Archive - Wednesday, 14 November 2018

Meet the Dorset MP taking on a new Brexit role
DORSET MP Michael Tomlinson has been appointed Parliamentary Private Secretary to Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab.
Letter: Beach as it should be now ludicrous dog restrictions lifted
Having just read David Taylor's letter I wholeheartedly agree about the ludicrous dog restrictions.
Dorset's dog wardens are still providing 'gold standard' animal welfare
Dog wardens across Dorset have won recognition from the RSPCA for the third year running for providing a 'gold standard' in animal welfare.
Football: Portland Town win inaugural Portland derby
THE first ever Portland derby bought about an action-packed 90 minutes that ended with Town taking the honours in a 5-3 victory in Division One of the Dorset League.
Football: Jamie Beasley's brace nails Hamworthy United
PORTLAND United eased to an impressive 3-0 victory over Hamworthy United at the Weyline Stadium to rise to third in the Sydenhams Wessex Premier Division standings.
Triathlon: BustinSkin aces in Team GB success
FOUR members of Weymouth-based triathlon squad BustinSkin have achieved eye-catching results during competition this season.
Short-mat Bowls: Dorset bowlers experience mixed fortunes
DORSET’S stars experienced mixed fortunes in their latest Inter County Championship games against Devon.
Marcia Butcher
BUTCHER Marcia 23.11.1942 - 14.11.2008 Ten years ago you left us. Forever in our hearts and minds. Tom, Darrin and Mark xxx
IVY PERRY
PERRY Ivy 1929 2018 Formerly of Weymouth Passed away peacefully on 31st October at D.C.H. Much loved wife of David, loving mother of Trevor and the late Angela & all their families. Her funeral will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on Wednesday…
JEAN GABB
GABB With Great Sadness we would like to announce that Jean Gabb (Nee Lymer) passed away 26th October 2018. Loving wife of the late Maurice Gabb, mother to Paul, Sharon and Jonathan and Late Naomi, Grandmother to Ben, James and Amber. Will greatly be…
STEPHEN FALEY
FALEY Stephen Robert Tragically taken on 16th October, aged 45 years. Beloved husband of Gill and devoted Dad of James and Kate; beloved son of Chris and the late Bob, and much loved brother of Joanne. His Funeral Service will be held on Monday 19th…
NANCY PRYDE
PRYDE Nancy (Agnes Russell) Peacefully aged 98 on 6 November at Weymouth Care Home. Service at Radipole United Reformed Church, Spa Road on Thursday 22 November at 1.30 pm. Family flowers only please, but if desired, donations for the Radipole Woodland…
Cabinet approves draft agreement on Brexit
Theresa May's Cabinet has given its blessing to a draft agreement on the terms for Britain's withdrawal from the European Union, as well as an outline political declaration on the future relationship.
Pub raises thousands of pounds for The Poppy Appeal with tremendous effort
A pub in Weymouth raised nearly £3,000 for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.
Heat-seeking drones and dogs used at Poole Port to detect migrants who are 'changing their tactics'
POLICE are using heat-seeking drones and dogs at Poole port to detect illegal migrants who are 'changing their tactics', a new report has revealed.
Letter: Two minutes silence marred by cacophony of barking dogs
The two minute silence at Weymouth Cenotaph was marred by a cacophony of barking dogs, which meant those of us remembering the loss of our loved ones were unable to concentrate our thoughts.
Updated: Concerns for woman at Weymouth harbour
A woman described as being in distress at the edge of Weymouth harbour triggered a rescue operation, the coastguard has said.
Brian Cox show will be out of this world
HAVING set two Guinness World Record titles with his previous sell-out live UK and Ireland tour, Professor Brian Cox, is heading back out on the road next year.
Magpies: Pitch not to blame says Dorchester's Trevor Senior
DORCHESTER Town assistant-manager Trevor Senior has denied the Magpies’ inconsistent home form is due to problems acclimatising to the new 3G pitch at the Clayson Stadium.
Cherished Christmas film to be brought to life by orchestra
LOVE Actually will be screened live at Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts on November 30 with a full orchestra performing its enchanting score, just in time for Christmas.
Charity keeps dancing as Strictly Ballroom returns
Strictly is coming to Dorset this December as Weldmar Hospicecare’s ‘Strictly Ballroom’ contest returns for its best year ever.
Beacons close out remembrance tributes on Armistice centenary
Remembrance memorials illuminated Dorset over the weekend as beacons were lit in a fitting final tribute to the centenary of Armistice Day
PCC: I struggle to say police can keep people safe, because I don't think they can
Police funding in Dorset is now over the cliff – with the Government to blame, according to the county's police and crime commissioner.
Dorset ambulance volunteers' bid for emergency lifting chairs
Volunteers in the South Western Ambulance Service need funding for new emergency lifting chairs.
The most important traits in a relationship, according to survey
Honesty, a good sense of humour and a caring attitude. These are the top qualities that people living in the South West look for in a partner, according to a new study.
Letter: I was misled about Brexit
I have been reflecting on the chaos surrounding Brexit and realised that it was because I was misled very badly two years ago.
Patriotic 'buy British' posters from 1930s to go up for auction
Patriotic posters dating back to the 1930s which urge shoppers to 'buy British' have emerged for sale.
13 pictures of mists, mellow fruitfulness and...storms
Autumn continues to be the focus for our Echo Camera Club members, and with Dorset at (arguably) its most beautiful at this time of year, who can blame them?
'Be proud of your local NHS': Praise from health boss after CQC inspections
People living in Dorset “should be proud of their local NHS” a health chief has said.
Railway passengers warned about upgrade work over festive period
SOUTH Western Railway passengers have been urged to plan ahead this festive period as Network Rail carry out upgrade work as part of a nationwide investment of more than £148 million.
Police commissioner says rural crime in Dorset is "massively underreported"
Calls have been made for people to report crime in the countryside so police can tackle the problem.
Fires led to deaths of seven people in Dorset and Wiltshire in one year
Fires claimed seven lives and led to more than more than 110 casualties in Dorset and Wiltshire over the last year, new figures show.
Crime will rise and officers will abandon force if financial crisis continues, police chief says
Dorset's top police officer has expressed fears crime will rise and officers will leave the force if mounting financial pressures continue.
Beat the Street finishes today - here's how many people have been playing
A game which has got children and their parents cycling, running and walking together will finish today.
Letter: Nurses were brilliant to me...and they don't get paid enough
I had a week in DCH. I would like to thank the nurses in there for looking after me so well.
Terras: Mark Molesley credits Weymouth for getting the job done
MARK Molesley admitted there was a bit of relief as the Weymouth boss saw his side edge out Street in a 1-0 win in their FA Trophy second qualifying round replay.
'Force for Good' to hand £1,500 boost to six good causes
Good causes in Dorset are saying 'hello, hello, hello' to a funding boost thanks to Police Mutual.

