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  • Girls lead the way in Dorchester Army course

    GIRLS are outgunning the boys when it comes to signing up for new Army courses. They are leading the way at Kingston Maurward College where two thirds of the applicants for the Army Preparation Course courses are female. Nichole Brookman, 17, from Weymouth

  • Measures to reduce Weymouth traffic 'not working'

    RESIDENTS and traders have hit back at highway chiefs who have claimed that traffic disruption in Weymouth has been reduced. Dorset County Council has said it has taken measures to ensure traffic is running more smoothly but many living in the town disagree

  • Can you home Digger?

    I AM a handsome Collie dog. I am around 18 months old and need a home where my owner is experienced in training. I have learnt quite a bit already and I am a quick learner. Woodlands Kennels 0844 4778851

  • Spike would make a great family pet

    I’M a three-year-old male greyhound. I’m a soppy boy who loves affection. I like nothing more than to be fussed and cuddled. I’ll make a great family pet. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428

  • 'Not all angels are in Heaven!'

    PLEASE may I take this opportunity to thank most sincerely the motorists who so kindly stopped to assist me when I tripped and fell in Goldcroft Road, Weymouth, on Sunday, June 13. I assure them that I am well again and send my warmest thanks. Not all

  • All the fun of the fair at Dorchester Carnival

    YOUNGSTERS enjoyed the thrills of the fair before Dorchester Carnival bursts into life today. Some 120 children from Wyvern and Westfield special schools in Weymouth were treated to an exclusive spin on the rides at Wynn’s fun fair.

  • Harry can't wait to find a home

    I AM a five-year-old male greyhound. I am a very calm and quiet but friendly boy and I will make a great companion. I can’t wait to find a new loving home. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428

  • Loving Lucy wants a new home

    I’M a four-year-old greyhound. I enjoy being around people and I love being the centre of attention. I would make an ideal family pet because I get on well with other dogs. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428

  • Council could manage facilities better

    As a first timer to Weymouth, I had a nine-hour journey from far flung Scotland by train for my stay in the town, from May 29 to June 5, when I had glorious weather with brilliant accommodation. In all other resorts and towns the TICs are on the main

  • Fears for future of Portland rescue helicopter

    THERE are new fears for the future of the Portland coastguard helicopter after plans for a new search-and-rescue project were suspended. The news comes just four months after coastguards celebrated a major deal that they said secured the future of the

  • Protesting against Charles Street plans

    I HAVE looked at the proposals set out for the Charles Street development and I find that I am in agreement with those who feel West Dorset District Council’s dictatorial approach to the matter to be complete unacceptable. With regard to the council’

  • Hugh Masekela provides real sound of South Africa

    PUT down your vuvuzelas, this is the real sound of South Africa. Hugh Masekela, who performed at the recent South African World Cup concert alongside Alicia Keys, Black Eyed Peas and Shakira, will be bringing his soaring and joyful trumpet sounds to

  • Bailey the dog is looking for a new home

    I AM a two-year-old Labrador cross. I am a very friendly boy who is good with children and other dogs. I need a confident owner to give me some more basic training. I will be neutered before I arrive at my new home. Rushton Dog Rescue 0844 4778844

  • Olympic benefits are a sham

    I, LIKE thousands of other motionless hair-tearing motorists, are fed up of hearing faceless bureaucrats tell me that this ill-thought out traffic jam is for my own good and future wealth. Although in my late 40s I have not got to the stage of short-term

  • Lady needs a new home

    I AM a three-year-old greyhound. I am a very quiet girl but I will make a nice family dog as I get on well with children and other pets. I can’t wait to find a new home. Dorset Greyhound Rescue 0844 4990428

  • Julien is voted top coach

    DORSET Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has crowned Weymouth Tennis Club’s Julien Lawes the best coach in the county at its annual award ceremony. The 24-year-old beat off competition from coaches at more than 40 other clubs in Dorset to win the accolade

  • Bartlett in talks with 'big-name' boss

    PHIL Bartlett expects to appoint a new team manager for the Weymouth Weyline Wildcats within a month and is locked in talks with “a big name in speedway”. The Cats’ chairman and current caretaker-team manager took his injury-hit charges to

  • Raj gets call for Dorset

    RAJ Naik will make his three-day debut for Dorset when they visit Shropshire tomorrow in Minor Counties Championship action (11am). The all-rounder has been in top form for Dorset Premier League leaders Parley this season and was recently described by

  • Luke praised but can't stop Cats falling

    PLYMOUTH DEVILS 54 WEYMOUTH WILDCATS 41 LUKE Chessell received the bulk of chairman and caretaker-team manager Phil Bartlett’s praise after the Weymouth Weyline Wildcats suffered their eighth defeat on the bounce in all competitions.