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Pubs allowed to open later than usual for England vs Spain Euro 2024 final
Pubs will be allowed to extend their opening hours on Sunday (July 14) with England set to take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Venues in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open an extra two hours, until 1am, on the day of the match.
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Prom dream comes true for seriously ill teenager
A teenage girl's dream of making it to her prom came true despite her major health battle. Thomas Hardye School student Ellie Moore, 16, was described as an 'inspiration' after she came out of hospital to attend the year 11 prom at Kingston Maurward
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Bittersweet win for Blues
PORTLAND United’s 5-2 win at Blandford United left manager Kyle Critchell with a bittersweet reaction to the Blues’ performance. Portland found themselves 1-0 down thanks to Elliot Manson’s opener, before George Stuttle and Jamie Symes goals put
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Killick gives verdict on Magpies squad after signing 18 players
DORCHESTER Town manager Tom Killick appears content with his current squad for the 2024/25 season but did not rule out making further additions. Killick has this summer spoken at length regarding the difficulties of competing with other wealthier
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REVEALED: Best and worst GP surgeries in Dorset
The best and worst patient experiences at GP surgeries in Dorset has been revealed in the annual GP Patient Survey. More than 8,100 people took part in the survey this year, which provides vital feedback on the quality of care and service of general
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Environmental permit 'likely to be granted' for controversial incinerator
AN ENVIRONMENTAL permit is 'likely to be granted' for the controversial incinerator proposed for Portland. The permit is separate to planning permission and must be obtained from the Environment Agency to run such facilities. It covers covers
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Terras secure win and clean sheet at Sholing
SHOLING 0 WEYMOUTH 2 WEYMOUTH secured another win and clean sheet as the Terras beat Sholing 2-0 at the Mortgage Solutions Stadium. Goals from Trialist B and Will Keita proved sufficient for Mark Molesley’s men, adding to their 4-0 win
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Shop owner furious after £800 ring stolen
A SHOP owner is furious after an £800 ring was stolen. A star ruby ring was stolen from an outlet at the shopping emporium at Wardon Hill Trading Post at the Clay Pigeon site off the A37 between Dorchester and Yeovil. The theft, which happened
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Magpies cruise past Hammers in first friendly
HAMWORTHY UNITED 0 DORCHESTER TOWN 4 DORCHESTER Town completed a regulation 4-0 dismissal of Hamworthy United to begin their pre-season campaign with a victory. With three divisions separating the sides, two goals in each half proved the
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Firefighters at scene of crash
A crash has taken place in Weymouth. Two vehicles have been involved in a collision near St Paul's Church on Abbotsbury Road. The crash caused one lane of traffic to be blocked, with cars taking turns to pass the vehicles. The van after
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Don't miss seeing all the pictures from students' ball
MAKE sure you pick up a copy of tomorrow's Dorset Echo to see all the pictures from the latest prom held in the area. The Thomas Hardye Sixth Form Ball was held at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy on Portland on Thursday, July
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Illegal tobacco and vapes seized in police raids
Shops and vehicles have been raided by police. Officers and police dogs from Weymouth and Portland Police searched three Weymouth shops and two vehicles in connection with the illegal supply of tobacco and vapes. Following searches, a significant
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Jet2 brings forward first flights from Bournemouth Airport
PACKAGE holiday firm Jet2 will bring forward its launch date from Bournemouth Airport. Bosses at the airliner initially wanted to take off from Hurn on April 1, 2025, but following demand from excitable customers, this has been brought forward
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New town centre speed limit comes into force
A new, reduced speed limit has come into force across most of Bridport town centre. As previously reported, Bridport is one of five communities to have its speed limit reduced, alongside Langton Matravers, Wimborne, Pimperne and Winfrith. Residents
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Homeless camp found on popular walking trail
A homeless encampment has been found on a Weymouth walking trail. Police patrolled Rodwell Trail this morning following reports that a group of homeless people had set up an encampment. Police say that the encampment was no longer in use and
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Drivers urged to be patient with farm traffic during harvest
Drivers are being urged to be patient with extra farm traffic on the roads. The Dorset Police Rural Crime Team have issued a notice to drivers to be 'patient and careful' on the roads during a time of heightened farm traffic due to the harvest.
