Archive - Sunday, 21 July 2019

'A&E department will be first class': Residents welcome redevelopment plans for hospital site
Plans to redevelop the Dorset County Hospital site, including a multi-storey car park, have been mostly welcomed at a public consultation event.
Former pub could be demolished to make way for housing
The former New Inn at Littlemoor could be demolished with three properties built on the site.
Police stop car for its bald tyres...to find that driver had no insurance or MOT
Police stopped a car with completely bald tyres - to find that the driver also had no insurance or MOT.
“It was controversial before it was built": Resident calls for sale of South Walks House
South Walks House in Dorchester ought to be considered for sale – according to town resident Philip Jordan.
Dorset set to take three refugee children a year for the next ten years
Dorset is to take a minimum of three refugee children a year, for the next ten years – provided the Government continues to pay for the project.
Revealed: The cost of a hotel room in Weymouth compared to other resorts
WEYMOUTH is in the top 20 most expensive seaside resorts in the UK, according to a survey.
This is what happened when one of the country's best-loved actors came to Dorset town
A MUCH-loved actor paid a visit to a west Dorset theatre, sharing poetry and Tolkien readings, scenes from Shakespeare and fascinating anecdotes from a long-spanning career.
Watch: Basking shark makes close approach to Chesil Beach shore
A shark has been spotted swimming just off the coast of Chesil Beach.
Three new summer fireworks displays in store for Weymouth
Weymouth Town Council has announced three new fireworks displays on the seafront for this summer.
Three cattle stolen after being let out from field
Three cattle were stolen after they were let out from a field in North Dorset.
Here's a round-up of road closures you need to be aware of
Dorset Highways maintenance gangs are out in force across Dorset repairing damage to the roads.
Police appeal after Land Rover stolen
A Land Rover was stolen from a farm near Sherborne.
Letter: The facts on sea levels
John Ellwood writes about sea level rise, caused by global warming. He misquotes Prince Charles and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, so, perhaps, aiming to dismiss the reality of sea level rise?
Review: Brewers Arms is a rural pub with the wow factor
REVIEW
Column: Trump is risking world peace through his outrageous remarks
In the past week, we have been treated to another example of President Trump’s alarming brand of politics. ‘This time’, say his critics ‘the President really has gone too far’. But, of course, despite the fact that many Americans and many of…
Volunteers can look after park while socialising through new shed project
A NEW project has been launched at Swanage's Durlston Country Park.
Ambulance trust has become first to win this prestigious award
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust has been given a prestigious award.
Police issue warning after attempted TV licensing scam
Police have issued a warning following an attempted scam.
The best teaching job ever? Tutor wanted to travel the world with family on gap year
Is this the best teaching job in the world?
Voices: Sailing trips are a thrill
In years five and six at St George’s Primary School you get to go sailing at the Weymouth & Portland Sailing Academy. They have special instructors to guide you, and you get to go sailing for two days.
Voices: Pier jumpers are harming public perception of young people
Hurdling off pier is not a moral act
Vet column: Seeing rise in number of dogs with gastroenteritis
We seem to be seeing a lot of dogs with gastroenteritis at the moment – these are dogs that present with vomiting and diarrhoea.
Travel: Escape the crowds and visit relaxed Portugese town of Cascais
Close to Lisbon but far less crowded, this pleasant town is the ideal base for rest and relaxation, says Liz Ryan
Gallery: 11 incredible photos from Echo Camera Club members
Here are latest pictures from our talented Camera Club members.
Top musician to give organ recital in church
HEAR a world-class organist give a recital in west Dorset.

20th July 2019