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Appeal to find missing Weymouth teen
Police are appealing for information from the public as they search for a missing teenager last seen in Weymouth. Jack Adams, also known as Grace, was reported missing having last been seen in the town early on Tuesday afternoon. Jack is described
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Motorcyclist injured in crash with car
A MOTORCYCLIST has been injured in a collision with a car. Police were called to Witchampton Lane, Wimborne, at the junction with B3078 at around 3pm today after reports of a crash. Officers attended alongside Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and
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Mystery crop circle appears in Dorset
A CROP circle has mysteriously appeared in a Dorset field. It was captured by drone photographers Lewis Johnstone and Calvin Carpenter. Lewis, who is an engineer by trade, began his photography business around three to four years ago after
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Crash causes delays along main route
A crash is causing delays along a main route. It has been reported that a crash is impacting traffic between the A353 Jurassic Roundabout and the A354 Veasta Roundabout In Weymouth. A separate crash in Dorchester is also impacting evening travel
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Crash at busy roundabout causes delays
A crash at a busy Dorset roundabout is causing major delays for commuters. It has been reported that a single car has crashed at the A354 Stadium Roundabout in Dorchester. Our reporter on the scene described seeing a ‘white car with its bumper
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Man arrested on suspicion of robbery after 'threats' made to shop worker
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in Dorchester after 'threats' were made to a shop worker A 27-year-old man from Portsmouth, Hampshire, has been arrested after Dorset Police received a report of a man taking items before leaving
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Joy as steam train arrives in Weymouth
TRAIN enthusiasts gathered on the platform at Weymouth Station as a steam locomotive rolled in from London. The Black 5 class number 44871 arrived hauling the Dorset Coast Express having left London at 8.45am, passing through Bournemouth, Poole
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Major search underway to locate missing diver
A SEARCH is underway to locate a missing diver off the Dorset coast. Emergency services received a report that a diver had gone missing off Swanage Bay. HM Coastguard is coordinating the search for the missing person; they were alerted just
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Terras take lead twice as Spitfires grab late equaliser
WEYMOUTH 2 EASTLEIGH 2 Weymouth had to settle for a 2-2 draw with Eastleigh after the visitors came from behind twice at the Bob Lucas. A brace from Francis Amartey put Mark Molesley's side up twice in the first half, only for a Spitfires
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Preview: Weymouth Beach Classic set to get underway
Volleyball is returning to Weymouth beach this week with host of international stars set to play. The Weymouth Beach Classic is back for its 41st year despite fears that it may not happen this year after the council withdrew its support. This
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Magpies make it three in a row with comfortable win
Dorchester smashed six past New Forest side Bashley as their strong pre-season form continues. Two goals from Olaf Koszela on his first appearance of pre-season, along with goals from Wes Fogden, Shaquille Gwengwe, Wayne Robinson and an own goal
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Steam train arriving TODAY to thrill nostalgia lovers
A STEAM train is heading to Weymouth later today to bring passengers to the seaside. The Dorset Coast Express will pass through Bournemouth, Poole, Wareham and Dorchester and arrive in Weymouth train station at 2.08pm, today, Wednesday, July 24
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Popular Dorset beach brand to make debut at Harrods
A FAMILY-run Dorset brand has made its debut in Harrods with its popular Brobes. Founded by Max Reynold in 2021, Beach Bum aims to 'encourage people to embrace the outdoors and enjoy the mental and physical benefits of being in nature'. Max
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Medals of Royal Navy officer who 'neutralised' live torpedo sell for more than £100k
Medals awarded to a sailor from Dorchester during The Second World War have sold at auction for more than £100k. Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander William Ewart Hiscock, who was born 1886, in Dorchester, was awarded the George Cross in 1942 for his
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Unruly mob kicked out of McDonald's
A group of around 20 teens were dispersed from a fast food restaurant in Weymouth. Dorset Police received a report yesterday (Tuesday, July 23) at 6.13pm that a group of around 20 teenagers were acting in an anti-social manner and causing issues
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Young people 'takeover' Dorset Council to get their voices heard
Young people in Dorset got to step into the roles of key decision makers, empowering them to get their voices heard. Between June 24 and July 5, 28 young people had the opportunity to "takeover" some of the top roles and responsibilities at Dorset
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Remarkable display marks Olympic celebrations
