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Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:24:42 +0100
Police appeal after elderly man goes missing from Marshwood
POLICE are appealing for help from the public to find an 'easily confused' elderly man who has gone missing from West Dorset.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:20:53 +0100
TV chef Gill Meller releases latest cookbook
A TV CHEF who lives near Lyme Regis has spoken of his love of the great outdoors, and the unpredictability of cooking over fire.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Bridport schoolgirl has lockdown poetry published
A BRIDPORT schoolgirl who was inspired to write a positive poem during the dark days of lockdown has had her work published in a poetry anthology.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:10:09 +0100
New food hygiene ratings for west Dorset businesses
New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to Dorset’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them all.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:55:16 +0100
Dorchester celebration to thank key workers across Dorset
A SUMMER celebration aims to thank key workers who kept the country running through the pandemic and are doing the same again in the cost-of-living crisis.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:57:21 +0100
Young people in Dorset have say on climate change
YOUNG people from across the county assembled for Dorset’s first Youth Climate Conference.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:26:35 +0100
Cost of living: 'Urgent' watchdog investigation into petrol prices launched
The competition watchdog has previously made Asda and Morrisons sell off a number of forecourts during private equity acquisitions.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Beaminster Town Council chair calls for calm after 'Samurai sword' attack and reported burglary
A COMMUNITY leader has urged for calm following reports of a burglary and another burglary involving a Samurai sword in a 'quiet' town in Dorset.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
'Praising impressive ambulance service in Bridport'
Our NHS ambulance service has had some bad press recently, but I would like to acknowledge the service I received, which was impressive.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:59:45 +0100
Pictures: Jubilee and jazz - Lyme Regis celebrations
It was jazz and jubilee in Lyme Regis as the Queen's 70 years on the throne was celebrated in style.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:34:59 +0100
Nine Covid patients at Dorset County Hospital
Dorset County Hospital Trust was caring for nine coronavirus patients in hospital as of Tuesday, figures show.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of Dorset households potentially eligible for tax rebates
More than 100,000 households in Dorset are potentially eligible for the council tax rebate, new figures show, as Chancellor Rishi Sunak provided more help amid the cost of living crisis.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Mystery donor funds new Dorset Cancer Care Foundation manager
A Dorset charity which gives financial assistance to local families struggling because of cancer has been able to appoint a manager, thanks to a mystery donor.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Police celebrates volunteers at special awards event
AFTER close to 28,000 duty hours carrying out 30 roles across numerous regional units, Dorset Police has honoured the contributions of its volunteers.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dangers of heatstroke as weather warms up
Summer may not have arrived with a bang, but the weather is starting to warm up – even if the sun is not yet blazing.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:59:20 +0100
Boris Johnson 'on probation' and could still be removed, says ex minister
The Conservative Party, Lord Duncan said, was “quite mercenary” when it comes to removing party leaders they deem to no longer be up to the job.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:38:25 +0100
Bank of England interest rates to hit 13 year high
Experts warn that any hesitation could help push the price of petrol higher for squeezed British drivers

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Dorset winners at VisitEngland Awards for Excellence
FOUR Dorset businesses and attractions - including West Bay Discovery Centre - have been praised as the best of the best in a national awards scheme celebrating excellence in the tourism industry.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
'What is MP's verdict on Partygate?'
I’m sure many local voters are wondering on which side of the fence our elected MP is sitting – has he consulted his electorate or does he hope his loyalty will be rewarded by the PM regardless now that he has seen the evidence?

