Bridport News
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Cattistock author's new book promoting self-acceptance
A first-time author and disabled horseback rider from west Dorset has written an inclusive children's book to raise funds for the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA).
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Help with census form
Bridport residents who have not yet completed their census form are being reminded it is still not too late.
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Letter: Thanks to helpers after fall outside Morrisons, Bridport
“Life does not come with a rewind button” - a remark I made to my immediate helpers, Angela and Luke, two off-duty ambulance crew, who just happened to be yards away from where I fell, badly smashing my face on the kerb, outside Morrisons superma...
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Backing for major plans for former St Mary's School site
THE vast majority of respondents to a survey have backed plans for a former school site in Dorset to continue being used for educational purposes.
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Council rules out county-wide 20mph zones
TWENTY’S PLENTY campaigners are likely to be disappointed by Dorset Council’s response to a plea for county-wide 20mph zones.
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Plans to build more homes on Dorset's green belt
DORSET is likely to continue using green belt land for housing - if it is to meet Government target figures.
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Dorset tide times today: Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis
HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100One in seven Dorset care staff not vaccinated as jabs to be compulsory
CARE home staff will be required by law to receive a Covid-19 vaccination under plans by the Government – as figures reveal around one in seven workers in Dorset have not had a first dose.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:19:59 +0100Dramatic cliff fall in East Cliff sparks 'stay away' warning
THE COASTGUARD has warned the public to 'stay away' from the West Dorset coastline following further cliff falls.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100The most 'inconsiderate' and 'nightmare' parking seen in Dorset
When we asked our readers to send us their photos of terrible parking in Dorset, you did not disappoint.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100'Hedgehog hotel' at Hollis Mead Dairy Farm near Beaminster
With the rest of Dorset braced to welcome even more visitors than usual this summer with the pandemic casting uncertainty over holidays abroad, a dairy farm in the area is welcoming a different kind of visitor.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Nominations for Bridport Local Food Group Food & Drink Lockdown Hero Awards
NOMINATIONS are in for awards celebrating the lockdown heroes within the Bridport food and drink industry.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100West Bay Pirate Day cancelled
WEST Bay's annual Pirate Day has been cancelled due to the pandemic - but there are hopes a version may go ahead later in the year.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100The areas in Dorset with fewer than three Covid cases
DOZENS of areas across BCP and Dorset have fewer than three cases of coronavirus each.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 16:15:57 +0100Coronavirus - latest new cases across Dorset down to single digits
THERE have been eight new cases of coronavirus recorded across Dorset within the last 24 hours.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Bridport Boxing Club reopens
The gloves are...back on, as a Bridport boxing gym reopens for training.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 16:43:53 +0100Figures reveal latest Covid-19 related deaths across Dorset
NO further deaths from coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset in the last 24 hours.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Decision to end virtual meetings 'disappointing' says Dorset councillor
THE Government decision to end virtual council meetings in May has been described as a ‘disappointment’ and ‘an opportunity missed’ by the Dorset Council leader.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Grishaverse novels coming to Netflix with Shadow and Bone
The Grishaverse novels have been bestsellers around the world.
Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Holidays in the UK and Ireland to drive your senses wild
Awaken body and soul with these staycation trips, says Sarah Marshall.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Soulshine Café sold to Goose and Badger duo
A popular café in the centre of Bridport has been taken over by two experienced members of the hospitality industry - who have plans to turn it into a restaurant.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Electric vehicle (EV) charging points at Bridport Leisure Centre
Bridport Leisure Centre has announced the addition of a green initiative.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Funding for St Michael and St George RC Church in Lyme towards repairs
A Lyme Regis church undergoing restoration work is set to benefit from more than £5,000 in grant funding.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100The 13 areas of Dorset with active coronavirus cases
THERE are 13 areas of Dorset which have reported more than three active coronavirus cases as the spread of Covid-19 continues to fall across the county.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:20:09 +0100One further coronavirus death across Dorset hospitals
ONE further coronavirus death has been recorded in Dorset at University Hospitals Dorset.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 16:56:20 +0100Coronavirus - 11 new cases across Dorset
THERE have been 11 new cases of coronavirus recorded across Dorset within the last 24 hours.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 08:28:53 +0100Prince Philip funeral: How the Queen and her husband met and fell in love
The small service will be attended by 30 guests, including Her Majesty, as her husband of more than 70 years is laid to rest.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100'Kill the Bill' protest in Dorchester
AN ALLIANCE of groups and individuals were today meeting to protest in Dorchester against a policing Bill currently going through Parliament.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 10:23:21 +0100TUI boss 'optimistic' Brits can enjoy a summer holiday abroad
TUI’s boss was confident the summer holiday season could be saved.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 08:25:29 +0100India should be on travel red list due to ‘terribly concerning’ variant – expert
The Prime Minister is still planning to travel to India this month despite a worsening Covid-19 situation.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Dorset children offered primary school places
A RECORD-BREAKING number of Dorset children have been offered their first choice school.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Vigilance campaign launched as risk of terror attack increases
THERE could be an increased risk of terror attacks on the UK as lockdown restrictions ease, a senior police officer has warned.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Where you can get a free covid test in Dorset
EVERYONE across Dorset is now able to access free lateral flow tests.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Make hanging baskets out of throwaway junk
Kitchen colanders, old wellies and woolly jumpers can help create beautiful hanging baskets, says gardening expert Chris Collins.
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Brian Skerry on the new Disney+ series Secrets of the Whales
Narrated by Sigourney Weaver, new Disney+ series Secrets Of The Whales documents the mysterious lives of ocean giants, as Danielle de Wolfe discovers.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Speeding driver caused three-vehicle crash on coast road
A SPEEDING driver caused a three-vehicle crash after he unsuccessfully attempted to overtake ‘slow’ traffic on the coast road.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Shops, hairdressers and pubs reopen in Bridport
"IT'S great to be back": Businesses throughout Bridport enjoyed their day in the sun as they were able to reopen for the first time in more than three months.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:01:25 +0100Concern on council beach works at Lyme Regis
Council beach works in Lyme Regis will drive visitors away – according to local hoteliers.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 10:58:11 +0100West Bay Coastal Defence Improvements Scheme completed
THE final phase of a flood defence scheme has been completed.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Cilla and Camilla cookshop in Bridport
A popular shop has launched a brand new cooking store in the centre of Bridport this week.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 19:24:50 +0100One Covid-19 related death recorded at Dorset County Hospital within last 24 hours
A SINGLE coronavirus death has been recorded across Dorset's hospitals within the past 24 hours, latest figures have confirmed.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 17:20:34 +0100Coronavirus: Fewer than 30 new cases recorded across Dorset
There have been 26 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24 hours.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:44:21 +0100R Rate for South West grows higher than national rate
THE South West's 'R rate' has slightly increased and is now above the national rate, as coronavirus cases in Dorset remain low.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Prout Bridge Crowdfunder
A fundraising campaign to provide activities across local villages is less than £5,000 away from achieving its goal after an amazing response from the community.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Six public phone boxes targeted for removal in Dorset
SIX public phone boxes in Weymouth and West Dorset are are being targeted for removal by BT because of low use.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 06:26:32 +0100Martin Lewis issues warning over mistake online that could cost you hundreds
Mr Lewis was taking calls from viewers about their financial worries and shared a warning about “shyster” scammers.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100PUBLIC NOTICES: The latest planning applications submitted for West Dorset area
A NUMBER of planning applications have been submitted to Dorset Council for the west Dorset area.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 17:34:42 +0100Dorset County Hospital caring for two coronavirus patients
DORSET County Hospital Trust was caring for two coronavirus patients in hospital as of Tuesday, figures show.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Dorchester car boot visitors will pay parking fee
SUNDAY car boot fans in Dorchester will have to pay the new all-week car parking fees when the event resumes this weekend.
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Rise in Dorset dementia patients prescribed 'potentially harmful' antipsychotics
MORE dementia patients in Dorset are being prescribed potentially harmful antipsychotic drugs, figures reveal.