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Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Update on Melplash Show 2021
Organisers of the Melplash Show are hopeful it can go ahead this year after the pandemic forced the cancellation of the 2020 event.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Inquest: Death of Michael Woods at shooting range
Owners of a west Dorset shooting range have tightened checks and procedures after a man took his own life while on a tour of the site.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
'Bridport Banksy' replaces 'Covid Hoax' with message of kindness
A 'BRIDPORT Banksy' is spreading the message of kindness in the town.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Bridport residents urged to have say on Dorset Council Local Plan
THE expansion of Bridport town centre and identifying housing and other development sites around the town are examined in a planning blueprint for the future.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Purbeck Pizza Box to launch in Bridport today
A PROJECT to feed those in need across the county is being launched in Bridport today (Thursday, January 27).

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 08:09:56 +0000
NHS issue public warning over new Covid-19 vaccine scam
Cyber-security consultant Daniel Card urged members of the public to remain vigilant against such scams.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Delays expected ahead of multiple roadworks on A37
MULTIPLE sets of roadworks will take place on a key Dorset route in the coming days with delays expected.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Rail line to Yeovil closed for repairs
COMMUTERS are being warned of train delays when the line between Dorchester West and Castle Cary is shut for five days in February for vital repairs.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
MP Column: Here's why I'm calling on Government to reduce single use plastics
The next stage of the Environment Bill came before Parliament on Tuesday, addressing a range of issues: air and water quality, conservation, nature and biodiversity, waste and resource efficiency; as well as establishing a new watchdog – the Off...

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Unison calls for early wage rise for health workers
UNION bosses in the South West said an early wage rise for health workers would improve morale amid pandemic pressures.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset housing development decrease could mean 'even bigger crisis' than previously thought
HOME building in Dorset slowed last year despite a spike in activity over the summer as coronavirus restrictions were lifted, figures suggest.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:25:56 +0000
Covid vaccination clinic to take place at Bridport Medical Centre
ANOTHER COVID vaccination clinic is set to take place at Bridport Medical Centre this Friday, to vaccinate 'clinically extremely vulnerable' residents.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
North Allington in Bridport to close for sewage works
A section of a Bridport road is set to close for more than a month - with a 15 mile diversion route in place.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:19:54 +0000
Covid-19 rates drop in Bridport area
COVID rates for the Bridport area have dramatically dropped over the past month.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:56:52 +0000
Coronavirus: 45 more deaths recorded at Dorset hospitals
FORTY-FIVE more people have died with coronavirus in Dorset hospitals, latest figures show.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:28:55 +0000
Local plan applications decided by Dorset Council
A site north of The Green, Beaminster has been approved for the siting of a temporary compound for use during the town’s water main refurbishment works.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 18:04:37 +0000
Coronavirus: Almost 350 new cases confirmed in Dorset
THE number of recorded coronavirus cases in Dorset has increased by almost 350, latest figures show.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 14:40:54 +0000
Bridport Police warn residents to stay vigilant after reports of scam calls
POLICE have urged residents to be vigilant after reports of scam calls in the area.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Eleven affordable homes to be built in Bridport
ELEVEN affordable homes are set to be built in Bridport for families and young people.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Bridport Leisure Centre renting out spin bikes
A LEISURE centre is renting out spin bikes for those keen to stay in shape during the lockdown.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:36:18 +0000
Coronavirus: Temporary morgue to be used in Poole
ONE of two temporary mortuaries in Dorset will be activated this week in response to the rising number of cases and deaths due to Covid-19 in the county.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
The Dorset roads being repaired in February
ROAD repairs will be carried out across Dorset next month.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:55:23 +0000
Will schools reopen after February half term? PM statement
Schools will not be reopening immediately after February half term as early plans for potential ‘summer schools’ were revealed to help pupils catch up.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Free counselling sessions available for Beaminster residents
FREE counselling sessions are being offered to Beaminster residents.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:19:10 +0000
Police warn of Covid scam where public are asked to pay for vaccine
DORSET Police has warned the public of a scam where people are asked to pay for a coronavirus vaccine.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 07:57:41 +0000
8 key points from Boris Johnson press conference
The Prime Minister was joined by NHS England boss Sir Simon Stevens and Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 07:57:13 +0000
The National Insurance scam you need to be aware of
Recipients are instructed to “press one on their handset to be connected to the caller”, which will allegedly fix the problem.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 07:55:51 +0000
Councils handed power to close pubs until July
The Government has extended lockdown laws to allow councils in England to close public spaces, shops, restaurants and bars until 17 July 2021, according to The Telegraph.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dozens of Dorset teachers absent due to coronavirus
Dozens of teachers in Dorset were absent because of coronavirus on just one day before Christmas, new figures reveal.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset Council not ‘on track' with collection of council tax and business rates
A THIRD of Dorset Council performance indicators have been classed red or amber, meaning they are not ‘on track,’  with the rest set at green.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Bridport Museum and Bridport Lockdown combine for new project
BRIDPORT Museum is joining forces with a community Facebook page to create a collection of memories from those who have caught coronavirus.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:46:15 +0000
Coronavirus: 287 new cases confirmed in Dorset
NEARLY 300 coronavirus cases have been confirmed across Dorset in the last 24 hours, latest figures show.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:25:34 +0000
Coronavirus: Seven more deaths recorded in Dorset
Seven new coronavirus deaths have been recorded at the newly-formed University Hospitals Dorset Trust in the latest 24-hour period, the latest official figures show.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 14:43:14 +0000
A35 reopened after crash in Winterbourne Abbas
THE A35 is partially blocked due to an accident.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Letter: Football should be stopped due to coronavirus
It has been reported that the Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club has closed in line with the Government's lockdown rules.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Nominations are open for the Bridport Business Awards
THERE is still time to nominate a worthy business in the Bridport Business Awards.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset Council reveals cost of investigating 'planning permission breaches'
TENS of thousands of pounds are being spent chasing builders and developers in Dorset who fail to stick to the planning rules.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Proposed cut to Universal Credit in April 'devastating'
Citizens Advice Dorset has warned of the ‘devastating impact’ of a proposed cut to Universal Credit in April.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
'Dorset people not getting a say' in spending of property development CIL contributions
LOCAL people are getting little, or no say, in how funds from developers are spent.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset Council's digital hotline here to help with 2021 census
RESIDENTS are being reminded that the 2021 census will be sent out soon and there is help available for anyone struggling to get online.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset's number of new businesses fell in 2020
THE number of new companies formed in Dorset fell last year as the county grappled with the pandemic crisis.

