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Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Victim speaks after Stephanie Shorney sex offences trial
The victim of a ‘predatory’ woman jailed for sex offences against her has revealed how her abuser took away her childhood - but said that having to relive her ordeal through a trial proved she was ‘no longer a scared little kid’.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 09:23:39 +0100
Seventh day of fuel shortages at Dorset petrol stations
Another day of fuel shortages at Dorset petrol stations

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Former art forger Billy Mumford visiting Bridport gallery
A gallery featuring the works of a former art fraudster will welcome the man himself.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:40:33 +0100
Man rescued by fire crews after falling into river in Dorset
A MAN was rescued by fire services last night after he fell down an embankment and into a river.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Portland Port new tug boat officially named Rupert Best
A port's new tug has been officially named in honour of a west Dorset businessman, cider maker and decorated naval commander.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Investigations continue into serious crash on Coast Road
INVESTIGATIONS are continuing into a crash which saw a motorcyclist airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Changes to opening hours of tips in Dorset Council area
OPENING hours at all tips in the Dorset Council area are changing, with an additional hour in the winter and one hour less in the summer.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Round Table's Bridport Oktoberfest beer festival
A BEER festival with live music is set to take place in Bridport this weekend.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Solar panels expected to be added to County Hall
ALMOST 600 solar panels are expected to be added to County Hall as Dorset Council strives to cut its carbon footprint and save money on running costs.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Boogie Fest at Freshwater Holiday Park
A THREE-DAY music event is returning this weekend after it was cancelled last year.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Survey reveals how patients scored DCH's A&E department during pandemic
Patients' experiences at Dorset County Hospital Trust A&E were not affected last year despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, a survey suggests.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
NHS Dorset launch booster vaccine programme
NHS Dorset has begun its Covid-19 booster vaccine programme and has urged those who are eligible to ensure they get jabbed.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
October 1 deadline to reapply to join new housing register
Citizens Advice is reminding people in Bridport and surrounding area that the deadline is fast approaching for anyone on the Dorset Council social housing waiting list to reapply to join the new housing register.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Ashton & Backwell United v Bridport: Team news and manager interview
BRIDPORT boss Rob Marquis fears being “marooned” at the bottom of the table should his Bees side lose at fellow strugglers Ashton & Backwell United on Saturday (3pm).

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:10:00 +0100
Portland United defend move for Troy Walbridge
ROB Marquis believes striker Troy Walbridge’s move to Portland United as a sideways move.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Travel Rule Change: Holiday deals from Bournemouth Airport starting at £125
There are a number of deals tourists can get from Bournemouth airport next month for those looking to get away.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:20:00 +0100
Bridport 15-51 Blandford: Blues defeated on opening day
BRIDPORT suffered a 51-15 defeat to Blandford on their long-awaited return to Tribute Dorset & Wilts One South action.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:30:00 +0100
Dawlish United 0-4 Lyme Regis: Brad Rowe bags brace
LYME Regis continued their upsurge in form with a comfortable 4-0 win at Dawlish United in the Devon & Exeter League Premier Division.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Disney+ announce new TV series and films coming in October
Here is the full list of new Disney+ content in October including TV shows, Disney originals, films and documentaries. 

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 14:29:25 +0100
Woman airlifted to hospital and two others injured following A35 crash
A PERSON has been airlifted to hospital after three people were injured in a crash on a busy Dorset route.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:52:04 +0100
Road to be closed overnight due to fallen tree in Beaminster
A ROAD has been closed due to a fallen tree.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:46:39 +0100
Covid: 362 cases recorded in Dorset in last 24 hours
A TOTAL of 362 new coronavirus cases have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24-hour period, according to the latest statistics.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 14:18:32 +0100
Motocross bikes stolen from barn in west Dorset
POLICE are appealing for information after burglars forced their way into a barn in west Dorset before stealing two motorcross bikes.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:02:54 +0100
Concern for welfare of woman with knife in Bridport
POLICE swooped on an area on Bridport this morning after reports of a woman with a knife.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:14:22 +0100
A35 traffic: Road closed following crash - live updates
The A35 is partially blocked due to a crash between Bridport and Dorchester today (Wednesday, September 29)

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 07:13:49 +0100
Sixth day of fuel shortages at Dorset petrol stations
Live updates as Dorset faces a sixth day of fuel shortages

