Ncuti Gatwa has shared what fans of the hugely popular BBC programme Doctor Who can expect from the upcoming series. Discussing the long-running sci-show, the Sex Education star told a Q&A that the first episode of the season "seemed mad" but
Police have seized a car from a driver with no insurance. Earlier today (Wednesday, May 1), officers from Weymouth Force Support Group seized Nissan Micra on its travels. Officers had reason to stop and speak with the driver – later finding
The Wyke Regis Women’s Institute is reflecting on a year of celebrations following their 100th anniversary. The groups very first meeting was held on May 29, 1923, just five years after the Great War ended. Having met in various locations in
WEYMOUTH have announced the extension of versatile centre-back Charlie Rowan’s deal for another season. Rowan has been an instant hit at the Bob Lucas Stadium after joining the club following his departure from Oxford City last summer. Rowan
Firefighters have tackled a chimney fire at a property in Dorset. The incident was reported yesterday (Tuesday, April 30) at 6.24pm that a chimney fire had broken out at a property near Tolpuddle, near Dorchester. Crews from Bere Regis Fire
A MANHUNT is ongoing after a shop in Weymouth was held up at knifepoint. On Friday, April 19 a masked man entered Maceys convenience store and newsagents on Abbotsbury Road and threatened a staff member at knifepoint, demanding money from the till
WEYMOUTH have confirmed the departures of four players following the 2023/24 season. Right-back Teddy Howe, midfielder Tyrique Clarke, winger Joel Rollinson and centre-back Anthony Cheshire all exit the Bob Lucas Stadium. Howe is arguably the
Thousands of mobile phones will become obsolete this year as the 3G data network is switched off. Mobile services in the UK currently use four different generations of technology, 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G. 3G networks were launched in 2003 and can
Thousands of households are set to receive up to £5,000 from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in missed back payments. A DWP error meant thousands of people did not receive the cash they were due because of a problem issuing payments.
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued across Dorset. The Met Office has put a yellow weather warning in place for thunderstorms from 8pm today until 8am on Thursday, May 2. Around 20 to 40mm of rain is widely expected
A two-vehicle crash has been reported off a roundabout towards Dorchester town centre causing traffic. The incident was reported around 9.37am today (Wednesday, May 1) of a crash on London Road by the Puddletown bypass roundabout between two vehicles
A main road in Dorset was partially blocked following a crash between a car and a lorry. The A35 was partially blocked following a crash between a car and a lorry on the westbound carriageway of the Puddletown bypass, at the turn-off to Troy Town
A man has been arrested after a huge haul of cannabis has been seized from a farm. Officers from the Weymouth and Bournemouth Force Support Group Teams assisted a Neighbourhood Enforcement Team in executing a series of warrants to search four
More than 10,000 people visited a brand new Dorset market. Around 200 artisan traders lined the streets of Dorchester selling their own food, drink, crafts, vintage clothing and items, plants and everything in between. The market is held from
A former Weymouth student turned model has returned to his former school to deliver an inspirational talk. Ex-Wey valley alumni Max Cocking is an international model, freelance editor, and writer who currently works as a creative editorial director
A PROBATE and trustee notice has been published for a woman who has passed away in the Weymouth area. It is for Patricia Joy Griffin of 20 Monmouth Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 5JR, who died on March 20, 2024. READ MORE: 'Probate notices for residents
The healing power of sport has helped former soldier Vicki Ross through some dark times, and she’s still fighting. Attacking and defending have always been vital to Vicki - whether as a Manchester City footballer, playing wheelchair rugby or the
Vaccination clinics have opened across Dorset with those eligible encouraged to protect themselves from Covid-19. In line with expert advice, people aged 75 and over by June 30, older adult care home residents and immunosuppressed people aged six
School children have been collecting and recycling plastic as part of a global environmental initiative. For this year’s Earth Day, Milborne St Andrew First School has been busy collecting plastics used at home as part of its ‘Milborne vs Plastic
ROAD re-surfacing works are to be done on a main road near a Dorset village. Part of the A352 near Cerne Abbas will be temporarily closed while carriageway surface dressing works are carried out over a distance of 4,970 metres. The closure
CONSTRUCTION work is finally underway at the 760-home development on the edge of Bridport - as campaigners continue to voice their concerns about the controversial scheme. A ceremony has taken place at Vearse Farm, now known as the Foundry Lea
RESIDENTS who fought against a proposal to build a bungalow home in the rear garden of a Dorchester house may have to fight again. The proposal for the development at 10 Manor Road was rejected by Dorset Council after many neighbours, and the town
