Archive - Friday, 22 February 2019

This remarkable fundraiser borne out of a tragedy is back - and organisers need your help
Lulu Covey would have celebrated her 30th birthday this year.
Letter: Businessman leaves behind a legacy to be admired
I was saddened to read and learn of the death of Clive Hayward, a person I respected and held in high esteem.
Brewer backs music festival in aid of children's cancer charity
A Dorset brewer has pledged to support a music festival that raises money for children fighting cancer.
End of the road as Dorchester's half marathon is cancelled
AFTER attracting 3,500 runners and raising more than £25,000 for local charities since 2017, this year's Dorchester Half Marathon has been cancelled.
Letter: By coming together as a community we can face challenges and recreate a prosperous town
With uncertainty over Brexit, upheaval around our local authorities and challenges on the High Street, coming together as a community has never been more important. I believe ideas, passion and mutual support are needed to overcome these obstacles.
Portland homes to light up the night as Window Wanderland returns
Portland homes will once again light up the night as a community art project returns to the isle.
Column: We should be tough on those who support terrorism - Shamima Begum is no exception
The case of Shamima Begum has sparked an interesting debate.
This festival is for those who love science and learning new things
An exciting new science event is coming to Dorchester.
People urged to share concerns and experiences about care
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is calling for people to speak up about their experiences of care.
Watch: Mysterious smelly item washes up on Weymouth beach
A mysterious item has washed up on Weymouth Beach close to Brunswick Terrace.
CHARLES THOMSON
THOMSON Charles (Jock) Passed peacefully to rest at Dorset County Hospital on 17th. February 2019 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Loving father of Janice. Treasured grandpa to Alan and Bobby and PalPal to his great-grandchildren.…
RITA SAUNDERS
SAUNDERS Rita Passed away peacefully on 8th February at Signature House, aged 88. Loving mum of Marie and Tony, mother-in-law to Eddie and Vanessa, devoted grandmother and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends.…
COLIN VALLANCE
VALLANCE Colin Victor Charles On the 15th February after a much prolonged malady Colin passed peacefully away at the Branksome Park Care Centre, Poole. He was a loved husband, father, grandfather and brother. Colin's funeral will be held at Weymouth…
FRED SWEENEY
SWEENEY Fred Passed suddenly to rest on 24th January 2019 aged 67 years. The funeral service for Fred will take place at Basingstoke Crematorium on Friday 22nd. March at 12.30. p.m. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to Abbott & Rees Funeral…
DOROTHY ALEXANDER
ALEXANDER Dorothy Hilda Former Mason and Chairman of the Ladies L.V.A. Hotelier, Licensee and business woman. Died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday 13th February 2019, only three days before her 95th birthday. A mother, grandmother and great…
JANICE THOMAS
THOMAS Janice Passed peacefully to rest at the Dorset County Hospital on 18th February 2019, aged 55 years. Loving mother of Debbie, Louise, Jamie and Daniel and special mum to Luke. Treasured granny of Chloe, Callum, Tayler, Frankie, Summer and…
KENNETH HANSFORD
HANSFORD Kenneth 'Ken' The funeral service for Ken will be held at Weymouth Crematorium on Monday 4th March at 3.15 pm. Family flowers only please but if desired, donations for 'Prostate Cancer UK' may be sent to Cotton & Son, Milton House, 1 Milton…
19-year-old man arrested in connection with Christmas Day assault
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent assault which happened on Christmas Day.
DAWN & MIKE BROOK
Dawn & Mike BROOK HAPPY GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY To my amazing parents/grandparents. We hope your day is as special as it was 50 years ago. You are truely the best parents a daughter could wish for. Thanks for everything. Love you loads Stacey,…
Crews of firefighters called to chimney fire at thatched cottage
Crews of firefighters were called to a thatched cottage in Acreman Street, Cerne Abbas following reports of a chimney fire.
Person airlifted to hospital in dramatic rescue after slipping on rocks
A PERSON was airlifted to hospital after slipping on rocks at Kimmeridge Bay.
Fog warning issued for parts of Dorset by the Met Office
A SEVERE weather warning of fog has been issued by the Met Office.
