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Seafront home with 'spellbinding' views hits the market for £1.75m
A property with ‘spellbinding’ views across Bowleaze Cove has hit the market for a whopping £1.75m. Arguably the most exciting aspect of this home is its roof terrace where an outdoor kitchen allows for the perfect opportunity to enjoy a quiet
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Costumes, face paint and touch rugby - Puddlefest a huge success
SOME 15 teams converged on Puddletown Rugby Club for their annual touch rugby competition, otherwise known as Puddlefest. Many of the teams wore fancy dress and some even donned face paint, but they all possessed the vision and skill to contest
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Fun is the name of the game in Dorchester
FUN was the name of the game as Dorchester Tennis and Squash Club (DTSC) held their third Fun Tennis Tournament of the year. The format for this tournament was Fast4 Mixed Doubles and everyone played four sets with different partners each time
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In the Dock - See who has been before the courts
Details from Weymouth Magistrates Court registers; July 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, and 17. Weymouth LOUIS JON LANGDOWN, aged 45, of Overlands Road, Weymouth. Admitted to using a vehicle on Chickerell Road, Weymouth on July 2, 2023, which was not constructed
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Jobs at risk in Weymouth and Dorchester as national chain hits trouble
JOBS in Weymouth and Dorchester are at risk as Carpetright is set to enter administration. The carpet and flooring retailer, which has shops at the Jubilee Retail Park in Weymouth and in Bridport Road, Dorchester filed a notice of intent to appoint
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Cannabis plants found by police in field
CANNABIS plants were seized after being found in a field. Officers from North Dorset Police were tipped off by a member of the public about cannabis plants in a field. The plants were located and seized for destruction by police on Friday,
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'Dolphin sighting an absolutely incredible and completely unreal experience'
A PADDLEBOARDER said he won the ‘water sports jackpot’ after spending the morning playing with a pod of dolphins off the Dorset coast. Ben Felton regularly paddleboards before work. However, on July 18, he was greeted by three 'spectacular'
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Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA
Drivers have been issued an urgent warning over £1,000 DVLA fines for mistakes when selling their cars to be scrapped. Motorists were paid an average of £250 when selling their cars for scrap in May but road users have been urged to ensure they
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Charity single goes on sale by musician rescued by RNLI
A Dorset based musician has created a song for the RNLI’s milestone birthday year. Weymouth musician Will Adams is behind ‘The Mermaid Song’ which was made to celebrate 200 years of the RNLI saving lives at sea. The CD is £4.99 and can be purchased
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Teacher is 'really proud' of pupils as they scoop environmental award
A Dorset primary school has been recognised for its dedication to the environment. Sherborne Primary School have been presented with the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award, with distinction. The school has an active Eco Committee of students, led
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The wonders of the Jurassic Coast
THE coastline of Dorset has transfixed and inspired for hundreds of years. From the crashing pebbles of Chesil to the fossil-rich cliffs of Charmouth and beyond, its rich variety and ever-changing face draws people from all over the world.
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Veterans speak of 'lifechanging service' amid big birthday celebrations
Those behind the ‘lifechanging’ service are celebrating a major birthday following a challenging year. The Veterans Hub on Portland Road, Weymouth has just turned six-years-old despite fears just months ago that the service would shut down for
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Number of council whistleblowers double in a year
COUNCIL staff, and others, appear more willing to complain about wrong doing by their colleagues and councillors. Figures for whistleblowing and/or reported fraud have increased from just four in 2021/22, seven in 22/23 and 14 in 2023/24 at Dorset
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Man charged with stealing more than £1,200 worth of skincare products and alcohol
A man appeared in court charged with four counts of shoplifting. Daniel Vaughan, of Windermere Close in Yeovil pleaded not guilty to stealing skincare, alcohol, and beauty products from shops in Sherborne and Marnhull. Vaughan, 45, was represented
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New kiosk and facilities to open at popular park today
A park in Weymouth, which recently underwent a £1 million refurbishment, will be opening its new kiosk and toilet facilities today. The newly refurbished Radipole Park and Gardens officially opened on June 28, offering a variety of sports facilities
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Barge asylum seekers protest at County Hall
DORSET Council has renewed its opposition to the Portland barge and will object to any proposal to extend the contract between the Home Office and Portland Port. Campaigners led a deputation to Dorset Council’s meeting to call for a number of actions
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Regional mayor plan could hit Dorset finances badly
LABOUR’S preference for dealing with regional mayors could leave Dorset with the financial crumbs on the table – according to Dorset Council leader Nick Ireland. The view is supported by former Conservative council leader, Spencer Flower, who describes
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TV presenter urges you to share favourite seaside memories
Members of the public are being urged to share their favourite seaside memories as part of a marine conservation week. Dorset Wildlife Trust is encouraging people to join in with their annual celebration of the sea for National Marine Week.
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Nature Emergency criticised as 'publicity stunt by soy latte drinkers'
A LIB DEM motion for Dorset Council to declare a nature emergency has been approved – but criticised by Tory councillors. They complained that the policy is short of detail and has been pushed through with no idea of the costs involved, or what
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Fury as college cancels course
FOUR pupils studying a floristry course at a Dorset college have been told they will not be able to continue their studies next year. Kingston Maurward College has told the students and parents that they will not be running the level 3 Floristry
