Firefighters have finished tackling a barn fire in Bridport - more than 24 hours after it started.

Motorists can expect major delays on the A35 to last until at least Tuesday.

THREE new officers are joining a police rural crime team in a bid to crack down on the issue.

The designation says it all. “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”.

Spiders usually start to come out in early September, with their presence noticeable in homes until around mid-October.

British Weather Services  senior meteorologist Jim Dale says temperatures could reach 30C

Vet column from Alice Moore

THE recent heatwave sparked safety concerns as temperatures climbed above 30 degrees Celsius.

EXPERIENCE what it's like to be a member of a jury.

Patients are to be asked to reduce their use of A&E departments during winter as the NHS makes winter plans earlier this year.

The Highway Code contains advice and rules for people on Britain’s roads, including pet owners.

A mum has thanked members of the public and emergency services who rushed to the aid of her family after a terrifying crash.

Two "overdue walkers" prompted a widespread search for them late last night (August 18).

A Grade II-listed church in Bridport is up for sale.

A MAN has been jailed for punching and hospitalising a 'vulnerable' man after entering his caravan whilst he was sleeping in bed.

The software flaws could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices

Poachers are reportedly targeting West Bay for salmon, police believe.

Sewage has been reported in the water at West Bay and Eype as a result of the recent downpour and subsequent flooding.

STUDENTS across the county have celebrated their historic A Level and vocational results with pupils being widely praised for their 'remarkable resilience'.

There are lengthy delays on the A35 with two-way traffic lights in place.

Nearly a quarter of patients who had their operations cancelled at Dorset County Hospital over three months were still waiting to be treated four weeks later, figures show.

HUNDREDS of cases of cat cruelty were reported in Dorset last year, the RSPCA have revealed.

A deer ran off a cliff and into the sea where it died- after being chased by a dog off lead.

A popular west Dorset attraction is hosting the perfect family trail – and there’s prizes to be won.

Bridport carnival have announced their carnival princess and what is believed to be their first carnival prince as the town gears up for the celebrations this weekend.

West Bay Discovery Centre are joining forces with an arts company to host a messy art day.

Tewson, best-known for her roles in Keeping Up Appearances and Last Of The Summer Wine, “passed away peacefully”, her management said.

After months of planning, another Dorset town has successfully launched its first Junior Parkrun.

Rishi Sunak pledges to “restore” NHS dentistry and address the “unprecedented pressure” it's under.

Firefighters continue to tackle a huge blaze that ignited in the early hours of the morning.

A-Level results day 2022: live updates from Dorset

WEST Dorset's community spirit was in full force after flash flooding struck the area, with locals and holidaymakers coming together for the recovery effort.

A motorcyclist has come forward following a reported fail-to-stop injury collision in Portesham.

Students across Dorset have been praised for their “remarkable resilience” as thousands get set to discover their A-Level and BTEC results.

A warning has been issued to households who could miss out on up to £3,300 a year if they don’t apply today.

The research also stated that 86.4% of pensioner couples will fall into fuel poverty.

Firefighters from across Dorset have been tackling a large barn fire since 1am this morning (August 18).

AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a retired police officer.

MORE Dorset employers have signed up to the voluntary living wage scheme over the past year, new figures show.

BRIDPORT Town Mayor Ian Bark helped officially unveil a vibrant new look for the Bridport Multi Use Games Area (MUGA), better known as 'The Cage'.

A CAMPAIGN group has hit back after a 760-home development at Vearse Farm was approved.

BRIDPORT Hospital's minor injuries unit will be shut over the next three weekends as it continues to struggle with staffing pressures.

A DEVOTED dad who spent eight years fighting to make a beach wheelchair friendly has had his dream come true.

BEAMINSTER were dealt a big blow in the County Division Two title race after being comprehensively outplayed by rivals Chalke Valley in a 112-run thrashing.

LYME Regis begin their new Devon & Exeter League Premier Division season with a tricky trip to Colyton on Monday (6.30pm).

UPLYME & Lyme Regis defied the odds to beat Braunton by 77 runs in Devon League C Division East.

The shocking footage was filmed at the V-Shed in Bristol.

Bridport has been struck by flash flooding.

A car was left abandoned in the road in a west Dorset village, causing a major headache for people passing through.

THERE has been a three-vehicle crash in a car park in Bridport.