Dorset

[ad_1] A TOTAL of 281 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in Dorset in the past 24 hours, according to the latest figures. The latest government figures show 281 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September …

[ad_1] A spellbinding show celebrating life and light paraded the streets of Weymouth last night – with a second installment of the spectacular show returning tonight. As night fell, the sound of the drums started in the Swannery parking lot as more than a thousand people gathered to watch the …

[ad_1] A SHOP employee was injured in the attempted theft of a Rolex watch which resulted in a car chase stretching from Bournemouth to Ringwood. Five men were arrested Thursday, September 23 after a high-speed chase resulted in a car crash outside Ringwood School. A Dorset Police spokesperson said: ‘Detectives …

[ad_1] Dorset Council has said it wishes to postpone the report on the proposals for improving the public domain of Custom House Quay until a future meeting of the West and South Sectors Planning Committee. This is in order to allow more time to reflect on the issues raised during …

[ad_1] GRANTS of up to £ 3,000 are available for grassroots groups working to build better communities across the county. The Wessex Water Foundation Community Fund was created through a partnership between the Dorset Community Foundation and Wessex Water to fund projects that bring people together to build stronger communities. …

[ad_1] BODYCOACH superstar Joe Wicks thanked an environmental activist for “saving his life” after his jet board broke and he got stuck on rocks in a spot of beauty. The Youtube sensation struggled yesterday during a visit to Lulworth with his wife, Rosie, to celebrate her 36th birthday. The couple …

[ad_1] CHANGES are underway at Weymouth Harbor as Dorset Council prepares to make permanent changes to the route of the road – but details of the new traffic arrangements have yet to be revealed. Starting Monday, October 4, the council’s highway crews will begin working along Custom House Quay as …

[ad_1] A MAN was airlifted to hospital following a serious accident on a coastal road outside Weymouth. Emergency services were called to report a collision involving a tractor and a motorcycle on the B3157 between Nottington Lane in Langton Herring and Rodden in Portesham at 10:10 am this morning (Tuesday …

[ad_1] A BAR in Weymouth town center, open for less than two years, has temporarily closed – while the venue manager has confirmed his departure. Hardy’s Hop House on St Thomas Street closed over the weekend due to an “incredible” staff shortage, according to tenant and outgoing manager Keith Foose. …

[ad_1] LOCALS, organizers and athletes hailed the success of Ironman Weymouth, who returned yesterday after a two-year absence, which gave the region a major economic boost. Over 1,500 athletes completed the 70.3 mile course which involved a 1.3 mile swim in the bay, a 56 mile bike ride through the …

[ad_1] Antiques found in the ground by members of the public in Northern Ireland have helped fill gaps in museum collections, a curator said. Some 24 objects have been shown to be treasures over the past 10 years, according to a response to the Freedom of Information Act. Under the …

[ad_1] New Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has launched a strong defense of the UK’s security pact with the US and Australia amid a growing diplomatic row with France. Ms Truss said the deal – which will see the UK and the US cooperate to develop a new fleet of nuclear-powered …

[ad_1] ROSS Kemp is looking for people from Dorset to take a new quiz. The Bridge of Lies, which will be hosted by the award-winning Bafta presenter, will air on BBC One in spring 2022. The 57-year-old calls out “fun and determined” people to apply for the new show. The …

[ad_1] A NUMBER of road closures and detours will be in place ahead of two festivals taking place on the same weekend in Dorset The Ironman bike course and Tankfest festivals are set to take place in Weymouth and Bovington on Sunday 19 September respectively and the Dorset Council has …

[ad_1] TWO MPs from Dorset were among a handful to vote against the Prime Minister’s bill on the health and social care tax, which will increase national insurance by 1.25 per cent for workers and employers. The new UK-wide tax will take effect from April 2022 and fund social care …

[ad_1] MERLEY Cobham Sports retained their perfect start with a 5-0 victory over previously undefeated Hamworthy Recreation in the Dorset Premier League. Cobham broke the blocks at Magna Road, scoring twice in the first four minutes thanks to Lee Wilkins and Josh Buck. Rec was stunned by Merley pushing forward …

