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New road closures will damage trade says pub landlord

Planned roadworks between Bridport and Poundbury will ‘turn the tap off’ according to one pub landlord. As reported, publicans and residents in Chideock have been left ‘infuriated’ by overnight road closures from Axminster to Bridport – effectively

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Swimmer discovers shark washed up on Dorset coast

AN avid swimmer got quite a shock after discovering a dead shark on the beach. Christian Blanch, 41, was swimming in preparation for multiple marathons. Once he left the water, Christian came across the creature lying dead on the sand at Alum

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Date new Greggs will open on A35 is confirmed

GREGGS is set to open a branch at a petrol station on the A35 in Winterbourne Abbas. Work has been taking place at the site and it is understood the popular bakery chain - famous for its bakes, sausage rolls and doughnuts - will open to the public

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Popular pub planning to open summer campsite

ONE of rural Dorset’s best-known pubs is planning to use some of its grounds for a temporary summer campsite. The Worlds End Inn, Dorchester Road, Almer has notified Dorset Council that it intends to use the area for camping between July 27 and

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New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend

A new speed camera law that 'will change how we drive' will come into effect this weekend. A change in EU legislation - despite the UK no longer being part of the Union - is set to have a considerable effect on motorists up and down the country

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Man in lake murder probe 'died of drowning'

A MAN who was found dead in a Dorset holiday park lake has been named in an inquest opening. Dorset Police launched a murder probe after the 78-year-old was pulled from Heron Lake at Warmwell Holiday Park in Dorchester. Michael Victor Hadfield

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'Do not eat': Asda crisps are a 'possible health risk' as recall issued

Asda has recalled some of its crisps, as the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a “do not eat” warning, because they may be a “possible health risk”. The supermarket is recalling its Asda Extra Special Sea Salt & Chardonnay Wine Vinegar Hand Cooked

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'I play my best under him' - Hutchinson relishing Killick reunion

NEW Dorchester Town signing Harry Hutchinson admits manager Tommy Killick played a massive role in his decision to join the Magpies. Hutchinson, 21, links up with Killick at a second club having first moved to Poole Town from Portland United in

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Dorset Coast: Island full of curiosities

In this series exploring the Dorset coastline we arrive on the isle of Portland PORTLAND is an explorer's island with curiosities of history and folklore just waiting to be discovered. It is a stark and striking tilted table of limestone four

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New South Dorset MP "ready to hit the ground running" and announces priorities

The new South Dorset MP has said he’s “ready to hit the ground running” following his election win. The general election saw the Labour Party gain the South Dorset seat from the Conservatives in a tightly fought contest. Richard Drax lost his

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'There's a lot to be done': West Dorset's new Lib Dem MP says work starts Monday

A NEWLY elected Dorset MP who has taken the West Dorset seat from the Conservative party for the first time in its 139 year history says he's 'over the moon.' Speaking after the historic result, Lib Dem Edward Morello said 'there's an awful lot

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Everything to know on new BBC Two crime-thriller The Turkish Detective

A new crime-thriller series will be airing on BBC Two soon, which stars Ethan Kai and Haluk Bilginer. The Turkish Detective is adapted from the award-winning Inspector Ikmen novel series by Barbara Nadel, and was acquired by the BBC from Paramount

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Everything to know on new BBC Two comedy-drama Spent starring Michelle de Swarte

Michelle de Swarte leads the cast of the comedy-drama series Spent which will be airing on BBC Two very soon. Alongside starring in the programme, de Swarte also created and wrote the series partly basing it on her experiences in the modelling

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reveals new cabinet in full - see their roles

New Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced his new cabinet appointments, hours after he addressed members of the public outside 10 Downing Street for the first time in his new role. He has promised to rebuild trust in politics and restore

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Crash causing delays on main Dorset route

A crash is causing delays on a busy Dorset route. A two-vehicle crash on the Stadium Roundabout outside Dorchester was reported to police at 4.06pm. There are reports of queueing traffic on Weymouth Relief Road heading towards Dorchester from

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Bees and Blues discover cup opponents

PORTLAND United and Bridport have learned of their opponents in the FA Cup and FA Vase ahead of the 2024/25 season. Portland will host newly promoted and fellow Step 5 side Hamworthy Recreation in the FA Cup extra preliminary round on Saturday,

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Travellers set up 'unauthorised' camp in Dorchester

Travellers have set up an "unauthorised" camp in Dorchester. The police were alerted to their presence at 8.02pm yesterday at a park on King's Road in Dorchester. Police officers have attended the site and are liaising with those present as

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When will Sir Keir Starmer announce his first cabinet as new Prime Minister?

Sir Keir Starmer will take over the role of Prime Minister from Rishi Sunak after the Labour Party won this week's general election. Labour won a 403 majority with the Conservatives only winning 110 seats bringing to an end 14 years of Tory governments

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'This is a difficult day' - Rishi Sunak gives final Downing Street statement as PM

Rishi Sunak apologised to the country following a landslide Conservative defeat in the 2024 general election, describing it as a "difficult day". Labour swept to victory, having claimed 412 seats at the time of writing with just two left to declare

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RECAP: Dorset reacts to historic election results

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Labour make history and gain Poole after multiple recounts

LABOUR made history again as Neil Duncan-Jordan gained Poole for the party after multiple recounts. More to follow. 