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Joint project between Dorset police and social services helps prevent children in care getting criminal records
AN agreement between Dorset Police and the county’s social services has succeeded in keeping children in care across Dorset out of the criminal justice system.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Why coastal Dorset missed out on snow again
RESIDENTS in coastal areas of Dorset including Bridport woke yesterday morning to no signs of snowfall while just a short distance away gardens were covered in a blanket of layer snow.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Praise for teamwork at Bridport vaccination clinic
'It restored my faith in humanity and the power of community.'

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 08:36:32 +0000
Met Office issues yellow warning for ice
A YELLOW warning for ice is in place this morning after a weekend of treachery on Dorset roads.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Letter: Christmas lights support Dementia Friendly Bridport
On behalf of Dementia Friendly Bridport, I would like to give our heartfelt thanks to Monica Teague and her husband for yet again fundraising for our cause with their wonderful Christmas display in their front garden. It had everything, from beautifu...

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:40:45 +0000
Coronavirus: 295 cases confirmed in Dorset over last 24 hours
FEWER than 300 coronavirus cases were confirmed across Dorset in the last 24 hours, latest figures show.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:33:36 +0000
Two more coronavirus deaths in Dorset hospitals
TWO further coronavirus deaths have been recorded at University Hospitals Dorset in the last 24 hours.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Frontline council staff to be given weekly coronavirus tests
FRONTLINE council staff who cannot work from home will be given weekly Covid tests to ensure essential services can continue running.

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
£850k for Dorset to create jobs in social care sector hit by Covid
Dorset Council has received more than £850,000 to boost staffing levels in the social care sector.



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