Archive - Wednesday, 23 January 2019

Dorchester Corn Exchange is in need of a new roof, a new boiler and major redecoration
Running Dorchester’s Corn Exchange building is becoming an increasingly costly affair.
Police say falling crime statistics show their commitment to Weymouth and Portland
Weymouth and Portland police have released some "positive" statistics to show how the work they have done in the recent years has impacted crime in the area.
Coughs, colds and flu blamed as staff sickness rates rise at council
STAFF absence figures have increased at Dorset County Council – some because of winter coughs, colds and flu.
Netball: Gungho push on to sink Saints Security
Premier Division
Tennis: Grand opening for Dorchester's new artificial clay courts
DORCHESTER Tennis & Squash Club unveiled their new artificial clay tennis courts, with councillor Mary Penfold officially opening the facilities.
Letter: Why haven't health and safety risks of this development been highlighted?
I READ with interest your report that developers City and Country were pressing ahead with sealing the only realistic second access to the prison site.
Table Tennis: Doubles delight as YMCA triumph
YMCA emerged as 21-19 winners over Preston B in a very hard-fought and close Weymouth & District League Division One contest after they won the final leg of the doubles.
£3m needed for extension at Dorset History Centre - or it could run out of space
DORSET History Centre may need to find more than £3million for an extension – or face running out of storage space within two years.
Point-to-point: Monsieur Gibraltar leads Larkhill entries
THE Royal Artillery Hunt is set for Larkhill on Saturday.
Police and firefighters on scene after car flips onto roof
A car has overturned on the A35 between Bridport and Dorchester.
Letter: Paddy Ashdown's political legacy will be proper proportional representation
I CAN only concur with what Edward Morello the West Dorset Parliamentary Candidate for West Dorset has said about the sad passing of Paddy Ashdown (Follow his example – Dorset Echo, January 8).
Drivers warned of delays as roadworks scheduled for A37
Drivers are being warned of roadworks on the A37 this week.
Cancer services at Dorset County Hospital have been praised by patients
CANCER patients have praised the services they receive in the county.
These plans to invest £500k in a pub - and build 17 houses - have just been approved
BREWER Hall & Woodhouse has been given consent to proceed with plans to invest £500,000 into a pub and provide new housing for the local community.
Vengeful holidaymakers vandalise CCTV after airport parking staff lose their car keys
Holiday-makers wrecked CCTV equipment at an airport parking site after operators lost their car keys while they were away.
SIMON PASSONI
PASSONI Simon Passed away on 8th January 2019. Beloved son of Suzette and step-father John Baker, brother to Alan and David and the late Sandra. His funeral service will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on Tuesday 5th February at 12.15 pm. Family…
SARAH YOUNG
YOUNG Sarah Jane (nee Dawe) Passed away peacefully on 14th January at Gracewell of Weymouth. Loving wife of Keith, mother of Caroline and Rupert and beloved sister of Nichola. Her Funeral Service will be held at 12.15pm at Weymouth Crematorium on Friday…
Donald MINTERN
MINTERN Donald Albert Donald passed peacefully to rest on 13th. January 2019 aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Margot. Loving dad of Trudi and the late Linda and the late Gillian. A proud grandad and great-grandad. Dear step-father to Margot's family.…
John MILLER
MILLER John Henry 23.01.2005 Remembering with love, my dear twin brother John. You are and always will be dearly loved and so sadly missed. God bless dear John. We'll meet again, over the rainbow. Your loving sister Doreen xxx
Rita Sylvia Norbury
NORBURY Rita Sylvia Passed away suddenly but peacefully. Wife of George Norbury. Funeral at Weymouth Crematorium, Friday February 1st at 11:30. No flowers. Donations to Somerset & Dorset Air Ambulance c/o Grassby Funeral Service, Dorchester. 01305…
ELISABETH BLAKE-BUTLER
BLAKE-BUTLER Elisabeth Elisabeth's family would like to thank all who attended Elisabeth's funeral and for the many cards and words of sympathy. Thanks to Elisabeth's friends and institutions for participation and help in the difficult time. Special…
ERIC SMITH
SMITH Eric Peacefully at Castle View Nursing Home on 19th January 2019, aged 94 years. Much loved husband of the late Lea, dad of Stuart, Nigel and Adrian, father-in-law of Barbara and Carol Ann and grandad of Ralph, Edward, Hannah, Jonas and Finlay.…
LESLIE DUNK
DUNK Leslie Charles 'Ken' Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on 13th January 2019 aged 85 years. His funeral service will take place at Weymouth Crematorium on Wednesday 6th February 2019 at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please but…
Santander announces closure of Dorchester branch
Santander in Dorchester is one of the 140 branches being closed by the bank across the UK as it reshapes its branch network.