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Rishi Sunak takes responsibility for 'disastrous' Tory election campaign

Rishi Sunak shouldered the burden for a “sobering verdict” at the General Election, as competing Tory factions began their battle over the diminished party’s future. The outgoing Prime Minister said it had been a “difficult night” and apologised

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GENERAL ELECTION: Council leader Vikki Slade wins seat in parliament

VIKKI Slade is off to Westminster as she has been elected as Mid Dorset and North Poole’s MP.  The Liberal Democrat won 21,442 votes against Tory former illegal immigration minister Michael Tomlinson’s 20,090 votes.  At present, Mrs Slade has

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Labour make history with first MPs in Bournemouth

LABOUR created history on Friday morning by winning in both Bournemouth seats in the general election.  Jessica Toale and Tom Hayes were victorious in bids for parliament, winning Bournemouth West and East respectively.  Sir Conor Burns – first

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GENERAL ELECTION: Dorset political leaders give their verdict

DORSET Council may have to wait for weeks to see if a change of Government brings any benefits to the county. Despite a previous Conservative majority on both Dorset Council and the former  Dorset County Council, and at Westminster, it brought

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Train delays due to fallen tree

Rail passengers travelling to and from Weymouth are experiencing delays due to a fallen tree on the line.  Services are currently at a standstill between Wool and Weymouth due to a tree which has fallen on the line between Wool and Dorchester South

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GENERAL ELECTION: Full results for Dorset

Here are all the General Election results declared so far in Dorset. South Dorset Results Labour's Lloyd Hatton has taken the seat from incumbent Conservative Richard Drax. The votes in full for South Dorset:  Lloyd Hatton, Labour:

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Lib Dems gain West Dorset in historic win

FOR the first time ever West Dorset is no longer a Conservative seat after the Liberal Democrats pulled off an historic win. Edward Morello won the seat with a majority of over 7,000. Mr Morello for the Liberal Democrats received 26,999 votes

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Event celebrating LGBTQ+ youth returns to Dorchester

Young people are invited to celebrate pride at a free, inclusive event in Dorchester. Dorset Youth Pride is returning to the Shire Hall Museum on Saturday July 13 to host a day of activities celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and allies. The

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Finalist of popular TV show to attend summer fair in Dorchester

A finalist of popular crafts TV show will be joining traders for a summer fair in Dorchester. The Duchess’s Summer Fair will be held outside The Duchess of Cornwall Inn on Saturday July 6 from 10am to 4pm. There will be various arts and crafts

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Swing singer coming home for series of outdoor concerts

Tony Lowe, the Weymouth- born swing singer, returns home this summer for a series of outdoor concerts. The performer has become known for his 'velvet voice' and his repertoire of much loved rat pack style songs. His first concert kicks off

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Closure of road just off town centre

A road just off Dorchester town centre is to be partially closed to allow works to be carried out. Prince of Wales Road will be shut from between its junctions with South Walks Road and York Road from Monday, July 15, a distance of approximately

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Labour's Lloyd Hatton elected as South Dorset MP

Lloyd Hatton has been elected as South Dorset MP for the Labour Party. The party gained the seat from the Conservatives in a tightly fought contest. Labour won with a majority of 1,048, overturning a majority of around 17,000. Labour received

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Wildlife presenter backs anti-hunting protest

A BBC wildlife presenter has backed a Dorchester protest against illegal hunting. Local wildlife campaigners will return to South Street on July, Saturday, July 13, to march through the town to protest against what it claims is the start of the

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Wall built without permission may have to be demolished

A NEWLY built wall next to a Dorchester shop may have to be pulled down. The recommendation comes from a Dorset Council officer after a retrospective planning application for the wall divided opinion among town councillors. Planning permission

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What to expect as popular steam and vintage fair returns this weekend

It’s full steam ahead as an immersive steam engine and vintage show returns to Dorset this weekend. The Chickerell Steam and Vintage Show will be held once again today and tomorrow at Moor Farm showcasing an impressive display of vintage cars,

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Pupils raise funds for wildflower meadow information board

Pupils from a first school in Dorchester raised enough funds to install a nature information board as part of an 18-month nature project which saw them planting wildflowers. Year 1 pupils from Damer’s First School on Liscombe Street in Poundbury

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New home among latest plans decided

EXTENSIONS and other changes to properties in and around Dorchester have been decided by Dorset Council. They include a new home at Buckland Newton following the demolition of an existing property and carport. In Cerne Abbas an aluminium and

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Dorset dad with terminal cancer set to climb mountain for charity

A Dorset father dying of brain cancer is climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) to help future generations. Father of four Andy Hampton, 54, will be ticking off a bucket list item on Saturday, July 6, when he scales the 1,085-metre peak in Wales, just 14

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Woman who had cancer as a child raising money for children's hospice

A woman who has had two open heart surgeries will be taking on an eight-mile trek to raise money for children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. Jenny Beatt, 64, and a long standing volunteer for Dorset-based charity Julia's House

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'I love living with them and never want to leave' - Young woman praises carers

A young woman with learning disabilities is thriving thanks to the the support of her carers. Special educational needs provider Muntsy's and Dorset Council's Shared Lives carers are providing support for Natasha - enabling her to thrive and become