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'Enough is enough': Vow to tackle shoplifting - the 'blight on our streets'
Retail crime is a 'major cause for concern' among business owners and retailers, says Dorset's Police and Crime Commissioner. Shoplifting in the county has been on the rise over the past few years with offences rising by a staggering 44.9 per cent
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Landlord 'humbled' to win pub of the year
The landlord of the 'last traditional pub' in a Weymouth community says it is 'incredible' to be named the Dorset Echo's Pub of the Year - just 16 months after taking over. The Wyke Smugglers on Portland Road, Wyke Regis is this year's best pub
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'Lovely' floral hanging basket displays return to town centre
Splashes of 'vibrant colour' are poised to return to a Dorset town centre. Dorchester Town Council has announced the return of the much-loved hanging baskets to the heritage lampposts on South Street. It has been made possible through significant
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Objectors lose battle over village events
EVENTS in a field adjoining the Springhead Pub at Sutton Poyntz will continue with the granting of a separate licence to the Blue Welly company. Some residents feared that having two licences in the area could mean extra noise and disturbance and
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Terras to report back for testing and training
WEYMOUTH manager Mark Molesley wants his Terras squad in the “best possible shape” ahead of the new season as his players report back for testing today. The Terras have so far secured 12 players for the 2024/25 National League South campaign and
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Former Terras director named Ridgeway chairman
FORMER Weymouth director Tony Greaves has been voted in as Ridgeway FC’s new chairman at the club’s AGM. The former Portland United chairman succeeds now director of football Tim Davis, who has transformed the club formerly known as Redlands Rebels
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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles
Over 100 new ultra speed cameras are being trialled on roads in the UK. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK 's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043 people – the highest figure since records began.
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Major police presence after teenager stabbed
A TEENAGER was stabbed in a disturbance. Officers were called to the disturbance in the area of the Swanage Amphitheatre off Peveril Point Road at 10.30pm on Saturday, June 22. After officers searched the area, a 17-year-old was found with
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Tickets launch for The Polar Express festive train ride
TICKETS have launched for the returning The Polar Express train ride in Swanage this festive season. After a popular turnout last year, tickets are now on sale for the train ride experience at Swanage railway 2024. Passengers will get the chance
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'Hurricane' Francis wins England's Strongest Man title
WEYMOUTH strongman talent Kane Francis labelled his victory in England’s Strongest Man as the best of his career. Francis remarkably overturned a 4.5-point deficit to leader Andrew Flynn by winning the final event, the famous Atlas stones, in just
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Dorchester finish with T20 double over Martinstown
MARTINSTOWN 154-4 (0pts) lost to DORCHESTER 158-4 (2pts) & MARTINSTOWN 112 (0pts) lost to DORCHESTER 116-0 (2pts) by 10 wickets DORCHESTER ended their Dorset T20 Cup campaign with two dominant victories over neighbours Martinstown, but missed out
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Free buses for military veterans for Armed Forces Day
Serving members of the armed forces, veterans and cadets are being offered free bus travel to show support for Armed Forces Day. First Bus South has announced that free travel will be available to those in uniform or displaying valid identification
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What time does a neighbour's loud music have to stop in the UK?
Loud music from next-door neighbours, especially on a weekday, is a common headache that comes with living in a residential area. Luckily, there are a number of rules in place to regulate this as well as sanctioned actions you can take if you are
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Urgent appeal to find missing man
POLICE concerned for a missing man are appealing to people across the county to help find him. Dorset Police received a report at 7.44am on Monday, June 24 raising a concern for the welfare of Rom Diaz Bezerra De Cammaso. The 45-year-old was
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WATCH: ‘Miracle’ moment boy who survived 60ft fall from Old Harry Rocks is rescued
A BOY who survived a 60ft fall from Old Harry Rocks with only minor injuries has been deemed a ‘miracle’ by emergency services. Both of Swanage’s lifeboats rushed to join the multi-emergency response team after reports of a boy falling from the
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Teenage girl arrested after bungalow fire
A 17-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out in a bungalow this morning. Emergency services were called to a property fire at Sunnyside Road in Weymouth shortly after 10.30am to a blaze believed to have been
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Ship burgled whilst moored in harbour
Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary on a boat in Weymouth Harbour. Police were called to reports at 2.45am and 3am on Thursday, June 20, that two men boarded the TS Jack Petchey training ship, which was moored outside the Harbour
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Man found not guilty of stabbing
A WEYMOUTH man who was charged with assault, grievous bodily harm and wounding with intent has been found not guilty of all charges. Paris Elliott appeared before Bournemouth Crown Court on Wednesday, June 19. He was found not guilty of all