A CARE home resident is determined to defy mobility struggles by embarking on a sponsored walk to raise money for a charity close to his heart. David Brown, 61, finds walking 'physically demanding' due to his condition - but is determined to complete
Dorset's motorists will have several road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. And two of them are expected to cause delays of between 10 minutes and half an hour. The latest expected works list, with notes from
PLANS to convert a Magna Housing office building into 18 flats have been welcomed by Dorchester town council. But resident living there could find themselves suffering from occasional helicopter noise. A field behind the Oak House building,
THE Liberal Democrats' leader returned to Dorset ahead of the local council elections on May 2. Sir Ed Davey visited Poole to talk to the Lib Dem candidates standing for the upcoming local election. Mr Davey said his party has a 'good chance
A new study has reported that people who are genetically predisposed to a shorter life could live up to five years longer if they followed a healthy lifestyle. Scientists explored how the odds of survival can be improved through a healthy lifestyle
A vulnerable 94-year-old woman had more than £100 stolen by a woman she considered a ‘trusted friend’, a court heard. Claire Raisbeck had been employed to offer care and support to Ann Young after she suffered a broken hip 10 years ago. Nicola
WEYMOUTH has been named the second best beach in the UK to visit this bank holiday - missing out on the top spot due to the cost of parking in the town. The beach, which was previously named the best in Britain by TripAdvisor in February and The
WEYMOUTH will only sign players that match with manager Mark Molesley’s desired traits, the Terras’ boss confirmed. After taking charge for the final five matches of the 2023/24 season, Molesley now has the chance to put his stamp on Weymouth’s
MASTER groundsman Malcolm Applin described as “quite a surprise” a decision to name a main home pitch after him. Mr Applin was honoured by Milborne Sports in Milborne St Andrew to commemorate more than two decades of service, celebrating his 90th
TOMORROW, Dorchester Rugby Club’s Gladiators will head off on their 26th tour to play a side from Dubrovnik, Croatia. Their travelling party taken from all three senior sides will head to the historic Adriatic coastal city, with a mix of youth
Drivers in the UK have been warned that they could be making a 'little known' mistake with their dash cams that is invalidating their car insurance. From protecting motorists from fraudulent claims to filming illegal driving behaviour, dash cams
Two Lyme Regis restaurants have come away with the top award at a prestigious ceremony last night. Tom's Lyme Regis and Lilac Restaurant and Wine Bar have both scooped the top gong in their respective categories at this year's Trencherman Awards
DOGS have been told to stay away from the main part of Weymouth Beach. From today dog walkers are banned from taking their pets onto the main sandy portion of Weymouth Beach between Greenhill Groyne to the dog exercise area. The ban will last
DORCHESTER Town manager Tom Killick has outlined his desire to keep left-back Ollie Haste at the Avenue Stadium for 2024/25. Haste, 20, missed only five games of the Pitching In Southern League Premier South campaign and has been an ever-present
A BUSINESS leader has said there is a 'huge demand' for indoor leisure in Weymouth following the closure of a virtual reality escape room. Player Ready Weymouth was due to close the business yesterday after opening on Maiden Street two years ago
A new streaming service that’s free for users has launched in the UK in collaboration with the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Freely is now available through the next generation of smart TVs and will let households access free-to-air channels
PORTLAND United skipper Josh Williams and new vice-captain Connor Callow have become the first players to commit to the club for the 2024/25 season. Williams played 41 times for the Blues last season, scoring three times, as the islanders narrowly
Supercars and urban mountain bike displays are on their way to a popular Dorset attraction. The displays will take the stage at The Tank Museum’s Track and Wheels event on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6, in Bovington. Set amongst the world’s finest
A garden in Weymouth will become a treasure trove of pre-owned books during the Bank Holiday to raise money for a local church. There will be a Bank Holiday Book Sale at 11 Randall Close in Chickerell, Weymouth on Monday, May 6. On sale will
A CHARITY has hailed a Weymouth singer who helped others while she was terminally ill. The British Liver Trust said Sheryl Lee, who passed away on April 22 aged 62, 'made the world a better place just by being in it'. Sheryl's selfless work
SHOCKING footage shows the moment a golf ball flew through the air and struck a supercar. The driver was left furious by the damage to his McLaren car, which retails at more than £200,000. At around 2pm on March 12, 2023, the driver, who spoke
A property site has revealed a surge in prices for Dorset seaside homes, with North Dorset seeing the highest rise in the area in the last four years. New market research from Zoopla has shown that across the UK, the number of houses for sale has
