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Residents claim the coach park could lead to fatalities
29/07/2024

Residents claim the coach park could lead to fatalities

A DORSET councillor claims residents are ‘exasperated’ by a lack of action over a minibus and coach park off a busy dual carriageway on the…

The shops were targeted by immigration authorities
29/07/2024

The shops were targeted by immigration authorities

Two barbershops were raided by immigration officials – resulting in one arrest being made.

This is the scene on Portland this evening with a huge emergency services response at Wide Street. Story here https://bi...
29/07/2024

This is the scene on Portland this evening with a huge emergency services response at Wide Street. Story here https://bitly.cx/y0RDK

This goes to show how truly amazing people can be
29/07/2024

This goes to show how truly amazing people can be

Two heroic men helped to rescue a man who suffered a medical incident in the waters of Weymouth Beach

Avoid this area - and residents are urged to close windows and doors due to the smoke
29/07/2024

Avoid this area - and residents are urged to close windows and doors due to the smoke

Firefighters across Dorset are tackling a major heath fire. Crews have been alerted to a site near Winfrith this evening.

The tip has been called 'unsafe’
29/07/2024

The tip has been called 'unsafe’

STEPS at Weymouth’s tip are unlikely to be replaced anytime soon.

Who's popping out for the first fireworks display of the summer over Weymouth Beach this evening? 🎇Displays will take pl...
29/07/2024

Who's popping out for the first fireworks display of the summer over Weymouth Beach this evening? 🎇

Displays will take place each Monday, until August 26, from 9.30pm.

Send us your spectacular fireworks pictures from the night down below! 👇

The biggest public concern has been the risk of fire and a toxic plume
29/07/2024

The biggest public concern has been the risk of fire and a toxic plume

ONE of the world's biggest battery storage facilities has been approved for the outskirts of Weymouth. The site, at Chickerell, had led to…

Officers were out in rural areas targeting poachers
29/07/2024

Officers were out in rural areas targeting poachers

Officers from Dorset Police have been taking part in a national operation targeting poachers in in the county

See the full line-up of events for Weymouth Lifeboat Week
29/07/2024

See the full line-up of events for Weymouth Lifeboat Week

Despite the cancellation of a popular parachute display, there are still plenty of exciting events on the cards for Weymouth Lifeboat Week.

Something to be aware of if you're travelling today
29/07/2024

Something to be aware of if you're travelling today

South Western Railway passengers travelling towards Weymouth have been experiencing delays due to a line-side fire in Brockenhurst.

The air ambulance, coastguard helicopter and lifeboat teams all raced to rescue the diver
29/07/2024

The air ambulance, coastguard helicopter and lifeboat teams all raced to rescue the diver

A diver was airlifted to hospital after falling ill on a vessel off the coast of Weymouth.

The cinema will remain open but faces an uncertain future with the company still in administration
29/07/2024

The cinema will remain open but faces an uncertain future with the company still in administration

Cineworld in Weymouth will remain open until September at least

The air ambulance has landed in Weymouth
29/07/2024

The air ambulance has landed in Weymouth

The air ambulance circled around Weymouth before landing at The Marsh

29/07/2024

Do you know what to say to keep your child safe from s*xual abuse? Talk can help you start the conversation - without using any scary words or even mentioning s*x. https://trib.al/CFEgw3w

There are plenty of events for the kids to enjoy!
29/07/2024

There are plenty of events for the kids to enjoy!

Popular fun-day for kids returns for the summer holidays

Hail, lighting and torrential showers are to be expected! 🌩️🌩️🌩️
29/07/2024

Hail, lighting and torrential showers are to be expected! 🌩️🌩️🌩️

A weather warning has been issued for heavy showers and thunderstorms in Dorset from the Met Office

Seven protesters entered the South Terminal using suitcases to block departure gates
29/07/2024

Seven protesters entered the South Terminal using suitcases to block departure gates

Just Stop Oil supporters who blocked departure gates at Gatwick Airport have been arrested and are being removed, the airport has said.

This is so sad😭
29/07/2024

This is so sad😭

Walkers have described seeing around a dozen dead Conger Eels on a Dorset beach

Not good news for Dorset!
29/07/2024

Not good news for Dorset!

MEETING climate change targets in Dorset is likely to become increasingly difficult – according to a report reviewing progress so far.

This is good news!
29/07/2024

This is good news!

Officers searching for missing Weymouth teenager Jack Ellard are pleased to confirm he has been located

Thankfully the occupant was found safe and unharmed
29/07/2024

Thankfully the occupant was found safe and unharmed

Firefighters from Bere Regis and Blandford rushed to the scene of a flat fire in Blandford

This is a huge amount of ‘lost’ income!
29/07/2024

This is a huge amount of ‘lost’ income!

