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Annual Service of Remembrance to be held this weekend
Members of the public are being reminded that a Service of Remembrance will be held in Weymouth this weekend. Dorset Council is hosting its annual Service of Remembrance on Sunday July 21 at Weymouth crematorium at 2.30pm. It is the 9th annual
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Students over 16 reminded to plan transport before starting college
Parents and students are being urged to make sure they plan their transport for those going to college. Dorset Council is reminding students that are going to sixth form or college that they will need to contact the bus company directly. There
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Campaigning Weymouth mum excluded from Covid inquiry
Campaigners for children with long Covid say they are 'profoundly disappointed' not to be part of the next phase of the UK Covid inquiry. Former health and wellbeing coach Sammie McFarland, from Weymouth, set up charity Long Covid Kids in 2020
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Dorset beach named among best in UK
A west Dorset beach has been named as one of the best in the UK. Hive Beach has made the The Times and Sunday Times annual best beaches guide and is one of several Dorset beaches to make the list. It is the 16th edition of the guide which
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Terras give update on Brooks' recovery
LEGENDARY Weymouth defender Calvin Brooks is “stepping up” his recovery from a serious knee injury, according to boss Mark Molesley. Having been seen warming up with Weymouth’s new-look squad prior to the 0-0 friendly draw at Wimborne Town on Tuesday
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Holiday park expansion plans refused
A WEST Dorset holiday site has had an application for additional caravan pitches and glamping pods rejected by Dorset Council. The Dorset Hideaway site at Bridge Farm, Whitchurch Canonicorum, had already made some changes to its site in Cards Lane
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School wants footpath shut over strangers and dogs posing risks to pupils
A WEYMOUTH primary school has applied for a public footpath to be closed over security risks to staff and pupils. Radipole Primary School has made an application for the 'extinguishment' of a footpath which runs in between the school and its playing
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Bees to host 'mixed' Terras side in friendly
BRIDPORT will play Weymouth in an additional friendly after the cancellation of their fixture with Dorchester Sports. The Terras are not expected to bring a full-strength side to St Mary’s Field for the game, scheduled for Wednesday, July 24 (7.30pm
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Dorchester meet holders Wimborne - cricket previews
DORCHESTER captain Gautham Rajendar believes his side must be at their best to beat Wimborne in their Wessex Internet Dorset Premier League tussle at The Leaze tomorrow (12.30pm). The top two sides in the division go head-to-head, with Dorchester
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Magpies in new territory against Rayners Lane
DORCHESTER Town wade into unchartered waters when they host Rayners Lane at the Avenue Stadium tomorrow (3pm). The Magpies were originally scheduled to face the Isthmian South Central side, who ply their trade on tier below in Step 4, before organising
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Firefighters called to trapped child
A child was rescued by firefighters after their leg became stuck in a railing. One crew from Bridport helped to free the youngster by using a small hydraulic ram to pry the railings apart – releasing the child’s leg. The incident took place
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Terras unveil striking new away kit
WEYMOUTH have unveiled a striking new pink away kit ahead of the 2024/25 Vanarama National League South season. The Terras' jersey is made by Kappa and features Passive Fire Safety Solutions as title sponsor. All-white trim has been used on
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Church to host traditional midsummer fair
A church in Weymouth will be hosting a traditional fayre which will feature a teddy bear zipwire. All Saints’ Church on Portland Road in Wyke Regis, Weymouth, will be hosting a Midsummer Church Ale on Saturday, July 20 from 2pm to 6pm. The
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'Do not eat': Product recall issued after metal found in burger and hot dog buns
Johnston Mooney & O'Brien, the oldest bakery in Ireland, has been forced to issue a recall after metal was found in several of its products. Johnston Mooney & O'Brien has recalled 10 of its products including a range of burger buns and hot dog
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How to keep flying ants out of your home this summer
Flying ants can be an inconvenience in your home and garden especially when you want to enjoy the summer weather outside. If you’ve seen flying ants outside, you might be wondering how to stop them from getting indoors and wreaking havoc. To
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Main road to close for several nights
The main route for Littlemoor will be closed overnight for roadworks starting tonight. Littlemoor Road will also be closed overnight from the Bincombe Bumps Roundabout to the Chalbury Corner Roundabout - a distance of slightly more than two kilometres
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40 More brilliant photos of students arriving for their prom
HERE is the second half of our picture galleries of students arriving for Budmouth Academy prom night. The Year 11 Prom saw students dressed up to the nines and was a real milestone moment. Click into our interactive gallery above to see the
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Traffic chaos as motorcyclist injured in crash
A motorcyclist has been injured in a crash causing traffic chaos on the A351. Dorset Police was called to a crash involving a motorbike which has left its rider with injuries to his leg and hands. The incident happened on Soldiers Road in Norden
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Car stolen from residential road
Investigations are underway following a car theft. It is reported that a white VW T-Rock was stolen from Castle Road, Sherborne between 10.30pm on Tuesday, July 16 and 11am on Wednesday, July 17. Police officers are currently making enquiries
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Beryl Bikes set to launch in Weymouth and Dorchester
A new electric bike here scheme is coming to three Dorset towns. It’s been announced by Dorset Council that it has finalised a contract with Beryl Bikes for a new bicycle hire scheme covering Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland. The scheme is
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Dorset woman scoops £1 million in lottery win
A mystery woman from Dorset has scooped an incredible £1,000,000 lottery win. Known only as Mrs. C, the Dorset resident won the seven figure sum on the EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker draw on Tuesday, June 18. The lucky winner has said she
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Man arrested following hit-and-run which left pedestrian seriously injured
