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Footie-mad dad and son meet famous faces as they follow their England heroes
WEYMOUTH father and son Matt and Jack Brown have been travelling around Germany for the past month following England as they progress through Euro 2024. They're remaining positive ahead of England's match against The Netherlands this evening.
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Hackles raised over naming Freemasons in council 'conduct report'
NAMING the Freemasons in a report about local government conduct has raised hackles at Dorset Council. Conservative group leader, Cllr Andrew Parry, said it was unfair to single out the organisation when other groups, such as Extinction Rebellion
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Major Weymouth event saved from the axe
The biggest beach volleyball event in the country has been saved following concerns it would have to be scrapped amid funding problems. Organisers of the 2024 Weymouth Beach Volleyball Classic have confirmed it will be going ahead later this month
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Weymouth well beaten at leaders Corfe Mullen
CORFE MULLEN 135-3 (20pts) beat WEYMOUTH 134 (3pts) by seven wickets CORFE Mullen have cemented their place on top of the County Division One ladder with a seven-wicket win over Weymouth. Three wickets and an unbeaten half-century from Corfe
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Martinstown make light work of Ham Rec
MARTINSTOWN 135-1 (22pts) beat HAMWORTHY RECREATION 132 (2pts) by nine wickets MARTINSTOWN made light work of 10-man Hamworthy Recreation to record a nine-wicket victory in Dorset Premier Two. The result was the perfect response to a batting
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Man was found dead in Asda toilets after cleaner couldn't get into cubicle
A MAN found dead in a supermarket’s toilets was discovered after a cleaner was unable to get into a cubicle, an inquest heard. The inquest into the death of Peter Donnelly Andrews was opened in a hearing at Bournemouth town hall by area coroner
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Hutchinson hails massive influence of father Ian in his career
NEW Dorchester Town defender Harry Hutchinson has spoken of the influence of father Ian in his footballing career. Ian Hutchinson managed Weymouth in two spells across a tumultuous 12 months in the Terras’ history from 2010 to 2011. His managerial
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Do speed cameras have to be painted yellow and must they be visible?
Speed cameras record a vehicle’s speed by using detectors on the road or radar technology, depending on the type of camera. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - what to look for
Brits are being urged to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely
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Woman jailed after killing cyclist in hit-and-run crash
A WOMAN has been jailed after killing a cyclist in a hit-and-run crash. Jessica Berry, 26 and of Corfe Mullen, was driving on the B3078 Julians Road in Wimborne when she hit 40-year-old cyclist James Raeburn with her car. Emergency services
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UK households could be due £170 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?
UK households could be due a £169.50 refund on the cost of their TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you could be
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Have adders ever killed anyone in the UK? 100 reported bites each year
Adders, grass snakes, and smooth snakes are the only three species of snakes you can find in the wild in the UK, but the adder is the only native venomous snake. The snake is not considered to be particularly aggressive: it usually only bites when
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PICTURES: Glamour galore at proms
The Thomas Hardye School Year 11 prom proved extremely popular. Dorchester students were keen to say goodbye to their classmates and turned out for the prom on a fine summer's evening at at Kingston Maurward House in vast numbers. Click into
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Former Weymouth footballer enters Love Island villa
A former Weymouth footballer has entered the Love Island villa. One of the latest bombshells to enter the villa was 29-year-old Joshua Oyinsan who played for Weymouth in 2022. During the episode he and Reuben, an accounts assistant from Surrey
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Council leader announces resignation
VIKKI Slade is to resign as BCP Council’s leader. The newly elected MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole has had a change of heart and will not lead the local authority for the rest of the summer. Mrs Slade, who will remain as a ward councillor
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Popular restaurant officially shuts
A popular restaurant chain has closed one of its sites in Weymouth. Beefeater in Weymouth has officially shut to the public following a huge shake up within the company. The chain restaurant has now become a Premier Inn restaurant and will
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Rain wipes out play as Dorset draw at Shropshire
SHROPSHIRE 327-8 (10pts) drew with DORSET 231-5 (9pts) DORSET began their Durant NCCA Championship campaign with a curtailed draw after rain wiped out the entire final day’s play. Shropshire had made 327-8 in their first innings and Dorset
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Two arrested after woman assaulted by group
Two people have been arrested after a woman was assaulted by a group on a popular walking trail in Weymouth. A woman was walking along the Rodwell Trail and had just passed under Buxton Road when she reportedly saw four people who were known to
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Arts company holds comic cabaret show for summer fundraiser
An arts company based in Dorchester will be hosting a summer fundraising event which will feature a cabaret show. Whitcombe Manor, which is the home of author Minette Walters, will be hosting Dorchester Arts’ tenth Summer Sunday fundraising event
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People encouraged to submit images into charity calendar competition
A lifesaving charity is encouraging local residents of all ages to submit their drawings and photos into a competition for the chance to be published. Weymouth Lifeboat is hosting a competition in which 13 lucky people will have their images selected
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5* eateries near you
The following local eateries have all been awarded the coveted 5* food hygiene rating. From cosy cafes to upmarket restaurants, these culinary gems not only produce exceptional food, but prioritise the highest standard of hygiene and food safety.
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Brand new audiology suite set to reduce waiting times
A brand new audiology suite has been opened next to Weymouth Community Hospital. The facility, in the Park Centre, is the new base for Dorset HealthCare's audiology team in the west of the county, and is expected to help cut waiting times.
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Dorset Echo readers can subscribe for just £4 for 4 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Major diversion as road closes for works
A LENGTHY diversion is in place this week for drivers travelling in the day between Dorchester and Broadmayne. The road from Came View roundabout in Dorchester to the 30mph limit in Broadmayne is subject to closure for roadworks to take place on
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Town centre shop opens with new look and more space
Weldmar Hospicecare’s charity shop in Weymouth has reopened with an eye-catching new look. The shop is now much larger, having incorporated the former Weldmar clearance shop next door, with one side dedicated to sustainable fashion and the other
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Seriously ill dad stranded in Turkey 'back on home turf'
A FAMILY is relieved and thankful after their dad who fell ill in Turkey has finally been brought home. As previously reported, Malcolm Stocker - the former landlord of the Duke of Albany in Weymouth - became ill while on holiday with his partner
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The latest hygiene ratings for cafes, restaurants and pubs
A NUMBER of cafés, pubs, restaurants and takeaways across Dorset have been handed new food hygiene ratings recently. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) inspects businesses across the country, assessing hygiene and safety, structural compliance and
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Warning as main road closes for works this week
PRESTON Beach Road in Weymouth will be closed this week for night-time works to improve the road surface. The closure is expected from Thursday July 11th until Tuesday 16th, although may be in place for longer if the scheduled work has to be extended
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Fewer planning applications being submitted
Labour has promised to reform the planning process after a landslide election victory. It comes as fewer planning applications were submitted in Dorset last year. Labour said it will build 1.5 million new homes over the next parliament by "
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PICTURES: Paramedics showcase life-saving skills at open day
PARAMEDICS and staff from Weymouth Ambulance Station hosted an open day, giving an opportunity for the public to meet the local crews who save lives every day. Stands at the event included from the South Western Ambulance Service, St John Ambulance
