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21/09/2024

There are so many poor people in this situation 😢

AN idea to pay relatives to provide care in Dorset seems unlikely to get off the ground.

21/09/2024

“If you are in possession of a knife in public, you are considered a risk to others"

Rebecca Wilson has appeared in the magistrates court to plead guilty to possessing a knife blade/sharp pointed article in a public place in Bridport…

21/09/2024

It's a lengthy closure and will affect journeys so plan ahead!

There is just over a week until a section of the coast road closes in Portesham

21/09/2024

The A35 eastbound near Eype has reopened following the crash involving a car and a lorry.

The closure has caused very heavy traffic, which is expected to begin to ease now.

Read more: https://trib.al/VRKqGh1

21/09/2024

Walking on the beaches at Lyme Regis is what really helped inspire her

Kate Winter is the winner of the 2024 Klaus Flugge Prize for her picture book The Fossil Hunter, a true life story about Mary Anning

21/09/2024

Not more closures! 😰

National Highways has apologised for inconveniences caused as more night road works planned for the A35 are set to bring disruption to motorists

21/09/2024

Emergency services at the scene of a crash on the A35 involving a car and a lorry.

The road is closed eastbound between Miles Cross junction and the Crown Roundabout, with traffic queuing back to Morcombelake.

See our live updates here: https://trib.al/AhkcWPm

21/09/2024

Drivers are being advised to avoid the area.

See our live updates:

Major crash on the A35 at Eype

21/09/2024

Major crash on A35 near Eype ⚠️

21/09/2024

From sticks of rocks to fish and chips - what do you associate with the seaside?

An author will be giving a talk on objects associated with the British seaside experience

21/09/2024

A diversion will be in place ➡️

Multiple roads will be closed in West Bay on Wednesday, October 2 while electrical work is carried out by the National Grid

21/09/2024

It'd be so good to stay in one of these! 🏖️

These beachside homes in West Bay certainly look quaint - and one was even had a celebrity resident

21/09/2024

That's people power! 👏

There is new hope for the under threat Charmouth Youth Club following a meeting earlier this week

21/09/2024

Good morning!

Our picture of the day is of Charmouth Beach taken by Graeme Baines

20/09/2024

We're in for a wet weekend 🌩️🌦️☂️

Further weather warnings have been issued across Dorset, bringing potential disruption to the county

20/09/2024

Repairs will need to be carried out on the road

A WEIGHT restriction has been imposed upon a road in Lyme Regis.

20/09/2024

There will be a bar, axe throwing, darts and more!

Viking Village, Seal’s Cove family indoor adventure centre, on Shoe Lane at St Andrew’s Trading Estate, will be open to the public from Friday…

20/09/2024

The cleaners were left 'uncomfortable, alarmed and distressed', the court heard

A man repeatedly exposed himself 'in broad daylight' to the cleaners at his flat in Bridport

20/09/2024

Anyone with a claim should write before December 3

A public notice has been issued after the death of Alexander Ian Andrew-Shand of Park House Care Home, Park House, Martinstown, who died on July 7.

20/09/2024

Here's hoping there's a way to tackle this so the Splash goes ahead in the future

Water firm South West Water says it is ‘serious’ about tackling storm overflows after sewage in the sea led to a swimming event being cancelled

19/09/2024

We hope she is ok!

A woman has been seriously injured in a crash on the A35 near Kingston Pond in Dorchester.

19/09/2024

The RNLI is seeking a volunteer treasurer to organise vital fundraising

Brian Cursley is retiring after more 20 years as treasurer for the RNLI. Now the charity is seeking someone to take over the role.

19/09/2024

A person tried to remove the battery from a mobile phone causing it to explode.

A mobile phone battery exploded at a flat in South Annings, Burton Bradstock on Wednesday, September 18 at 11.13pm.

19/09/2024

Check before you travel as buses will be replacing trains for a week on the Bristol line

Great Western Railway services from Weymouth to Bristol will be affected by rail improvement work from September 22-29

19/09/2024

Crowds gathered at the café to celebrate Shirley's life ♥

Tributes have been paid to a much-loved ‘remarkable’ former co-owner of a café in Beaminster

19/09/2024

There looks like a lot to learn from these projects

Dorset’s Greener Homes are opening their doors for the fourth year across September.

19/09/2024

Good morning!

Our picture of the day was taken by Helen Fisher

18/09/2024

Traffic is slow in both directions between Bridport and Dorchester

Traffic is slow between Bridport and Dorchester on the A35 due to a broken down vehicle

18/09/2024

What an amazing sight! 🌕

Stargazers had the chance to catch a glimpse of a rare harvest supermoon in Dorset last night

18/09/2024

'We are deeply grateful' ❤️

'We are deeply grateful for the tremendous support we received and continue to receive during yesterday’s building fire'.

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Fireworks for carnival grand finale

A spectacular end to a brilliant Bridport Carnival week 🎉 Hope everyone had fun! 🎇

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And they’re off! Torchlight Bridport Carnival🔥

Bridport Carnival 2024

All our pictures from Bridport Carnival are here!📸 Congratulations to the winners of best float 🏆 Torchlight tonight! 🔥 PICTURES: bridportnews.co.uk/news/24525488.pictures-2024-bridport-carnival-procession-finale/

Bridport Round Table at Bridport Carnival

One of many fun floats at Bridport Carnival tonight! Nicely done, Bridport Round Table 🤠

Bridport Carnival royalty 2024

This year’s Bridport Carnival royalty ✨

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