Gas leak next to Weymouth bypass investigated - footpath closed and traffic lights out
A gas leak next to a busy Weymouth road is being probed.
Power cables fall down on A35
The A35 was closed for several hours today after power cables fell down.
Warning for drivers after ice causes a day of mayhem on Dorset's roads
MULTIPLE crashes were reported across Dorset today as icy conditions caused mayhem.
Football: Dorchester trio in flying start to year
DORCHESTER Town’s Ability Counts teams began 2019 in style with all three sides starting the year unbeaten at Redlands.
Magpies: Steve Thompson explains absences of key Dorchester duo
DORCHESTER Town boss Steve Thompson has confirmed absences of striker Richard Gillespie and winger Tom Blair from the 0-0 draw at Chesham were due to precautionary reasons.
Talented young cellist in concert
YOUNG cellist Hannah McFarlane, accompanied by Howard Evans, will be performing a selection of light classical and popular music at the United Church, South Street, Dorchester on Sunday, January 27 from 3pm to 4pm.
Funeral director joins online support group dubbed 'Mumsnet for the middle aged'
AN ONLINE support group for those seeking advice and support for elderly parents has been given a boost.
Why Jonny Fluffypunk is on a mission to help rural pubs
SPOKEN word events with poet Jonny Fluffypunk can be enjoyed at rural pubs across Dorset courtesy of Artsreach.
Be wowed by the closest thing to Coldplay you'll see in Weymouth
A TRIBUTE to Coldplay is returning to Weymouth Pavilion.
'We have to accept that times have changed': Readers react to closure of School Street Plaza
At the weekend, the Dorset Echo reported that School Street Plaza - previously known as the Colwell Centre - had closed its doors for good amid .
Anger and shock as more than 100 council jobs could be slashed
NOTICES warning of more than a hundred possible redundancies have gone out to council staff in rural Dorset – angering union officials and Labour.
Award for Community Land Trust - and its affordable housing mission
A Dorset Community Land Trust and its development of affordable housing has earned it a prestigious award.
Man due in court over seafood supply charge
A man from Portland will go before Crown Court in connection with the alleged unlawful supply of Manila Clams.
Bed and Breakfast among the best in the world
A Dorset Bed and Breakfast is among those to be recognised at the 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for Hotels.
Luna the adopted cat wins purrrfect portrait prize
AS a special Christmas treat Dave Cumber Vets offered the chance of winning a personalised framed pet portrait to its customers.
Yours for £30k: This 217-year-old Richmond Gold Cup trophy is up for auction
A 217-year-old trophy awarded to the winner of a classic horse race of the age has emerged for sale for £30,000.
'No place for complacency' as new Dorset Council set to face financial challenges
SAVINGS, change and more challenges face council staff in the years to come – even once the new Dorset Council has started work in April.
'We need to put aside our differences and unite against racism'
A group is urging people to put aside their differences and unite against racism as it reignites a cultural movement born in the 70s.
Why it's Our Turn to help refugee children - 80 years on from Kindertransport
This month, Dorset Safe Passage is launching a new initiative for foster carers and supported lodgings across the county as part of the national "Our Turn" campaign.
Own a gym or other business? Here's what you need to know about TV licensing
With more than 20 gyms across Dorset expecting to welcome new members this month, TV Licensing is reminding fitness clubs owners to check if they are correctly licensed for the year ahead.
Five exciting challenges to raise funds for Julia's House in 2019
Julia’s House, the Dorset and Wiltshire children’s hospice charity, is inviting people to sign up to one of their Challenge fundraising events for 2019.
BARBARA MARY McGARRICK
McGARRICK Barbara Mary On 9th January 2019 at Dorset County Hospital, aged 92 years. Barbara died peacefully after a short illness. At her request there will be no funeral. She will be missed by family and friends
SHIRLEY MILVERTON
MILVERTON Shirley Sadly passed away on 15.01.19 aged 54 years young. Much loved Mum to Dione & Nicole, Mum-in-law to Barry, Nanny to Lexi, Esme & Bobby, Sister & Auntie. Funeral service will take place on 31.01.19 10.00am at Weymouth…
Budmouth College to join Portland academy under Aspirations Trust
A Weymouth school has announced it is to be taken over by a multi-academy trust.

22nd January 2019