[ad_1] ANOTHER phase in the development of the Silverlake luxury house on the site of a former Warmwell quarry on the outskirts of Crossways has been submitted for detailed planning clearance. The fifth phase, for 38 vacation homes in Shepperd’s View, includes boat shops, annex buildings, a gym and common …

[ad_1] The US secret service has published a series of “never seen” photos of the September 11 attacks before the 20th anniversary. Saturday September 11 will mark two decades since the world came to a standstill as terror of the September 11 attacks spread around the world. 19 men hijacked …

[ad_1] DORSET Business Angels (DBA) will host its first face-to-face pitch event since the start of the pandemic on the evening of Monday, October 4. The event will take place at the Bournemouth Carlton Hotel and entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to introduce themselves to potential investors with the aim …

[ad_1] DORSET Council is now announcing that it has secured full funding for the Weymouth Railway Station Improvement Project. In a statement this morning, the authority said that since the release of Cabinet documents for next week, funding has been found. “Since the Cabinet report was written the project has …

[ad_1] A JOINT operation saw rescuers descend the edge of a cliff after receiving reports of a woman in difficulty in the early hours of the morning. Coast Guard, Dorset Police and Air Ambulance Services all attended the scene at Hengistbury Head. A spokesperson for the Southbourne Coast Guard said: …

[ad_1] BERE Regis won six straight Dorset Funeral Plan Premier League victories with an 84-point victory over Broadstone at Bere Regis Rec. The victory also maintains Bere’s chances of finishing third in what would be the best ranking since his promotion in 2017. Their triumph was based on a solid …

[ad_1] Work on a controversial £ 4.5million new housing development in Southill in Weymouth will finally begin next month as bulldozers move in to demolish the former Marchesi House sheltered housing complex. The building, off Radipole Lane, is due to be demolished after its elderly residents move. It will be …

[ad_1] TWO events are planned later this year for plant and outdoor lovers. Mapperton House and Gardens near Beaminster will host the events this fall. The Mapperton Fall Plant Fair will take place on Sunday, September 19. One of the largest events of its kind in Dorset, the Plant Fair …

[ad_1] BLANDFORD United replaced manager Andy Savage with Josh Feirn. Former Godolphin Atlantic manager Savage has stepped down due to additional work commitments just two days ahead of the new Dorset Premier League season. Feirn will be assisted by Steve Smith and Ryan Park for the season, with Blandford United …

[ad_1] NOMINATIONS are now open for awards recognizing the extra effort of staff, teams and volunteers at a Dorset hospital. Dorset County Hospital (DCH) has opened nominations for its annual Going the Extra Mile (GEM) awards which aim to recognize and congratulate those who have gone beyond what is expected …

[ad_1] ALDI is creating 94 jobs in Dorset by Christmas. The supermarket is looking for people of all experience levels to fill positions in its county stores, with salaries of up to £ 47,000. This includes apprenticeships and part-time positions such as stock assistant and custodian to store manager. Jobs …

[ad_1] More than 450 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset in the past 24 hours, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 476 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 5. …

[ad_1] THE FORMER CEO and businessman of a charity, Tom Flood, is the president-elect of the Dorset Community Foundation. Tom, who took the helm of The Conservation Volunteers over a 26-year career, got involved in the community foundation when he established a youth support fund in memory of his late …

[ad_1] People who have received both doses of a coronavirus vaccine are half as likely to be infected with Covid-19, a new study has found. Researchers behind the React trial, which tracked the disease throughout the pandemic, said that even though people with a double bite come into contact with …

[ad_1] ONE of the world’s largest and newest cruise ships has entered Weymouth Bay as thousands of passengers on board enjoy a staycation cruise. Iona, operated by P&O Cruises, is undertaking a number of cruises across the UK as the cruise industry picks up in the wake of the coronavirus …

