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'I will pay anything to get it back': Man has bracelet stolen while asleep on beach
A MAN who had a family heirloom stolen from his wrist while asleep on the beach said he would pay anything to have it back. Jimmy Cutler from Ferndown fell asleep on Bournemouth Beach after going on a night out in Bournemouth. He awoke to find
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New housing plans unveiled for hotel site
AN extra home is to be added in what was the grounds of Kemps Country House hotel and restaurant at East Stoke between Wool and Wareham. Previous applications for the Wareham Road site had been rejected but a shortfall on housing targets in Purbeck
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Man broke court order by tagging ex-partner on Facebook post
A man broke a court order by tagging a woman in a Facebook post and shouting ‘hello’ to his children. Gavin Martin, of Green Close in Sturminster Newton, appeared at Weymouth Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, August 1 for sentencing. Martin,
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Asylum seekers may end up in Dorset hotels after barge closure
Asylum seekers may end up in Dorset hotels once the Bibby Stockholm barge at Portland Port closes. As previously reported, the Home Office announced last week that it will not renew the contract for the barge, which is being used to house asylum
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Fears of 'catastrophic' effects as major road closes for six weeks
Communities face six weeks of chaos as a section of the coast road closes. The closure is part of a £250,000 water mains scheme in Portesham. Residents fear the closure will cause chaos on the roads and raised concerns about the effects on
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'Distressed' people trapped in 'hot' lift
Firefighters helped rescue a crew stuck in a lift for more than an hour during one of the hottest days of the year. Crew from Bridport Fire Station were called to reports of a group of people stuck in a lift on Lower Walditch Lane in Bridport.
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Man in 60s injured in assault near supermarket
An air ambulance was scrambled after man in his 60s was assaulted near a busy supermarket. Police officers, two ambulances, the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance and an operations officer all rushed to the area of West Bay Road, Bridport, following
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Popular parish fete to returns this weekend
A popular parish fete returns to a Dorset village this weekend. OsFest will take place in Osmington on Sunday, August 4 from 12pm. Festivities will take place at the Osmington Village Hall and Parish Field, DT3 6FT and promises an array of fun
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Roads that will be closed for Weymouth Ironman
Road closures have been announced for the next Ironman 70.3 Weymouth event on Sunday, September 15. The annual triathlon race, considered the ultimate one-day test of endurance, comprises three parts: a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile cycle and a 13.1
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Here's how to get exclusive access to a historic site this summer
People will have the chance to get up close to the remains of a historic town house in Dorset. Dorset Museum and Art Gallery are offering tours of the Roman Town House in Dorchester- one of the best examples of its kind in the country, and one
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Club combatting loneliness in elderly people celebrates third anniversary
A coffee club encouraging social connections whilst combatting loneliness has been celebrating its third anniversary. Age UK North, South and West Dorset run the events, and marked the occasion of Thursday, July 25 with a festive gathering of cake
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Portland windsurfing star guaranteed medal at Paris Olympics today
Portland-based windsurfer Emma Wilson is guaranteed an Olympic medal today after dominating through qualification. The 25-year-old finished top of the standings after officials decided to abandon the final six races of qualifying due to a lack
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Firefighters tackle heath fire days after amber wildlife alert
FIREFIGHTERS from four different stations are currently tackling a heath fire in Wimborne. Multiple appliances were used to extinguish the blaze at Holt Heath. Fire crews were first alerted to reports of a fire at around 4pm. A spokesperson
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Farmer furious as crop circle costs him thousands
OFFICERS are appealing for information after an illegal crop circle was created in a farmer's field. The criminal damage has cost the farmer an estimated £2,000. The crop circle was first pictured on July 21 at a farm near Badbury Rings.
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'Distressed' people rescued from 'hot' lift
Firefighters helped rescue a crew stuck in a lift for more than an hour during one of the hottest days of the year. Crew from Bridport Fire Station were called to reports of a group of people stuck in a lift on Lower Walditch Lane in Bridport.
