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70-year-old man dies and woman left fighting for life following serious crash between car and lorry

'We're making it safer': Huge effort to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour

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Prisoner launches pool balls in a sock through glass assaulting officer

Driver caught on his phone told police 'he'd just been bitten on the ear'

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Coastguards rescue dog which fell into crack in Portland cliff

'We want action': County pupils make voices heard in protest over climate change

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Restored to its former glory - this historic building is now up for a top award

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Husband's frantic rush to save tree carving from chop... 32 years after he etched it for his love

Portesham residents urge MP to take action over flooding in village

Passengers warned of rail replacement buses on the Weymouth-Waterloo line this weekend

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Three dogs and four cats looking for forever homes this week

12 pictures you won't believe were taken in Dorset

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Nine tips to avoid a break-down this half-term

Home care company going from strength to strength...and new premises

Letter: When it comes to politics, we're being led by donkeys

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Letter: Demand for child mental health services is increasing while funding is falling

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'Let's make our town plastic free' - students' plea at chamber business meeting

How these colleagues raised an incredible £5,000 to fight Alzheimer's

How counting the stars could help protect our skies

Your chance to tell us how you would run the country

Why the buzzword was community at this new bingo club

These talented young musicians are helping to promote good mental health

Could you be a champion and help improve diabetes care?

Hear this Elton-alike when he comes to town

Join a puppy's search for friendship in this fun-filled drama

Have a chuffing good time with Sam Kelly and friends

Voices: A letter to our MP - you must act on climate change

Man who was 'absolutely wasted' headbutted a stranger 'for no reason'

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Police called to crash at Asda in Weymouth

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Plea for government support as college faces chronic funding shortfall

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Countdown to Flying Scotsman's visit begins as excitement builds

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Emiliano Sala's funeral to be held on Saturday

Boy, 15, assaulted as almost 300 youths gatecrash party

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Watch: Underwater video of dolphin in Portland harbour

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Here's why these A-list actresses could be spotted in West Dorset soon

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Eerie photo of pylons in the mist as county shrouded in fog

Life of 'influential and inspirational' former music teacher to be celebrated

Letter: I'll leave my dog at home because of complaint about barking

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Letter: Think of Brexit like buying a house - we need a People's Vote

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Traffic light failure at junction in Weymouth

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800 people have a say on where dogs should be allowed to go

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Letter: Thanks to the guys in 4x4s who got me safely home in the snow

Businesses' concerns over 'lack of clarity' on Brexit - as event aims to prepare for impact

Dense fog may bring 'severe' travel disruption this morning

Column: Courage, hard work and ambition is the way forward for our island nation

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Your help is needed to protect these rare seabirds nesting on Chesil Beach

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Objectors 'not aware' of retirement flats planning meeting

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Tolpuddle Martyrs are stepping out of the history books in this augmented reality exhibition

There's still time to enter a contest to ride in this historic tank

How you could get FREE mains gas central heating

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What time and when flags will be raised to mark Commonwealth Day

How you can rediscover Lost Words in Thorncombe Woods

Huge success for jobs fair with 'vast array of opportunities'

Youngsters can qualify as junior safety inspectors this half-term

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Boyzone's poignant tribute to late bandmate on Dorset leg of farewell tour

Production on everything nautical set for island theatre

What are the secrets of Sooty's Magic Show? His TV pal Richard Cadell tells all

Six reasons to celebrate the weekend

GIG GUIDE: 80s rockers reform… Blondie tributes…James Taylor Quartet and more!

Here's what this pub will look like after a £500,000 refurbishment

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Drink-driver claims he failed breathalyser because he downed whiskey before test

Former Royal Marine battles back from coma to start new career

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One in 10 calls to police 'from someone suffering a mental health crisis'

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Teenager arrested after police support officers threatened with metal bar

Dangerous conditions and travel delays as freezing fog hits county

Thelma gets postcard from grandson... 15 years after he sent it

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Residents warned to be 'sheducated' with burglaries on the rise

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Letter: Revamping these shelters is a waste of time - just pull them down

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Letter: There are still some very negative ideas about homeless people

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Dorset must 'take control of its destiny' with creation of county-wide local plan

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Weymouth Library is set to get a facelift - and offer new services

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Sport

Speedway: Weymouth Wildcats sign James Laker as trio depart

Swimming: Dorchester's Phoebe Kelman-Johns tops tournament

Rugby: Simon Litster tells Seahorses to enjoy their rugby

Magpies: Staines Town an unknown for Dorchester

Terras: Weymouth aim to earn respect back at Casuals

Cricket: Martinstown set to return to nets

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Sport

Cricket: Super Seasiders regain top place

Table Tennis: Budmouth B show off their potential

Badminton: Alf Paul powers to top spot

Darts: Andrew McDermott tastes first defeat of the season

Football: Babysitting on the cards for Balti's Marco Nott

Football: 'Hardest spell' for Dorchester Sports boss Ashley James

Football: Portland United keen to react at AFC Portchester

Rugby: Dorchester A seek to return with win

Magpies: Steve Thompson 'lost it' with Dorchester players against Frome

Football: Roman Glass pitch could suit Bridport, says paddy Behan

Terras: Mark Molesley defends Weymouth keeper Tom McHale

Racing: Acey Milan opens account for Anthony Honeyball

Racing: Flu outbreak was a worry says Rilly Goschen

Afloat: Weymouth & Portland Cruising Association Members ready for new season

Magpies: Steve Thompson riled by woeful Dorchester

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Terras: Weymouth are chasing says Mark Molesley

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Netball: Belle Construction crowned champions as Cresta and Artifex promoted

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National sport

Leuluai and Robinson see Wigan improvement heading into World Club Challenge

Liverpool can soldier on without inspirational general Van Dijk – Hyypia

Zola urges Chelsea to stick together to put their season back on track

Manchester City face pitch-ed battle as Newport size up giant-killing

Allegri happy with Juventus form ahead of Champions League return

Coman doubtful for Liverpool clash after suffering ankle injury

We were sloppy, but we ground out the win, says Watford’s Deeney

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Nostalgia

The history of Weymouth's beach donkeys is being explored - and your memories are needed

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Five facts you may not know about the funfair that used to be at Westham Bridge

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Murder, smuggling and shipwrecked mariners: The grisly history of Weymouth's oldest pub

Beach was the perfect blank canvas

Snow dwarfs a man

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Dorchester

'Bring in proper street food vendors': What readers thought of falling income at Dorchester market

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REVIEW: Angela Barnes, Corn Exchange, Dorchester

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Town council could get bigger role in management of Dorchester markets

Fireplace store and 'family business' closing after 31 years

Road closures to be aware of as repairs continue

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National news

Cabinet minister warns of ‘adverse effect’ of no-deal Brexit

‘Nice bloke’ run down by own car in ‘mecca’ for thieves

Charities want new legislation to protect environment after Brexit

Candidates rush back to capital as Nigeria delays presidential election

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Shamima Begum: Islamic State runaway expresses fears over unborn child

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Police investigating report of shot fired in Belfast

Man in court charged with murdering three pensioners

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