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Warning issued to parents and dog owners as temperatures set to soar
People are being warned of the dangers of leaving children and dogs in cars as hot weather is set to hit Dorset. A weather warning is currently in place with temperatures set to soar over the next couple of days. The warning has been issued
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Holidaymakers and locals 'shocked' after holiday park death
A community has been left reeling after the death of a man at a holiday park in Dorset. A murder probe is underway after the body of a man, aged in his 70s, was pulled from a lake at Warmwell Holiday Park in Crossways in the early hours of Sunday
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RECAP: Suspected arson as fire breaks out in bungalow
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Fire breaks out at bungalow
A fire has broken out at a bungalow in Weymouth. Two fire engines were seen at Sunnyside road, near to All Saints Church of England Academy in Weymouth. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue on Sunnyside Road (Image: Cristiano Magaglio)
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Fall victim was woman in her 80s, police confirm
An elderly Dorset woman died after falling from a height, police have confirmed. As previously reported, firefighters, police officers and the ambulance service were all called to the Purbeck village of Worth Matravers on Saturday, following reports
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Milestone celebration to take place on island
A huge milestone celebration is set to take place on Portland. This year the Islanders Youth and Community Centre is marking its 50th anniversary with a big birthday bash on Saturday, July 13 from 2pm at the centre on East Weare Road. The community
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Summer of music returns to Dorset town
A great line-up of tribute acts are heading to the heart of Dorchester. Music in the Square is set to return to Brewery Square, Dorchester this summer. Kicking off the series of live music acts is a Taylor Swift tribute Act ‘Taylored Swift’
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Gardening expert shares 4 tips to keep your lawn looking pristine in summer
Gardening advice spans a huge range of topics and some people might be wondering what the best ways are to keep a lawn looking pristine during the summer. Lawns can be a tricky thing to maintain, especially in the summer months when we want to
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Lost Dorset train station building was put up in another town
THESE old pictures show a west Dorset town that was popularised as a resort in the 19th century and has retained its appeal over the years. Lyme Regis can be seen in bygone days in these Claud Hider photographs which were taken from 1922 onwards
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Temporary closure planned for main Dorset road
Part of a main road in Dorset will be closed for essential maintenance works. The A352 near Dorchester will be temporarily shut between the Came View roundabout and the 30mph signs at Broadmayne. The temporary road closure order will come into
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Doubts over future of popular festival after 11 years
A much-loved local music and arts festival will not return on ‘as big a scale’, with organisers admitting doubts over one being held next year. The Chesil Rocks Festival, which has been a mainstay at Tim and Hilary Warren’s Higher Farm House in
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Historic landmark to host brand new local food and drink festival
An historic Dorset landmark is hosting a brand new food and drink festival. The National Trust is hosting Love It Local’s inaugural Food and Drink Festival at Corfe Castle on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 of July. The castle grounds will be used
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Pupils given 'unique' beach school session to learn about the coast
More than twenty families from Portland have attended a special ‘beach school’ session. The special class was laid on by Atlantic Academy to showcase a unique aspect of life at the school. The session, held on Black Barge beach featured a range
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Plan to keep elderly safe from online scams
Elderly people in Dorset are to benefit from a new initiative to create safer environments at home and online. Age UK North South & West Dorset is being supported by the county's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) with a new project to support
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How can I tell if my stamps are valuable? What experts say to look out for
Stamp collecting may have fallen out of fashion for many people in the UK, but the hobby can still yield extremely valuable stamps that you might not even know you have. If you have inherited a collection or have one stored away you might not be
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Literacy group seeks volunteers to continue 'lifeline' service
A literacy group described as a “lifeline” to the South Dorset community is seeking volunteers to help adults with their reading. The Read Easy South Dorset (RESD) charity offers free one-to-one tuition to anyone over the age of 18 so they can
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Popular LGBTQ+ themed show comes to the big screen this July
Young people can enjoy free cinema screenings of a popular LGBTQ+ themed TV show in Dorchester this July. The Shire Hall Museum is partnering with Dorchester Youth Council to hold screenings of Heartstopper, for teenagers aged 12 to 18. The
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'It's not a wildlife park': Overgrown cemetery to be cut back following concerns
A COUNCIL says an overgrown cemetery which has caused a stir among residents is due to be cut back this week. Relatives of family members buried at Melcombe Regis cemetery in Weymouth have voiced their concerns about the site's unkempt state.
