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Couple arrested on suspicion of manslaughter of baby - desperate search for infant
Constance Marten and Mark Gordon have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter of their baby. In a press conference this afternoon Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford of the Metropolitan Police confirmed that the couple have been further arrested
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Former prison officer who had relationship with inmate 'breached trust'
A FORMER prison officer 'entirely compromised her position' when she engaged in an 'emotional and intimate' relationship with an inmate. Rachel Martin, 25, formerly of Woodvill Road in Salisbury, came into contact with prisoner Raymond Abraham
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Former prison officer jailed for 16 months for 'explicit' relationship with inmate
A FORMER prison officer has been jailed for 16 months after having an 'explicit' relationship with a Dorset inmate. Rachel Martin, formerly of Salisbury in Wiltshire, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court today (Tuesday, February 28) for misconduct
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Incredible images captured of the Northern Lights in Dorset
A photographer has captured the spellbinding moment that the Northern Lights shone over Dorset. Robin Goodlad shared the images that he captured to Twitter of the aurora borealis over Knowlton Church in Cranborne, Dorset, at around 9.04pm last
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Risk to baby ‘as high as it’s been’ after missing couple found
Detectives attempting to find Constance Marten’s baby have said the risk to the infant’s welfare is “as high as it’s been in the investigation” as they search the Sussex undergrowth. The Dorset aristocrat and her partner Mark Gordon were arrested
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ITV and BBC cancel EastEnders, Emmerdale and Corrie in soap schedule shakeup
BBC and ITV have removed EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street from their TV schedules at points this week. The channels have cancelled the popular soaps on certain evenings to make way for the FA Cup. Instead of a trip to Walford tonight
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Tesco recall and 'do not eat' warning over product which may be unsafe to eat
Tesco is recalling a product because it may contain an undeclared ingredient that poses a health risk. The supermarket giant is recalling its Arrabbiata Sauce because it may contain milk which is not mentioned on the label. As a result, the
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Father of arrested aristocrat tells of fears over missing baby
The father of Constance Marten has said it is a huge relief that his daughter has been found, but it is "very alarming" that her baby remains missing. Napier Marten told the Independent he loves his daughter dearly but it would have been "far better
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Vehicle fire sparks log pile blaze
Two fire crews from Shaftesbury were called to a vehicle fire at 10.14 am today. The fire, which started from a small vehicle in Salisbury Road, spread to a pile of logs, which had to be extinguished. Firefighters carried out an inspection
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Dates set for A35 resurfacing works
RESURFACING work on a busy A-road in Dorset which has been plagued by potholes is set to begin next month. Starting from Monday, March 6, six miles of the A35 and the adjoining A30 in Devon will be completely resurfaced by National Highways.
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Major search for missing baby after Dorset aristocrat and boyfriend arrested
A huge search is under way for a two-month-old baby after missing aristocrat Constance Marten and her sex offender boyfriend Mark Gordon were arrested in Brighton. The couple have been avoiding police since the infant was born in early January,
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DWP issues update on £900 cost of living payments - dates and eligibility
An update on the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) £900 of cost of living payments has been issued. More than eight million people will qualify for a new £900 cash boost, available to people in receipt of means-tested benefits including Universal
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Kitchen blaze started by eggs left on pan
A FIRE broke out after eggs were left cooking in a pan at a home in Dorchester. Shortly before 1pm on Sunday, February 26 crews from Dorchester Fire Station and Weymouth Fire Station were dispatched to reports of smoke coming out the front of
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Woman ‘seriously injured’ when knocked over by car rolling backwards
A woman in her 70s had to be freed by fire crews after she became trapped under a car in Bridport. Emergency services attended the scene on St Swithins Road shortly after 9am this morning, Tuesday. The woman was taken to hospital for treatment
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The Dorset beaches ranked among the best in Europe
TWO Dorset beaches have been named among some of the best in Europe according to travel website Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor's Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2023 revealed that Weymouth beach and Bournemouth beach both earned spots in Europe's top 25
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What is today's Wordle word? February 28 2023 hints and answer
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5-letter word in only six attempts. The game
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Missing Dorset aristocrat and partner arrested - baby still missing
Missing aristocrat Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon are in police custody after being arrested in Brighton. Metropolitan Police said an urgent search operation is underway to find their baby, who has not had any medical attention since
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea... at a museum in Dorset
THE TIGER Who Came to Tea is set to entertain a whole new audience together as part of an exhibition at a museum in Dorset. Shire Hall in Dorchester will play host to an exhibition celebrating the work of Judith Kerr - one of Britain’s best known
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New apartment complex along main Dorset route
A NEW four-storey apartment complex exclusively for the rental market has been fully completed. Dorset-based developer AJC Group has completed the build to rent building in Wimborne Road, Oakdale, which comprised 35 one- and two-bedroom apartments
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Overnight maintenance works on road to Weymouth seafront
A stretch of road leading to the seafront in Weymouth will be closed overnight due to essential maintenance works. A 50-metre portion of Greenhill at the splitter island on the B3155 will be closed to allow safe access for Wessex Water to replace
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Young Terras keeper signs for ex-Premier League winners
ONE of the most promising young footballers in Dorset has signed a professional contract with former Premier League champions Leicester City. Lewis McNab, 15, is Weymouth born and bred and signed for the Foxes after they beat off strong competition
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Group launches to give voice to Dorset's women in tech
FEMALE engineers, IT experts and tech professionals have launched a group to showcase their work and give women a stronger voice in the world of technology. More than 50 people attended a launch event to hear the stories of women who work in a
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Partnership of mutual support kicks off
A partnership has been announced between a football league and a much loved charity in the area. The Wessex Football League has kicked off a partnership with the Wessex Cancer Trust. The union will build on the league's commitment to raising
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'Out of this world' interactive experience in Dorchester
AN out of this world experience is set to grace Dorchester. A free, interactive, extra-terrestrial experience for all the family will take place on Saturday, March 18 to celebrate Dorchester Science Festival, which takes place from March 10-19.
