Archive - Friday, 19 April 2019

Letter: Action needed on postcode lottery for children's mental health funding
A disappointing postcode lottery in the amount spent by English regions on low level mental health services is highlighted in a recent report by the Children’s Commissioner.
Crash on Weymouth Way causing delays
Traffic is being disrupted by a crash on the A354 Weymouth Way.
Reports of car crash on country road
There were reports of a car crash on Newton Road near Yeovil this morning.
Letter: Something must be done to remedy problems of our town
I have been concerned with how we can remedy the problems of our town since the report which put us bottom in the average wages league.
Rugby: Surcouf's friendly returns on Dorchester fun day
WITH the league season finished the focus at Dorchester Rugby Club is on family fun with a Dorchester Select XV taking on a Surcouf Invitation XV today at 2.30pm.
Football: Portland hope to better form with Bashley clash
BRENDON King admits Portland United are preparing for their cup final day ahead of the Blues hosting Bashley in the Sydenhams Wessex Premier Division tomorrow (3pm).
Football: Dorchester Sports expect goals from Shaftesbury contest
DORCHESTER Sports’ boss Ashley James expects another goal-fest when his side entertains Shaftesbury Town Reserves at the Clayson Stadium in Dorset Premier League action tomorrow (3pm).
Magpies: 'Huge pressure' on Kings Langley, says Dorchester's Callum Brooks
DORCHESTER Town manager Callum Brooks has upped the ante ahead of the Magpies’ Evo-Stik Southern Premier South clash at Kings Langley tomorrow (3pm), insisting Lango are “under a huge amount of pressure”.
Football: Balti Sports aim to secure fourth with Westland win
BALTI Sports’ boss Marco Nott hopes his troops can secure a “vast improvement” ahead of their final game at Westland Sports in the Dorset Premier League tomorrow (3pm).
Terras: Weymouth gunning for title shot against Chesham
MARK Molesley called on the Weymouth fans to ‘get loud and get behind us’ as the Terras face an opportunity to claim the Evo-Stik Southern Premier South title at home against Chesham United on Saturday.
Column: Notre Dame has withstood much over the centuries - and it will be rebuilt
EASTER is upon us and what could be more symbolic than the news that Notre Dame will rise again from the ashes.
Claims new council powers to tackle begging a 'form of social cleansing'
Dorset Council has hit back over claims that local authorities are practising a “form of social cleansing” by acquiring the power to issue fines of up to £100 for rough sleeping, begging and loitering.
Have I Got News for Legend Paul Merton on his Weymouth-bound show
Veteran of the comedy scene Paul Merton tells Joanna Davis what to expect from his Impro Chums show, which is set to delight and entertain an audience in Weymouth next weekend.
Nine inspiring ideas for Easter entertainment
You're spoilt for choice with Easter events over the long weekend. Here's our round-up of the very best events.
Bumper gig guide for the Easter weekend
IT’S the start of a four-day weekend for many of us and as you may have noticed from the epic listings on this page, there’s a mega-shedload of music going on across south and west Dorset for your entertainment.
Celebrations all round at this independent music shop
HUNDREDS of music lovers and record collectors showed their support for a popular independent music store for Record Store Day.
How this holiday park is doing its bit to help the environment
A HOLIDAY park is investing in green technology with an aim to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Honouring the Anzacs with this memorial service on Weymouth seafront
A SERVICE of remembrance in recognition of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (Anzac) Day will take place on Weymouth seafront next week.
Pub evacuated after fire starts in skittle alley
A pub in Weymouth had to be evacuated due to a fire.
New artwork to brighten up Weymouth town centre
Two communities groups have come together to brighten up the Weymouth town centre.
Charity shares advice on how to care for a family member with dementia over Easter
A charity has shared advice on how to care for a family member with dementia over the Easter holiday.
How to make chocolate Easter egg nests
Crispy chocolate egg nest cakes are a perennial favourite at Easter.
Stranded seahorses are being washed up on beaches across Dorset
Wildlife experts are hoping to find an explanation as to why an unusual amount of stranded seahorses are being washed up on Dorset's beaches.
'Think before you call 999 this Easter weekend'
Emergency services are advising members of the public to think before calling 999 over the Easter weekend due to an expected increase in calls.
All you need to know about the opening of a new Men's Shed in Weymouth
Details have been finalised for the grand opening of the brand-new Men's Shed in Weymouth.
An Easter welcome for this adorable penguin chick
Easter celebrates new life – so it's fitting that Weymouth Sea Life Adventure has announced the arrival of a penguin chick.
'Sadness' after hospice targeted in early hours of the morning
Police are investigating after an attempted break-in at a hospice.
Woman arrested for being drunk and disorderly at Borough Gardens
A woman was arrested for being drunk and disorderly yesterday.
This iconic Weymouth statue has been restored to its former glory
Work to renovate an iconic feature of Weymouth's seafront has been completed.
Police officers carry out two raids as part of crackdown on drugs
Police officers are cracking down on drugs in Purbeck.
Inventor behind original digital photography to talk at business breakfast
Businesses will be given an insight into artificial intelligence by a renowned local inventor at an upcoming business breakfast.
LISA AND DARREN HINDLE AND BROWN
Lisa Hindle and Darren Brown Lillibeth Grace Hindle (Betsy) Born on 12/4/2019 weighing 8lb 7oz. A wonderful new and much loved addition to the family for your Brother Harry, Great grand parents Eve and Alan, Granddaughter to Karen and Andy, Also Uncle…
LESLIE BLAKE
BLAKE Leslie Alfred Albert Former Able Seaman at the Portland Dockyard, passed away peacefully at Dorset County Hospital on 8th April 2019, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of Marion, much loved dad to Maurice and brother to Peggy & Yvonne. Funeral…
Cruise liner that crashed into four yachts docks at Portland Port for refurbishment
A cruise liner belonging to Saga Cruises is being repaired in Portland Harbour after her final voyage.
Woman, 79, dies after crash involving lorry and car
An elderly woman has died following a crash involving a Waitrose lorry and a car on a main route in Dorset.
Here's when local pharmacies will be open over Easter weekend
Opening hours of pharmacies across Weymouth, Portland and Dorchester will change over the Easter weekend, with many closing on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.

18th April 2019