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Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:05:00 +0000
Lyme Regis mayor condemns racist and anti-Semitic graffiti
The Mayor of Lyme Regis has condemned racist and anti-semitic graffiti that defaced multiple parts of Langmoor Gardens.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:02:00 +0000
Rare medieval ring found in Thorncombe to be sold at auction
A fourteenth century ring found in Dorset by a local metal-detector is estimated to fetch between £30,000-£40,000 when it goes to auction.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:30:01 +0000
Police appeal to find missing writer Nick Fisher from Hooke
Officers searching for a missing man from West Dorset are appealing for help and information from the public to find him.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:02:00 +0000
Seaside Boarding House extension at Burton Bradstock agreed
AN extension and internal changes have been agreed to the Seaside Boarding House Restaurant and Bar at Burton Bradstock.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Bull Hotel in Bridport named in Michelin Guide
The Bill has been listed in the Michelin Guide.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 17:13:49 +0000
Flood alerts for west Dorset, River Axe and Dorchester
People in Dorset are being warned to prepare for flooding.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:30:00 +0000
Plan for nine flats at former rope making building, Bridport
Nine flats could be created with the redevelopment of a former rope making building off St Michael’s Lane, Bridport.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Fred Parsons can be 'massive' for Bridport - Chris Herbst
BRIDPORT boss Chris Herbst believes midfielder Fred Parsons can be a “massive player” for the Bees this season.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:56:34 +0000
What time will the Autumn Statement be for 2022?
The Autumn Budget will be delivered by Jeremy Hunt on the morning of Thursday, November 17

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:33:26 +0000
Jeremy Hunt warned not to raise fuel duty as petrol prices rise again
The RAC said the average cost of a litre of petrol rose by 4p in October while diesel was up 10p

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Autumn budget 2022: Watch Jeremy Hunt’s statement live
How to watch Jeremy Hunt deliver the autumn 2022 budget.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:45:00 +0000
Jeremy Hunt to announce autumn budget - what time and how to watch
Jeremy Hunt will deliver the autumn budget today

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:29:29 +0000
One person in hospital after crash on A37 Long Ash Lane
One person has been taken to hospital after a crash that closed a main route between Dorchester and Yeovil for several hours.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset Council parking ticket machines reported broken
Dozens of car park payment machines across Dorset are currently out of action – reducing council income.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dobbies gardening prize won by Bridport man
A Bridport resident celebrates first prize in a national gardening competition.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:56:49 +0000
A37 closed due to crash between Dorchester and Yeovil
A crash had closed part of the A37 this morning.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:36:44 +0000
More patients pile pressure on A&E at Dorset County Hospital
More patients visited A&E at Dorset County Hospital last month, with demand rising above the levels seen over the same period last year.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset councillors told to make most of famous authors
Dorset should be doing more to promote its literary links to attract visitors to the county – councillors have been told.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:06:00 +0000
Dorset Doctor wins Doctor of the Year at Air Ambulance Awards
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance have been nationally recognised at this year's Air Ambulance Awards of Excellence.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:06:50 +0000
Criminal damage racist graffiti at Langmoor Gardens, Lyme Regis
A WITNESS appeal has been launched by police after gardens in Lyme Regis were defaced by graffiti which contained racial or anti-semitic elements.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:42:01 +0000
Poorer Dorset students fall further behind classmates in pandemic
Disadvantaged secondary school pupils in Dorset fell further behind their classmates during the coronavirus pandemic, new figures show.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:45:24 +0000
Cancer: GPs to be asked to order scans for 'vague symptoms'
Waiting times for cancer scans could be cut to four weeks if directly ordered by a GP, NHS England says

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:49:35 +0000
Budget: What to expect from Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement
Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce a range of tax rises and spending cuts on Thursday

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:25:29 +0000
Autumn budget 2022: Millions in the UK could see £1800 pay rise
The national living wage will reportedly be increased in Thursday's autumn budget.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:43:53 +0000
Jeremy Hunt to lift cap on bankers' bonuses, reports suggest
Rishi Sunak had urged bosses to keep down their pay in order not to exacerbate inflation

