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Weymouth blow Beaminster away in fourth straight victory
BEAMINSTER 178-9 (9pts) lost to WEYMOUTH 274 (19pts) by 96 runs A WONDERFUL century from Neil Walton helped Weymouth to a 96-run victory over Beaminster, their fourth win on the trot in County Division One. Walton’s innings of 114 included
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Salmon smashes 139 as Swanage stun Dorchester twice
SWANAGE 198-4 (2pts) beat DORCHESTER 195-5 (0pts) by six wickets & SWANAGE 173-7 (2pts) beat DORCHESTER 144-8 (0pts) by 29 runs SWANAGE caused a massive upset by roaring to two victories over Dorchester, who suffered their first defeats of 2024
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Adams explains Terras Under-23s exit
CRAIG Adams has explained why he stepped down as Weymouth Under-23s’ boss, while hailing his players as a “tremendous” group to work with. In his only season in charge, Adams led the Terras’ youngsters to third in the Hampshire Combination and
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Josh McQuoid on playing in midfield, his health and 2024/25 hopes
WEYMOUTH star Josh McQuoid is relishing what could be a more flexible role at the Terras next season. McQuoid, 34, is set for a full campaign with Weymouth after missing all but seven matches last season to undergo treatment for a sarcoma in his
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Fire breaks out at harbour restaurant
A fire broke out at a popular restaurant at Weymouth Harbour. Firefighters were called to a blaze at Quayside Bar and Kitchen based on Custom House Quay in Weymouth after 5pm. Three fire engines were seen outside the building. No injuries
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Two vehicle crash causes traffic delays near supermarket
Heavy traffic has been reported near a supermarket in Dorchester due to a crash. Dorset Police received a report at Tuesday, June 11 at 4.40pm of a two vehicle crash on the B3147 at The Grove near Lidl in Dorchester. Heavy traffic was reported
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Cruise ship named by Princess Diana calls into Portland Port
Another cruise ship has called in at Portland Port this morning. The MS Artania docked at Portland this afternoon (Tuesday, June 11) at around 3.26pm after arriving at 7.16am from Cobh, Ireland with 1,200 passengers on board. Launched in
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Teenage couple found dead 'less than a week after being arrested'
It has emerged in a pre-inquest review that two teenagers found dead in a Dorset nature reserve had been arrested days earlier. The bodies of Jack Michael Williams, 18, and Katherine Susan Jane Powell, 17, were found in Bothenhampton Nature Reserve
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Man "exposes himself" to teenagers at popular footpath
A man allegedly exposed himself to a group of teenagers in Weymouth. It was reported that a group of three teenagers witnessed a man exposing himself on the Rodwell Trail footpath that runs behind the Weymouth Outdoor Education Centre between
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Martin Lewis asks experts if landlords are responsible for 'severe damp' and mould
One of the many frustrations of living in a rented property is having your home invaded by black mould and damp, as it can be difficult to deal with. Not only can it be harmful to your health, but it can also damage your belongings. Various
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Drug raids seize colourful packages of cannabis 'sweets'
COLOURFUL packets of cannabis sweets have seized during drug searches. Multiple illegal packets of vibrant cannabis pouches were found during raids. Off-brand named pouches included ‘Cannaburst’, a play on Starburst, and ‘Zkittlez Cake’, a
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Emergency crews rescue person suffering 'serious' leg injury in fall
Emergency service crews were called to evacuate a person after they suffered a ‘serious leg injury’ when descending down a embankment on Portland. Crew form Portland Fire Station, Portland’s Westcliff Coastguard team and paramedics assisted with
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Lane closed after vehicle breaks down on main road
A lane on a main road has been partially closed after a vehicle broke down. The left lane of the A354 between Weymouth to Dorchester has been partially closed after a vehicle broke down. The incident was reported to police around 8.30am.
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UPDATE: Missing 14-year-old boy in Dorset found
Police confirmed that they have located a missing teenage boy near Dorchester. Following enquiries and searches Thomas Millard, 14, who was last seen yesterday evening (Monday, June 10) in a rural area near Dorchester, has been found. A spokesperson
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Homeowners urged to invest in this feature to add 10 per cent to house value
Homeowners have been urged to invest in wooden floors in order to increase their property's value. Wood is the most popular flooring option in the country since it can come in a vast array of colours and patterns. As a result, 80% of estate
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Warning to anyone with an air fryer to follow these 'must-know' steps
Air fryer users have been urged to follow these five "must-know" steps when cleaning their appliances. In recent years, the UK has been gripped in an air fryer frenzy with sales rocketing for the gadget at many major retailers. Their popularity
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Future is looking brighter for community group in desperate need of members
The future is looking brighter for a group that feared they may have had to disband without additional support. The Friends of Rodwell Trail and Sandsfoot Castle has been running for around 15 years now and due to ‘people getting a little bit older
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Police chiefs commit to 'relentless' pursuit of drug crimes
Police chiefs have reiterated their commitment to ridding Dorset of drug crime as the next phase of Operation Scorpion gets underway. The multi-force operation got underway yesterday, with police bosses stating there is 'no place in Dorset' for
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POLL: Should teachers be responsible for helping children brush their teeth?
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting appeared on Good Morning Britain (GMB) earlier today (June 11) to discuss his suggestion of supervised tooth brushing for three to five-year-olds during the school day, which he claims would be an “absolutely worthwhile
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Company accused of 'lack of compassion' after precious bracelet goes missing
A couple in their 70s have been left feeling ‘isolated’ and 'upset' by a bus company after losing an item of great sentimental value. Janet Meachin, 76, and her partner Greg Nason, 71, who both live in Dorchester, were travelling home after an
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Man jailed after series of assaults on five police officers and doctor
A man has been sentenced to a year in prison after assaulting six emergency workers. Liam Heeley, aged 20, appeared in Weymouth Magistrates Court for 11 charges between November 24, 2023, and May 1, 2024, across Weymouth, Dorchester, Wool and Poole
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Get quizzing for a great cause
The Dorset branch of an end-of-life charity is calling on people to host quizzes to raise money for a good cause. This summer, the Marie Curie charity is calling on those keen on trivia in Dorset to host a Big Summer Quiz and help the charity care
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Calls for traffic calming at busy school drop-off point
PROPOSALS have been made for traffic calming measures on Shrubbery Lane in Wyke Regis. The road is a busy drop-off point for three schools in the area. The proposals were brought to Weymouth Town Council's Planning and Licensing Committee.
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Outdoor education centre to celebrate 60th anniversary
An outdoor education centre in Weymouth is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a special open day. Weymouth Outdoor Education Centre (WOEC) has been improving the lives of children and young people in Dorset across those years. To celebrate
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Care home residents share wartime memories for D-Day anniversary
Care home residents in Dorset have marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day by sharing personal memories and taking part in community commemorations. The anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 prompted events, visits and get-togethers
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Dorset man's art collection to be auctioned off
THE lifetime collection of a Dorset man is to be auctioned off. More than 100 lots from the estate of Edward Marnier features a variety of period furniture, rugs, Asian art, ceramics and silver. However, it was the pictures that were the