Thousands of people across Dorset turned out for Remembrance services. Parades and services were held across the county from Lyme Regis to Bovington and beyond. Current and former servicemen and women, members of the clergy, cadets, scouts,
ODD DOWN 1 McGrane 49 BRIDPORT 0 A DEPLETED Bridport side fell to defeat against a clinical and defensively strong Odd Down side who nabbed a 1-0 win in the Toolstation Western Premier Division. Ash McGrane’s goal separated the two sides
Police were called to a goat 'on the loose'. Purbeck police officers said they found the animal safe and well in the Clouds Hill area yesterday evening, and are now looking to find its owner. Anyone who has lost a goat should contact police
Martin Lea enjoys the historic Cornish port of Charlestown I was just about to order the wine when the sound of gunfire shattered the harbourside calm. ‘Ah, that’ll be the pirates,’ exclaimed the waiter, clearly ruffled. ‘They do this most weekends
As vets we always advise that owners get their pets insured, there is nothing worse than having to make medical decisions based on finances rather than on what is best for the pet. Interestingly, one reaction I get a lot to the suggestion of insurance
Despite the dismal weather, our Echo Camera Club members have managed to capture some stunning scenes of Dorset shining in all its autumnal glory. Check out these 10 snaps showcasing the best of the wild world around us. Thanks to everyone
A RECENT and I believe, needless debate around the poppy has sprung up at Cambridge University, with some students asserting it as a symbol of militarism and a campaign against it began. I castigate this as utter insanity and a derision of not only
An imposing sculpture of a First World War soldier made in Dorset of scrap metal is now in his new home in Ireland. Known as The Haunting, the ghostly figure stands at more than six metres and is made from items including spanners, car jacks, brake
As any regular reader of this column will know, I have written on several occasions over the past few years about the coming unification of the County Council and a set of District Councils, including our own West Dorset District Council into a single
Campaigners have called on Dorset County Council to take in at least three refugee children each year. A deputation from the Safe Passage group made the plea 80 years on from the Kinder Transport which saw the UK take in 10,000 refugees fleeing
This stunning photograph of a misty morning at Dorset’s famous Corfe Castle is set to appear on five million National Trust member cards. The shot, by Dorset-based photographer Brian Terrey, will adorn the cards that will be issued to all National
As figures show that over half of people feel stress each month, Liz Connor finds out how relaxing more can help us physically and mentally. No matter how resilient we think we are, stress is something that can easily take its toll over time. From
Voices is the Dorset Echo's weekly youth page - written for young people by young people aged 10 to 18 from across the country. This week Billy asks whether young people are the cause of the majority of drink-driving incidents. Drink-driving
Six silent soldiers have been unveiled as a poignant tribute to those who died in the First World War. The soldiers stand at Harbour Green, West Bay, and honour the lives of the six local men who were killed in the Great War, which came to an end
Benefit caps have been imposed on dozens of families in south and west Dorset over the last year, new figures show. The vast majority of families capped had children, with housing charity Shelter warning that across the country households are being
County councillors have paid tributes to outgoing chief executive Debbie Ward who attended her last full council meeting at Dorchester. She is stepping down at the end of the month to be replaced by director for environment and economy, Mike Harries
As a resident, who was born in the town, I was talking to an elderly neighbour of mine. She is a 79-years-old good citizen of the town. Last week while in Weymouth she was looking for a bin in Maiden Street to stub out a cigarette. Unable
A school near Dorchester is calling on the community to help save its popular swimming pool. Broadmayne First School is one of the only schools in the area lucky enough to have a swimming pool, but it is now in desperate need of a £50,000 renovation
