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  • Wilson bags a brace as Magpies progress

    DORCHESTER TOWN 3 (Moss 46; Wilson 49, 68) ST ALBANS CITY 0 RICO Wilson netted twice as Dorchester Town progressed into the second round of the FA Trophy at the expense of St Albans City this afternoon. After a goalless and largely uninspiring

  • Workmanlike Weymouth gain three valuable points

    WEYMOUTH 2 (Byerley pen 51, Wolleaston 77) EVESHAM UNITED 0 WARREN Byerley netted his 15th goal in all competitions as Weymouth completed the double over Evesham United at the Bob Lucas Stadium. With the Robins also sitting

  • Figures for Dorset TV licence dodging

    LATEST statistics reveal that people are coming up with more ridiculous excuses than ever for not paying their TV licence. TV Licensing released the information in an effort to communicate that far-fetched excuses really won’t work.

  • It's the season of Carol Services - enjoy!

    Cerne Abbas DO you enjoy Carol Services? If yes, there are a few to be announced, starting with this year’s Carol Service in St. Mary’s Church. It takes place on Tuesday, December 21 this year and commences at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.

  • 500 trees planted at Poundbury

    DORSET Cereals staff were joined by Duchy of Cornwall representatives and volunteers as they braved the cold to plant 500 trees. Around 20 Poundbury residents worked with the Duchy of Cornwall and 60 Dorset Cereals workers to plant the trees for the

  • Puddletown villagers continue battle against housing plan

    PUDDLETOWN villagers have been putting forward their case again in their fight against a proposed housing development. A planning application for a 15-home development on land south of the village High Street was rejected in June after local

  • Dorchester soldier wins top photography award

    A DORCHESTER soldier has won a top award in an annual photography competition that shows Afghanistan through soldiers’ eyes. Corporal Gary Kendall, 35, took the title of Professional Photographer of the Year at the Army Photograph-ic Competition awards

  • Dorchester Town Council backs new parking restrictions

    TOWN councillors have backed plans for new parking restrictions in Dorchester. Members of the town council’s planning and environment committee expressed their support for restrictions in Edward Road and part of Coburg Road after hearing they had the

  • Dorset waste deal will save £2million

    A COUNTYWIDE waste collection partnership has been agreed for Dorset. All seven of the county’s authorities have signed up to the Dorset Waste Partnership (DWP), which aims to achieve savings of up to £2million a year by 2015/16. The partnership will

  • Dorset cuts: County schools set to pay for government policy

    SCHOOLS in Dorset could end up paying the price for the government’s pupil premium announced as part of the spending review. Education chiefs at Dorset County Council warn that the coalition government’s flagship £2.5billion policy, that aims to benefit

  • Dorset Echo Come Home for Christmas Campaign

    CHRISTMAS will be incomplete for some families because a loved one is missing. That’s why the Echo is making a special festive appeal for our readers to help find four West Dorset residents. We are appealing for fresh information on

  • Early bird chance for Larmer Tree Festival

    EARLY Bird tickets for the festival calendar’s best-kept secret are now on sale for a limited time only. Having celebrated its 20th year in 2010, the Larmer Tree Festival in North Dorset is set to once again showcase a vast spectrum of fantastic music

  • Mick Record's Weymouth Christmas lights display is back

    A CHRISTMAS lights fan is back with a sparkling display after a year off to look after his seriously ill wife. For the last 14 years, Mick Record, 68, has decorated his house in Symonds Close, Weymouth, with thousands of Christmas lights. The part-time

  • Mojo - whippet cross with playful nature

    I AM 14 weeks old. The staff think that I am a whippet cross. I was abandoned with my brother on a building site when I was only 10 weeks old. I am a sweet boy with a playful nature who loves people. Margaret Green Animal Rescue

  • Alfie - five-year-old cross

    I’M a five-year-old crossbreed. I have been castrated and I am up-to-date with all my vaccinations. I am a lovely boy but I am a bit nervous around men and I need to build my confidence. Rushton Dog Rescue: 0844 4778844

  • Charlie - seven-month-old collie cross

    I AM a seven-month-old collie crossbreed. I am good with children and brilliant with other dogs. I have been castrated and I am fully up to date with all my vaccinations. Rushton Dog Rescue: 0844 4778844

  • Critts' Trophy target

    NICK Crittenden sees no reason why Dorchester Town cannot enjoy a profitable run in the FA Trophy this season. The talented winger, who has been in red-hot form of late, held the trophy aloft with Yeovil Town back in 2002 and he fully expects

  • Charles is ready for Evesham

    SAM Charles has been passed fit to feature for Weymouth in this afternoon’s clash with Evesham United at the Bob Lucas Stadium (3pm). The ex-Portland United striker had been struggling with a hamstring problem but came through Thurs-day’s training session

  • Tizzard to deal his trump Card

    COLIN Tizzard is feeling the excitement as he prepares his star turn Cue Card for the step out of novice company in today's StanJames.com International Hurdle. Last season’s shock Champion Bumper winner has made a seamless transition to jumping obstacles

  • Biggest test for Terras Ladies

    WEYMOUTH Ladies face the biggest match of their short history tomorrow when they lock horns with Newquay in the first round proper of the FA Women’s Cup (1pm). The Terras, sponsored by WeySports, have upset all the odds to reach this stage

  • Brit out to tame the lions

    THE Britannia will be aiming to secure a semi-final berth in the Dorset County Cup this Sunday as they host Eurasat Lions. The Bournemouth outfit are likely to pose a stern test for the islanders and are enjoying a fine run of form having won

  • Dorset warriors one step from final

    DORSET – the 2009 national champions – are one step away from their second appearance in the final of the English Indoor BA under-25 double-rink final. Frank Gwatkin’s young warriors reached the semi-final of this season’s competition with a thumping

  • Princess Anne visits Weymouth Relief Road

    PRINCESS Anne took a trip down Weymouth’s new relief road as she looked forward to its opening next month. The Princess Royal was originally asked to officially open the new road but poor weather has meant that it will still be a month before

  • Christmas cheer with Eli at Holy Trinity CE Primary School

    I HAD a wonderful time when I visited Holy Trinity CE Primary School’s fayre, which was packed with people despite the cold weather. The Weymouth school’s hall had been beautifully decorated by the pupils and looked stunning. I especially liked the human

  • Aggie - four-year-old greyhound

    I AM a four-year-old greyhound who is very loving and affectionate. I would make a great family pet and I’m great with other dogs. I can’t wait to find some new owners and a forever home. Dorset Greyhound Rescue: 0844 4990428

  • Lottie - four-year-old greyhound

    LOTTIE here – I’m a very attractive four-year-old greyhound. I am good with other dogs and I would make an ideal pet. I could be the perfect addition to your family. Dorset Greyhound Rescue: 0844 4990428