CARE HOME residents in Bridport have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

NHS workers and teachers can continue to enjoy discounts off their weekly shop, courtesy of a national supermarket.

RESIDENTS are being presented with the opportunity to give blood at a local fitness centre.

THE number of people who have died with coronavirus in areas of Dorset has been revealed.

SIMILARLY to the first lockdown, people are now only allowed to leave their home once a day to exercise locally.

AN ORGANISATION that provides crucial support in search and rescue efforts across Dorset has been bolstered with two new vehicles to support its work.

BUSINESS faces a “prolonged” path to recovery after new data showed output and orders were falling before the latest lockdown.

During the pandemic it’s important you are aware of the scams doing the rounds to give you the best chance of keeping your personal details safe.

The chain coffee shop is currently only open for takeaway purposes, but customers can still get half price off their bill.

Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi has raised concerns of people not sticking to the coronavirus rules in supermarkets.

A LORRY driver has been freed after his foot was trapped under a one tonne bag of soil.

ROADWORKS are due to go ahead in the coming weeks, with road closures and diversion routes in place.

BRIDPORT'S garden glut stall is still able to go ahead despite new lockdown measures.

A COMMUNITY which provides support to people in crisis has been recognised for its efforts throughout the pandemic.

More than 800 people have tested positive for Covid-19 across Dorset in the last day.

I, AND several of my friends, feel it would be a good idea to have a collection box, with an informative sign, in every Covid vaccination centre and doctor’s surgery inviting donations, no matter how small, towards the cost of our vaccine.

GOVERNMENT "won't rule out" tougher restrictions as UK records highest number of Covid patients in hospital since the start of the pandemic.

THREE more people have died with coronavirus at the University Hospitals Dorset Trust, latest figures have confirmed.

AN ANIMAL welfare charity has called on local authorities to consider easing rules on where dogs can be exercised to help dog walkers comply with lockdown rules.

RESIDENTS over 50 are reminded they can get advice about benefits they may be entitled to and ask questions about wills and power of attorney at free one-to-one surgeries run by Age UK North, South & West Dorset.

Dorset is now gripped with coronavirus and people are being urged to do all they can to help relieve pressure on our hospitals which are 'close to being overwhelmed'.

DELAYS are building on a key route after temporary traffic lights have failed.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has warned that ‘every flexibility’ of the rules could prove fatal.

A NEW local Covid-19 contact tracing system has been launched.

FOR those looking for a hobby to take up over the lockdown period, Bridport resident Jessica Hughes is offering weekly piano and keyboard lessons through video calling.

The government issued guidance on the third nationwide Covid-19 lockdown which came into effect last week.

Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi said he is worried shops are becoming too crowded and exercise sessions are being used for social interactions.

Calls have been made for police officers in Dorset to be on the priority list for the Covid-19 vaccine amid rising staff absences.

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THE OXFORD-AstraZeneca vaccine has made it to Bridport.

Householders are being urged to check their chimneys after firefighters were called out to a fire at a thatched cottage.

More than 670 people have tested positive for Covid-19 across Dorset in the last day.

A FURTHER eight people have died with Covid-19 in Dorset’s hospitals.

DORSET is becoming an increasingly more popular area to live in as homebuyers look for a change of scenery.

Coastguards were scrambled amid fears a woman was stuck on a 'treacherous' path in darkness and with temperatures plummeting.

WHILST the majority of shops must close during the lockdown, a Bridport garden centre will remain open.

COUNCIL services in Lyme Regis will be severely limited as a result of the third national lockdown.

A NON-PROFIT organisation is putting on a virtual event which will explore food production and security and how it can be improved.

ALMOST every area in Dorset is reporting increasing cases of coronavirus - as some areas report outbreaks.

BRIDPORT Camera Club is continuing to operate online.

POLICE have warned of a new ‘Royal Mail’ scam.

RELATIVES of care home residents are being reminded to contact providers before visiting and to show understanding of restrictions.

POLICE bosses are encouraging Dorset residents to attend a virtual event to find out more about a proposal to increase the amount people pay for their police service.