It's been almost half a century since trains ran from Bridport, and the branch line from West Bay to Maiden Newton is now only a memory.

VICTIMS in Bridport were duped by a fraudster who promised them items for money including VIP tickets to watch Premier League matches, a court heard.

A 'BEACON of hope' is set to stay on display until next month.

GYM members looking to continue their workout plan can do so online, courtesy of a local leisure centre.

HANDMADE meals are returning to residents' door steps thanks to a Beaminster restaurant.

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The Government is taking decisive action against coronavirus; leaving no uncertainty that our exit out of this pandemic depends on reducing the virus right now.

DORSET Wildlife Trust is encouraging local people to support the wildlife and wild spaces.

A NEW survey about adults with social care needs is being launched this week.

More people in Dorset are identifying as British than before the EU referendum, figures suggest, while fewer say they are English.

The name of a young Bridport soldier killed in the First World War will live on in a new housing development being built in the town.

LATEST figures show 22 people have died with coronavirus in Dorset hospitals over the last 24 hour period - a major increase and a record for the county since the pandemic began.

I have no connection with the Chancery House development but was a Board member in the NHS, and since retirement advised a department of Social Services for several years, so claim some knowledge of the background.

​THE rollout of the coronavirus vaccines is under way across the UK, giving hope for a way out of the health crisis.

A DRINK driver has been jailed for two years for causing a horror crash which left a police officer with life-changing injuries.

A COUPLE are trekking 100 miles in memory of their loved ones who have died of cancer.

THE chief constable of Dorset Police has warned that officers will be moving to enforcement against those who breach Covid-19 regulations action more quickly.

MORE than 1,000 fines have been issued by Dorset Police to people breaching Covid regulations since March.

A WARNING has been issued for homeowners on what to do with their waste if someone in their household shows symptoms of Covid-19.

BOSSES at the UK's top companies have already made more money this week than the average worker in Dorset will all year, estimates show.

The body responsible for car tax and vehicle licensing has warned drivers to be on the lookout for new phishing scams this new year.

Tesco, Asda, Aldi and Waitrose are the latest to tighten their rules around shoppers wearing face coverings.

CARE HOME residents in Bridport have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

OVER 500 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in Dorset in the past 24 hours, latest data from the government has revealed.

COUNCIL tax in Dorset is set to rise next year - with households in band D properties expected to pay an extra £84.60 for the year.

ROADWORKS are due to go ahead in the coming weeks, with road closures and diversion routes in place.

NHS workers and teachers can continue to enjoy discounts off their weekly shop, courtesy of a national supermarket.

RESIDENTS are being presented with the opportunity to give blood at a local fitness centre.

THE number of people who have died with coronavirus in areas of Dorset has been revealed.

EIGHT more people have died in Dorset hospitals with coronavirus, latest figures show.

SIMILARLY to the first lockdown, people are now only allowed to leave their home once a day to exercise locally.

AN ORGANISATION that provides crucial support in search and rescue efforts across Dorset has been bolstered with two new vehicles to support its work.

BUSINESS faces a “prolonged” path to recovery after new data showed output and orders were falling before the latest lockdown.

During the pandemic it’s important you are aware of the scams doing the rounds to give you the best chance of keeping your personal details safe.

The chain coffee shop is currently only open for takeaway purposes, but customers can still get half price off their bill.

Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi has raised concerns of people not sticking to the coronavirus rules in supermarkets.

A LORRY driver has been freed after his foot was trapped under a one tonne bag of soil.

BRIDPORT'S garden glut stall is still able to go ahead despite new lockdown measures.

A COMMUNITY which provides support to people in crisis has been recognised for its efforts throughout the pandemic.

More than 800 people have tested positive for Covid-19 across Dorset in the last day.

I, AND several of my friends, feel it would be a good idea to have a collection box, with an informative sign, in every Covid vaccination centre and doctor’s surgery inviting donations, no matter how small, towards the cost of our vaccine.

GOVERNMENT "won't rule out" tougher restrictions as UK records highest number of Covid patients in hospital since the start of the pandemic.

THREE more people have died with coronavirus at the University Hospitals Dorset Trust, latest figures have confirmed.

AN ANIMAL welfare charity has called on local authorities to consider easing rules on where dogs can be exercised to help dog walkers comply with lockdown rules.