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Well-known bakery undergoes Italian transformation
A SWANAGE bakery that has undergone an Italy inspired transformation- The Italian Bakery is Trader of the Week. Found in Institution Road, The Italian Bakery is the go-to destination for fresh breads, sourdoughs, pastries, sausage rolls, cakes,
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Shortlist for Hairdresser of the Year announced-How to vote for your favourite
Your nominations for the Dorset Echo Hairdresser of the Year are in-and now it is time to vote for your favourite. They are: * Saint Nics Hair Lounge, 16 St Nicholas Street, Weymouth * Colour Luxe, Leanne House, Avon Close, Granby Industrial
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Fire crew called out to chimney blaze
A crew from Dorchester Fire Station were called out to a chimney blaze at a property in Charminster over the weekend. The chimney fire on North Street in Charminster was reported by a resident at 6.26pm on Sunday, February 26. The crew used
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Terras to play twice in two days as final pushed back
WEYMOUTH have confirmed the rescheduling of next week's Dorset Senior Cup final with Poole Town - 24 hours after visiting Chippenham. The Terras are due to host the Bluebirds in a crucial Vanarama National League South clash on Tuesday, March 7
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"Dilapidated eyesore" transformed into vital temporary accommodation
A derelict house left unoccupied for several years is set to provide much-needed temporary accommodation. West View, in Blandford Forum, has undergone extensive renovation works which are nearing completion. The house will become stable accommodation
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Teen cyclist in hospital after crash involving a van
A TEENAGER has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a bike and a van. The collision took place at approximately 7am this morning (Monday, February 27) on the A350 Grosvenor Road involving a Nissan van and a cyclist. The cyclist -
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Stunning image ‘shows Northern Lights’ above Dorset
The Northern Lights above Dorset have been captured by a Dorset resident. Gareth Lloyd has shared a stunning photograph of what he believes to be the Aurora Borealis, seen from Wareham on Sunday evening. The Met Office had expected the lights
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Investigation launched into man's death after fall on bus
AN ELDERLY man has died after sustaining injuries during a fall on a bus. At around 2.10pm on Friday, February 24, a man aged in his 80s was injured after reportedly falling over on the number 17 bus in Constitution Hill Road in Poole. He was
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Weymouth funfairs MAY be 'saved'
WEYMOUTH'S funfairs may still go ahead as the town council is to take another look at the decision to axe the majority of this year's bookings on the Pavilion forecourt. The controversial decision by a majority vote of the Weymouth Town Council
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'End of an era' as 'iconic' trees are felled
IT was the end of an era in Dorchester town centre at the weekend as works to fell two 'iconic' trees were completed. The horse chestnut trees were located next to Coffee #1 at the lower end of South Street but had become significantly decayed.
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Sandbanks Ferry to return to service after four months out of action
THE Sandbanks ferry is returning to service today, after four months out of action. Operators of the popular route, which runs between Sandbanks and Studland, confirmed that the ferry would be returning from 11am on Monday, February 27, starting
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Teenager 'punched and kicked' in town centre ‘robbery’
A TEENAGE boy was allegedly punched and kicked and told to remove his clothing by four men in balaclavas in a reported robbery. The incident took place in Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester, on the afternoon of Saturday, February 25. A 13-year-old
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Attempted murder probe as man airlifted to hospital after suspected stabbing
A MAN was airlifted to hospital after reportedly being stabbed. Detectives investigating reports of the stabbing at an address in Wimborne are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Police called at around 9.50pm on Sunday, February 26, to
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'Troubled' tank order 'back on track' after Dorset visit - Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has declared a ‘troubled’ £5.5billion tank order 'back on track' after seeing it in action in Dorset. The Ministry of Defence project to build 589 of the state-of-the-art vehicles has prompted severe criticism having
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Afternoon of musical celebration to mark the King's coronation
AN AFTERNOON of celebration to mark the King's coronation will take place near Weymouth seafront this spring. The event has been organised by The Friends of Greenhill Gardens and will take place at Greenhill Tennis Courts on The Esplanade.