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Meet the Dorset MP taking on a new Brexit role

Letter: Beach as it should be now ludicrous dog restrictions lifted

Dorset's dog wardens are still providing 'gold standard' animal welfare

Football: Portland Town win inaugural Portland derby

Football: Jamie Beasley's brace nails Hamworthy United

Triathlon: BustinSkin aces in Team GB success

Short-mat Bowls: Dorset bowlers experience mixed fortunes

Marcia Butcher

IVY PERRY

JEAN GABB

STEPHEN FALEY

NANCY PRYDE

Cabinet approves draft agreement on Brexit

Pub raises thousands of pounds for The Poppy Appeal with tremendous effort

Heat-seeking drones and dogs used at Poole Port to detect migrants who are 'changing their tactics'

Letter: Two minutes silence marred by cacophony of barking dogs

Updated: Concerns for woman at Weymouth harbour

Brian Cox show will be out of this world

Magpies: Pitch not to blame says Dorchester's Trevor Senior

Cherished Christmas film to be brought to life by orchestra

Charity keeps dancing as Strictly Ballroom returns

Beacons close out remembrance tributes on Armistice centenary

PCC: I struggle to say police can keep people safe, because I don't think they can

Dorset ambulance volunteers' bid for emergency lifting chairs

The most important traits in a relationship, according to survey

Letter: I was misled about Brexit

Patriotic 'buy British' posters from 1930s to go up for auction

13 pictures of mists, mellow fruitfulness and...storms

'Be proud of your local NHS': Praise from health boss after CQC inspections

Railway passengers warned about upgrade work over festive period

Police commissioner says rural crime in Dorset is "massively underreported"

Fires led to deaths of seven people in Dorset and Wiltshire in one year

Crime will rise and officers will abandon force if financial crisis continues, police chief says

Beat the Street finishes today - here's how many people have been playing

Letter: Nurses were brilliant to me...and they don't get paid enough

Terras: Mark Molesley credits Weymouth for getting the job done

'Force for Good' to hand £1,500 boost to six good causes