CAMPAIGNERS are calling for action over 'shambolic' rail and bus services which they claim discourage people from using public transport – amid worries that cuts could cause a ‘spiral of decline’.

A POPULAR festival is returning to the Jurassic Coast later this year bringing a life-sized dinosaur and 200 million-year-old fossils amongst many other attractions.

DOG fouling has increased as Covid restrictions were relaxed – according to Dorset town and parish councils.

See who has been to court in Dorset

PEACEFUL law-abiding people will have nothing to fear from revised Public Spaces Protection Orders due to be introduced in Weymouth, Portland and West Dorset.

SEVERAL key parts of the response to coronavirus in the months ahead remain unknown or undecided, according to Dorset's director of public health.

RESIDENTS are being urged to 'stop and think' before buying a dog in a bid to prevent illegal puppy breeding across the county.

 “People keep repeating the same mantra that it’s the West attacking and it’s Russia who’s bringing peace," one misinformation specialist said.

A HEALTH group in Dorset is reminding the public about the helpline Connection - which provides free mental health support.

The ship, called Endurance, was crushed by ice and sank in the Weddell Sea in 1915

Coronation Street is the world’s longest running TV soap and holds the Guinness Book of World Records for this achievement. (PA)

A MAN'S artistic dream is coming true after being inspired by west Dorset's landscape to paint 'beautiful' pieces.

Dorset Police No Excuse teams will be out on the county's roads this week operating mobile speed cameras.

A LOCAL women’s group has called Dorset 'a county of inequality' as it urges more women to join them in a bid to tackle inequality.

BRIDPORT Community Orchard is looking for more volunteers.

DORSET residents have donated tens of thousands of pounds to people in fuel poverty after an appeal was launched asking people to donate their winter fuel payments.

The community at Emmanuel Church, Southill, in Weymouth is beginning to collect photographs and memories from 50 years ago when building of the church commenced.

Have you heard of the hobby of phillumeny?

DO you know how to spot the signs of bed bugs?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to give a “historic address” to MPs on Tuesday.

The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was met with a standing ovation in his “historic address” to MPs on Tuesday.

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has announced the UK would phase out the import of Russian oil and oil products by the end of the year.

In the wake of a bullying report, John Bercow has been banned from holding a pass to Parliament and ‘administratively suspended’ from the Labour Party.

Converse has released a new 'Things To Grow' collection with Schuh, here's how to buy them.

ITV viewers were expecting to find out who will be crowned winner of the series on 20 March.

The Russia-Ukraine conflict could see a larger global economic fallout which could severely impact the finances of people in the UK

The fitness-tracker, owned by Google, allows users to track daily steps, record workouts and work towards fitness goals.

A restaurant has been awarded an AA rosette for culinary excellence - just over a year since it opened.

Drivers are being warned of slow traffic after three vehicles crashed on the A35 Sea Road near Bridport.

DOG owners are being warned to ensure their pets are under control at all times when livestock is nearby.

IT IS a week of mixed emotions for me this week; Daisy’s puppies are eight weeks old and starting to go to their new homes.

A NEW range of vegan pastries has been launched by a supermarket giant.

NEW figures show that police officers who identify as gay or lesbian make up less than 4 per cent of the workforce in the Dorset constabulary.

CCTV images have been released following an evening theft at a Tesco store.

The deals are exclusive to Tesco Clubcard users with bargain prices up for grabs.

Downing Street has announced that Boris Johnson will give an announcement today regarding the ongoing Russian conflict in Ukraine.

The UK, Canada, and Dutch prime misters will come together to discuss further sanctions.

If you're searching for the perfect Mother's Day gift, Cath Kidston has a range of embroidered and personalised pyjamas, aprons and more.

A FORMER RAF technician plans to mark his 90th birthday by abseiling 100 metres.

A MOTORIST must pay more than £700 after driving over the speed limit along the A35.

A mum from Dorset has spoken of her pride after a cancer charity received a sizeable donation from an animation venture originally started by her late son.

EASTER eggs, hot cross buns and spring blooms are starting to appear in the shops.

A HEALTH care provider in Dorset is offering early-prevention support to people with eating disorders in a bid to help them overcome their condition.

A HOUSING association will invest nearly half a million pounds over the next two years in giving young people a voice in their housing and community future.

Single use plastic will be removed in Aldi's own brand wipes.

Joe Cole will take over the role of Harry Palmer for ITV's adaptation of The Ipcress File

A seal has been spotted in the sea off West Bay.

Dorset residents have spotted fuel prices rocketing in the county- with diesel at a petrol station in Dorchester costing 176.9 per litre yesterday.

A KIND-HEARTED four-year-old bounced his way to West Bay over the weekend all to raise money for his pre-school.

THE Friends of Bridport Millennium Green have been busy planning their spring and summer programme of events.