Football: Food for thought for Portland's Brendon King
BRENDON King admits that the 4-1 defeat at Team Solent on Monday gives him food for thought in terms of team selection, as his side prepares to travel to Andover New Street tomorrow in the Sydenhams Wessex Premier Division.
Football: Dorchester Sports eye top six end of season spot
DORCHESTER Sports boss Ashley James is aiming to finish sixth in the Dorset Premier League table, as his side prepare to host Swanage Town & Herston tomorrow (2pm).
Football: Balti Sports fear Hamworthy Recreation retaliation
BALTI Sports’ boss Marco Nott fears retaliation from leaders Hamworthy Recreation ahead of their Dorset Premier League tussle tomorrow (2pm).
Magpies: Dorchester Town wary of Swindon Supermarine attack
DORCHESTER Town assistant-manager Trevor Senior has named striker Conor McDonagh as a key threat ahead of the Magpies’ Evo-Stik Southern Premier South clash with Swindon Supermarine tomorrow (3pm).
Get Happy with some jazz in the bar
SOAK up some of the glamour of Hollywood with Jazz in the Bar at the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis on Sunday, February 24.
Terrier racing and shopping village at this weekend's point-to-point
AROUND 3,000 punters are expected to attend Dorset's annual Point-to-Point at Badbury Rings near Wimborne on Sunday, February 24.
Delve into the poetry of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes at LSi talk
ENJOY a free talk on the poetry of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes at the Bridport LSi on Tuesday, March 5 at 7pm.
Hear musicians from the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra in village
CELEBRATE spring with a delightful evening of trio music.
Our round-up of the seven best things to see and do this weekend
Half-term may be drawing to an end, but there's still plenty to see and do in the area this weekend. Here's our round-up of the best on offer.
It'll be triffic! Only Fools and Horses actor in new legal drama
ACTOR Denis Lill of Only Fools and Horses fame is set to appear in a meaty legal drama which arrives in Poole this month for a five night run.
GIG GUIDE: All the gigs you need to know about and Jumpin' Jimmy Thunder!
Jumpin’ Jimmy Thunder has been delighting (or frightening, depending on your point of view) punters in Weymouth and Portland for well over fifty years.
Shame on you: Campaigners cry as council vote against extra £5m for children's services
“Shame on you” - this was the call from campaigners and parents after members of the Shadow Council voted against extra funding for children’s services.
'Callous and unfair': Borough councillors hit out as super council budget is approved
Despite accusations that 'asset stripping' would leave Weymouth and Portland's most vulnerable at risk, the budget for the new super council has been approved.
Meet the 'mermaid princess' who helps to clean our beaches
Young visitors to Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park were delighted to meet 'The Little Mermaid' who came with an important message.
Comedian/magician Pete Firman on his biggest faux pas in performing and more...
Pete Firman, one of the UK’s most celebrated magicians and comedians, will bring his laugh-out-loud comedy and jaw-dropping magic to Bridport. Brian Donaldson finds out more.
New primary school and housing is planned for this town
A neighbourhood plan is being progressed for Blandford.
Meet the bus driver who's been named employee of the year
Dorset driver John Cartwright is celebrating after being named employee of the year by bus operator, Damory.
Terras: Weymouth to add fuel to their fire
MARK Molesley admits he will use anything he can to add fuel to their fire, as the Terras prepare to host Merthyr Town in the Evo-Stik Southern Premier South tomorrow (3pm).
In numbers: What the budget agreement means for you
Councillors voted on Wednesday to approve the budget for the new super council for the year ahead.
Pictures: Hero milkman raises alarm after car bursts into flames
A milkman has been praised after he raised the alarm when a car burst into flames and the fire spread to a neighbouring house.
Cars keyed in criminal damage spree
Criminal damage has been caused to vehicles in Kings Road in Sherborne.
Mediterranean restaurant to open at west Dorset farm in exciting new venture
A taste of the Mediterranean is coming to west Dorset.
Police cracking down on anti-social behaviour on seafront and in town centre
Police are continuing efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour in Weymouth town centre and on the seafront.
This country hotel could be in line for a two-storey extension
Planning chiefs are set to rule again on proposals to extend Purbeck's Kemps Country House hotel.
Local MPs react to party splits and new Independent Group
IT HAS been an historic week in British politics after eight Labour and three Conservative MPs left their parties to form the new Independent Group in Parliament.

21st February 2019