[ad_1] A new variant of Covid-19 is under investigation in the UK – with 16 confirmed cases so far – Public Health England has announced. The variant, known as B.1.621, was named a variant under investigation on Wednesday. PHE is currently analyzing the new strain of the deadly virus responsible …

[ad_1] A DRIVER was found not guilty of causing death by reckless driving following an accident on the A35 in which a grandfather died. Fahd Baakza, 34, was driving a Nissan Micra when he drove to Bridport Picnic Area to find food on the evening of Wednesday, January 23, 2019. …

[ad_1] Deputy Chief Constable Scott Chilton has been named the preferred candidate for Chief Constable of Dorset Police. The decision was announced by Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick, but will be subject to a confirmation hearing by the Dorset Police and Crime Committee on August 12. If confirmed, he …

[ad_1] Weather trends could be the reason Dorset is enjoying a heatwave – as the county suffers an amber weather warning for ‘extreme heat’. Dorset and parts of the country have seen temperatures reaching as high as 20 degrees Celsius in recent days, with warm weather continuing throughout this week. …

[ad_1] SATURDAY was the second busiest day in the history of the South West Ambulance Service (SWASFT) as crews saw unprecedented levels of demand. Deputy Director of Operations William Lee urged people to only call 999 in a life-threatening emergency. He said, “Our people are working incredibly hard to meet …

[ad_1] National motorways experts need to consider the best route for a faster road connection to the south coast – Dorset being a potential candidate for this major improvement in infrastructure. As part of the government’s Road Investment Strategy (RIS2), Highways England will assess the current north-south connectivity between the …

[ad_1] Thai police on Sunday used tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons to disperse hundreds of anti-government protesters who staged a rally in Bangkok, despite coronavirus restrictions banning gatherings of more than five people. Protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha’s government, insisting the monarchy and military …

[ad_1] CHURCH-CHRIST 0 DORCHESTER Town claimed their first pre-season victory with a complete 5-0 victory over Christchurch at Avenue Stadium. Sam Bayston’s brace gave the Magpies control at the break before a magnificent move was finished with aplomb by Dylan Walker for 3-0. Sam Davidson added a fourth goal with …

[ad_1] JUDGES were welcomed to Weymouth to see colorful hanging baskets and flower arrangements as part of the city’s entry into the prestigious Britain in Bloom competition – and said it looked ‘beautiful’. Yesterday two judges were invited to walk around the town to judge the work of Weymouth BID, …

[ad_1] A LUXURY townhouse hotel in Dorset has won a nationally coveted award for going above and beyond. The Eastbury Hotel in Sherborne, with its original Georgian design, won the Gold Award from Visit England. READ MORE: The Portesham school is deemed “inadequate” by Ofsted This distinction rewards accommodation establishments …

[ad_1] The Zoning Appeal Board on Tuesday approved the construction of a modern three-story building in 34 Dorset Street, but on the condition that the BPDA designers work with the developer to add a sloping roof and maybe some dormers to make it look more like most of the other …

[ad_1] A Dorset-based care home has been acquired by operator Southey Care Dorset under a deal backed by corporate property advisor Christie & Co. Clarence House Nursing Home in Ferndown, Dorset is registered for 29 service users in the old age and dementia categories. The house has 27 bedrooms, the …

[ad_1] ALL LOUNGES and Cozy Club across the country will close early tomorrow to allow their staff to watch the Euro 2020 final. The two Loungers restaurant chains will close their restaurants in England at 7 p.m. on Sunday 11 July so staff don’t miss the historic game. After beating …

[ad_1] POLICE calls on football fans to make Sunday’s European final an “unforgettable evening for all the right reasons and not for regret” England face Italy at 8 p.m. on Sunday and pubs and venues are expected to be filled with people gathering in groups to watch the big game. …

[ad_1] The leader of the DORSET council’s Lib Dem group, Cllr Nick Ireland, has defended allegations that he violated the council’s code of conduct. He appeared at a County Hall panel hearing on Wednesday to respond to an allegation that his email to members of a planning committee, requesting the …

