Tributes have been paid to a much-loved family man who raised more than £100k to help others after receiving a life-saving double organ transplant.

Following the news of Leakers Bakery closing, a Bridport group are behind a campaign to support local businesses.

A Bridport hotel is set to reopen under new management this week.

The much-anticipated Christmas lights switch-on is taking place this weekend in Lyme Regis.

There are plenty of great spots to visit around Dorset, including Durdle Door, Brownsea Island, Old Harry Rocks and much more

LYME Regis Sailing Club celebrated another successful season on Jurassic Coast waters with their annual dinner and prizegiving ceremony at the Royal Lion Hotel.

The creation and dissemination of some deepfakes to be made illegal after the Law Commission makes recommendations on the new technology.

A large barn fire is ongoing after 10 hours.

SPELLS of heavy rain are set to hit Dorset on Saturday as the county is subject to its third weather warning of the week.

A WOMAN was treated for minor injuries following an incident on Portesham Hill this morning. 

An arts centre in Bridport will continue to benefit from Arts Council England funding for a further three years - it has been announced.

The Jurrassic Coast Trust plans to build a new museum dedicated to the World Heritage Site.

NHS Nurses will strike in December over a row in pay, find out the dates.

Primark will not raise prices further than already planned as it hopes to remain a cheaper option on the high street.

There were dozens of incidents of gun crime in Dorset in the past year, according to new figures, but remains below the national average.

Rail services in Dorset are set to be disrupted once again in the run-in to Christmas.

A COUPLE in Bridport have celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary.

Tributes have poured in for BAFTA award-winning writer Nick Fisher, who has died.

A crash has taken place on the A35.

SCOTT Chilton, Dorset Police's chief commissioner, has been appointed to the same role within Hampshire and Isle of Wight's police force.

World Cup fever hits Bridport as pubs and venues are readying for the biggest - if unusually timed - sporting event of the year.

A road in Burton Bradstock is currently blocked by a fallen tree.

BRIDPORT boss Chris Herbst hailed a “good all-round performance” from the Bees after their 2-0 win over Torrington on Saturday.

BEAMINSTER finally grabbed their first win of the Dorset Senior League season with a 3-2 victory over Portland Town at the Memorial Ground.

LYME Regis continued their pursuit of leaders Alphington with a 3-1 victory over Sandford in the Devon & Exeter League Premier Division at Davey Fort.

Spotify has teased the release date of Spotify Wrapped on Twitter.

Train strikes will be taking place in January after the RMT announced new strike dates.

ANOTHER weather warning has been set for Dorset by the Met Office.

Lyme Regis Town Council is relaunching the Gateway Card and encouraging local businesses to get involved.

TOUR of Britain organisers SweetSpot continue to “explore opportunities” for Dorset and two other stage hosts to welcome a future edition of the race.

Bridport Literary Festival is celebrating another vintage year, with crowds flocking to seven days of events.

Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support is celebrating today after being awarded £9,870 in Funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.

This December a church will be filled with festivity and fanfare to support charity.

The CWU has warned of the 'end of the Royal Mail' as industrial action continues from tomorrow.

Ian Blackford has today put forward an urgent question at PMQs.

Some MPs were seen wearing a white ribbon at PMQs today.

Heavy rain and wind are forecast for tomorrow (Thursday, November 24)

Train strikes will be taking place in December after the RMT announced new strike dates.

A YELLOW weather warning has been set for Dorset by the Met Office.

A FILMMAKER is hoping an upcoming documentary will tell the tales of locals' lives in Lyme Regis.

THERE are reports of delays in both directions on the A37 in Dorset due to a collision this morning.

New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two west Dorset restaurants, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them both.

THORNCOMBE Gardening Club celebrated its 20th birthday by welcoming rt. Hon. Ann Widdecombe to a dinner at the village hall.

A dazzling display of illumination is set to kick-start the countdown to Christmas later this week.

An exhilarating play exploring the connection between football and national identity is set to tour Dorset this autumn, coinciding with the 2022 World Cup.

RMT has announced they will stage a series of 48 hour strikes in December and January in an ongoing dispute over pay, jobs, and conditions.

Brits planning on going on holiday to Spain have been warned over the 'two euro' scam as holidaymakers could be left with just pennies

A Bridport pub has won acclaim for the quality and standards of its toilets – in the Loo of the Year Awards 2022.

A local landmark has lit up as the community comes together to mark St Catherine's day as part of a spectacular annual event.

An impressive new mural wall based on work produced by children can now be seen.