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Tragedy as man dies in flat
A man has died at a flat near Weymouth town centre. Police and paramedics were called to Corscombe Close, near the inner harbour, in Weymouth. Dorset Police received a report at 1.27pm on Thursday, July 11 from the ambulance service regarding
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Picnic in the park returns TODAY
An afternoon of live music and entertainment is returning to Chickerell. Picnic in the Park is back in Willowbed Field today, Saturday, from 1pm-8pm. There will be plenty of opportunities to dance and sing at the top of your lungs at this free
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Weekend weather: Rain forecast while temperatures climb
It's heating up once again this weekend - but the sun is likely to be hidden by overcast skies. Across the county, temperatures will reach highs of 19 degrees this weekend, but this will be met with drizzle, cloudy spots and a light breeze.
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Campsite on outskirts of town gets go-ahead
A CAMPSITE on the outskirts of Dorchester has been told it can go ahead for most of August. The Dewflock Farm site is at Winterborne Monkton, accessed by a track just beyond the road/rail bridge off to the Monkton Park junction on the Dorchester
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Childcare worker and mum of three wins £3 million house she thought was a joke
A mum of three has won a £3 million house that she thought was a joke being played on her by the family's notorious prankster. Childcare worker Rachael Reid, 54, scooped the latest Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Surrey. She also won £100,000
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Man chased by police found with suspected drugs and weapon
A man chased down by police on foot in the town centre for failing to appear in court was found with suspected drugs and a weapon. The man was seen by a police patrol in the Weymouth town centre yesterday evening. The man was wanted for failing
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Not long until fireworks return to seafront
The countdown is on to a summer of spectacular firework events. Weymouth fireworks are set to return to the seafront on July 29 at 9.30pm. The popular displays will take place every Monday until August 26. The free to attend event is hosted
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Repairs to walls at writer's home among latest planning applications
FURTHER repairs are being planned to the wall around Thomas Hardy’s house, Max Gate, in Alington Avenue, Dorchester. Listed buildings consent had previously been sought for two short sections of wall repairs by the National Trust, with the latest
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Poole Harbour Festival is close to selling out! Buy your tickets today
With Sunday, all weekend and family tickets sold out, this really is the last chance to get your Friday and Saturday tickets to this year’s Poole Harbour Festival, on the 26th -28th July. Whether you’re looking for monsters of rock, pop and dance
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Three schools in Dorset town shortlisted for national awards
THREE Sherborne schools have been shortlisted for the Independent School of the Year awards. Sherborne School, Sherborne Girls and Sherborne Prep have all reached the next round in their category. They are in the running to be named “Independent
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Council responds to 'ill-conceived' campsite rules claim
DORSET Council has responded to criticism from a newly-formed county-wide campsite group which claims many may not be able to open this year because of the way the authority is interpreting the rules and regulations. The complaints come mainly
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Plea to lower housing targets in Dorset
HOUSING targets in Dorset should be lowered – not increased, according to the county branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England. With the new Labour government promising to make it easier to build new homes, the CPRE takes an opposite stance
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Holidaymakers horrified as dog 'erupts in hives' at beach
A couple on holiday in west Dorset have told of their horror as their dog fell extremely ill in front of them during a trip to the beach. Bristol couple Charlie Powell and girlfriend Abigail Phillips travelled to Eype Beach on holiday with their
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Extra time given on permits at council car parks
Drivers are set to enjoy a full hour of extra when using most Dorset Council car parks with a short-stay permit. The annual permit offers savings for regular users, and the extended stay time removes some of the worry when attending appointments
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Greenhouse gas emissions drop in Dorset
Fewer greenhouse gas emissions were released into the atmosphere in Dorset in 2022, new figures show. It comes as environmental activists warned "incremental change is not enough to protect people and planet for generations to come", calling on
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Popular TV channels to change next week due to major broadcaster rebrand
Broadcaster UKTV is set to undergo a major rebranding next week resulting in changes to a number of popular TV channels. UKTV is responsible for free-to-air channels including Dave, Yesterday and Gold and covers a wide range of genres - everything
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Woman's mission to help homeless charities with 5,000-mile walk
A Dorset woman who is currently walking 5,000 miles around the coast of Britain has been nominated for a prestigious award. Claire Allen, from Okeford Fitzpaine near Blandford, started her massive trek on August 8 last year from John O’Groats in