[ad_1] Go up to host the Jazz and Classics for Change concert LENOX – The mountain, the home of Edith Wharton, will host the concert Jazz and classics for a change with George Brooks and Utsav Lal on Sunday July 11 at 5:30 p.m. Saxophonist George Brooks and pianist Utsav …

[ad_1] Police launch search for ‘vulnerable’ seriously pregnant woman, 21, who disappeared from her home in Dorset five days ago Natalie Jensen was reported missing just before 6 p.m. on Wednesday June 30 She did not return home in Beaminster, Dorset and missed a number of appointments The 21-year-old is …

[ad_1] A ‘WONDERFUL’ cottage in Dorset could be yours for £ 150,000 when it goes under the hammer. The two-bedroom property, based on Church Street, Sturminster Newton, has been auctioned with a guide price of £ 150,000 by Whoobid. Whoobid says the semi-detached property is a “magnificent Category 2 listed …

[ad_1] A CUSTODY officer was punched in the head during a sentencing hearing at Weymouth Magistrates’ Court in which a man was given a prison term. The defendant in the case is helping police investigate the incident in courtroom 2 yesterday. Three officers questioned court staff after the incident Police …

[ad_1] A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for parts of Dorset ahead of expected thunderstorms tomorrow. The Met Office has issued the weather warning due to thunderstorms expected to hit eastern Dorset, covering Sturminster Newton, Gillingham and A354. The Met Office imposed the yellow weather warning starting at 6 …

[ad_1] A MARRIED couple who each served for more than two decades in the British Army have died together at a beauty spot in Purbeck in a suicide pact, an investigation has learned. Peter and Deborah McGuinness, who have been described as “devoted to each other”, were found dead in …

[ad_1] A WOMAN described the “frightening” moment when a river burst and flowed into her garden after heavy rains. It came after Dorset was hit by heavy rain on Monday evening. Anna Vining, a 41-year-old resident of Sturminster Newton, was inside her home when she heard “a loud cracking” after …

[ad_1] JACK Draper had Center Court on his feet by taking a set against Novak Djokovic before the defending champion fought back to reach the second round. Draper’s mother, 19, Nicki was educated in Dorchester at Casterbridge Girls’ School and grew up in Dorset before taking her first job in …

[ad_1] CHERRIES has told Jonathan Woodgate his contract at the club will not be renewed. The Daily Echo understands the former England center-half will not be offered any new terms, with his current deal set to expire on Wednesday. Woodgate initially arrived at the club as a first-team coach under …

[ad_1] DORSET Police have launched three new operations to improve domestic violence services across the county. The new services aim to o transform the way they respond to and support victims of domestic violence following an increase in reporting during nationwide closures. In Dorset there was a 25% increase in …

[ad_1] THIRTY pupils at a Dorset primary school are in isolation after a confirmed case of Covid. Thirty students and “some staff” at Upton Junior School in Poole are all in isolation after a case of Covid-19 is confirmed. A spokesperson for the school said: “We had a case of …

[ad_1] POLICE search for missing man from Weymouth holiday park renews a public appeal as concerns grow. Robert Hillier, 47, also known as Jamie, was reported missing from Haven Holiday Park in Preston Road at 8:43 p.m. on Saturday, June 19. There is currently a heavy police presence in the …

[ad_1] A ROUTE in a village in Dorset will be closed for resurfacing. A 1,220 meter stretch of Dewlish Road in Milborne Saint Andrew, from its junction for Dennets House outside Springfield, will be closed in both directions between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 24. A public …

[ad_1] A man from ROTHERWICK is accused of being the mastermind of an organized criminal group that attempted to blow up 14 ATMs in three counties. David “Paddy” Hughes is said to have been at the head of the group that “roamed” Hampshire at night and stole a range of …

[ad_1] OVER 965,000 Covid-19 jabs have been administered across Dorset to date. A total of 968,647 doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been distributed in Dorset, according to the latest NHS data. This incredible county-wide feat would have been impossible without all the medical staff and volunteers working tirelessly on …