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Talk on buildings made using local materials
The fourth talk of the Spring Programme of Teas & Talks will focus upon buildings made using local materials and the building traditions of their area. The talk, presented by the Friends of Weymouth Museum, will be held in Hope United Reformed
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Refugees plan food business after popular taster days
After ‘tasting’ success Ukrainian refugees are looking to take the next steps by starting a business. The Weymouth-based group of refugees cooked and served delicious traditional Ukrainian dishes at St Mary’s Church in Weymouth town centre on two
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Dorch Sports held by league's bottom team
DORCHESTER SPORTS 3 SHAFTESBURY TOWN RES 3 DORCHESTER Sports were held to an action-packed 3-3 draw by Jewson Dorset Premier League strugglers Shaftesbury Town Reserves at the Avenue Stadium. Sports have still not won a game in 2023, a
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Police "exploring a number of lines of enquiry" over man missing for a month
POLICE are pursuing a number of lines of enquiry to locate a man who has been missing for over a month. Steven Clarke, 54, was reported missing two days after his birthday and with birthday cards left unopened at his home address. The last
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Dorchester seal narrow win after 79th-minute penalty
DORCHESTER 27 ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT II 24 FOLLOWING an error-strewn first-half performance, Dorchester produced a stirring second half to overcome a 14-point deficit and beat Royal Wootton Bassett Seconds 27-14 at Surcouf Park. In what
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Volunteers sought for daffodil appeal collections
Collectors will be shaking their tins in the Weymouth and Dorchester area to raise money for the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal over the next month. The first collection will be at Morrisons in Weymouth starting on Saturday, March 4 and lasting
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Weymouth road re-opens after roadworks delayed
AFTER nearly two months' worth of maintenance works, a road in Weymouth will re-open today. Watery Lane in the Upwey area of Weymouth is back open after Wessex Water completed works to install a new water main in the area. Works began on
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Council's seafront restaurant lost £176k in a month due to 'unpredictable factors'
SEVERAL unpredictable factors were to blame for a council "pilot" restaurant losing £176,000 in one-month of trading on Bournemouth beach at the height of summer, according to a senior councillor. Cllr Beverley Dunlop said a review of BCP Council
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Tributes paid to "adventurous" and "outgoing" teenager
Tributes have been paid to a ‘much loved’ teenager whose death has been described as a ‘tragedy for the whole community’. An inquest into the death of Riley Harrison Ellis, 17, heard the Weymouth teen was a music student and played guitar in a
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Italian restaurant group buys the Dorset site where it started
A FAMILY-run Italian restaurant group has bought the flagship Dorset site where the business started. Tamburino has sites in Yeovil and at Clarks Village in Street but began in its Sherborne premises 18 years ago. The Sherborne site saw record
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Stolen vehicle and horse box recovered
POLICE have recovered a vehicle and a horse box that are believed to be stolen. Dorset Police rural crime team were able to recover a 4x4 and horse box over the weekend following a call from a member of the public reporting 'suspicious circumstances
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Have you seen David? Concern for missing man last seen leaving hospital
CONCERN has been raised for a Poole man who has not been seen or heard from since leaving a hospital. Dorset Police received a report raising concern for the welfare of David Benham, aged 56, who had left Poole Hospital at around 6.30pm on Sunday
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Poll results: Here's what readers are saying about funfairs in Weymouth
Weymouth Town Council has announced that it will take another look at the decision to cancel funfair bookings for this year. As reported, the ongoing debate over proposed funfair bookings for 2023 came to an abrupt and unexpected halt last week
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Father who abducted daughter and fled to Belgium for seven months is sentenced
A FATHER who abducted his baby daughter and fled to Belgium has been spared jail for the best interests of his child. The man, a Belgian national, took his daughter from their flat in Bournemouth without the mother’s permission and spent seven
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Appeal to trace family of man who died alone
PEOPLE across Dorset are being asked for assistance in locating the next of kin of a man who died in Bournemouth. John Hartridge, who was 80 years old, died at his home address in Suffolk Road on Tuesday, February 21. His death is not being
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Teachers to strike again in Dorset this week
TEACHERS in Dorset are set for a second day of strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay with the Government. Teachers who are part of the National Education Union (NEU) will take action on Thursday, March 2 on what is World Book Day.
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Councillor urges public to help after teen 'punched and kicked' in broad daylight
A COUNCILLOR has urged the public to assist the police after a teenager was allegedly punched and kicked and told to remove his clothing by four men in balaclavas in Dorchester. The reported robbery happened in Bowling Alley Walk, Dorchester, on