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Shoplifter stole almost 800 creme eggs in crime spree
A shoplifter who stole 800 creme eggs in a crime spree has been jailed. Layton Richards, 29, was a menace to shops across Dorset, Hampshire and West Sussex, targeting many shops including 13 Co-Op stores. During his spree between Saturday,
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Comedian's visit to seaside town on TV TONIGHT
A Scottish comedian’s trip to a seaside town in Dorset will be aired on national television tonight. Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out, a Channel 5 television series, sees the star explore Britain’s sights in her vintage campervan, going and up and
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PICTURES: Crowds enjoy 'brilliant' display from 'crucial' service
Hundreds gathered to show their support for a voluntary lifesaving service on a sunny summers evening. Crowds flocked to Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth on Wednesday, July 31 for a dazzling display as part of the Lifeboat Week celebrations. Bowleaze
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Main road partially blocked by crash
A main road was partially blocked following a crash. Officers from Dorset Police are currently on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the A352 at the junction with the B3146 near Holnest. One lane was blocked and police have not reported any
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Dorset lose to Wales in closely fought game
Wales NC 376-8 & 272-6 (24pts) beat Dorset 374 - 9 & 273 a.o (7pts) by 4 wickets Dorset suffered their first defeat of the NCAA three-day championship loosing by 4 wickets to Wales National County Ebbw Vale CC. Luke Webb won the toss and opted
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Notices issued for residents who have died
PROBATE and trustee notices for people who have passed away are among the recent public notices published in the Dorset Echo. One is for Douglas John Watson of Legh House, 117 Rylands Lane, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9QB. He died on April
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Afternoon of entertainment set for award-winning gardens
A SUMMER fayre is being held in some award-winning Weymouth gardens this weekend. Greenhill Gardens Summer Fayre will take place on Sunday, August 4 from 2pm to 4pm. The Friends of Greenhill Gardens Group is holding the event, which will include
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Dorset Echo readers can subscribe for just £6 for 6 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or over 50% 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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Help for Heroes is a lifeline for Army veteran David who is living with chronic pain
The agony Army veteran David endures after suffering a knee injury in service affects every aspect of his life. “I can’t sleep, I can’t do anything. I’m on so much medication it affects my memory, my mood, everything,” he said. “It’s like having
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Free activities being held for teenagers in Weymouth
A NEW free event for young people from Weymouth who are aged between 13 and 18 years is taking place this summer. Park Street Community Centre Youth Project is being held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday until August 30. Young people have
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'Weymouth is a poor relation when it comes to train services'
The contents of your story (Huge scheme to boost rail links - Echo 30th July) are disappointing. READ MORE: 'Dorset Metro' to improve rail links across the region Here’s me thinking that Weymouth and Dorchester will be receiving extra services
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Blues 'optimistic' as season opener draws near
PORTLAND boss Kyle Critchell is 'optimistic' ahead of this weekend's season opener. The Blues take on Poole-based side Hamworthy Recreation in the FA Cup on Saturday, August 3 as the new campaign kicks-off at the Camp and Satherley. Critchell
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Council bids to become carbon neutral earlier then planned
DORSET Council is hoping to become carbon neutral five years earlier than originally planned. Lib Dem Council Leader Nick Ireland confirmed on Tuesday that his party's election pledge was to reduce the original timescale for the council itself
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Developers 'champing at the bit' to start on long awaited project
Developers are 'champing at the bit' to get going on a derelict site in Weymouth. Proposals to build 140 homes and facilities in Newton's Cove have been accepted in principle by Dorset Council and developers Juno Development are moving forward
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Dorset has the oldest population in the UK
DORSET has been named the 'oldest area in the UK'. New research has identified the oldest and youngest populations of the UK, with Dorset having the highest number of residents over 85. The study, conducted by life insurance experts Insurance
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Plans approved for modern low-carbon thatched home
Planning permission has been approved for a low-carbon thatched home to be built in Dorset. Thatch House, in rural North Dorset, is a family home inspired by traditional thatch designs of Dorset. Designers, Studio Bark, have 'taken cues from
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Teen motorcyclist died after being stopped by police
A TEENAGE motorcyclist died shortly after he was approached by police officers, a coroner’s court heard. Leonardo Cardoso-Machado, 17, died on Lindsay Road, Branksome, in the early hours of April 16, 2023, after a single vehicle crash. Dorset