[ad_1] FOUR MPs from the Daily Echo area were part of a large Tory rebellion against extending lockdown restrictions to four weeks. South Dorset MP Richard Drax, Poole MP Robert Syms, Christchurch MP Chris Chope and New Forest West MP Desmond Swayne all voted against the government yesterday. West Dorset …

[ad_1] A DORSET auctioneer has taken on a new role in international diplomacy after Ethiopia demanded the return of a Bible looted by the British over 150 years ago. Busby of Bridport was to auction tomorrow a bible and a set of horn goblets which were “illegally obtained” by British …

[ad_1] WEYMOUTH has signed forward Brad Ash from Chippenham Town. Pacy forward Ash, 25, joins the National League south team after scoring four goals in 14 games for the Bluebirds. In the 2019/2020 season, Ash has scored once in 11 starts for Hereford, making 20 appearances in total. Ash has …

[ad_1] Businesses today voiced disappointment as Prime Minister Boris Johnson delayed “Freedom Day” by at least four weeks. At a press conference last night, Mr Johnson revealed that the plan to lift all Covid restrictions on June 21 will be pushed back to July 19. The announcement means a number …

[ad_1] Boris Johnson faces a furious backlash from Tory MPs as he prepares to suspend the final lifting of coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England. The prime minister is expected to announce that the end of social distancing rules – which were slated for June 21 – will be delayed for …

[ad_1] It may be the hottest and sunniest weekend of the year so far, but the Met Office is forecasting thunderstorms for Dorset next week. Forecasters say some places in the yellow warning zone are likely to see thunderstorms from Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. to Friday morning at 6 …

[ad_1] OVER 940,000 jabs have been given across Dorset, according to the latest figures. Coronavirus rates in the county remained below the national and regional average with 40 to 50 new cases every day. The most recent government data shows that no deaths from the coronavirus have yet been reported …

[ad_1] DORSET is expected to bask in temperatures above 20 degrees this weekend as the country experiences a heat wave. The county has seen mixed weather throughout this week, but the Met Office forecast sun and warm weather in Dorset and the country this weekend. Residents and sun worshipers can …

[ad_1] There have been 49 new cases of coronavirus recorded in Dorset in the past 24 hours, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 49 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Friday June 11. In …

[ad_1] DORCHESTER captain James Dunham backed the defending champions to keep the winning train rolling ahead of a winless visit to Cattistock & Symene tomorrow (1pm). Dunham’s men lead the Dorset Funeral Plan Premier League by 16 points from Martinstown in second after successive wins. And with games against the …

[ad_1] Dorset Echo READERS can win a prize pack in a contest to celebrate Empathy Day LIVE! Empathy Day Live! returns for its fifth year today with a free digital program of events featuring some of the UK’s leading authors and illustrators including Michael Rosen, Cressida Cowell, Malorie Blackman, Michael …

[ad_1] A TOTAL of 40 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset in the past 24 hours, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 40 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 9, one …

[ad_1] DORSET, Vermont (June 7, 2021) – The Dorset Theater Festival will welcome its 43rd summer season with two celebrations designed for local youth and their families. First, the community is invited to join in celebrating the winners of this year’s 8th Annual Jean E. Miller Young Playwrights Competition with …

[ad_1] NEARLY 900,000 jabs have been given across Dorset, according to the latest figures. The number of coronavirus cases and deaths also remained low in Dorset throughout the past month. The most recent government data shows that no deaths from the coronavirus have yet been reported since May 3 in …

[ad_1] MORE than 20 cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 24 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Monday, June 7. In the Dorset Council area nine …

[ad_1] LESS than 20 cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 15 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 6. In the Dorset Council area, two …

[ad_1] The iconic Red Arrows will fly over Dorset as they take to the skies today (Saturday 5 June). The RAF Demonstration Team pilots will fly away from RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, after playing at the Midlands Air Festival, which takes place at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire this weekend. Agreement on …

