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Armed forces weekend to return with four days of events
Armed Forces Weekend is set to return to Weymouth, with a host of events across a four-day line-up. The annual event seeks to celebrate and commemorate the armed forces and veterans and will feature parades, bands and services. This year’s
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Refugee tells of finding 'safe haven' in Weymouth
A mother from Ukraine has spoken of how Weymouth has become her 'safe haven'. Maryna Dovbysh, 36, now lives with her two young children in the town and works as a refugee project officer for charity Help and Kindness. As part of International
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Dog rescued after plunging 30ft down cliff
A dog has been rescued after it fell around 30ft down a cliff on the Dorset seafront. The dog fell down the cliff near Seatown at around 1.13pm today. Rescue teams from Bridport and Weymouth Fire Station were called to the rescue. It had
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Seriously ill dad stranded in Turkey
A FORMER Weymouth pub landlord is stranded abroad after falling seriously ill. Malcolm Stocker became ill while on holiday with his partner in İçmeler in Turkey. Mr Stocker, who is the former landlord of the Duke of Albany in Weymouth, was
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Expert issues DVLA number plate warning where drivers could be fined £1,000
Brits have been warned about several registration plate rules that could result in fines of up to £1,000. Jon Kirkbright, sales director at Platehunter, said some people choose to rearrange the letters and numbers on their plates to make desirable
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'Essential' work to be carried out along footway
'Essential' work is to be carried out along a footpath in Weymouth. Dorset Council will be carrying out the maintenance work to a footway along Old Castle Road between its junctions with Belle Vue Road and Sudan Road. The road will remain
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PICTURES: Youth football teams - Part 1
THIS week, we've been celebrating dozens of Dorset's youth football teams. Some 16 clubs submitted a whopping 173 team shots between them, ready for a two-part 32-page supplement earlier in the week. The pull-outs proved so popular, we're publishing
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Dorset beat Wiltshire to keep NCCA Trophy hopes alive
WILTSHIRE 247 (0pts) lost to DORSET 249-5 (2pts) by five wickets DORSET’S NCCA Trophy fate lies outside of their control despite a five-wicket win over Wiltshire at Warminster. Luke Webb’s men upheld their end of the bargain, beating the Group
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Graham Norton reportedly considering big career change with Bridget Jones bosses
Graham Norton is reportedly set to make a dramatic career change away from the red sofa. The beloved Irishman has a popular talk show on the BBC which airs every Friday during its two seasons a year. Graham will reportedly go behind the camera
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England vs Serbia Euro 2024 team news and how to watch live tonight
England's Euro 2024 campaign kicks off on Sunday 16 June as they take on Serbia in Gelsenkirchen at 8pm. Gareth Southgate’s team arrive in Germany as one of the favourites to lift the trophy and they will be desperate to lay down a marker in Group
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Traffic easing as crash on major Weymouth route cleared
Traffic is easing now that a crash on a busy Weymouth route has been cleared. This was on the A354 Westwey Road from the B3155 Westham Junction to North Quay, Harbour Crossroads. Traffic was reportedly very slow in both directions on Westwey
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Travellers set up camp at park and ride in Weymouth
Travellers have set up camp in a park and ride in Weymouth. Around half a dozen caravans were seen earlier today at the Mount Pleasant Park and Ride just off the Weymouth Relief Road near Sainsbury's. Previously when travellers set up camp
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Bere on the brink of Finals Day after Dorchester T20s
DORCHESTER 56-9 (0pts) lost to BERE REGIS 57-1 (2pts) by nine wickets and DORCHESTER 117-1 (2pts) beat BERE REGIS 116 (0pts) by nine wickets BERE Regis moved to the brink of qualification for the Dorset League T20 finals day despite a mixed performance
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Gordon Ramsay 'lucky to be alive' after bike accident in the US
Warning: This article contains an Instagram post which briefly shows a heavily bruised torso in a video segment Gordon Ramsay has shared that he's 'lucky to be alive' after being involved in a bike accident in the United States. The 57-year-old
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Say cheese! Youth football team pictures - part one
THIS week, we've been celebrating dozens of Dorset's youth football teams. Some 16 clubs submitted a whopping 173 team shots between them, ready for a two-part 32-page supplement earlier in the week. The pull-outs proved so popular, we're publishing
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Experience key as Billam-Smith defends world title
CHRIS Billam-Smith believes his experience was the difference maker after he defended his WBO cruiserweight world title with a unanimous decision victory over Richard Riakporhe. CBS executed trainer Shane McGuigan’s plan at Selhurst Park as he
