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Coronavirus update April 12: Police crackdown on visitors

'We're closed': Police escort drivers out of Dorset and issue fines as they enforce lockdown rules

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People tipping off Crimestoppers about pubs opening, planned parties and second home use

Police seize suspected drugs while stopping drivers in Dorset

Camper vans and visitors from Kent, Sussex and Devon sent home by police

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Hedgehogs found crushed in fence rescued - as RSPCA launches appeal to support its teams saving animals

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What to do at home if you have a dental emergency

Coronavirus: Total positive tests in Dorset increases to 358

More buses now operating in the Weymouth area - here are the services that are running

B&Q reopens its stores online - how to shop there during lockdown

What to do if you have dry skin or eczema from washing your hands repeatedly

Letter: Mindless dog owners leaving bags where waste bins used to be

Pictures: Weymouth is ghost town during lockdown on what should be busy weekend

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Weldmar launches UK's first app to monitor patients at home

Payment holidays from banks on credit cards, loans and overdrafts - all you need to know

Full list of UK number one songs over the years - What was biggest song from you were born?

Phone repair shop launches delivery service to 'keep people's lives on track'

Online worship as churches remain shut for Easter - the first time in 800 years

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Pupils avoid disappointment of travelling abroad with virtual school trips

Letter: Help feed hungry children and end food poverty

ITV drama based on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? coughing scandal starts tomorrow

Nurse tackling coronavirus disturbed by neighbours having street parties and 'doing the conga'

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Coronavirus: Two further deaths in Dorset bringing total to 62

Woman given 'stern words' after appealing to be rescued twice in less than two weeks

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Car on fire after three-vehicle crash on A31

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Police urge people to stay at home after car crashes into tree

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Coronavirus vaccine 'could be available for all by September'

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Portland residents back home after cruise nightmare

Disinfecting food shopping after a supermarket trip - what the experts say to do

Police probe illegal shooting of birds

Two people seen spearfishing - but majority adhering to guidelines

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'It's given me the chance to focus on music': Lockdown has inspired singer to write debut single

Is a sore throat a symptom of coronavirus? Here are the signs to look out for

Housing association opens doors to rough sleepers during crisis

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These are the rules on sunbathing naked in your own garden

Longleat launches virtual safari to enjoy from home

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£65,000 for 8 loo rolls - why eBay had to crack down on the coronavirus vultures

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Stay at home and let the music come to you

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Easter walkers warned to respect countryside this weekend

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Don't forget to send us uplifting pictures from your home or your daily walk

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Virtual school making the most of coronavirus lockdown

Coronavirus: Total number of people testing positive in Dorset increases to 323

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Jodie Comer talks return of Killing Eve to our screens

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Vet tackles confusion over pets and coronavirus

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Dog walkers beware - adders are being spotted, and their bite can be fatal to pets

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The importance of positive thinking during lockdown

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Coronavirus: Total of 60 deaths in Dorset as another 866 die in England

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Police stop motorist who had travelled 100 miles to Weymouth because he 'felt like a drive'

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Airbnb suspends bookings after 'isolation breaks' are advertised

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Clap for Carers: Watch Dorset's amazing show of solidarity

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Iconic swans could be under threat due to lockdown

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Changes to Universal Credit make it easier to apply

Abuse during lockdown - it’s illegal for your partner to do these things

UK LOCKDOWN

When could the lockdown restrictions be lifted? Here's what you need to know

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Missing man found safe and well

Hospital unable to accept certain items due to infection risk - but here's what you can do to help

Great British spirit: Weymouth firm manufactures ventilator parts for NHS

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Letter: Cyclists should stay closer to home

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Thousands of fines handed to parents in past year as students miss school

£9.1m given to small businesses in coronavirus cash grants

Dorset services preparing for 'excess deaths' of coronavirus

Sport

Magpies: FA right to void season, insists Dorchester manager Leigh Robinson

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Football: Ed Bastick ‘exceptional’ for Portland, says boss Brendon King

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Football: FA Council ratifies decision to void Steps 3 to 7

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Sport

Football: National League reportedly advises clubs to vote in favour of ending season

Football: Portland 'disappointed to lose' blossoming left-back James Cox

Football: Lyme Regis boss Gerard Hitchcock to step down

Rugby: Dynamic Dorchester crowned league winners

Bees: 'It's football but life is more important' – Bridport's Kevin Leigh on club protests

Afloat: Castle Cove members turn to virtual game for sailing fix

Magpies: 'Mixed feelings' on league survival, says Dorchester's Leigh Robinson

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Terras: Mark Molesley hails 'selfless' Weymouth staff for 'great gesture'

Football: NHS staff to be given free tickets to Western League games

Football: Portland defence will be addressed after duo's exit, says boss Brendon King

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Terras: Weymouth will wait on league decision before addressing wages

Golf: Numerous English tournaments in postponement

Football: An 'honour' to play for Portland, says departing Ed Bastick

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Terras: Weymouth training under constant review, says Mark Molesley

FEATURE

Magpies: Tom Bath on the hunt for further goals

Swimming: Records tumble at Weymouth club championship

Racing: Dorset's Walk In The Mill second in Virtual Grand National

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National sport

Coronavirus wrap: Sir Kenny Dalglish out of hospital

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Football rumours from the media

Sir Kenny Dalglish released from hospital following coronavirus diagnosis

On This Day: Uri Geller attempts to heal David Beckham’s broken metatarsal

Picture of the day – April 12

5 cult heroes as former Norwich striker Grant Holt turns 39

Looking back at the news which rocked cricket – and James Taylor

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Nostalgia

US Navy submarine's departure from dockyard

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Photographers who touted for trade by the beach

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When a bull was cajoled from a grocery shop

Appeal to identify rugby players ahead of club's milestone anniversary

Kindness of American GIs

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Dorchester

Anger as The Range stays open despite coronavirus lockdown

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Hospital appeal raises more than £40k to support NHS staff during coronavirus pandemic

Diarists jump at the chance to record their coronavirus lockdown experiences

Thomas Hardy enthusiasts reach out to help those affected by coronavirus

Care home cleaners 'could be fined for going to work'

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On the front line: Intensive care doctor says the rule book has been torn up

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Pope celebrates joy of Easter amid sorrow of virus

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African wild cat kittens born at Devon zoo

US death toll overtakes Italy’s as Europe guards against Easter travel

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Life on the inside: 10 tips to avoid arguments during lockdown

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What the papers say – April 12

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Infected Antarctic cruise passengers return to Australia

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