The report to Dorset councillors on the potential drop in income when comparing with 2023 makes the point that price is not the only factor which…

A brilliant event for Dorset!
29/07/2024

A brilliant event for Dorset!

Thousands turned out in the shining sun as colours filled the streets of Swanage at its annual carnival.

A guest performance from who👀
29/07/2024

A guest performance from who👀

There was plenty of excitement in the air for day three of Camp Bestival.

Another win for Weymouth!
28/07/2024

Another win for Weymouth!

Two Weymouth sites - Buckland Campsite and Rosewall Camping - have featured on Campsites.co.uk list of the 150 'outstanding' sites in the UK.

Beware of this parking scam!
28/07/2024

Beware of this parking scam!

People visiting Bournemouth and Poole are being warned over fake QR codes placed in car parks to trick customers into entering bank details on a…

The chef downed pints before crashing
28/07/2024

The chef downed pints before crashing

A chef who rode his motorcycle uninsured and after drinking three pints

According to the author, one Dorset town was the first to mark November 5 celebrations
28/07/2024

According to the author, one Dorset town was the first to mark November 5 celebrations

A new book sheds light on how a town in Dorset was among the first to use fireworks to celebrate Bonfire Night

For better, for worse.....🤨
28/07/2024

For better, for worse.....🤨

Here's a look at how the 2012 Olympics changed Weymouth and Portland

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Talk PANTS today

Do you know what to say to keep your child safe from sexual abuse? Talk #PANTS can help you start the conversation - without using any scary words or even mentioning sex. https://trib.al/CFEgw3w #NSPCC

Weymouth Food and Family Festival is officially underway at Lodmoor Country Park!!!

Steam train arrives in Weymouth The Dorset Coast Express steam train is arriving in Weymouth after leaving London at 8.45am this morning

The villages of Piddlehinton and Piddletrenthide faced off in a "Battle of the Piddles" tug-of-war competition at the weekend. The Hinton Heavers emerged victorious against the Trenthide Tuggers at the Piddlehinton Village Fete. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5hd78fke

LIVE: Union members parade through the village of Tolpuddle as part of the Procession in the Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival 2024

Protestors outside Portland Port
Protestors outside Portland Port

Two protests took place earlier today as asylum seekers protested outside the barge whilst local campaigners stood in solidarity outside the gates to Portland Port. They are all calling on the new government to speed up asylum claims. Campaigners called on Keir Starmer to "close the barge" Read more: https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/24452418.asylum-seekers-hold-protest-portland-barge/

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? 😍 The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/l78RsAT Here's a sneak peek at what the Young Reporter Scheme has to offer 👇

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LIVE: Election Results for South Dorset

Serious crash in Weymouth
Serious crash in Weymouth

People are being asked to avoid Weymouth Esplanade and the nearby area as emergency services remain at the scene after a car mounted pavement and crashed into a bar. They say ‘both the road and pavement are affected’. The air ambulance has landed on the beach.

The Armed Forces Weekend parade is happening NOW
The Armed Forces Weekend parade is happening NOW

This is the exciting moment that Bubba the rhea (flightless bird like a small emu) laid an egg at Farmer Palmer's. The egg is estimated to be around the size of ten chicken eggs. Rhea are non-maternal so Bubba immediately abandoned her egg to the father, who scooped it into his nest. Read more: https://trib.al/B2WQYwN

The Last Post was played earlier this morning outside County Hall in Dorchester during a flag ceremony to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Follow our live blog for reaction and more on today's events across the county. Link in comments.

What a lovely day for Wessex Folk Festival ☀️ 🎶 the harbourside is bustling and everyone is enjoying themselves - and Weymouth ❤️

This is the moment Hali finished her charity walk for the RNLI - She completed an incredible 280 miles in May🥳

This is the moment Hali completed her charity walk for the RNLI - She completed an incredible 280 miles in May🥳
This is the moment Hali completed her charity walk for the RNLI - She completed an incredible 280 miles in May🥳

This is the moment Hali completed her charity walk for the RNLI - She completed an incredible 280 miles in May🥳

Are you a budding journalist? Register to the Young Reporter Scheme
Are you a budding journalist? Register to the Young Reporter Scheme

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/C7AKiJY See what former Young Reporter students have to say about the scheme 👇

Childhood Day Move a Mile
Childhood Day Move a Mile

Heard of NSPCC #ChildhoodDay Mile? You can walk it, wheel it, or space hopper it - the possibilities are endless! On Friday 7 June, join the thousands of people moving a mile and raising money to help keep children safe. Sign up now 👉 https://trib.al/AkvNQA9

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