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Ex-Terras loanee Wiles-Richards joins Bath
GOALKEEPING talent Harvey Wiles-Richards has re-joined Bath City following his exit from Sky Bet Championship side Bristol City. The Robins in May announced Wiles-Richards would not be retained following the expiration of his contract on June 30
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Biker injured in town centre crash
A biker has been injured in a crash that closed a major Weymouth route. The B3155 King Street in Weymouth was closed due to a crash involving a motorcyclist and a car outside the Esso petrol station. The road was closed from Radipole Park Drive
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Three easyJet flights diverted to Bournemouth Airport
THREE easyJet flights were diverted to Bournemouth Airport due to bad weather. The flights were forced to land at Hurn on Saturday afternoon, June 15. An easyJet spokesperson said: “Due to adverse weather conditions in London Gatwick this afternoon
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Person injured in serious crash airlifted to hospital
A person injured in a three-vehicle crash yesterday evening was airlifted to hospital. The crash involved two cars and one van on the A3066 near Crooked Oak Hill, Melplash at around 6.25pm yesterday. One person was taken to the hospital via
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Police continue enquiries as boy taken to hospital after dog attack
A boy has been injured in a dog attack at a shopping centre in Weymouth. Dorset Police have now released a statement saying that a boy's hand and leg were injured in the attack at the Littlemoor Shopping Centre yesterday at around 2.40pm. The
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Warning of train cancellations due to crew shortages
GWR is advising customers to check their journey this morning before leaving home because of a shortage of train crew. With fewer people available to work, GWR is warning of short notice cancellations and alterations, especially on long distance
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Dorset parliamentary candidate demands action after police ram cow
Dorset parliamentary candidate Chris Loder has hit out after a police car was filmed deliberately being driven into a cow twice. A video of the incident began circulating on social media this morning and shows a loose cow falling and skidding metres
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Festivalgoers warned of camping fire risks
Campers are being warned to be wary of the fire risks during the festival season. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue service has issued a warning about how fires in tents can spread very easily. Its warning includes advice for staying safe
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What food and drink items are banned from Vue, Odeon and Cineworld cinemas?
With Oscar season now in full swing the urge to go to the cinema and check out a new release has never been bigger. Whether it be a rom-com, a widely acclaimed drama, or whichever latest superhero is making its big-screen debut, there is plenty
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Road closed after serious crash
Emergency services rushed to the scene of a serious crash on the A3066 in west Dorset. The incident near Crooked Oak Hill near Melplash was reported at 6.25pm on Saturday. The road between Crooked Oak Hill and Drury Lane was closed. Police
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Afternoon of swing music to liven up Borough Gardens
An afternoon of music and fun is coming to Dorchester. Swingtime in the Borough Garden will take place on Sunday, July 7, from 12pm. The event hosted by Fortuneswell Cancer Trust will see performances from the Bridport Big Band, Moonlight Swing
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The football club that is helping men to lose weight
Fitness focused footballers from Weymouth have shed a quarter of a tonne in weight thanks to a healthy lifestyle programme. MAN v FAT Weymouth encourages overweight and obese men to get fit and adopt healthy lifestyle choices with the club helping
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Popular seafront event raises thousands for lifesaving charity
A popular bike night has raised more than £5,000 for a lifesaving charity. Weymouth Bike and Classic Car Night takes place every Thursday night on Weymouth Esplanade between April and September often drawing large crowds. Organisers of the
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Countdown to day of youth led fun on Portland
A free day of activities for kids and young people is coming to Portland next month. The brand new event, Island Vibes, will be held on July 13 from 11.30am to 4.30pm at the Portland Masonic Hall, car park and skate park. It is being led by
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British Airways flight attendant reveals which foods to avoid before flying
Whether you’re a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, one thing you might struggle to escape is the post-flight bloat. A British Airways cabin crew member has now revealed why flying can cause bloating, alongside
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'Stunning' cricket club in danger of dying out
CHESELBOURNE Cricket Club has sent out an SOS to players who may be interested in pulling on their spikes once more. Having already scratched one game, and turned out with 10 players in another, Cheselbourne this season are struggling at the bottom