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Police to pay tribute to victims of road collisions
Dorset Police are supporting victims of road crashes throughout August and will hold a minute's silence in their memory. The annual campaign organised by national charity, RoadPeace raises awareness about the number of people killed and seriously
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League will be 'toughest ever', says Molesley
Weymouth boss Mark Molesley says this year's National League South is going to be the 'toughest ever'. The Terras get their league campaign underway on Saturday (August 10) with a trip to Tonbridge, before a second away trip to Hemel Hempstead
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'Sea monster skeleton' found in quirky stunt
A QUIRKY stunt to highlight ocean pollution and promote an art project comes in the form of...the Mer-chicken. The 'skeleton' of a mythical sea monster - half mermaid and half chicken - has been 'found on Chesil Beach' by a local conservationist
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Police 'need backing' amid protests which injured officers
POLICE need more backing amid protests in Weymouth and across the country, an organisation that represents officers has said. As previously reported, two police officers were injured and three people were arrested during protests in Weymouth.
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Ironman praised as town welcomes back event
The Ironman triathlon will be held in Weymouth next month - and will also return in 2025, it has been confirmed. At a meeting of the full council at Weymouth Town Council, councillors voted in favour of hosting the Ironman triathlon event next
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Person rescued from roof after scaffold collapses
A PERSON was rescued from a roof after a scaffold collapsed. The fire service was called to Osborne Road in Swanage this morning at 10.56am after scaffolding had collapsed into the road. Crews from Swanage, Westbourne and a tech rescue crew
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Poor wind conditions see Portland based sailor wait for medal race
Portland-based sailor Mickey Beckett will try again at Olympic glory tomorrow (August 7). Poor wind conditions meant that the sailor, who trains out of the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, saw his medal race in the Men's Dinghy postponed
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Motorcyclist sustains serious neck injury after hit-and-run crash with van
A MOTORCYCLIST was taken to hospital with a serious neck injury after he crashed his motorbike into an embankment trying to avoid a white van which then drove away. Dorset Police were called to a report of a crash involving a van and a motorbike
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WATCH: Beach rescue as man airlifted to hospital
A rescue has been underway in Weymouth this afternoon after a man fell close to some cliffs. The coastguard and paramedics were called to Bowleaze Cove and airlifted the man to hospital after injuring his hip, the coastguard says. An ambulance
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Man charged following day of protests in Weymouth
A man is due to appear in court following the demonstrations in Weymouth. As previously reported, three people were arrested during the demonstrations on Sunday, August 4. An anti-immigrant protest billed as 'Enough is Enough' took place whilst
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Appeal launched following major crash
Investigations are continuing into a major crash. Officers are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following a crash in Osmington. Dorset Police received a report at 9.10pm on Saturday, August 3, that a vehicle
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Appeal after late night motorhome theft
Thieves have stolen a motorhome in a late night raid from outside an address in Weymouth. Between 10.30pm last night (Monday, August 5) and 12:30am this morning (Tuesday, August 6) a Ford motorhome was stolen in Littlemoor Road. Officers investigating
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Weymouth and Portland win bid to become next Town of Culture in 2024
WEYMOUTH and Portland will become the next Towns of Culture after winning a joint bid. Representatives from local councils, and organisations representing the arts, business and communities in Portland and Weymouth are celebrating after learning
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'I haven't got much to lose' - Portland-based sailor targets Olympic silver medal
Portland-based sailor Mickey Beckett is looking to claim Team GB's second medal in the Olympic Sailing Competition later this afternoon. Beckett had a windless wait yesterday on the Men's Dinghy (ILCA 7) race course as competitors were at the mercy
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Two massive cruise ships call into port
Two massive cruise ships have called into Portland port this morning. The Norwegian Dawn and AIDAsol made their returns to the port in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, August 6). Arriving at around 6.30am, the Norwegian Dawn is on
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Huge delays on main route as driver taken to hospital after crash with lorry
A crash between a car and a lorry has blocked a main Dorset route. The A31 eastbound remains closed between A349 Merley and B3073 Little Canford following the two-vehicle collision. One person in an Audi has been taken to hospital by the police
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Weymouth man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. As reported by the Echo yesterday, a local man aged in his 40s sustained suspected stab wounds following an assault in Chiswell, Portland. Emergency services attended and the man was
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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth
A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true
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Two people rushed to hospital after A35 crash
Two people have been rushed to hospital following a crash on the A35. The vehicle crashed into a hedge early this morning near to the Kingston Russell turn-off. The driver and another person were taken to Dorset County Hospital via land ambulance
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Crowds in awe as fireworks bring bursts of colour into the night sky
Bursts of bright colour illuminated the night sky for the second firework display of the season. The free-to-attend firework display which takes place across Weymouth Bay went off with a bang last night (Monday, August 5), at 9.30pm. Weymouth
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Crash results in car blaze
A car burst into flames following a crash. The two vehicle crash happened at around 10.53pm last night, with one of the cars setting on fire, with the flames spreading to the nearby undergrowth. A crew from Swanage Fire Station were able to
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Bowlers impress as Seasiders close in on top spot
Marnhull 60 a.o (5pts) lost to Weymouth 153 a.o (18pts) by 93 runs A new-ball blitz from left arm quick Lloyd Beals and off-spinner Harry Mitchell allowed Weymouth to come from behind and complete a crushing 93-run victory over Marnhull. The
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Clean-up works begin on algae-hit lake
Works are underway to clean up an algae-hit lake. Specialist water quality and environment contractors were on site at Radipole Lake, Weymouth, yesterday (Monday, August 5), to begin works to clear and safely dispose of the algae. It is understood
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Dorset landmark to light up blue on birthday of boy who sadly died
A Weymouth landmark has lit up blue in celebration of the Will Mackaness Trust. The Jubilee Clock will light up blue for the charity from August 5-8, which will coincide with what would have been Will’s 32nd birthday on August 6. The Will Mackaness
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Huge celebrations as business wins top award
A Dorchester care home was presented with a prestigious award at a ceremony celebrating the outstanding achievements of care staff. Maiden Castle House care home, on Gloucester Road, received the Care Home of the Year award at Care South’s 15th
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When 'smelly green' lake was where people had fun
Weymouth's Radipole Lake used to be rather different in appearance from the green sludge we have seen of late. In this article we're remembering a time when the lake was so much more to people than the 'unsightly, smelly and green' body of water
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Terrell puts in 'positive performance' on Terras debut
Weymouth's latest signing Billy Terrell will be a 'big asset' for the club after making his debut in the 0-2 defeat to Dorchester on Saturday (August 3). Ahead of the clash with the Magpies, the Terras announced that AFC Bournemouth's Terrell joined
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Holiday cottages in running for top award to recognise UK's best new architecture
A holiday cottage complex in the Dorset countryside which was converted from dilapidated barns is on a prestigious shortlist to celebrate the UK's best new architecture. Wraxall Yard, in Lower Wraxall near Maiden Newton, is in the running for the
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Group's support for women with breast cancer after organiser's diagnosis
Young farmers from Dorset have made a 'generous donation' to help women diagnosed with breast cancer. Dorset County Hospital Charity say they are 'delighted to have received a £600 donation from the Dorset Young Farmers Club on behalf of one of
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Popular festival of beer and cider set to return to town
A hugely popular beer and cider festival is returning for its 18th year. Weymouth Octoberfest at Weymouth Pavilion's Ocean Room is going back to King Alfred’s Dark Ages. The festival organised by CAMRA volunteers will be held on Friday and