[ad_1] A ROAD in Gillingham will be closed for three days for road works. A one-mile stretch of Bay Road, between the junctions of Shaftesbury Road and outside Stirling View, will be closed in both directions between Wednesday June 14 and Friday June 16. A public notice indicates that the …

[ad_1] POLICE are investigating after burglars broke into a church in Dorset. Officers investigating the heist, which took place in Gillingham, are calling for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. According to a police statement, it was discovered at 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 3 that entry had …

[ad_1] SHOCKING boxes and treats were delivered to “frontline heroes” by grateful nursing home residents and staff. Two residents of Castle View Care Home in Poundbury delivered baskets of treats to GP office staff to thank them for all the work they have done to keep people safe throughout the …

[ad_1] OUR beautiful county is loved by locals and visitors alike and today is very special as it is Dorset Day. The annual event celebrates the feast of Dorset’s patron saint, Saint Wite, whose relics can be found in the Church of St Candida and Holy Cross at Whitchurch Canonicorum. …

[ad_1] Fewer than 10 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show six people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 31. In the Dorset Council area, …

[ad_1] DORSET is expected to bask in temperatures above 20 degrees this holiday Monday (Monday May 31). The county has already seen a period of heat this weekend, with tourists flocking to Dorset to enjoy a stay or a day. The warm weather is expected to continue for another day, …

[ad_1] Officers looking for a missing Wareham woman are asking the public for help in trying to find her. Elke Jaeger, 61, was last seen at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday May 29 at her home in Nundico and by 3 p.m. she was in phone contact telling him she was …

[ad_1] More than 80 vehicles have been deliberately torched in Dorset and Wiltshire in a year, according to figures from the fire service. Over the course of a decade, the region’s fire teams have been called to more than 1,300 deliberate vehicle fires, 85 of which were last year. Arsonists …

[ad_1] A TOTAL of five new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset in the last 24-hour period, the figures show. The latest government figures show five people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 28. Four …

[ad_1] Nearly 50 arrests were made in Hampshire and Dorset during a week-long initiative to disrupt the counties’ drug operations. Over £ 60,000 worth of drugs have been recovered, as have stolen bikes worth over £ 12,000 and at least 10 guns. County lines describe organized criminal networks involved in …

[ad_1] ONLY two people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Dorset, according to the latest figures. The latest government figures show two new cases were recorded in Dorset in the last 24-hour period through Thursday 27 May. No new cases have been recorded in the Dorset Council area. As of …

[ad_1] A PENSIONER was arrested on suspicion of a fight after apparently ‘brandishing a knife’ against two people on a housing estate in Weymouth. Police were called on Tuesday after the man allegedly threatened people while in possession of a knife in the White Roughet housing estates on Barclay Road. …

[ad_1] More business units are planned at the Duchy of Cornwall’s Parkway Farm business site in Dorchester. The 21 units, between Middle Farm Way and the town bypass, could provide increased employment for the area, if agreed. It is from Jade-Aden Services Ltd, based at Holton Heath Trading Park in …

[ad_1] The final touch is being given to the highly anticipated new Burger King branch in Weymouth ahead of its opening this week. As previously reported, Burger King has confirmed plans to open a new restaurant after posting job postings online, including roles as a crew member, team leader, and …

[ad_1] Huge fire destroys £ 900,000 thatched 16th-century cottage in Dorset, as wannabes raise £ 2,000 to help family renting National Trust property A fire broke out in a 16th century thatched cottage in the village of Pamphill, Dorset Firefighters said the roof and first floor were completely destroyed The …

[ad_1] MORE rain showers are on their way to Dorset this week after the county was hit with wet weather this weekend. Dorset has seen rainy and windy weather in recent days, with further heavy rain showers on Sunday evening and overnight. The prolonged wet spell has left many wondering …

[ad_1] A YOUNG girl was taken to hospital after falling 10 feet on rocks and reportedly injuring her spine. Portland Coast Guard officers and Wyke Coast Guard rescue teams were called in to assist a child who had fallen near the Portland Bill Lighthouse at 1:16 p.m. yesterday afternoon. The …

