Archive - Thursday, 24 January 2019

Need help with Universal Credit? Councils won't be offering advice from April
HELP and advice for local people claiming Universal Credit will be provided by the Citizens Advice Bureau rather than the local council from April.
Are you self-employed? Time's running out to complete your tax return
People in Dorset who are self-employed or run a small business are reminded they have just a week left to complete their Self Assessment tax returns and pay any tax owed.
Claims new beach access plans will 'channel unwary visitors' towards base of crumbling cliffs
UNWARY visitors to West Bay could find themselves ‘channelled’ to sit under the crumbling East Cliff – according to West Dorset councillor Robin Legg.
No deal Brexit would be 'devastating' for Dorset's economy, says business group
A BUSINESS group says the long-term economic impact of a ‘no deal’ Brexit on the South West would be devastating.
Letter: Dorset's Jurassic Coast is a perfect destination for the green holiday trend
THE Dorset coast and hinterland should grasp the opportunity offered by the demand for sustainable tourism which is set to grow rapidly.
Weymouth patients wait "up to 3 weeks" to see GP, according to this survey
Patients are reporting waiting times of up to three weeks at GP practises in Weymouth, amid news that Abbotsbury Road surgery is to close.
This one-off event will teach people with Type 2 diabetes how to manage their condition
PEOPLE living with Type 2 diabetes can learn how to manage their condition better at an awareness-raising event.
These two D-Day veterans have just been awarded France's highest honour
Two British veterans have been finally awarded the Légion d'Honneur, France’s highest order of military merit, with a little help from the North Dorset branch of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
Here's how the Tampon Tax is helping good causes in Dorset
Dorset Community Foundation, a local charitable foundation raising funds for those most in need has helped distribute part of £3.4 million from the Tampon Tax Fund for women and girls’ projects. Grants of between £5,000 - £10,000 totalling £36,500…
Letter: The threat of overdevelopment is real
MR CHRISTOPHER’S response of January 18 to my letter of January 14 is an excellent illustration of my point about the threat to Fordington from over-development of housing and the increase in speculative development proposals.
Magpies: Dorchester's Steve Thompson has goalkeeper dilemma
DORCHESTER Town boss Steve Thompson admits possessing two quality goalkeepers in Kingsley Latham and Nick Hutchings is giving the Magpies’ manager a selection headache.
Performers raise cash in memory of young cricketer
ACTORS in Bere Regis have raised £1,145.25 for a charity set up in memory of a talented young cricketer.
Have a chilled-out jazz in the bar Sunday with saxophonist Pete Canter
HEAR saxophonist Pete Canter play Latin jazz in Lyme Regis on Sunday, January 27.
Portraits show daughter's love for mother - and help a good cause
A SERIES of astonishing tapestries can be seen at Bridport Arts Centre until February 16.
Flamboyant Belgian musicians to bring energetic sounds to village
A VIBRANT and energetic band from Belgium is taking Dorset back to the 1780s.
Masters of Eastern Europe folk music tradition to play village hall
A BAND said to be Britain's best Balkan and Klezmer band will perform in Frampton, near Dorchester.
Triple bill of theatre courtesy of university graduates
A TRIPLE bill of shows is being put on at the Lyric Theatre in Bridport by Arts University Bournemouth graduates.
Go Ga Ga for tribute to rock greats
A LIVE concert experience paying tribute to the legend that is Queen is coming to Weymouth Pavilion on Saturday, February 9 at 7.30pm.
This fun run is a bright sight at night
Get your glow sticks, head torches and neon paint at the ready, a late-night fun run is set to light up Weymouth seafront this year for the first time ever.
Christmas raffle's £4,000 boost for 'vital' air ambulance service
KITCHENCRAFT of Weymouth has raised over £4,000 for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance over the past 12 years through holding their annual Christmas raffle.
Councillor column: People of Weymouth, be proud of yourselves!
The Dorset Echo has started a brand new weekly column, giving councillors the opportunity to talk about the issues they care about and what's great in their community. Here is a contribution from Cllr Ian Bruce who represents the Preston ward.
Weldmar Hospicecare struck by 'thieves' during 25th anniversary celebrations
Thieves struck at a Dorset charity during the week it marked its 25th birthday – causing more than £1,000 worth of damage.
These 'Dirty Devils' helped raise hundreds of pounds for a care home
Staff and volunteers at Buxton House recently took part in the Dirty Devil Stampede fun run in Bovington.
Savings from merging councils 'will be put into frontline services'
DORSET will be in a better financial position going into the future under the new Dorset Council.
Say thanks to your shining star with a Dorset Echo Care Award
THE Dorset Echo is delighted to celebrate the Dorset Echo Care Awards which are designed to recognise all individuals and businesses involved in care. Care is not limited to the elderly or the young, life can present challenges to us all and it is…
Plastic bottles, rope and fishing line...what clean-up team collected from beautiful Chesil Beach
Dedicated employees battled the winter coastal weather to collect a total of 30 bags of rubbish during a litter pick on Chesil Beach.
£50k boost for coastal flood protection scheme - thanks to council
DISTRICT chiefs have awarding £50,000 towards an initiative to protect Swanage seafront from coastal flooding.
If you want to save money on your energy bill you need to be at this event
Residents who want to save money on their energy bills are being given a helping hand.
11 pictures of feathered critters and moody skies
Here's the latest collection of fabulous photos from our lovely Echo Camera Club members - and, if it's been too cold to spend much time outdoors recently, then a perusal through these will give you your fill of the great Dorset countryside.
Nothe Fort wins £50k for this exciting new project
Staff and volunteers are celebrating their good 'fort'-une with the news that a £50,000 cash boost has been awarded to Weymouth's Nothe Fort.
500 homes, a school and a sports centre look set to be built here under major new plans
Plans are going on show for the next proposed phase of development at Chickerell – a huge scheme to include more than 500 homes and a school.
Terras: Chris Lewington reveals Jordan Seabright's role in Weymouth move
NEW Terras’ goalkeeper Chris Lewington revealed how former number one Jordan Seabright played a big role in the new stopper arriving at the Bob Lucas Stadium.
Paul Thorne
THORNE Paul Edwin It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Paul aged 62 years. Paul may be best known from his footballing days where he played for both Bridport and Dorchester Town FC. Having spent 47 years at the Dorset Cake Company…
CLIVE HAYWARD
HAYWARD Clive Passed away suddenly at Poole Hospital on 9th January, aged 81 years. He will be forever loved and deeply missed by all his family and friends, his brother Norman, Steph and their children Georgie and Charlie with Emma, and his…
CELIA HOSKINS
HOSKINS Celia Died with dignity and in peace on the 12th January at Dorset County Hospital aged 95, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral service to be held on Friday 8th February, St Mary's Church Chickerell at 11.30am, followed by a private…
DOREEN VICKERY
VICKERY Doreen Mary Passed away peacefully at Bridport Community Hospital on 15th January 2019 aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late Stan, loving mum to Leonard and Sandra, mother-in-law to Stuart and very much loved Nan. Doreen will be sadly…

23rd January 2019