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Letter : Thank you from Bridport Refugee Support Campaign
CAN I thank everyone who donated to our recent Crowdfunders for their generosity. We raised over £9,000 to help towards bringing a refugee family to settle in Bridport.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Inside Out organisers celebrate success of Earth artwork exhibition
ORGANISERS celebrated the success of a weekend exhibition in west Dorset which was out of this world.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:31:06 +0100
Dorset Police officer 'slept with alleged victim of domestic abuse'
A DORSET Police officer slept with an alleged victim of domestic abuse while investigating her ex-partner, a police disciplinary panel heard.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Fiver Fest returns to Bridport in October
TIME is running out for business owners to sign up to this year's Fiver Fest.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
HGV driver crisis labelled 'catastrophic failure' by Government as thousands across Dorset scramble for fuel
MOTORISTS continued to flock to fill their tanks across Dorset for a fifth day - as the transport secretary said Brexit has been a 'factor' in the current fuel crisis.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:10:00 +0100
'Sorry for distress' - Health chief at DCH responds to drop in referrals
THERE has been a drop in the number of appointments for patients with treatable conditions at Dorset County Hospital, figures show - with health bosses apologising for the 'inconvenience and distress' the pandemic has had on treatment.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The Veles Ensemble comes to Beaminster
MUSIC-lovers are invited to attend a classical concert by a string trio.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
More than 1.15 million Covid vaccines given across Dorset
MORE than 1.15 million Covid-19 jabs have been administered across Dorset to date.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Vision crisis in Dorset and across south west
EXPERTS warn the impact of the pandemic is a 'ticking timebomb' on eye health after new data reveals almost 19,000 people in Dorset are living with sight loss.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
5G RuralDorset scoops three awards at annual conference
A PROJECT aimed at exploring how next generation connectivity can benefit the people that live and work in rural areas picked up three awards at the Connected Britain conference.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:52:43 +0100
Great British Bake Off: How to shop Noel Fielding’s eclectic style
This week Fielding was seen wearing a Heart Hand Stripe shirt from Lazy Oaf.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:38:26 +0100
David Mitchell's Outsiders starts on Dave tonight - the line-up and what time it starts
Outsiders will see David Mitchell test the skills of six comedians as they camp together in the woods for a week.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 08:58:16 +0100
Martin Lewis top tips on how to get a £150 Amazon voucher for Christmas shopping
This is how you can get a £150 Amazon voucher or £264 of Nectar points

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 08:50:59 +0100
Great British Bake Off second episode – Who won star baker and who left the show?
Great British Bake Off returned for a second time this week with one baker winning the star baker accolade and another leaving the show.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 08:56:16 +0100
Sainsbury's scrap Double Up Nectar points loyalty scheme
Nectar is a loyalty scheme owned by Sainsbury’s, and can be use with other retailers such as Argos and ebay.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 00:10:00 +0100
'Predatory' woman groomed 'vulnerable' underage Dorset girl jailed
A CONTROLLING woman who ‘took advantage’ of a ‘vulnerable’ underage girl has been jailed for five years.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:26:00 +0100
Fifth day of queues at petrol stations as fuel crisis continues
5️⃣ Five days of queues at petrol stations across Dorset ⛽️ The latest with fuel stations from across the area 🚛 shortage of HGV drivers is seen to be the source of the fuel crisis 💷 Government urges people to continue buying petrol as ...

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:09:48 +0100
Covid: 248 cases recorded in Dorset in last 24 hours
A TOTAL of 248 new coronavirus cases have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24-hour period, according to the latest statistics.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
'Common sense ignored in order to facilitate new development'
THE draft access and movement study (Bridport News 9th September) reveals the fundamental problems of the ill-conceived Vearse Farm development.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Emergency services in Dorset provide fuel update as stations remain busy
EMERGENCY services in Dorset said they have a 'very healthy supply' of fuel - as motorists continue to flock to garages to fill their tanks amid fears of a shortage.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
In the Dock: west Dorset court listings
From court registers dated September 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:45:21 +0100
NHS issue warning to parents over hoax Covid vaccine letter targeting schools
NHS England medical director for Covid immunisation Dr Jonathan Leach took to Twitter to warn parents that the forms are fake.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 08:48:26 +0100
Weather forecast for thunderstorms across Dorset
AFTER a mostly clear morning, heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast across Dorset.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Bridport Boxing Club to host show at Freshwater Beach Holiday Park
FIGHT nights are returning to the Bridport area later this year for the first time since 2019.



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