"Make cannabis a Class A drug" - the message from Dorset's police and crime commissioner couldn't be clearer and nor could David Sidwick's passion for tackling drug crime in Dorset.

Residents from Burton Bradstock are being invited to take part in a drop-in session highlight the local authority's 'emergency response plan'.

Awards recognising the efforts of town traders will be launched next week.

Residents across Dorset are being encouraged to get checked for HIV after testing rates fell.

One of the main factors that cause stress and anxiety is down to work worries, lack of sleep and looming to-do lists.

AS DORSET Council prepare to discuss how they should deal with requests for 20mph speed zones, Bridport Town Council has share its ‘concern’ for the small print in the policy.

ONE OF the area’s most popular autumn events will be returning this year to light up the night sky.

THERE is a backlog of hundreds of cases at Dorset's only Crown Court, figures show.

Serial killer Peter Tobin has died after becoming unwell at the prison where he was serving three life sentences.

There are plenty of car-buying scams out there but one specific scam is tricking plenty of drivers.

An exhibition designed to bring artists out of their shell was attended by a Dorset MP.

How to see the Draconid meteor shower this weekend.

As people look for ways to cut down costs, here are ways you can cut your weekly food shop costs.

Dr Esho is the founder of the Esho Clinic, which has locations in London, Liverpool and Dubai, and has a host of celebrity clientele.

Every year we all wait patiently to find out what music we’ve been listening to for the past year.

This is how the popularity of the top ten boys and girls names in 2021 has changed since 1996

CAFÉ owners have said they are thrilled after being handed the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award for a second year running.

In another blow to Bridport, a popular town centre pub will also shut its doors this weekend.

A police investigation has concluded their investigation into the death of a white tailed sea eagle and concluded their is "insufficient evidence" to prove an offence.

THE red carpet was brought out for the premiere of a film set in a west Dorset village.

Police in Bridport have carried out their third drugs bust in the space of two weeks.

A BRIDPORT artist teamed up with a Take That star to create a piece we will 'Never Forget'.

FROM the beginning of October, dogs have been allowed to return to several beaches in Dorset after summer restrictions were lifted.

THE most popular baby names in Dorset have been revealed.

A CLUB for the visually impaired has restarted meetings after taking a break over the summer holidays.

One of the advert breaks in between Gogglebox on Friday, October 7 will have a specific theme around the cost of living crisis

Millions of Ehics are due to expire in the next 12 months, with more than 600,000 running out before the end of the year

A bakery - and Bridport institution - is to close amid rising costs.

All home burglaries in Dorset will be attended by a police office under new measures announced.

The Ammonite Health Partnership's Pound Piece site in Maiden Newton will be closed for two days due to electrical maintenance works.

The RSPCA has launched its annual Adoptober rehoming campaign aimed at encouraging prospective pet owners to consider giving a rescued animal a new home.

Bridport Brownie Sivatia Goligher visited London with her family to pay her respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II by laying a floral tribute.

An inspirational Bridport runner has completed the London Marathon on his way to raising money in memory of his father – after just one month’s training.

THOUSANDS of vehicles have been seized by Dorset Police since 2018 for not having insurance, new figures reveal.

Community projects supporting cost-of-living challenges, celebrating heritage and supporting mental health are encouraged to apply for council grants.

Tesco has unveiled a new price-lock commitment until 2023 as they aim to keep prices low during the cost-of-living crisis

BRIDPORT Gig Rowing Club have launched a supreme fundraising effort for a new boat.

PATIENTS have had their say on services at Dorset County Hospital.

Essential maintenance work has been completed at a railway station in Dorset.

THE ambulance service has warned that it is "very busy" across the county and have reminded residents to only ring 999 in life threatening emergencies.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to take simple steps to protect themselves from accidental fires and carbon monoxide poisoning as they look to keep warm and cut energy use this winter.

LYME Regis resume their Devon & Exeter League Premier Division campaign with a home clash against University of Exeter Seconds on Saturday (3pm).

THERE was no love lost as Bridport Tennis Club held its finals day, culminating a month of competition with six finals taking place on the day.

1990s boyband, Take That may start recording their ninth studio album next year, according to Owen, as the trio gears up for the Take That movie.

Bridport bakery Leakers is to close.

Police are investigating a heritage crime in West Dorset after the door of a 14th-century chapel was recently damaged.

Choreography Geography, performed by Bridport Youth Dance, was a spectacular site-specific performance, set against the backdrop of Eggardon Hill.

A spate of thefts including a Land Rover and a catalytic converter have prompted police to urge the public to be mindful of security.

West Dorset MP Chris Loder is a big supporter of Prime Minister Liz Truss whose close ally and Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng’s mini-budget caused the pound to collapse, mortgage offers to be withdrawn and the Bank of England to take the decision to...

Aldi is still looking to open up a new store in a town in Dorset.