The team behind a controversial new vision for a Bridport landmark believes it has won the backing of the community - following a feedback survey.

I SEE the government intends to reduce the CO2 emissions from petrol driven cars by using a fuel called E5.

FRESH bread, bacon, beer and more will be available at a farmers' market next week.

OUR MP used his column last week to witter on about ‘cancel culture’. The Conservatives use attacking others as a means of diverting attention from their own dire performance.

Firefighters said the levels of smoke were ‘a cause for some concern’ and advised people living in nearby areas to keep their windows and doors shut.

ACTIVE coronavirus cases have surged by more than 1,000 in Dorset over the course of June, according to official figures.

With a change to coronavirus measures on the horizon, ministers will also look at making changes to foreign travel this week.

A final decision on whether to proceed with the proposals on 19 July will be made on Monday 12 July.

The price of a full tank of fuel for motorists has increased to as much as £72.

Despite the positive news concerning the end of lockdown, Mr Johnson was eager to stress that the coronavirus pandemic is “far from over”.

The Prime Minister vowed to tear up England’s coronavirus regulations at the next stage of the road map.

Sainsbury’s bid to offer better value for customers, following the launch of its Sainsbury’s Quality, Aldi Price Match commitment.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a hit-and-run involving a cyclist and a vehicle.

OFFICERS investigating a road traffic collision in Lyme Regis are renewing their appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward after a man who sustained life-threatening injuries has sadly died.

EAST Street is currently blocked following a crash involving two vehicles.

FURTHER steps have been taken to transform a 16th century manor house into an 'adventure wonderland' where people can come and stay and enjoy food, drink and a wide variety of events.

YET again the police have been fund raising in Winterbourne Abbas with their hidden speed ‘TRAP’ camera, which is against all the recommendations of the Ministry of Transport.

The Prime Minister will address the nation two weeks ahead of 'Freedom Day'.

A FOSSIL hunting festival is going virtual.

The broadcast watchdog received  390 complaints about the remarks during the launch programme of Tonight Live With Dan Wootton last month.

A HIGHLY acclaimed artist will be exhibiting his work in West Bay from this month.

WIND gusts of up to 50mph could hit Dorset as a weather warning is forecast for part of the county.

MORE than 150 coronavirus cases were recorded in Dorset over the last 24 hours, latest figures show.

A COMMUNITY allotment has now opened to residents who have been referred by medical professionals.

I READ with interest that our MP, Chris Loder, is opposed to cancel culture. His commitment to free expression would be more convincing if he were also to oppose the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill, which undermines the long held British ri...

An update on Covid restrictions and a return to more 'freedoms' is due to be given by Prime Minister Boris Johnson today, Monday, July 5.

Whether it is because of their perfectly roasted coffee, the selection of tea, delicious food or their friendly welcome, we want to hear about your favourite.

KINGSTON Maurward College is considering a massive ground source heat pump system over 25 hectares of the site.

CHILDREN at a local primary school learned some valuable skills spending a day with a member of an emergency services team.

Dorset is bracing itself for wind gusts of nearly 50mph and rain showers, with a weather warning issued by the Met Office.

Boris Johnson said we must “balance the risk” of the disease from the virus and the harm from continuing with legal restrictions.

In a handwritten message, the Queen said NHS staff have carried out their work “with courage, compassion and dedication” for more than 70 years.

Both semi-finals will be held at Wembley, where up to 60,000 fans could be cheering on their nations. 

The driving test pass rate increased in Dorchester during the coronavirus pandemic, new figures show – although far fewer tests took place amid a year of restrictions.

It's almost harvest time – and police are reminding drivers to be patient when using the county's rural roads this summer.

Clips show youngsters mixing various liquids including apple sauce, Coca Cola, vinegar and kiwi fruit to trigger a positive reaction in the test.

Kate’s last public event was a visit to Wimbledon on Friday when she toured the SW19 sporting venue.

DORSET’S new police and crime commissioner, David Sidwick, will be reporting on his initial days in office at his first panel meeting this week.

The commemorative £5 crown is based on Sir John Tenniel’s original illustrations of the book.

Ella Walker catches up with legendary chef Marco Pierre White, who has turned to gardening, but will never lose his love of food.

The supermarket chain has released an updated list of Specialbuys that are set to arrive in stores in July and August.

The so-called “freedom day” is expected on July 19, with a decision on whether or not to go ahead being taken a week earlier.

He said the country will have to start “living with Covid” and confirmed that all legal coronavirus restrictions will end.

A HEAVILY pregnant woman has been reported missing and police have launched a public appeal to aid them in their search.

FIRE crews rushed to a west Dorset village as a fire broke out involving two cars and a house.

A LOCAL history society has received a £4,500 boost for a new project to tell the story of the village.

MEMBERS of a women's organisation walked 18 miles alongside local midwives to raise money for a team which supports parents wishing to give birth at home.

TWO areas of natural beauty near Dorchester have been combined to become England's newest National Nature Reserve (NNR).

Weymouth, Portland and west Dorset have changed over 34 years - and those changes have been captured by Google Earth.

IT is fair to say, it is one of the more unique McDonald’s branches in Dorset.