DELIGHTED businesses in Bridport have been enjoying a boost in trade thanks to a sunny bank holiday weekend and half-term holiday, which has seen thousands flock to the coast.

THE SUN shone as powerboat racers took to some choppy West Bay seas over the bank holiday weekend.

RESIDENTS have been treated to a glimpse of the much-anticipated statue of a groundbreaking Lyme Regis fossil hunter.

A FUNDRAISING campaign to ensure a popular festival can go ahead this summer has been extended.

DORSET Police insists there are 'robust plans' to deal with unauthorised encampments over the summer - as they said they were forced to use relevant powers to move along groups of travellers that set up unlawful camps over the bank holiday weekend...

DOG owners across Dorset have been warned amid a rise in pet theft.

MORE than 7,000 volunteers are being thanked for the support they have given to Dorset residents.

MORE parents in Dorset are getting help with the cost of childcare through a government scheme, new figures reveal – but many could still to be missing out.

HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

A NEW anti-litter campaign has been launched to encourage residents and visitors to respect Dorset.

BIN collectors in Dorset picked up less rubbish in the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic than a year earlier, figures show.

A GROUP of tourists were 'dicing with death' as they pitched tents directly under unstable cliffs prone to major rockfalls.

FARMERS are calling for dogs to be kept on leads around livestock after a pregnant cow suffered a 'heartbreaking' death - falling 40 feet after being reportedly chased by two dogs.

A LEISURE centre was forced to close its doors temporarily after a group of travellers set up camp at the site.

AROUND 100 volunteers, from children to pensioners, rolled up their sleeves to help clean up the streets of Bridport in the sun.

It's fair to say Dorset has plenty to see and do with its stunning coastal and rural views, its historic locations and scenic walks.

A MEETING is set to be held this month following a study to improve access to Bridport town centre.

RAPID coronavirus testing is now available in Lyme Regis for residents showing no symptoms.

STREET naming and house numbering is to be ‘harmonised’ across Dorset – with new guidelines replacing old policies from previous district and borough councils.

MANAGER Rob Marquis says Bridport “won’t be planning on playing like Man City” in the 2021/22 Toolstation Western League Premier Division campaign.

DORSET’S level of local radio and television coverage over the last few years has been a serious concern for many. Dorset has a population of over 770,000 people and yet has no dedicated radio station. Rarely do I see West Dorset on Spotlight which...

'LITTER heroes' are taking part in a month-long campaign to clean up Dorset's streets.

THE number of people with dementia in Dorset will increase by 54% in the next 10 years, according to the Alzheimer's Society, which is demanding reform to social care to provide better support.

AT least two trees will be planted for every one which has to be removed from Dorset Council-owned land in future.

FIREFIGHTERS came to the rescue of a bird in distress after an eagle-eyed youngster raised the alarm.

A TASTY giveaway promoting shopping locally is coming just in time for Father's Day.

HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

FORMER Bridport FC captain Luke King smashed a brilliant unbeaten century as Cattistock & Symene Seconds smoked Bere Regis Seconds by nine wickets.

LYME Regis co-manager Julien Simier believes Lapford are genuine favourites for the Devon & Exeter Premier Division final at Topsham on Saturday (3pm).

WALKERS are urged to 'use common sense and caution' as there is a likelihood there will be further cliff falls after a woman was hit in the head by some falling rocks.

OFFICERS are urging members of the public to come forward if they know the whereabouts of three people who are wanted by Dorset Police.

A SWING at a children's play area has been destroyed after being set alight in a 'malicious act'.

POLICE attended more than 2,300 incidents across Dorset over the bank holiday weekend as thousands of visitors flooded to the south coast.

E-SCOOTER riders could end up in court for traffic offences as police clamp down on using the motor vehicles in public spaces.

THERE is still time to visit an exhibition marking the reopening of the country.

A TOTAL of 11 new coronavirus cases have been recorded across Dorset, according to the latest statistics.

AN OFF-DUTY paramedic was on hand to help a casualty who had fallen on concrete steps in West Dorset.

THERE has been no recorded Covid-19 related deaths in Dorset hospitals for 30 days

A HANDBAG has been stolen from inside a parked vehicle after thieves smashed a window.

A VILLAGE hall has reopened following the lockdown as is encouraging residents to join its committee.

WITH reference to your report 20/5/21 many thanks to Ruth Wrixton and Brian Sanders for giving their time and effort picking up the rubbish left on the roadside. Two willing volunteers who did a positive thing only to find it made difficult for th...

THOUSANDS of hospital admissions in Dorset are a result of obesity, figures show.

More than 50 drug and alcohol deaths were recorded by the coroner for Dorset last year, new figures show.

WEST Dorset MP Chris Loder is pushing bosses at South Western Rail (SWR) for improvements to Dorchester South station.

A DORSET business has teamed up with a mental health charity to promote exercise and raise cash for a good cause.

CORONAVIRUS caused staff at Dorset County Hospital to miss thousands of days of work last year, figures reveal.

TOW trucks could be strategically placed in known problems areas to quickly remove vehicles blocking roads during peak days in summer.

HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

AN OUTDOOR activity tournament will return this month for its second year.

VOLUNTEERS are being celebrated for their contribution to Healthwatch Dorset.