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:45:03 +0000
Sunak pledges support to allies as Russian-made missiles strike Poland
Rishi Sunak said it was “unlikely” Russia fired a missile that killed two people in Poland on Tuesday

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Driving test: Top 10 hardest centres to pass at in UK
DVSA data has revealed some test centres around the UK had quite low pass rates

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 01:02:42 +0000
Flood alert for Rivers Brit, Asker, Mangerton and Bride
West Dorset is on flood alert after heavy overnight rainfall.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 09:31:40 +0000
Scammers target Bridport residents pretending to be police
People in Bridport are being targeted by scammers.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:57:21 +0000
Bridport Youth and Community Centre activities for teenagers
Bridport has been a hub of activity for under 18s.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:15:35 +0000
Police update on crash: Winterbourne Abbas A35 Roman Road
A single-vehicle crash took place on the A35 at Winterbourne Abbas.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:16:34 +0000
Inside Dorset’s new Amazon delivery warehouse in Poole
AMAZON’S brand-new depot is well and truly open in Poole, shipping tens of thousands of parcels to five counties every day.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Author Yarrow Townsend talks to Bridport Literary Festival
Famous children's author returns to Dorset to inspire young students.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:31:41 +0000
Russian missiles land in Poland after airstrikes across Ukraine
It is the first time Russian missiles have reportedly landed in Poland.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:08:37 +0000
Former BBC Top Gear presenter Sue Baker dies as family pays tribute
After 100 episodes Baker moved aside in 1991 to make way for Jeremy Clarkson.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 10:45:07 +0000
Dominant Bridport in rugby victory over Swanage & Wareham
BRIDPORT ran in no fewer than 16 tries in a dominant 102-0 victory over Swanage & Wareham seconds in Counties Two Tribute Dorset & Wilts South.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:22:06 +0000
Wetherspoons to sell 39 more pubs amid rising costs
JD Wetherspoon has shared they are planning to sell a further 39 pubs across the nation.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:07:01 +0000
Dozens detained under Mental Health Act in Dorset
DOZENS of people in need of urgent mental health treatment were detained under the Mental Health Act in Dorset last year, figures show.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:59:07 +0000
Dorset Council’s delayed external audit still not agreed
DORSET Council’s delayed external audit for 2020-21 has still not been agreed – as work begins on the 21-22 financial year.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:59:07 +0000
Bad driving habits revealed as most drivers fear they would fail test
A survey reveals that 80% of UK drivers believe they would fail if they retook their driving test with many admitting to dangerous driving habits.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:44:49 +0000
Tesco Christmas shoppers struggle in long queues as site crashes
Tesco Delivery Saver customers were told they could book a Christmas slot from 6am on November 15

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:21:22 +0000
Crash on A35 Kingston Russell: driver taken to hospital
A woman has been taken to hospital after a car overturned on a main road.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:58:55 +0000
Man assaulted on East Street in Bridport town centre
Police were called to East Street in Bridport at the weekend to reports of an assault.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:01:00 +0000
Dorset Council publishes its net zero progress report
“Excellent progress” is being made towards Dorset Council’s net zero target, according to a report - but a councillor acknowledges the challenge is ‘enormous’.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 16:53:56 +0000
Met Office issue flood warning for Dorset
Dorset could experience flooding tomorrow with the Met Office issuing a weather warning for heavy downpours.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:33:19 +0000
20,000 waiting for routine treatment at Dorst County Hospital
Almost 20,000 patients were waiting for routine treatment at Dorset County Hospital in September, figures show.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:35:04 +0000
Fire service called to car on fire at Monkey's Jump Roundabout
A car has been left burnt out after catching fire on a key road.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Line-up revealed for Camp Bestival 2023 at Lulworth Castle
A STAR-studded line-up for next year's hotly anticipated Camp Bestival in Dorset has been unveiled – featuring pop megastars and entertainers.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 08:28:41 +0000
Rishi Sunak hails UK deal with France to cut migrant channel crossings
Rishi Sunak has hailed the historic deal with France as contributing to his efforts to “grip illegal migration”

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 14:53:26 +0000
Bridport falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
Bridport fell silent today to pay respect on Remembrance Sunday.



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