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Tesco issues warning to shoppers as FSA says 'do not eat' due to salmonella
Tesco is apologising to customers after recalling one of its products due to the presence of Salmonella. The supermarket giant is recalling its Tzatziki Dip because Salmonella has been found in the product. The affected product has a use by
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Sandbanks chain ferry bosses announce when service will resume
SANDBANKS chain ferry will be back in action on Thursday, bosses have confirmed. The crossing between Studland and Poole was temporarily halted on November 5 for a planned refit that was carried out in Poole Harbour. And now, the two-week
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Where will it snow in Dorset on Thursday?
DORSET-BASED forecasters have said where snow is most likely to fall in the county. Forecaster Dorset Snow said on Twitter/X that current conditions mean snow could be falling in most areas, although it will be sleet along the coastline.
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Traffic held up on main Weymouth route
THERE'S disruption on a main Weymouth route due to a broken down vehicle. Traffic has been held up on Weymouth Way because of the incident. Dorset Police officers were called to the main route close to Chafeys roundabout today, Wednesday, November
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Image appeal as police probe minibus theft
An image appeal has been launched following the theft of a minibus. As reported by the Echo, a minibus was stolen from Melcombe Regis, Weymouth and driven to Fox Close, Bradpole near Bridport. It is reported that the man made off from the scene
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Warning issued for snow across Dorset
With temperatures dropping, the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across Dorset. It is in place from between 5am to 3pm on Thursday, November 21 covering Dorset, as well as parts of Devon, Cornwall, Plymouth and Somerset.
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Huge tailbacks on A35
Large queues of traffic have been reported due to roadworks on the A35. Tailbacks have been reported both ways along the stretch of road in Winterbourne Abbas due to temporary traffic lights. One driver said: “There are substantial queues in
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Two taken to hospital as a man is arrested for assault
Two people were injured this morning and one man has been arrested on suspicion of assault. Early this morning police were called to Sedge Place in Littlemoor, Weymouth to reports of a disturbance. A man and a woman were found with injuries
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Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity
A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients. The Youth Cancer Trust, based in Dorset, is staging The Elf Olympics to help spread festive cheer and help teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer
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South and West Dorset Netball League round-up
A SWDNL match report round-up of fixtures from Thursday, November 14, written by Karen Matthews. Waikiki 13 vs Evolve 14 Evolve started strong with C Lulu Gale making accurate passes and space throughout the court and WD Bex Hedditch sticking
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Swans see off Dorchester in Southern Counties clash
In their latest game in the Southern Counties league, Swanage & Wareham hosted near neighbours Dorchester, writes Ron Butler. The game turned out to be a bit one sided in the end, but the visitors never gave up. From the start Swans received three
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Killick praises 'exceptional support' in Magpies draw
Magpies manager Tom Killick praised the home support as his side came back from a goal down twice on Saturday. A total of 807 fans attended the 2-2 clash between Dorchester and league-leaders Merthyr Town at the Avenue in the Southern League South
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'People will be asking where the Jurassic Skyline is in Weymouth!'
I HAVE been driving around Weymouth for some years now, and I still see road signs that are out of date. Visitors will see a sign saying ‘ten pin bowling’, also another advertising the Jurassic Skyline. READ: Obsolete signs to Jurassic Tower
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Residents to benefit from £3.8m boost for buses in Dorset
Dorset residents are set to benefit from £3.8m in government funding to improve and protect crucial bus services. The government funds have been directed to 'ensure better bus services' across the southwest, with £83m in funding into 2026.
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Dorset girl stars in new Paddington film
A NINE-year-old girl from Dorset has made her family "proud and excited" by starring in the newest Paddington film. Tallulah Wright-Booth has recently starred as young Judy Brown in the third Paddington film, Paddington in Peru, and has her sights
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Residents warned about winter fuel payment scammers
Residents are being warned of online scammers preying on people who need winter fuel payments. Dorset Police say the scammers promote the fake 'Winter Fuel Payments' on social media, claiming people of certain ages can receive £500 or £575. These
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"It's a great relief"- 'Isolated' elderly couple's internet connected - after 86 days
An elderly couple who said they had felt isolated have expressed their relief after finally being connected with a landline phone and internet - following an 86 day wait. As previously reported, Jenny and Ray Chapman of Poundbury, said they felt
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Many residents unaware that they are incorrectly paying council tax
A man who found himself in thousands of pounds of debt after incorrectly paying a council tax bill has spoken out in the hope that it can help other people in the same situation. Simon Wills, 49, lives in a House of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) in
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Man tapes off churchyard bench in protest over 'decaying' wall
A man has taped off a churchyard bench in a ‘desperate protest’ for his ‘decaying’ wall to be fixed. As previously reported, frustrated homeowner Paul Whittle, who has lived on Portland Road in Wyke Regis, Weymouth for the past 23 years, raised
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Social worker praised for "inspiring" work promoting LGBTQ+ rights
A council worker has been honoured with a prestigious award for her work championing the rights of LGBTQ+ young people in Dorset. Dawn Henderson, who works for Dorset Council's Children's Services, won the silver award in the Social Justice Advocate
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Dedicated couple retire after 25 years serving community
A dedicated husband and wife team are stepping down after more than 25 years working for a life-saving service. Volunteers, Geoff and Pam Peters, have been managers for the local National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) station at Portland Bill, looking
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Pick-up truck finally moved after three-year battle - and patch of road resurfaced
A pick-up truck left on a residential road in Weymouth has finally been moved after a three-year battle - allowing a patch of highway to be resurfaced. As previously reported, residents said the vehicle, an orange classic-style Ford pick-up truck
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Plan for the future includes sites for 425 homes, transport hub and employment areas
A MAJOR planning document guiding future development in Weymouth - including earmarking sites for more than 400 homes, employment land, leisure sites and a proposed transport interchange - will be debated at a major meeting. The latest draft of
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Ponies seized after concerns raised over welfare
Seven ponies have been seized to prevent their unnecessary suffering. Officers from Dorset Police Rural Crime Team visited a field in west Dorset alongside volunteers from the RSPCA and the World Horse Welfare Charity following concerns raised
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Changes to transform town centre buildings
SEVERAL properties in Dorchester High West Street have now been approved for alternative uses. Many of the buildings, once family town houses, had been used by solicitors and estate agents, who have now moved to other parts of the town, or Poundbury
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Investigation into 'bullet' shot at home continues
Police are continuing their investigation after a ball bearing smashed through a conservatory window last month. As previously reported elderly couple Nick and Iris Gregory were left ‘shaken and frightened’ after a 'bullet' smashed through their
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Woman found dead after not being seen for a week
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a 58-year-old woman from Dorset. Karen McAusland was found unresponsive in her home in Poole on July 19. Assistant Coroner for Dorset, Richard Middleton, opened the inquest into his death at Bournemouth
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UK's largest seasonal ice rink returns for Christmas
ONE of Dorset’s favourite festive attractions is back. The UK’s largest seasonal indoor ice-skating rink has returned to the Bournemouth International Centre. Last year, the rink saw more than 40,000 people glide, spin and stumble across the
