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Wed, 11 May 2022 06:07:01 +0100
Berehayes holiday complex for sale for £2.5million
AN 'EXTREMELY picturesque' home and holiday cottage complex has gone on the market for £2.5 million.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:08:41 +0100
Japanese knotweed hotspots across Dorset revealed
NEW DATA has revealed the Dorset hotspots with the ‘UK’s most invasive plant’, Japanese Knotweed.

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Dorset's healthcare system set for major shake-up in July
DORSET’S healthcare system is set for a major shake-up from July as part of new national arrangements.

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:25:49 +0100
Incident between bike and Land Rover in Seaborough, west Dorset
A TEENAGER has sustained potentially life-threatening injuries following an incident between a bike and a Land Rover.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:11:18 +0100
Around the Mind in 80 days at Bridport Arts Centre
MORE details have emerged about a creative arts event coming up which has been funded as part of the celebrations to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
First 2022 appearance of cygnets at Abbotsbury Swannery
The appearance of 2022’s first fluffy cygnets at Abbotsbury Swannery coincided with some beautifully summery weather.

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Minister defends government decision amid HUGE cuts to Dorset rural economy
A MINISTER has defended the government's support for farmers after complaints that Dorset would lose tens of millions of pounds from its rural economy.

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:56:54 +0100
'Anarchist' grannies banned from Dorset Council meeting
SECURITY will be tight for Thursday’s Dorset Council meeting at County Hall, Dorchester.

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Dorset householders urged to check for signs of cockroaches
PEOPLE across Dorset are being urged to check for signs of cockroaches amid any spring cleaning.

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Offering mental health support to Dorset farmers
THE mental health of Dorset farmers is in the spotlight as an event is held to offer support.

Wed, 11 May 2022 07:08:39 +0100
Tesco Mobile ads banned for replacing expletives with food names
Overall the ASA received 52 complaints about the adverts from Tesco Mobile

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Police warn of controlling and coercive behaviour
POLICE are warning people across Dorset of controlling and coercive behaviour.

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Carer Support Dorset celebrates after receiving £9,600 in National Lottery funding for arts workshops
AN ORGANISATION that supports unpaid carers in the Dorset Council area are celebrating today after being awarded £9,600 in funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.

Wed, 11 May 2022 08:47:53 +0100
Robin Parkinson, 'Allo 'Allo' Ernest Leclerc actor dies, aged 92 as tributes pour in
Parkinson was best knows for his role in ‘Allo ‘Allo! as well as Dad's Army, The Many Wives Of Patrick and The Young Ones

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset countryside to lose millions in Common Agricultural Policy payments
TENS of millions of pounds are to be taken out of Dorset’s countryside economy, with a “knock-on effect” on jobs, a report warns.

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:32:55 +0100
Bowel Babe Deborah James shares heartbreaking final message
Deborah James shares heartbreaking update on her terminal bowel cancer. Read more:

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:30:17 +0100
Dredging works programme changed in Lyme and West Bay
Dorset Council has altered its programme of dredging works at local harbours so it doesn't interfere with Platinum Jubilee celebrations planned in Lyme Regis.

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:58:07 +0100
Lorraine Kelly faces fears after terrifying horse riding accident on ITV show's Lorraine
Watch an emotional Lorraine Kelly face her fears and get back on a horse following a terrifying riding accident.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Best and worst areas of Dorset for business growth, according to Growtion
WEST Dorset is the worst-performing area of the county when the monthly number of new businesses is weighed against those getting into difficulty, a report says.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Bridport Literature Festival 2022
TWO intrepid travel writers will launch Bridport Literary Festival’s 18th year with a special talk.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of Dorset households in fuel poverty BEFORE national energy crisis
ALMOST 18,000 households in Dorset were in fuel poverty before the national energy crisis, new figures show.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Burton Bradstock Music and Art Festival
A special programme of music by a Ukrainian composer in honour of his countrymen and women will help launch a west Dorset festival.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Council accused of climate hypocrisy
CLIMATE protestors claim Dorset Council is now saying one thing – and doing something else with its policy on climate change.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Free mental health event on offer for Dorset's Armed Forces personnel
ARMED Forces veterans can benefit from a free online mental health event this week.