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
UK's most expensive dog breeds revealed from Bull Dogs to Golden Retrievers - Full list
Your dog could cost your up almost £25,000 over its lifetime according to new research.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Vintage rally at West Bay
Vintage vehicles will make tracks for West Bay today and tomorrow as a rally returns following a two-year absence.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Open gardens at West Milton
West Milton is opening its gardens again this weekend – Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12 – from 2pm to 6pm.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Green Space Dark Skies geolight art display in Dorset AONB
Graduate engineers from Siemens have developed an innovative, geo-locating lighting system being used as part of an art project tonight.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Council Climate Strategy
DORSET Council is claiming success with the progress of their Climate and Ecological Emergency Strategy but admit more funding is likely to be required.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Dorset tide times today: Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis
HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Cost of living: price of petrol exceeds £100 per tank
The average cost of filling a typical family car with petrol has exceeded £100 for the first time.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Lyme Regis named number one destination to visit this summer
A SEASIDE town in Dorset has been named as the number one top trending destination to visit this summer.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 17:21:06 +0100
Dorset Police officer resigns after forming inappropriate relationship with domestic abuse victim
A POLICE officer has resigned after forming an inappropriate relationship with a domestic abuse victim - and admitted sending confidential information to people outside of the force.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:47:28 +0100
Appeal to find 'nervous and scared' dog last seen in West Bay
AN APPEAL has been launched in a bid to find a dog that has been missing for almost a week.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:48:00 +0100
Eype’s Mouth Country Hotel, near Bridport which was on market for £1.25m - has sold
A HOTEL in Dorset which was up for sale of £1.25million has sold.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
West Dorset’s finest in running for award
A HOST of local firms have made it to the finals of a prestigious award scheme celebrating small businesses.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:57:44 +0100
Lyme Crime talk from grandchild of double agent
The granddaughter of Soviet double agent Kim Philby will be speaking at west Dorset’s new crime and thriller festival.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Figures show more than 70 per cent of residents across south west want pay rise
A NEW study has revealed that more than 70 per cent of residents across the southwest region want a pay rise - due to the rise in cost of living.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
£1,000 up for grabs in new Bridport art competition
ARTISTS are in with a chance of winning £1,000 and the opportunity to display their work in a new competition which launches today.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:51:42 +0100
Met Office forecasts predict UK summer heatwave this weekend with 23C highs
Parts of the UK including the south and London can expect some warmer weather this weekend, according to the Met Office.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New eye-care service launched across Dorset
A COMMUNITY-BASED ophthalmology service has been awarded a three-year contract to provide community ophthalmology services across Dorset.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
More people across Dorset gave blood last year - compared to pre-pandemic levels
More people gave blood in Dorset last year than before the pandemic, new figures show, as the NHS pushes for more to register ahead of World Blood Donor Day.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service offering free safety visits
DORSET and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is offering free safety visits to residents.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 08:47:38 +0100
UK banks could fail safely as they leave ‘too big to fail’ era behind
According to a new report the UK’s biggest banks are no longer too big to fail and could continue to provide vital services even if they are going through a crisis.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:34:45 +0100
Britney Spears' ex-husband arrested for trying to crash singer's wedding
Spears married her long-time partner Sam Asghari at her home in Los Angeles yesterday

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Police crackdown on rogue drivers over Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend
WHILE Dorset residents were enjoying the Platinum Jubilee celebrations last weekend, traffic cops dealt with crashes, speeding, drug driving and more offences.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Pride Month 2022: Disney+ reveals new content coming to the platform
Disney+ has rounded up the content you can watch on the streaming platform to celebrate Pride Month this month.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Seal's Cove activity centre to open in Bridport
AN EXCITING new family entertainment business that is bringing dozen of new jobs to Bridport is about to open following huge investment which will total more than £1 million once the project is all completed.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:33:20 +0100
Long delays along the A35 Morcombelake due to Openreach repairs
A BUSY Dorset route is facing queuing traffic and long delays due to emergency repairs.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:52:11 +0100
Cost of living: fuel retailers could be named and shamed as petrol hits £2
It comes as experts have warned the price of petrol will hit £2 per litre this summer

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:47:07 +0100
What is the right to buy scheme as Boris Johnson plans extension?
Johnson will hope the pledges to assist individuals onto the property ladder will please rebel MPs and voters who are facing financial pressures.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset Council Organisational Support Revenue Fund £200,000
LOCAL voluntary and community organisations including Beaminster's Prout Bridge Project will share in a £200,000 windfall.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:10:00 +0100
Video showing fossil of dinosaur being prepared at Kimmeridge museum
A VIDEO documenting the fossil preparation of a dinosaur has been shared on YouTube.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:22:22 +0100
Bridport begin 2022/23 South West Peninsula Premier East season at Ivybridge
BRIDPORT will open their new South West Peninsula League Premier East campaign away to Ivybridge on Saturday, August 6.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:07:45 +0100
Bournemouth Airport: Job vacancies you can apply for now
Bournemouth Airport has a variety of jobs up for grabs, here's some of the vacancies you can apply for now.



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