A MOTORIST reported himself to the police as he felt he was a ‘danger to public health’ by driving on the road over the limit, a court heard.

THERE isn't much James Radcliffe hasn't encountered during his time as a member of West Bay Coastguard Rescue Team.

UPLODERS Road will close next week as works are carried out.

A LOCAL transport group has thrown its support behind the campaign to establish a community railway in Bridport.

A LIFEBOAT crew and a coastguard helicopter came to the rescue of a man at sea off the coast of West Dorset.

Buzzers at the ready, the Rotary Club of Brit Valley is hosting its monthly virtual quiz this week.

A MOVE to increase the pay of those at the bottom of the salary scale at Dorset Council has been rejected – but may be looked at again.

Petrol could reach 143p per litre with diesel costing 148p per litre, the RAC said.

The Government is facing calls to compensate key workers who are suffering from the long-term effects of coronavirus.

Boris Johnson hinted at when the hospitality sector will reopen ahead of detailing plans to gradually ease lockdown.

Some of the largest brands in the UK including Tesco, Asos and HSBC use email pixels to monitor a person’s activity on their device.

A WOMAN got the shock of her life after a lorry crashed into the side of her home.

People are being warned to stay away from cliffs in west Dorset as the Jurassic Coast continues to crumble.

A MAN who caused a serious crash on the coast road near Burton Bradstock has been ordered to pay nearly £500 and had his driving licence endorsed.

NEW HARBOUR fees at the three harbours controlled by Dorset Council have been agreed – most going up by three per cent.

RNLI crews were called out after a flare was sighted at the coast this morning.

A NUMBER of flood alerts have been issued across Dorset, with more rain forecast for the county in the coming days.

SOME Dorset holiday businesses are continuing to operate – flouting Covid regulations, according to Dorset councillor Andrew Kerby.

OVER 140 coronavirus cases were confirmed across Dorset in the last 24 hours, latest figures show.

ONE more coronavirus death has been recorded at a Dorset hospital over the latest 24 hour period, official figures show.

Hotspots like Cornwall have already seen a surge in interest, with many looking at camping and caravan breaks.

BRIDPORT Medical Centre is preparing to move on to the next phase in its vaccination programme.

Dorset is still one of the country's hot spots for treasure finds, with hundreds of discoveries made in 2019.

Plastic Free Bridport is inviting residents to learn 'The Story of Plastic' over the coming days.

THE speed and efficiency of our vaccine rollout is a source of national pride and the progress that Bridport Medical Centre has made is one of local pride.

IN THE first of a series of Bridport Rugby Club profiles, Blues’ captain Andrew Livingston talks to president Peter Brook about his connection to the club.

BRIDPORT assistant-manager Rob Marquis has described the Bees’ current crop of goalkeepers as “very talented”.

NHS chiefs have set out four key tests that they believe must be passed before Boris Johnson should consider easing lockdown restrictions in England.

Council tax - what you will pay.

Bridport Town Council is set to finalise its response to Dorset Council's Local Plan draft next week and council representatives say they 'will seek the best for Bridport'.

COASTGUARDS were called out to identify a mystery object on the beach below Black Ven today.

FEWER than 150 people tested positive for coronavirus in Dorset according to the latest figures.

The Duke of Edinburgh was admitted to hospital "as a precautionary measure" after "feeling unwell".

DORSET Council has approved a 5% council tax rise.

FREE baby clothes will be available alongside other purchasable goodies at this week’s garden glut stall.

ANOTHER six people with Covid-19 have died in Dorset hospitals.

LIDL has issued recall after one of its meat products due to potentially containing traces of plastic.

Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.

YOU gave us the news about more police officers being recruited for Dorset at the moment (New Officers on Beat, February 4).

Hundreds of vulnerable youngsters and children of key workers are self-isolating due to cases of coronavirus in schools in this part of Dorset, as well as the Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole council area.

AN ANIMAL rescue centre received a surprise donation over Valentine's weekend to help 'share the love' and care for pets during the pandemic.

HEALTH bosses are encouraging residents to participate in a survey to help improve eye care services offered in Dorset.

A CHARITY supporting children and adult victims of sexual violence has been awarded a contract worth £1.4 million to provide an advisory service in the county.

Starting divorce proceedings? Vicky Shaw asks financial experts for their advice.

ARTISTS of all ages could win prizes of up to £1,000 in a competition aimed at showcasing the county’s talent.

Every year, hundreds of children need foster carers in Dorset while they can’t live with their own families.

THE firm behind a dry cleaning business and the UK’s largest domestic laundry service has cut its use of throwaway plastic by 90 per cent.

BURTON Bradstock star Dom Gape made his return from injury for Wycombe Wanderers last night.

SCORES of drivers were arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving offences as part of Dorset Police’s winter campaign – including three on Christmas Day.

A ROAD at the bottom of Abbotsbury Hill will be closed for five days as part of major road works.