Despite another cancellation as a result of Covid, a Bridport theatrical group was determined that the show must go on as they put together a virtual pantomime week.

BEAVER, Cub and Scout groups have remained active in recent weeks - with plenty of activities to work on from home.

GRAPHICS show how many coronavirus cases have surged across Dorset since the Christmas and New Year period – as a spike in cases were blamed by visitors to the county.

A MENTAL health support group is reminding residents that they don't have to suffer alone during the lockdown period.

SIX bridges in Dorset are deemed to be substandard, new figures by the RAC Foundation have revealed.

LATEST NHS figures show that 269 coronavirus patients were being cared for in Dorset hospitals this week.

Here are some of the quirkiest properties for sale in Dorset.

AMBULANCE staff in Dorset were reportedly verbally and physically attacked on more than 200 occasions in 2020, up 14 per cent from the previous year, new figures show.

DORSET’S joint archives service will suffer another stand-still budget for the coming financial year.

As new financial thriller Devils arrives on Sky Atlantic, Danielle de Wolfe discovers more from actor Patrick Dempsey and producer Luca Bernabei.

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EMERGENCY services were called to West Allington outside Bridport Medical Centre today after a person suffered a medical incident.

BRIDPORT Folk Festival has been postponed until September.

Almost 1,000 people will be attending Bridport Medical Centre again today for their Covid vaccination.

BRIDPORT Morrisons is continuing to raise funds for children who suffer with cancer.

A GROUP of volunteers who want to produce a network of publicly accessible defibrillators have been boosted by a donation of £700.

CASES of coronavirus are continuing to fall across Dorset, as data suggests the spread of Covid-19 is declining.

A CREATIVE writing competition is offering bursary opportunities to under represented local writers.

A PIECE of legislation can allow you to know if you live near a sex offender and if they are at any risk.

The PM says the efficacy of the vaccine rollout in reducing infections will be key to lifting controls in England.

The low temperatures and bursts of snow across the UK mean most of us have to spend some time deicing our vehicle before we set off.

Dorset Council’s budget gap could be as much as £40 million in four years’ time.

WE ALWAYS think of young dogs doing daft things (like swallowing stones and underwear) but on Monday evening I treated Radar, a lovely 12-year-old German Shepherd dog that should have known better. Radar had gone fishing with his dad all his life ...

EXPANSION plans for Kingston Maurward College have been lodged with Dorset Council.

There's nothing worse than doing the same workout day-in, day-out, with no end in sight - so we asked fitness pros for their advice. By Liz Connor.

Avoid spending money on dibbers, plant markers and pots - these everyday items will do the trick, says Hannah Stephenson.

A new series sees Gregg Wallace explore four European cities. He tells Georgia Humphreys about kebabs, gladiator training, and the joy of travel.

THE body of a woman has been found after a cross-county search operation was launched.

FROM Colfox School to the African Savanna - a woman who grew up in Bridport has spent eight months in Kenyan to film a Channel 4 wildlife documentary.

MORE than 200 people tested positive for coronavirus Dorset over the last 24 hours, according to the latest figures.

AN ASKERSWELL pub has come up with an inventive idea for customers to enjoy its beer garden when lockdown restrictions are eased.

A TOTAL of £30,000 has been pledged towards an initiative to support independent retailers.

THE 'R rate' for the South West has remained the same as the national R Rate dips below 1 for the first time since last July.

MULTIPLE fire crews were called to a road traffic collision near West Dorset.

AN APPEAL for laptops and tablets for local schools has seen a great response – and now further donations are needed to help teachers.

Dorset Police are appealing to the public after a cattle box was stolen from Seaborough.

MORE than 150 people across Dorset tested positive for coronavirus, according to latest figures.

AN ONLINE exhibition showcasing some of the most creative young people in Bridport has launched this week.

WEST Dorset Tory MP Chris Loder is opposing Conservative leaders at Dorset Council over their vision for future housing in the county.

A CROSS-COUNTY search has been launched.

COMMUNITIES across Dorset are being offered free interactive online training to help prepare for winter challenges.

Families can take part in fun, interactive challenges and activities with Dorchester Arts this half term.

POLICE have started a long term partnership project to improve services for rape and serious sexual assault victims.

RESIDENTS have been treated to the sight of two cruise liners off West Bay this week.

THE driver of a lorry fled after they crashed into a house and police are appealing for witnesses.

A fresh look has been agreed for a house at Old Lyme Hill, Charmouth.

Tributes have been paid to a businessman, cider maker and decorated naval commander who has died.

WORKS to repair a trading estate building destroyed by fire are progressing – as shop owners say they are keen to return to the site after lockdown.

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a chimney fire this morning.

A WEATHER warning for snow and ice is in force across Dorset today.