TOUCHING tributes have been paid to a swimmer who died in the sea off West Bay.

RESIDENTS should be on their guard against bogus callers after a ‘suspicious incident’ in Lyme Regis, police are warning.

VALUABLES including a bag and bank cards were stolen from a car at a tourist hotspot earlier this week.

Dorset County Hospital Trust was caring for 61 coronavirus patients in hospital as of Tuesday, figures show.

RESIDENTS are invited to take their cars to Bridport Fire Station this weekend where vehicles will be washed to support a good cause.

AN EDUCATION centre is running their first Seashore Safari since before the Covid-19 pandemic.

DETAILS of the baton relay for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham have now been confirmed.

FUTURE Bridport manager Edgar Marcu believes the Bees can achieve a “positive result” at home to title-chasing Exmouth Town tomorrow (1pm).

AN OUTDOOR theatre company is set to tour around Dorset across this summer hitting six rural locations in June and July with its latest production.

Dorset County Hospital Trust was caring for 61 coronavirus patients in hospital as of Tuesday, figures show.

BIKERS in Dorset are being warned to ensure they choose the correct helmet for when they hit the roads this spring.

BRIDPORT’S Tribute Dorset & Wilts One South season ended with a 59-13 defeat to second-placed Blandford in Brett Chant’s final game for the Blues.

BRIDPORT Reserves went without a win this week after picking up a draw and suffering a loss in Jewson Dorset Premier League action.

LYME Regis will be managed at Okehampton Argyle Seconds by Kevin Turner on Saturday (3pm).

VoucherCodes are giving away another set of Just Eat vouchers for use over the Easter weekend

It comes as the number of deaths involving coronavirus registered each week in England and Wales continues to rise.

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A MAN was killed on a major Dorset route following a three vehicle crash early this morning.

POLICE are warning online users across Dorset to remain vigilant when selling high-value items.

RISINGS costs are impacting on the ability of Dorset Council to deliver some services – with cost increases to the council in some areas going up by 50 to 60 per cent.

A BRIDPORT school is launching its very own fruit and veg garden thanks to a supermarket scheme.

THE public is being asked to get behind an appeal to support Dorset County Hospital which is continuing to suffer 'immense pressure'.

WEYMOUTH councillor David Gray is calling on Dorset Council to review its senior management structure.

A GROUP that started out supporting families with children affected by autism and social anxiety is now looking to assist young adults.

RESIDENTS in Dorset are being called on to sign up for a fundraising collection in a bid to raise funds for an assistance dog charity by giving up two hours in May.

An exciting new project bringing classical music back to a village begins on Saturday, April 23.

DORSET Police ‘requires improvement’ in how it investigates crime, but is ‘good’ in supporting and protecting its workforce, the police inspectorate has said.

THERE are currently 29 sites offering vaccinations around the Dorset with additional pop-ups being planned in some areas soon.

CONCERNS have been raised over Dorset Council’s compliance with the way it protects data.

A HUGE survey of birds has revealed a large increase in the number of jays, and a glimmer of hope for the greenfinch.

Lord David Wolfson, a Conservative peer and justice minister has resigned over Prime Minister’s “own conduct” in a letter to Boris Johnson today.

Children can bag discounted tickets for a number of cinemas.

Calls for action could see laws drawn up which will have a huge impact on the availability of such breeds in the UK.

Many GPs are either set to quit or retire within the next five years

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A part of the A35 is expected to be closed for some time following a serious crash this morning - motorists are being asked to seek alternative routes.

A COMMUNITY has been left shocked and saddened after a man died after going into the sea.

The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said he has paid the fixed penalty notice relating to a gathering in the Cabinet Room.

LOCAL charities and community organisations including some in the Bridport area have shared a bumper grant of more than £143,000 to support their work.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has broken his silence and issued an “unreserved apology” for breaching Covid regulations.

DORMICE will soon be enjoying better accommodation thanks to the efforts of local Scouts.

Brits will enjoy the hottest days of the year so far as people enjoy a four-day break from work later this week.

AS seen on numerous television panel shows, comedian Andy Parsons is back on the road with Healing The Nation and heading to Bridport.

A FREE course providing potentially lifesaving advice to motorcyclists is being highlighted.

The duo will be issued with fines for breaches of Covid-19 regulations following allegations of lockdown parties in Downing Street and Whitehall.

THOUSANDS of Ukrainian refugees as well as displaced people still inside the country will be given help and support, thanks to half a million pounds raised by Freemasons across England and Wales, including Dorset.

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It follows news that Boris Johnson and Chancellor Rishi Sunak will be fined for breaches of Covid-19 regulations.

More than 50 referrals for fines have been made off the back of lockdown parties at Downing Street and Whitehall, Police have said.