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Giant lifeboat mural planned for Weymouth harbourside
A GIANT mural could be painted on the side of a Weymouth harbourside property to mark the 200th anniversary of the RNLI. An application for the mural on the Grade 2 listed Custom House Café, which dates from the 1790s, comes from the Poole-based
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New takeaway restaurant to be built at holiday site
A WEYMOUTH holiday park has been granted planning permission to build a hot food takeaway on the site. It claims the unit will create four full-time and four part-time jobs, encouraging holidaymakers to stay for their take-away food, rather than
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Almost £800 raised to help support people's mental health
Almost £800 has been raised to help people who are dealing with mental health challenges. Freemasons at the Lodge of Friendship and Sincerity in Shaftesbury co-hosted a fundraising event with the local branch of the Rotary Club at Freemasons.
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Second hand vape 'not harmful' according to expert
Health experts in Dorset encouraging people to switch from smoking cigarettes to using vapes. Public Health Dorset is trying to get people to swap smoking tobacco products and start using vapes in order to help protect people from the harm caused
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Environmentalists to host panel on 'greenwashing'
Dorset climate activists are to reveal the dangers of 'greenwashing' in an online panel. Environmental lobbyists Dorset Climate Action Network will highlight the dangers of companies making false or misleading statements about the environment for
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Broadstone will not fear Dorchester - cricket previews
DORCHESTER captain Gautham Rajendar denied his side will hold a fear factor over winless Broadstone when the two sides meet at Dorchester Rec tomorrow (12.30pm). Rajendar’s side are unbeaten so far, the only blemish on their copybook coming courtesy
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Dorset's 'Indiana Jones' supports PM's call for national service
DORSET'S "Indiana Jones" has backed a proposal by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to introduce National Service for 16-year-olds. Colonel John Blashford-Snell CBE, 87, is an explorer who has travelled the world and served in the military and has been
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Free parking agreed for Weymouth events
FREE parking will be made available in Weymouth on four days in the coming year. Events including Remembrance Sunday, and the Christmas lights switch on have been selected for free parking by Weymouth Town Council. Residents and visitors will
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Traditional garden fete to raise money for charity
A village in Dorset will hold a traditional garden fete filled with stalls and games. The garden fete will take place at the Manor, in Martinstown on Saturday, June 22. It will take place between 2pm to 6pm. On the day, there will be a selection
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Magpies retain Ngalo for 2024/25 season
DORCHESTER Town skipper Jordan Ngalo has committed to the Magpies for the 2024/25 campaign. Former Aldershot, AFC Totton and Weymouth star Ngalo is highly regarded at Step 3 level and is seen as one of the best central midfielders in the Southern
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Car and motorcycle crash closes Boot Hill
A CRASH between a car and a motorcycle caused delays on a main road in Weymouth. Thw two vehicles crashed on the A354 Buxton Road at Clearmount Road. The A354 was closed in both directions causing traffic to be diverted away from Boot Hill.
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Man arrested in connection to crash
A man has been arrested in connection with a road traffic collision near Dorchester. At around 1pm on Saturday, May 18 Dorset Police received a report of a single-vehicle crash on the westbound carriageway of the A35 Puddletown Bypass near Tolpuddle
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Air ambulance lands in Dorchester
An air ambulance landed in Dorchester to deal with a medical emergency. The Magpas Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance landed on the green by the grove trading estate yesterday evening. It then continued its journey to Southampton General Hospital
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Dramatic rescue as car fills with water after plunging into river
A car plunged off a bridge into the river below leading to a dramatic rescue. Two members of the public rushed to the scene and freed the driver as the car started to fill with water. Police said the car had come off the bridge following a
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Former Terras loanee Greenwood in Cherries exit
CHERRIES’ development squad captain and former Weymouth loanee Ben Greenwood has announced his departure from the club. The 21-year-old exits five years after Cherries plucked him out of non-League, where he was playing for Fleet Spurs. Greenwood
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Armed police assist with medical emergency
Armed police officers assisted with a medical emergency in Weymouth. Paramedics were treating a person along the esplanade yesterday morning when passing officers stepped in to assist. No further police action was required and while the officers
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'You'll leave this show smiling and possibly wiping away a tear'
REVIEW SISTER ACT by WESSEX MUSICAL THEATRE Thomas Hardye Theatre, Queen’s Avenue, Dorchester Based on the 1992 film, the show follows night club diva Deloris Van Cartier as she is forced to go into hiding after witnessing a murder by
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The 6 beers that are good for your health (and the ones to avoid)
Did you know there are some beers that are good for your health? Health experts have revealed beers like Guinness, Stella Artois Unfiltered and London Porter Dark Ale could all have benefits when it comes to your gut health. Researchers have
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All you need to know about Geek Girl on Netflix - Cast list, plot and trailer