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Third Weston goal 'killed' Magpies' hopes of draw - Wood
DORCHESTER Town assistant James Wood believes the third goal in Weston-super-Mare’s 3-1 win over his side “killed” the Magpies’ chances of a positive result. Weston, top of the Pitching In Southern League Premier South by five points with two games
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Cabbies to put 'mind over butt' in 1,100 mile motorbike ride in a day
Three cabbies will be riding their motorbikes more than 1,100 miles to help a cause close to their hearts. Paul Best, 59, of Wyke Regis will be joined by his fellow Fleetline taxi drivers Darryl Taylor, 37, of Westham, and Matt Barnes, 40, of Portland
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'Special' festival making return for 2023
A 'SPECIAL' family-friendly music festival is set to mark its 10th anniversary in Dorset later this year with a host of local musicians lined up for the 'beautiful' event. Chesil Rocks will take place at the home of Hilary and Tim Warren at Higher
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Search for sunniest weather in UK leads couple to open new cafe
AN INTERNET search for places in England where the sun shines the most was what led a South African couple to end up in Poundbury. And a vacant premises in Dinham Walk seemed like it was meant to be for Natasha and Francel Du Preez-Strauss, who
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Dorset house prices fall - how much your home could be worth
House prices in Dorset have gone down by an average of over £6,000 in the month of December, according to figures from the Land Registry. The latest data from the government department reveals that in December 2022 average house prices in Dorset
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'The perfect away day' - Terras' win delights Wilkinson
WEYMOUTH boss Bobby Wilkinson described the Terras’ 5-0 demolition of relegation rivals Concord Rangers as “the perfect away day”. For the second time this season, Wilkinson’s men won 5-0 away to match the same scoreline at Tonbridge Angels in
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Former Dorset student helps Nepalese children overcome barriers
AN INSPIRATIONAL project to encourage young children in remote areas of Nepal to enjoy sport is being spearheaded by a former Dorset school pupil. Emily Shaw, 18, who attended Bryanston School near Blandford, is developing the Right2Run project
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No ban for driver clocked speeding at 100mph
A MOTORIST clocked speeding at 100mph has avoided a driving ban. Thomas James Bray, whose address was given as Prankerds Road near Sherborne, was found guilty of speeding using the single justice procedure. The matter was dealt with at Weymouth
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Dorset chippy in final of national awards
A DORSET fish and chip chain is set to discover if it's won a national award this week. Harlees Fish and Chips is nominated in the Best Multiple Operator of the Year Award, at the National Fish and Chip Awards, which will take place on February
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PICTURES: Inside the penthouse with 'stunning' views of the beach on the market
A “STUNNING” penthouse apartment located just 200 metres from the beach has gone on the market for a cool £2.3 million. Located in Westminster Road, the penthouse in Chatsworth has views looking out to Branksome Chine beach and is all yours for
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Fewer than one in five knife crime offenders jailed
Fewer knife crime offenders in Dorset were jailed last year, according to new figures. Data from the Ministry of Justice shows just 34 criminals convicted for knife and offensive weapon offences received an immediate custody sentence in the year
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Two teenagers interviewed by police following college building fire
TWO teenagers have been interviewed by police following a fire in a former college building in Poole earlier this month. No arrests have been made in connection with the fire which destroyed a former Poole College building off Constitution Hill
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"The rot has set in" - huge decline in passenger numbers on Dorset buses
NEARLY two million fewer bus journeys are being taken across Dorset compared to pre-pandemic levels, new figures show. Transport campaigners say major changes need to be made to the way buses are run in the county with one saying “the rot set in
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'Nuisance' teen in court after threatening to 'bang out' police officer
A ‘NUISANCE’ teen has appeared in court after drunkenly threatening to assault police officers - outside a police station. Connor Jay Kalvin Whiting, whose address was given as Milton Crescent in Weymouth, appeared unrepresented before Weymouth
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Opinion divided on plans to convert shopping centre into hotel
OPINIONS are divided on proposals that would see a derelict shopping centre become a budget hotel. The proposals would see the former Colwell Centre, on School Street, demolished and in its place a new hotel erected along with a ground floor restaurant
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Row breaks out over MP's correspondence with constituent
A WAR of words has erupted surrounding the contents of an MP's correspondence with a constituent. The fierce row between Chris Loder, MP for West Dorset, and Dorset Council has come to the fore in an ongoing dispute over repair works - funded by
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Classic Jaguar XK8 to be auctioned for charity
A JAGUAR sports car is set to go up for auction next month to raise money for an air ambulance trust. The owner of a 1999 Jaguar XK8 convertible has entered his pride and joy into the Charterhosue classic car auction on Thursday, March 9, and will
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Dorset tenants need an extra £52 every month to put a roof over their heads
Housing benefits tenants in Dorset are being forced to find an extra £52 every month to meet rising private rents and put a roof over their heads, new analysis suggests. Local Housing Allowance is a housing benefit payment made to those eligible
