A WOMAN got the shock of her life after a lorry crashed into the side of her home.

People are being warned to stay away from cliffs in west Dorset as the Jurassic Coast continues to crumble.

A MAN who caused a serious crash on the coast road near Burton Bradstock has been ordered to pay nearly £500 and had his driving licence endorsed.

A NUMBER of flood alerts have been issued across Dorset, with more rain forecast for the county in the coming days.

SOME Dorset holiday businesses are continuing to operate – flouting Covid regulations, according to Dorset councillor Andrew Kerby.

BRIDPORT Medical Centre is preparing to move on to the next phase in its vaccination programme.

Dorset is still one of the country's hot spots for treasure finds, with hundreds of discoveries made in 2019.

THE speed and efficiency of our vaccine rollout is a source of national pride and the progress that Bridport Medical Centre has made is one of local pride.

Plastic Free Bridport is inviting residents to learn 'The Story of Plastic' over the coming days.

IN THE first of a series of Bridport Rugby Club profiles, Blues’ captain Andrew Livingston talks to president Peter Brook about his connection to the club.

BRIDPORT assistant-manager Rob Marquis has described the Bees’ current crop of goalkeepers as “very talented”.

NHS chiefs have set out four key tests that they believe must be passed before Boris Johnson should consider easing lockdown restrictions in England.

Council tax - what you will pay.

Bridport Town Council is set to finalise its response to Dorset Council's Local Plan draft next week and council representatives say they 'will seek the best for Bridport'.

COASTGUARDS were called out to identify a mystery object on the beach below Black Ven today.

FEWER than 150 people tested positive for coronavirus in Dorset according to the latest figures.

The Duke of Edinburgh was admitted to hospital "as a precautionary measure" after "feeling unwell".

DORSET Council has approved a 5% council tax rise.

FREE baby clothes will be available alongside other purchasable goodies at this week’s garden glut stall.

ANOTHER six people with Covid-19 have died in Dorset hospitals.

LIDL has issued recall after one of its meat products due to potentially containing traces of plastic.

Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.

YOU gave us the news about more police officers being recruited for Dorset at the moment (New Officers on Beat, February 4).

Hundreds of vulnerable youngsters and children of key workers are self-isolating due to cases of coronavirus in schools in this part of Dorset, as well as the Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole council area.

AN ANIMAL rescue centre received a surprise donation over Valentine's weekend to help 'share the love' and care for pets during the pandemic.

HEALTH bosses are encouraging residents to participate in a survey to help improve eye care services offered in Dorset.

A CHARITY supporting children and adult victims of sexual violence has been awarded a contract worth £1.4 million to provide an advisory service in the county.

Starting divorce proceedings? Vicky Shaw asks financial experts for their advice.

ARTISTS of all ages could win prizes of up to £1,000 in a competition aimed at showcasing the county’s talent.

Every year, hundreds of children need foster carers in Dorset while they can’t live with their own families.

THE firm behind a dry cleaning business and the UK’s largest domestic laundry service has cut its use of throwaway plastic by 90 per cent.

BURTON Bradstock star Dom Gape made his return from injury for Wycombe Wanderers last night.

SCORES of drivers were arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving offences as part of Dorset Police’s winter campaign – including three on Christmas Day.

A ROAD at the bottom of Abbotsbury Hill will be closed for five days as part of major road works.

I HAVE noticed of late, many vehicles - mainly cars - are half or wholly parked on pavements making walking very difficult for many people especially young mums and the disabled. Is this not illegal?

COASTGUARDS have been called out to a dangerous cliff fall on Dorset's Jurassic Coast.

BEAMINSTER Museum's expansion project is one step closer to the finished article as all building work on the site has been completed.

DORSET Police is encouraging residents to take an online survey on local issues and priorities.

A £200,000 negligence claim has been launched against Dorset County Hospital after a young boy suffered a brain tumour that has left him virtually blind.

A FURTHER 114 positive cases of coronavirus have been reported in Dorset.

A FURTHER 14 people have lost their lives with coronavirus in Dorset hospitals, latest figures show.

The thin cake, made with batter and fried in a frying pan is perfect for a range of toppings with lemon juice and sugar the most traditional.

UNPAID carers in receipt of Carers Allowance are now eligible for the coronavirus vaccine.

DORSET County Hospital has been given planning permission for a temporary dialysis unit.

TOOTH decay could be a hidden cost of the pandemic for Dorset children as it was revealed that tens of thousands of local youngsters had fewer dental treatments in 2020 than the previous year.

A RAILWAY line between Dorset and Somerset is shut this week due to vital repairs.

ACTION is being taken to reduce the number of empty homes in the county, as it is estimated there are roughly 400 long-term empty houses in Dorset.

The passing of the 15 million vaccinations mark paves the way for the next phase of the the rollout.

'Spotting' between periods is often normal, but it's important to know your own body and get unusual changes checked. By Liz Connor.

Three coin designs have been created by Adam Hargreaves, son of creator Roger Hargreaves, to celebrate the characters’ 50th anniversary.