TWO cars were destroyed in an explosion which also damaged two homes.

"It's been brilliant to see this kind of atmosphere again": Bridport pubs are capitalising on England's success in Euro 2020.

A CAMPAIGN born in west Dorset to introduce a new law preventing dogs from being off the lead around livestock has secured the support of the Farming Minister.

HALF the students from a Dorset school are isolating after a single Covid case.

A ROAD will close for repairs after a tractor and trailer crash damaged the route.

BRIDPORT have confirmed one player has tested positive for Covid-19.

ONE of the most famous ‘families’ in Lyme Regis is celebrating a new addition.

CAMPAIGNERS looking to launch a scheme which would allow older residents to experience the thrill of a cycle ride are seeking volunteer 'pilots'.

A VILLAGE hall is seeking new members for its committee.

TEAM GB Olympic hopefuls Saskia Tidey and Charlotte Dobson held their final briefing for Tokyo at Lyme Regis Sailing Club.

THIS past week, we have seen one of the most significant developments with l20ockdown release for some time. The new Health Secretary confirmed that we will not have to self-isolate if we are fully vaccinated and the Education Secretary has confirmed...

HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

RACING returned to the Sir John Colfox Academy as Parrett and Axe dominated the West Dorset Primary Relay Races.

33 million people in the UK are now fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

It follows the warning from Chris Whitty that the number of long Covid sufferers will increase, particularly among young people.

A BARN was damaged in a blaze caused by the 'spontaneous combustion' of hay and straw.

A number of roadworks will be taking place across west Dorset as workers continue to keep the county’s roads in a good condition.

A CAFÉ has been forced to close its doors for the week after one of its employees tested positive for Covid-19.

AS AN Oxford graduate (some 60 years ago now) I was amused by Chris Loder’s apt if unintended reference to his leader (a well off Oxford graduate) when he describes Oxford as a place that ‘facilitates well off out of touch youngsters to live in a...

IT was a race against time for Lyme Regis coastguards as incoming tides caused panic on the beach.

HEDGEHOGS were killed in a Dorset village when an unkept grass verge was mowed.

LIFEGUARDS will return to a Lyme Regis beach from this weekend.

A DOMESTIC abuse charity has urged victims to seek support as the England men’s football team progresses through Euro 2020.

POLICE across Dorset are raising awareness of the minimum time to allow before driving after drinking alcohol.

A COMMUNITY recovery grant has been launched by Dorset Council to help communities that were paused during the pandemic get up and running again.

Whether it is because of their perfectly roasted coffee, the selection of tea, delicious food or their friendly welcome, we want to hear about your favourite.

England will be hoping to reach the final of the European Championship for the very first time when they face Denmark at Wembley.

ALMOST 250 new coronavirus cases have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24-hour period, according to the latest statistics.

Sajid Javid said it was a “responsible thing for anyone to do” as he confirmed he would continue to wear a face mask in certain situations in public.

A MAJOR milestone in improved internet access on the Jurassic Coast has been reached as a new network is installed.

THE Royal Academy is to exhibit the first artwork by a Constable in 200 years - in the form of a drawing by a seven-year-old descendant of The Hay Wain painter.

PARTICIPANTS are being sought for an 'incredible' trek across the Sahara Desert in a fundraiser for a hospice charity.

NEARLY 5,000 Dorset children have saved 1,600kg of carbon dioxide from polluting our air by walking and cycling to school instead of travelling by car.

HERE are today's tide times for Portland, West Bay and Lyme Regis.

The area of the house had to be deep cleaned before islanders were allowed to use it again.

The former Blue Peter and Sky Sports presenter tragically lost his wife Gemma in 2017.

Brewdog said the ad was intended to be “tongue-in-cheek” but accepted that they breached the rules and would not use it again.

England will be hoping to reach the final of the European Championship for the very first time when they face Denmark at Wembley.

The pub chain has criticised the government for rules that will bolster supermarkets rather than the hospitality sector.

The so-called “freedom day” is expected on July 19, with a decision on whether or not to go ahead being taken a week earlier.

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have joined the trial scheme.

Brits are being misled into paying more for important documents including health cards, driving licences and visas.

The team behind a controversial new vision for a Bridport landmark believes it has won the backing of the community - following a feedback survey.

AN AIR ambulance landed near a beach after a woman suffered a medical emergency.

A HEAVILY pregnant woman who was reported missing has been found following a police search.

Firefighters said the levels of smoke were ‘a cause for some concern’ and advised people living in nearby areas to keep their windows and doors shut.

I SEE the government intends to reduce the CO2 emissions from petrol driven cars by using a fuel called E5.

FRESH bread, bacon, beer and more will be available at a farmers' market next week.

OUR MP used his column last week to witter on about ‘cancel culture’. The Conservatives use attacking others as a means of diverting attention from their own dire performance.

FURTHER steps have been taken to transform a 16th century manor house into an 'adventure wonderland' where people can come and stay and enjoy food, drink and a wide variety of events.