[ad_1] A property in a rural Dorset village is set to come under hammer later this month for just £ 130,000. The two-bedroom property, based on Corfe Road in Stoborough near Wareham, has been auctioned for a indicative price of £ 130,000 by auctioneers McHugh and Co. The property brochure …

[ad_1] ANIMAL right protesters put up stickers at McDonald’s in Weymouth amid a day of nationwide blockade in the fast food chain. Animal Rebellion, sister organization of Extinction Rebellion, has blocked four of McDonald’s distribution centers, in a move that protectors say will impact around 1,300 restaurants. The group is …

[ad_1] Only two areas in Dorset have reported more than three active coronavirus cases, according to the latest figures. An interactive map, which uses data from Public Health England, shows how many people tested positive for the virus in each region of the county during the seven-day period through Sunday, …

[ad_1] A FAMILY is devastated after their business, which reopened only a month ago, was broken into. Thieves targeted the Snips Hair and Beauty Salon at St Michael’s Trading Estate in Bridport, throwing a brick out a window before grabbing two crates and a jar of raffle money. In addition …

[ad_1] LOCATIONS for Lateral Flow Device Covid testing in Dorset Council is changing. Free weekly LFD tests are available for Dorset Council residents, but some locations and operating times change for community testing sites. As of Monday, the Wimborne Town Football Club site is no longer available daily, but there …

[ad_1] The famous Japanese knotweed is known to be Britain’s most invasive plant and has just emerged from hibernation. Japanese knotweed has a bad reputation among horticulturalists and homeowners, as this incredibly invasive plant can damage property and land beyond recognition. The zombie-like plant can grow a whopping four inches …

[ad_1] A SPITEFUL wife who attacked her husband with her own cane after spending years intimidating him has avoided prison. Dennis Dowding, a retired college law director, suffered continued mental abuse while living with his annoying wife Valerie. The treatment he underwent led Mr Dowding to live in his own …

[ad_1] A Dorset brewery has found a sustainable solution for the beer it was unable to sell during the pandemic by using it to help generate electricity to power its utilities. Hall & Woodhouse used beer returned from its 180-person estate pubs in the south of England, which were forced …

[ad_1] DORCHESTER vice-captain Nick Roe has dismissed any suggestion of revenge on Poole Town during their Premier League Dorset Funeral Plan clash at Dorchester Rec tomorrow (1pm). Poole beat Dorchester by 43 points in the postponed Dorset T20 Cup final to the end of April and the two teams meet …

[ad_1] NO change at the top for Dorset Council – primary council roles are to all remain the same for another year. The annual board meeting, held Tuesday night, voted to return the entire Tory Cabinet – with Chairman Val Pothecary and Vice Chairman Mike Parkes. Cllr Spencer Flower, who …

[ad_1] Residents of DORSET are encouraged to participate in a County Cleanup Challenge. In June, Litter Free Dorset wants to give everyone the chance to improve their local area at a time that is convenient for them. This community campaign initiative is supported by Queen Mary University of London and …

[ad_1] APPLICATIONS are now open for a new fund for charitable and community projects that protect or enhance the environment. Wessex Water, in partnership with the Dorset Community Foundation, provides grants of up to £ 1,500 to projects involving Dorset communities in environmental activities that benefit the region, have a …

[ad_1] An open letter to Cllr David Walsh, holder of the Dorset Planning Council portfolio I am writing to you because I am increasingly concerned about the size and scope of the proposals contained in the Dorset Local Plan. It seems the plan contains many tired old ideas about solving …

[ad_1] GP PRACTICES in Dorset saw a sharp rise in activity in March, with tens of thousands more appointments recorded than the previous month. Doctors groups have warned that GPs could flex under the pressure of “unsustainable” workloads as they juggle a growing number of appointments with the deployment of …

[ad_1] CHRISTCHURCH City Council has shown its full support for the arts and music festival to be held in the city later this year. Event organizers Activate will host an Inside Out Dorset event on The Quomps on Christchurch Quay on Sunday, September 19 as part of the festival’s opening …