A man has been arrested following a hit and run. As previously reported, Dorset Police received a report at 8.26pm on Tuesday of a collision involving a car and two pedestrians on Abbotsbury Road, near to the junction with Cromwell Road. It
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Person received medical treatment following crash
Fire crews rushed to the scene of a crash following reports that people were trapped. Two crews from Sherborne and Yeovil attended a two-vehicle crash on A30 Yeovil Road. It was reported at the time that there were people trapped inside of
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Dorset set for amber wildfire alert
An amber wildfire alert has been issued for the Dorset area as temperatures rise. The alert means that should a wildfire happen; it could spread quickly and easily due to the conditions. This amber wildfire alert will come into action this
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Got a Tesco Clubcard? How you could earn an extra £50 worth of bonus points
If you shop at Tesco regularly, you will know by now just how much money you can save with a Clubcard. From slashing the price of bottles of orange juice to punnets of fruit, the supermarket is constantly lowering the cost of popular groceries
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New event to inspire next generation of IT geniuses
Schools across Dorset are urged to sign up now for an event so children can develop their IT skills. For the third year running, Dorset Council is holding its annual Coding Day for children in years 5,6 and 7. Taking place during the week
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Student claims third spot at national art competition
A student from Dorchester was 'shocked' to hear she had come third in a national art competition. Sophia Fielding, a year 8 student at Dorchester Middle School, entered her local Young Artists Competition, which was run by the Dorchester Casterbridge
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Hardworking pupil follows artistic dreams
A primary school teacher is 'unbelievably proud' of one of her pupils who is following his artistic dreams. Year six student Owen who attends St Andrew's Primary School on Littlemoor Road has a passion for art and and thanks to the support from
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These are the 'superfoods' you should avoid if you want to live a long life
'Superfoods' have long been presented as magic health cures but do any of them actually work? Explorer and educator Dan Buettner has broken down the 'real superfoods' everyone should be eating for life longevity and the ones that you should avoid
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Care home staff 'want to cry' amid wages non-payment claim
More staff at a Dorset care home have come forward with complaints about not being paid. The employees at Weymouth Manor Care Home say they haven't received their full pay for the second month in a row - and that more than 18 workers have been
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Check out three of Dorset's finest businesses this summer
If you're planning a day out visiting some of Dorset's finest businesses, then these local companies would have to join your list. Whether you're looking to shop till you drop, a scrumptious bite to eat or you'd like to extend your stay and need somewhere
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Rent in Dorset costs more than 40% of average wage, figures reveal
New figures have revealed that the average rent in Dorset costs more than two-fifths of the area's median wage. Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures show the average rent in Dorset was £965 a month in May. Separate data from the ONS
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Melplash Agricultural Show 2024 set for Thursday 22 August
West Dorset’s main summer attraction, the Melplash Agricultural Show in West Bay, Bridport promises to be another fantastic day out for all the family. As always you will be able to see the finest livestock in the area on show in the competition
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Major food and arts festival returns
The world of art and cuisine is set to collide once again as a popular festival returns. The Dorset Food and Arts Festival is preparing to showcase a bumper crop of local food, drink, art, craft, music and community talent on Saturday, August 3
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Popular street fair returns this weekend
A traditional street fair is back this weekend - with something for everyone. Stoke Abbott’s annual street fair takes places on Sunday, kicking off with the traditional parade at 1.45pm, a tradition dating back to 1870. From 2pm, there will
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Pictures: Youth centre stages extravaganza to mark 50th anniversary
A youth centre has marked its 50th anniversary with a successful extravaganza. The Islanders Youth and Community Centre on Weare Road, Portland, has been a hard-fought-for community asset - with residents working hard to raise vital funds to keep
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Musicians turning out to honour folk heroine
THE life and music of a local heroine will be celebrated in song. Martin Carthy and other star musicians will pay tribute to Marina Russell at a concert in St Laurence Church, Upwey, Weymouth, on Friday, July 19 at 7.30pm. Marina Russell is
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Community to get a revamped skatepark - once council finds the money
A COMMUNITY'S skatepark looks set to be refurbished - once funding is found and residents are asked for their views. In February, a motion was put to Weymouth Town Council for a report to be produced on the redesign, development and installation
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BBC presenter’s ‘incredible gesture’ for Dorset's homeless
A familiar face on daytime television has been praised for hosting an "incredible" auction, raising vital funds for homeless people in Dorset. TV presenter James Braxton, who has appeared on BBC's Antiques Road Trip, and Put Your Money Where Your
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The 21 places children can eat for free or £1 during the 2024 summer holidays
Are you looking for ideas to get you out of the house in the summer holidays and where you can treat the kids to a nice meal without breaking the bank? From supermarket giants like Asda and Tesco to hotel chain Premier Inn or pizza restaurant Purezza
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More than 100 homes to be built in major development plans
MORE than a hundred homes are to be built on Duchy-owned parcels of land south of St Georges Road and either side of the Dorchester bypass and railway line. The development, which will include 30 per cent ‘affordable’ homes, has been talked about
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Is it time to overhaul the planning system?
DORSET Council is preparing to declare a nature emergency – giving more time and energy to protecting our environment. It’s hard to argue against it. At the same time the Government want to ease planning laws and make it more straightforward to
