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Police superintendent pleads guilty to drink driving offence
A police superintendent has appeared in court and pleaded guilty to a drink driving offence.
Detective Superintendent Paul Kessell, aged 45, appeared at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on Friday 13 September 2024 and pleaded guilty to driving while over the prescribed ...
Have your say on the Chesil Cove Curved Sea Wall proposed works
Dorset Coast Forum is inviting residents, visitors and businesses to have their say on proposed works to repair and update the Chesil Cove Curved Sea Wall.
The current wall was built in 1965 and designed to deflect waves and prevent ...
It’s a busy sporting weekend on the Jurassic Coast, and it kicks off on Friday evening at Grove Corner, where Portland United welcome Southampton Football Club Legends at Grove Corner for a charity football match. The action begins at ...
Get protected – join your community in getting vaccinated this winter
People living in Dorset are being reminded to find out which vaccinations they are eligible for ahead of the coming winter months.
Vaccinations are the most effective way of protecting yourself against potentially life-threatening diseases including COVID-19 and flu.
Children and ...
Wool community takes a step closer to adopting Neighbourhood Plan
A local community has taken a significant step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their area.
Wool Parish Council has submitted a new Neighbourhood Plan for independent examination.
The plan has been drawn up by residents, and agreed ...
Countdown to Weymouth 70.3 Ironman
Preparations for Ironman 70.3 2024, on 15th September, are underway already.
The organisers of the international event taking place on Sunday are already constructing their facilities at the Lodmoor Country Car Park, which is close to the start line on ...
A minute’s silence was observed before the kick of the Weymouth & Portland v Bridport rugby game at Monmouth Avenue as a mark of respect for the Seahorses’ former player and committee man Derek Smith, who passed away recently.
The ...
Recent news items
- Emergency services scrambled to deal with a man on the hospital roof
- Council to pay tribute to the emergency services
- Portland United manager stands down
- After 10 years of service and welcoming 43 members of the Royal Family, Angus Campbell retires
- Corfe Castle to light up in support of Air Ambulance Week
- Man and woman released from investigation into death at Warmwell Holiday Park
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Below are the next 5 upcoming events. There’s much more in the Local Events Diary…
Sun 15 Sep
Heritage Open Day at the Dorset History Centre
9:45 am to 4:30 pm
Location: Dorset History Centre, Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 1PPMansions, cottage, hospitals and gardens – plans for all of these and more are held at the Dorset History Centre. Pop along to this free event to see a selection, and also to see and handle some of Dorset’s amazing archaeological finds. Free children’s activity. Tours of our unusual building, including our conservation facility will run on the hour. Booking essential – click here
Contact: Dorset History Centre | 01305221618 | Email | Web | MapWed 18 Sep
u3a Day
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Beside the War Memorial, Junction of South Street, South Walks Road and Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester, DT1 1DDRetired or thinking of retiring? Joining u3a gives you the chance to make friends and learn something new or further an existing interest. We have more than 65 member run groups/activities for you to take part in ranging from Archaeology, Art and Badminton to Science, Weaving and Wine Appreciation. Please take a look at our website to discover everything we offer.
Contact: u3a Dorchester & District | 01305 757539 / 07831 203914 | Email | Web | MapWed 18 Sep
Shroud of Turin Exhibition
11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: St Joseph’s Church, 1 Stavordale Road, Weymouth, DT4 0ABThe Shroud of Turin Exhibition is coming to St Joseph’s Church, Weymouth. The exhibition includes a full-size replica of the world-famous Shroud of Turin along with information boards about art, history and the latest research on the Shroud. We welcome visitors to see the exhibition and make up their own minds about the Shroud of Turin.
Contact: St Joseph’s Church | 01305 786033 | Email | Web | MapSat 21 Sep
La la hö hö
Location: Broadmayne Village Hall, Cowleaze Road, Broadmayne, DT2 8EW2:00pm. Courtlye Musick and Ars Nova from Cherbourg present an informal concert of songs and instrumental pieces from the 15th to the 17th centuries. We’ll also delighted that members of Dorchester Historical Dance will join us. Come and enjoy the music, have a cup of tea and you might even learn a Tudor dance!
Contact: Courtlye Musick | 01305854915 | Email | Web | MapSat 21 Sep
The Esmee Godwin Fund Charity Auction
Location: Buckland Newton Village Hall, Buckland Newton, DT2 7BZStarts 11:00 am. This Auction, in memory of our late daughter Esmee who tragically died aged two, and in aid of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at Southampton General Hospital comprises some 90+ amazing “Lots” including stays away, Restaurant visits, Art, Glass, Furniture, Ceramics & much more besides. There is also a fabulous Raffle & delicious food & drink. Viewing & cafe from 11am (Auction starts at 2pm).
Contact: The Esmee Godwin Fund | 07770 546499 | Email | MapOn demand, at your convenience
Andy Baker’s tribute to the legendary bass player Herbie Flowers
The legendary bass player Herbie Flowers sadly passed away on 5th September 2024 aged 86. Herbie played either bass guitar, double bass or tuba on hundreds of hit records, and was a composer too. KeeP 106 presenter Andy Baker, ...
Today – Dorset Council Leader Nick Ireland talks about the “Nature Emergency” and what this should now mean for all Council actions and proposals • Ecologist and scientist Professor Debbie Bartlett is carrying out research into the numbers of ...
Not long to go to find the next Bard of Dorchester
Not long to go now before the contest to find The New Bard of Dorchester takes place. The Bard will be appointed to serve Dorchester for a Year and a day. The contest will be run in the Undercroft ...
FURTHER UPDATE: Family Matters – a helping hand for families in need
Family Matters is a charity based in rent-free premises provided by DJ Property on the Granby Trading Estate in Weymouth. The charity provides donated, good quality clothes, toys and equipment for babies and pre-schoolers to local families in need. ...
Russell and Alfie hoping it’s third time lucky for an appearance on BGT
Andy Senior’s recent guests on KeeP Driving were Russell Andrews and his son Alfie who are off to audition for Britain’s Got Talent later in September. Russell has auditioned twice before with no response from the BGT producers so ...
Our Merchant Navy honoured once again in Dorchester
The annual commemoration to honour our Merchant Navy took place at the Memorial area outside County Hall in Dorchester on 3rd September with a flag raising ceremony. The ceremony was led by Vice-Chair of the council, Cllr Les Fry ...