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Tuesday EuroMillions draw has £184 million jackpot
The winning ticket-holder’s fortune would instantly outstrip those of footballers Harry Kane (£33 million) and Paul Pogba (£64 million) combined.

Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Samaritans to lead new Great Western Railway mental health study
GREAT Western Railway has commissioned Samaritans to lead a new research study on mental health and wellbeing support for the rail industry.

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:24:24 +0100
Boris Johnson joins TikTok: Watch his first video as users react in hilarious fashion
The Prime Minister already has more than 6,000 followers having posted just one video from the 10downingstreet account.

Tue, 10 May 2022 11:26:24 +0100
How to battle Hay fever in the garden this summer
As the weather gets hotter, Hay fever suffers might be concerned of the rise of pollen.

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:52:25 +0100
Bowel cancer: The signs and symptoms to be aware of
Bowel cancer: The signs and symptoms to look out for

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:41:50 +0100
First immigrants told they could be moved to Rwanda in ‘coming months’
The Prime Minister has previously said he wanted to see the first flights take off by the end of May.

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Tripadvisor reveals best hotels, B&Bs and small stays in the UK in 2022 awards
Book your Spring staycation at one of Tripadvisor's best of the best hotels in the UK.

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:05:00 +0100
Deaf sailor rescued after texting 'emergency' to his sister
The family of a deaf man who was rescued at sea when his boat broke down have praised the teams who came to this aid.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:13:06 +0100
Biker seriously injured in coast road crash
A motorcyclist involved in a serious crash on the coast road suffered 'potential life changing injuries', police have said.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2022 finalists
West Bay Discovery Centre is among four Dorset hospitality and tourism businesses up for a prestigious national award.

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:05:41 +0100
Who will be the next Labour Leader? Andy Burnham leads odds to replace Keir Starmer
Labour Leader Keir Starmer made a statement today announcing he will resign if he receives a fixed penalty notice over Beergate. Who would replace him?

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:09:12 +0100
Who were the UK’s top 10 biggest ever lottery winners?
A total of £184 million could go to the winner of Tuesday’s EuroMillions draw.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
South west has longest ambulance waiting times in country
Shocking new figures reveal that people across the south west including Dorset are facing increasingly dangerous delays for medical help.

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Rise in sexual offences across Dorset
MORE sexual offences including rape were recorded in Dorset over the last year.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:49:56 +0100
EasyJet issues warning to British holidaymakers this summer amid drastic new plans
It comes after European airlines, including easyJet, were forced to cancel thousands of flights in the lead-up to Easter.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Letter: Delays to £150 council tax rebate
The late Bob Monkhouse said that when he told school friends his ambition was to become a comedian, they all laughed. ‘Well they’re not laughing now!’, he added.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset County Hospital caring for 26 Covid patients
DORSET County Hospital Trust was caring for 26 coronavirus patients in hospital as of last Tuesday, figures show.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset County Hospital delighted to receive scanner
The Lymphoedema department at Dorset County Hospital has received a generous donation from Wimborne-based charity Going for Bust.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Community and Culture Project Fund is open for applications
ARE you looking to make a difference to people living in your community? Need some funding to help towards the costs?

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Chamber announce finalists for Dorset Apprenticeship Awards
ORGANISERS have announced the finalists for the new Dorset Apprenticeship Awards.

Mon, 09 May 2022 21:24:16 +0100
Monkeypox symptoms and how it's spread as first case is identified in England
Symptoms include fevers, headache and aching muscles.

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:23:46 +0100
Keir starmer statement today: Labour leader slams Boris Johnson amid promise to resign
Starmer has said he will do “the right thing and step down” as Labour leader if he is fined by Durham police.

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:38:12 +0100
Keir Starmer statement today: What time it is and how to watch
Keir Starmer is due to make a statement today, Labour has confirmed but where can you watch it? Find out here.

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:10:56 +0100
Keir Starmer statement today: Will he resign? 3 things he could say
Labour Leader Keir Starmer is set to make a statement today, Labour has confirmed.

Mon, 09 May 2022 14:54:53 +0100
Tony Awards 2022: Full list of nominations revealed
The historic awards return as Broadway musicals finds out if they are nominated for a Tony Award.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
School photos of west Dorset reception pupils
Here are all the photographs of the reception classes from September 2021.



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