Knitters have worked tirelessly on a brand-new Olympics display. A member of an anonymous knitting duo, who bring joy to Portland Road in Wyke Regis with their remarkable post-box topper creations, has spoken about their latest design. It features
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Police back calls for reform in tackling violence against women
Dorset Police has said it is committed to tackling violence against women and girls following calls for national reform. Police leaders are calling for a system wide change into how violence against women ang girls (VAWG) is dealt with - something
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Chef 'excited' to open up new restaurant in town
The family behind a new restaurant in Dorchester have shared their excitement ahead of its opening. Ganghyeon Kim, 34, and his wife of four years Carla Parman-Kim, 35, will be opening an Asian fusion restaurant in High East Street - in premises
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Fears flooding incidents aren't being recorded properly in Dorset
Chalk Valleys councillor Jill Haynes says she is concerned that data on flooding may not be routinely collected at Dorset Council. It follows a winter of problems with excess surface water in her area with permanent pumping in place to protect
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Man whose body was found in Weymouth Beach tragedy is named
An inquest has opened into the death of a 26-year-old-man who was found unresponsive in the water at Weymouth Beach. Bournemouth Coroner’s Court heard how the body of William Edward Beavis was sadly found in the sea near Weymouth Pavilion last
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‘I will never fly with TUI or Bournemouth Airport again’: Passengers stranded over UK
HOLIDAYMAKERS have been left furious after being stranded across UK airports when TUI redirected flights from Bournemouth. Delays to the airline and restricted opening hours of Bournemouth Airport meant multiple flights have been redirected to
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Staff putting council at risk of cyber attack
SOME Dorset Council staff are putting the authority at risk of cyber attack by not undertaking mandatory training. Significant numbers of staff have not completed training on cyber security and data protection. Independent advisor Simon Roche
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Iconic biscuit factory could be turned into homes
The famous ‘Dorset Knobs’ biscuit factory at Morcombelake could be converted into eight homes. A planning application for the change has been lodged with Dorset Council for the Bakery Lane site by Moores Biscuits Ltd, now based in Bridport.
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Girl, 7, ‘hurt in dog attack’
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD was bitten on her elbow by a dog. The girl was with her family in Salisbury Road, Blandford, when they walked past a man who was walking what was believed to be a young beagle-type dog. As they walked past, the dog bit the
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Mum who joined male-dominated council now Dorset's longest serving councillor
A MUM who decided to become a councillor to stand up for young families is celebrating an 'outstanding milestone.' Tributes have been paid to Dorset’s longest-serving councillor - Dorchester's Stella Jones - after more than 50 years of continuous
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Fundraiser for vital equipment reaches target within 48 hours
A fundraising target for a vital bit of equipment has been reached in less than 48 hours. People from the Weymouth and Portland Marine Litter Project recently issued a call for help after the motor on their electric cargo bike failed. The bike
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Smokers urged to take up free vape starter kit initiative
Dorset Council is encouraging people to swap cigarettes for vapes by taking advantage of a free scheme. The council started its Swap2Stop initiative to get people to stop smoking cigarettes. The scheme allows residents in the Dorset Council
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More repair work at Town Bridge - and traders hope it won't cause disruption
Traders are hoping more work on Weymouth's historic Town Bridge won't cause disruption. More repairs are planned for the autumn with the 94-year-old bridge partially closed. The latest work comes after two phases of work were completed in 2022
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Dad-of-three bowled over by friend's kind gesture to his family
A father-of-three and publican is overwhelmed after his friend decided to take on a challenge to raise awareness of a medical condition affecting his family. Prior to the Covid lockdowns in 2019, Ben Carter found out his eldest son, Noah, now 13
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Society's seven-day festival to celebrate author's life returns this weekend
A seven day conference celebrating the life of a Dorset author returns this weekend. The Thomas Hardy Society are inviting the public to celebrate the author, his life and works through a series of lectures, walks, and entertainment. Starting
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Controversial barge was ‘financial disaster and political stunt'
Campaigners have welcomed the decision not to renew the contract for the asylum seeker barge in Portland Harbour. The Home Office has announced that the government will end the use of the Bibby Stockholm barge for housing migrants as part of as