At long last, Holly Smale's best-selling young adult novel series Geek Girl has arrived on Netflix. The series stars House of the Dragon's Emily Carey as the “geek” Harriet Manners but little does she know her entire life is about to change when
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BBC release official statement on controversial Strictly star Giovanni Pernice
The BBC has addressed the drama relating to Strictly star Giovanni Pernice. The 33-year-old dancing professional has come under fire, facing allegations about his teaching methods from stars such as Amanda Abbington. Giovanni refuted he was
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Coronation Street star returns to rival soap 26 years after shock cobbles exit
Coronation Street star Phil Middlemiss is returning to a rival soap opera 26 years after his shock exit from the cobbles. The 60-year-old actor, who will now star in the hit BBC medical drama Doctors, played the role of Des Barnes from 1990 to
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HMRC reveals major change for drivers from this weekend
HMRC has revealed a major change for thousands of drivers across the UK. New fuel rates for company cars will be introduced across the country from June 1. The newly announced fuel rates for company cars cover electric, diesel, hybrid, petrol
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5 little-known illegal activities you should avoid doing on UK beaches
Whether you enjoy relaxing or playing games and building sandcastles when you go to the beach, there are some rules in place. It’s worth knowing though that some simple beach activities are illegal in the UK with beachgoers facing fines up to £2,500
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Increase in yobs blighting town’s riverside walks
An increase in antisocial behaviour has been reported alongside a picturesque Dorchester walking path. Dorchester Police says there has been an increase in antisocial behaviour alongside river walks, and has been patrolling the area accordingly
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Environmental group invite people to join litter picks
An environmental group are inviting people to get involved with a number of community litter picks throughout the summer. Weymouth and Portland Marine Litter Project are hosting four litter picks across Weymouth and Portland from June 30-September
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Girl, 8 walking 200 miles for lifesaving charity smashes target
An eight-year-old girl who challenged herself to walk 200 miles for a lifesaving charity has smashed her target. Hali-Rai Green from Weymouth has challenged herself to walk 200 miles for the RNLI which is celebrating its 200th anniversary this
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Poole Harbour Festival – a festival for everyone!
Whether you’re looking for monsters of rock and pop, creepy crawlies, clowns, puppets or dinosaur roars, Poole Harbour Festival, July 26-28, takes ‘something for everyone’ to the next level. With its stunning shoreline location, warm welcome and
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Day of free activities in park to mark milestone
A DAY of free activities is on offer in the Borough Gardens in Dorchester next month. A fun day will be held in the town gardens to mark Dorchester Town Council's 50th anniversary. The event will be held on Saturday, June 29 from 11am to 4pm
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Appeal for children's shoes for Afghan youngsters
Children's school shoes are needed for young Afghans who are being temporarily housed at an army camp in Chickerell. Chickerell Town Council is appealing for people to donate shoes for both boys and girls, all sizes. A requirement for donated
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Two turtles rehomed in Weymouth after being injured by boats
TWO turtles were injured by boats at sea before being rehomed in Weymouth. Josie and Sharky both currently reside at the Sea Life Centre in Weymouth and are two of more than 50 turtles cared for by the centres nationwide. To increase awareness
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Primary school pupils inspired to run more than 350 miles to help vulnerable children
Children at a primary school ran a combined total of more than 350 miles to raise money for charity. Pupils at Chickerell Primary Academy took part in a whole-school sponsored run to raise money for the ASCAR Project in Uganda. Every child
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Plan for 18 flats in town given green light
CONSENT has been given for the conversion of a former Dorchester Magna Housing office building into 18 flats. The Dorset Council decision, which allows the changes without the need for full planning permission, was backed by Dorchester town council
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24-hour prescription robot for pharmacy among latest planning decisions
ANOTHER Dorchester pharmacy is to have a 24-hour prescription ’robot’ fitted – this time on the edge of the Duchy of Cornwall’s Poundbury. The first to be approved in the town was in recent weeks for the Maud Road pharmacy, using one its three
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PICTURES: D-Day anniversary plaque unveiled by 99-year-old local veteran
A plaque marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day has been unveiled at the station where young American soldiers boarded trains on their way to the horrors of Omaha Beach in Normandy. The tribute was unveiled at the Swanage Railway by 99-year-old
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Popular park to re-open after £1 million makeover
A Weymouth park that has undergone a £1 million refurb is nearly ready to open to the public. The newly refurbished Radipole Park and Gardens will be setting of an exciting ‘Fun Day’ on Saturday, June 15 to mark its official opening. The event
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School celebrates latest Ofsted inspection
INSPECTORS have rated a Weymouth primary school as 'Good' in a recent report. The education watchdog, Ofsted, rated St John’s Church of England Primary School, in Coombe Avenue, as 'Good' overall, the second highest rating available. The early
