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E-Scooter trial proposed for Dorchester and Weymouth areas
by Trevor Bevins, Local Democracy Reporter.
Two areas in Dorset are being considered for e-scooter trials – with the experiment likely to get underway, if approved, in the summer.
The areas being looked at include Weymouth, Portland, Chickerell and Dorchester and ...
Ford van stolen in Dorchester – appeal for information
Police officers are appealing for information as they investigate the theft of a vehicle in Dorchester.
It was reported that at around 12.50pm on Tuesday 7 April 2026 a driver carrying out deliveries in a white Ford Transit van was ...
Rolex watch stolen from man in Poundbury – appeal for information
Detectives are appealing for information as they carry out enquiries into a report of a robbery in Poundbury.
It was reported that at around 6.45pm on Thursday 2 April 2026 a man aged in his 30s was walking in the ...
Reporting from Sherborne Rugby Club on Sunday where Dorset & Wilts fielded 2 under 16 girls teams against their Devon counterparts.
Results:
Dorset & Wilts South 28 pts vs Devon 38.
Dorset & Wilts North 24 vs Devon A xv 41.
Team spokesperson ...
Former Dorchester footballer appears in court accused of murder
Idris Martin reporting.
A former Dorchester Town footballer accused of murder has appeared in court, and a trial date has been set after a man died outside a cocktail bar in Dorset.
Rico Wilson, 35, who resides in Bournemouth, has appeared ...
by Trevor Bevins, Local Democracy Reporter.
Around 200 new jobs could be created by the expansion of the Dorset Innovation Park at Winfrith.
Dorset Council has bought around 6 hectares of neighbouring land for future developments at an undisclosed price.
A report ...
Dorset Council apologise for damage to Dorchester tree
by Trevor Bevins, Local Democracy Reporter.
A mature tree at a busy Dorchester road junction will have to be felled after council works made it unsafe.
Councillor for the area, Les Fry, says that while he understands the decision the loss ...
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Below are the next 5 upcoming events. There’s much more in the Local Events Diary…
Tue 17 Mar to Tue 20 Oct
Historical guided walk with cream tea in Brownsea Castle
1:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole, BH13 7EEEmbark on a fascinating journey through Brownsea Island’s rich history as you explore the island and the castle’s picturesque grounds. A rare opportunity to enter the castle itself, view the paintings and artefacts of past owners. Afterwards, head to the Morning Room and help yourself to a warm drink and a delicious scone with cream and jam. Two walks per month except Mar/Aug & Dec.
Contact: National Trust | 01202 707744 | Email | Web | MapFri 3 Apr to Sun 1 Nov
Fire Flood Frost exhibition
Location: Beaminster Museum, Whitcombe Road, Beaminster, DT8 3NBA rare 18th century fire engine – once the town’s frontline defence against disaster – is the star of the show of Fire Flood Frost. New for 2026, the exhibition brings to life the extraordinary story of how Beaminster and surrounding communities battled flames, floods and freezing winters long before emergency services. Admission free.
Contact: Beaminster Museum | Web | MapFri 17 Apr
An evening with Rebecca Chambers New Tricks Jazz Trio
Location: Thornford Village Hall, Pound Road, Thornford, Sherborne, DT9 6QB7:00 pm. Fund raising jazz concert featuring Rebecca Chambers New Tricks Trio. Doors open at 6.30pm. Concert begins at 7pm. Licensed bar and refreshments. Ample parking. Tickets £12.50 via web link below. All profits go towards maintenance and restoration of St Michael’s Church, Beer Hackett.
Contact: Friends of St Michael’s Church | 07970459071 | Email | Web | MapFri 17 Apr to Sat 18 Apr
Dorchester Drama's Some Canterbury Tales
Location: Broadmayne village hall, Cowleaze Road, Broadmayne, DT2 8EW7:30 pm. For a rollicking night out, come and see Dorchester Drama perform six of Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales in a fast and funny, hugely entertaining show.
Performances are at Broadmayne village hall, near Dorchester, on Friday and Saturday, April 17 (7.30pm) and 18 (2pm and 7.30pm).
Tickets are £10 via web link below.
Sat 18 Apr
Dr Jazz and Georgy Broad
Location: St Andrew’s Church Rooms, Preston, DT3 6BU7:30 pm. Join Dr Jazz and Georgy Broad next Saturday for an evening of “Medicine for your Ears” featuring classic jazz standards from the Great American Songbook and more. Bar on the night. Tickets £10. Proceeds are shared equally between the church and “The Bus Shelter Dorset”, a Weymouth based charity supporting the homeless.
Contact: Dr Jazz | 01305 837147 | Email | MapOn demand, at your convenience
Moonfleet: Crimson Tide – a new take on a classic story
Making a welcome return to Keep 106 today was local musician and storyteller Will Adams. He’s joined by the very talented guitarist Paul Sundt, along with 13-year-old local performer Toby, who plays the lead role in Will’s new audiobook ...
Countryside Matters 59, 30.03.26
Food resilience and the Feeding Dorset Partnership: Jon Sloper, CEO of Dorset charity Help and Kindness talks about what the Partnership is and does, and about the importance of growing and distributing more food locally – and how Dorset ...
An appeal by Dorset Wildlife Trust
This is an interview with Brian Bleese, the Chief Executive of the Dorset Wildlife Trust. A few days ago, the Dorset Wildlife Trust launched an urgent appeal to try and raise enough money to purchase a piece of land ...
Andy’s guest in this show is rock & roll legend Marty Wilde. Marty’s career began in the 1950’s and he has received special recognition from The British Phonographic Industry for being in the music business as a performer and ...
Countryside Matters 58, 16.03.26
In this edition:
One of the hot topics these days is water pollution from sewage, both treated and untreated, and the deluges of the last few months have made this an acute problem. Matt Wheeldon of Wessex Water talks about ...
Pastor Mark Topp makes a welcome visit to the studio
Mark Topp is the Pastor at the Storehouse Church in Cambridge Road, Dorchester, which also doubles as Dorchester Community Kitchen. Mark’s work includes speaking to community groups such as school children and today he updated us on that…
