BRIDPORT businesses have called for government support amid the energy crisis and rising inflation - with one trader describing rocketing bills as 'catastrophic'.

SEVENTEEN Platinum Jubilee Medals were awarded to Lyme Regis RNLI crew members - who can be seen on television tonight (Thursday).

Beachgoers are as likely to get ill from seawater as in the 1990s, according to campaigners.

THERE are many initiatives in Bridport to give those who need it an extra bit of help during these tough times.

A lifeline is being extended to residents after it was announced a 'banking hub' would be opened in their town.

Postal workers across Dorset have announced two new dates of strike action.

The Rotary Club of Lyme Regis is pleased to announce that Candles on the Cobb, one of the west country’s most unique and spectacular events was one of the most successful ever!

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he is "proud" of his time at Number 10 Downing Street and that he will end his premiership with his head held high.

DORSET will have to wait until at least October to discover what the revised timetable for the county’s next Local Plan will be.

BEAMINSTER have secured the County Division Two title in dramatic fashion after gaining the necessary 14 points over Chalke Valley on the final day of the season.

DORSET Police still needs to make improvements to keep children safe despite making positive strides since a scathing inspection.

SPIRITED Bridport gave a much-improved performance but ultimately came up short 4-3 against a strong Axminster Town side in the Walter C Parson Funeral Directors League Cup first round.

LYME Regis earned their first win of the season with a resounding 5-0 victory over Kentisbeare in the East Devon Senior Cup.

BRIDPORT Reserves climbed above Wareham Rangers in the Jewson Dorset Premier League table after beating their opponents 3-0 away.

UPLYME & LYME REGIS 173 (8pts) lost to EXMOUTH II 224-8 (20pts) by 51 runs

A west Dorset town has been revealed as the top destination for fossil hunting in the UK.

SEWAGE has been discharged at 14 beaches across Dorset in the past 48 hours.

FIREFIGHTERS raced to a house fire after a tea towel was left on a hob.

The Tour of Britain is coming to Dorset and you can find out when.

WEST Dorset's MP said constituents are 'baffled' by the way renewable energy prices are regulated.

More than 15,000 households in the Dorset Council area are still waiting to receive their £150 council tax rebate, new figures reveal.

Dorset’s motorists will have nine road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week.

RESCUERS endured rain, thunder and lightning to help free a cow which had become trapped in a lagoon.

Lidl shoppers will have to spend £350 to get £10 off under the new scheme, rather than £200

Unnecessary heart attacks and strokes could be avoided if people in Dorset got regular blood pressure checks, according to the NHS.

I think your correspondent (Vote ‘no’ - Letters 25th August) who suggested there is likely to be a snap election called when the new PM is installed is in for a disappointment. The last poll I saw gave Labour a 15-point lead over the Tories.

Beginners and experienced artists alike are invited to take part in an eight week drawing course.

As autumn official arrives, so do many of the fun seasonal treats, including the popular beverage the Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Octopus Energy plans to offer bespoke advice to its customers on cutting energy bills

A RETIRED couple from Dorset have been left in shock after a collection of rare banknotes they discovered more than 30 years ago sold for £51,000 on Channel 5’s Cash In The Attic.

Outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson could claim up to £115,000 a year to run his office following his exit from Downing Street.

SOME events for a popular literary festival sold out quickly after tickets went on sale.

FIREFIGHTERS raced to a school following reports of alarms sounding.

The average household in Dorset could spend thousands of pounds per year on their energy bill when the new price cap comes into effect in October, analysis suggests.

Action that is 'big and bold' enough to match the scale of the cost of living crisis is needed a group representing small businesses says.

Health experts have revealed their dream foods to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

The Dorset County Show returned this weekend for the first time since 2019.

The Christmas cash boost will not need to be repaid and will not affect any other benefits you may receive.

RINGWOOD has been playing host to 50 first dates as a group of water voles has been moved to the town.

New Prime Minister Liz Truss has begun making appointments to her Cabinet with some big names leaving.

Read Boris Johnson's speech in full as he heads to Balmoral to meet the Queen.

Dorries is said to be returning to the back benches.

Boris Johnson appeared to take a shot at his fellow Tory MP’s likening leadership of the party to a relay race

IT'S now less than a week until Dorset hosts the prestigious Tour of Britain cycle event.

An incredible phenomenon was witnessed ahead of a storm which lashed Dorset bringing thunder and lightning and flash flooding.

Firefighters are celebrating the success of their annual open day.

Liz Truss has been urged to "get a grip on the energy crisis" by Dorset's Chamber of Commerce.

Five cyclists who rode more than 130 miles in 10 hours between lifeboat stations in the south west raised a huge sum for the RNLI in memory of a much-loved friend.

The announcement came today at the QEII Conference Centre in central London on the same day Parliament returns.

Dorset rail users are facing a reduced timetable from tomorrow due to issues caused by the August heatwave.