. Each of the 19
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Eli shares pictures of a new-born zebra and camel
HERE are two lovely new arrivals: above is a newborn Grevyâ’s zebra with her mother Nadine, the first born at Chester zoo for 34 years. There are thought to be less than 2,500 left in the wild. The foal was born with brown stripes that will turn black
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Animal Magic by vet Alice Moore
LAST week I wrote about Spud, my elderly, two legged, rescue chinchilla. Spud had started to go off his food so I brought him into the surgery, gave him an anaesthetic and examined his teeth. Spud’s front teeth were overgrown and he had some sharp
