Heading across Dorset today?

THE team who oversaw the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine locally are being honoured at a historic event.

FIREFIGHTERS have issued advice after being alerted to two emergencies in the Bridport area within a few hours.

KEEP clear of the tracks! One of the most popular restaurants in the Bridport area has secured another unique seating area for its customers.

BRIDPORT's youth dance troupe is set to put on a live show for the first time in 18 months.

THIS year's winners of the Bridport News Child Of The Year competition have been announced.

As winter approaches, LeaseElectricCar are urging drivers to carry out regular safety checks to avoid danger on the roads this autumn and winter.

A REGULAR on a number of popular comedy panel shows will be coming to Lyme Regis.

POLICE are warning the public that fraud and scams are becoming increasing complex.

THE most affordable areas in Dorset to buy a home have been revealed as new figures show house prices in the county dropped in July.

A WARNING has been issued to landlords and tenants.

ALL pet owners know that routine worming is always recommended for your pet – it helps to keep them healthy and to prevent the risk of illness in people.

The singer makes her big screen debut in a new version of the classic tale and tells Laura Harding why some old stories need a new perspective.

[STANDFIRST] Plant expert and podcaster Michael Perry, aka Mr Plant Geek, offers his guide to this creative look, inspired by his visits to Japan.

One person was left trapped in a vehicle after a crash which led to the closure of the A35 in west Dorset last night.

THERE have been 'several calls' to police about dogs left in hot cars in Dorset today (Saturday, September 18).

VILLAGERS say they have been left with no internet connection or phone lines for three weeks.

DORSET has now recorded 68,000 Covid-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic after more than 300 new cases were reported in the latest statistics.

Rail passengers on the Weymouth-Waterloo line are facing disruption today and tomorrow due to engineering works.

Crews for BBC, ITV, Channel 5 and even Netflix have come to Dorset to film according to a Freedom of Information Request

A TEN week project to stabilise a river embankment behind a trading estate is set to begin next week.

THE number of Covid-19 cases appears to be declining across Dorset, but some areas are still reporting high numbers of infections.

DORSET’s areas of deprivation could be redacted from a revised Council Plan document.

Here are some of the items you can buy in the Middle of Lidl and Aldi Specialbuys this week

A NEW play focusing on a famed Lyme Regis fossil hunter is set to come to town next month.

A SHOP worker raised more than £1,000 for charity with a sponsored sky-dive.

Georgia Humphreys chats to The Morning Show stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon about fame, cancel culture, and filming during Covid-19.

There’s good news for Brits itching to take to the slopes – resorts in France will be accessible again this 2021/22 season. But, as with everything else we’re experiencing, it'll be a bit different.

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

THE owner of a mobile catering business has spoken of her 'disgust' after the business was broken into.

COMMUNITIES fear they may end up paying more council tax if a proposal to merge local councils gets the green light.

MORE than 300 new Covid-19 cases have been recorded across Dorset within the last 24-hour period, according to latest figures.

Check out the countries that you can travel to without quarantine from October 1st if you're double jabbed.

POLICE issued fines to motorists after they were clocked driving above the speed limit on the Coast Road near Portesham.

THE new owner of a 16th century manor house said he wants to create a venue everyone can enjoy - and it won't be a rave party mansion - after a controversial 24 hour alcohol and entertainment licence was granted for the premises.

AN MP has waded into the debate about Bridport's traditional torchlight procession which could be at risk.

POLICE are urging the public to be wary of cuckooing signs.

BRIDPORT residents are being encouraged to take part in a campaign highlighting the need to action in regards the climate crisis.

A BRIDPORT venue is hosting a live performance for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

This fantastic picture of a barn owl in the Marshwood Vale, taken by George Streatfeild, is our Picture of the Day!

DORSET has been ranked as one of UK's best counties for family-friendly walks.

A 'THOUGHT-PROVOKING' exhibition focusing on climate change is going ahead alongside an international arts festival returning to Dorset this week.

Students in Dorset heading off to university this month are being urged to check their rental accommodation is safe and that they know what they are signing up to, as a new survey reveals as many as one in three don’t read their property contract.

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

Grant Schapps announced the changes to the UK travel rules on Twitter

International travel will be made "easier" in England will change next month, it has been confirmed.

Turkey has still been the 4th most popular country to compare package holiday prices.

STAFF at a bookstore had a visit from a camera crew this week - and are set to be featured on a popular TV programme in the near future.

A MYSTERY man from Dorset has scooped one million pounds after winning big in the EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker draw.

OVER 200 veterans are set to march along the Jurassic Coast from Lulworth Cove to Lyme Regis, in a bid to raise funds for the charity.