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The Flu Fighters are being called in to help protect Dorset’s children this winter! In a collaboration between the NHS and schools across the county, a colourful storybook, Flu Fighters…
Motorists are advised that the B3157 coast road from Weymouth to Bridport is closed at Portesham while Wessex Water lay a new water main, although pedestrians and pedal cyclists can…
A firework display in Portland Harbour late yesterday evening around 10 pm, that is thought to be linked with Netflix filming on a super yacht that was seen in Weymouth…
Dorset Council have told KeeP 106 that in the first month since the launch of Beryl electric assisted bikes in Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth on 20 August 2024, riders have…
A man has been sentenced after admitting the manslaughter of 35-year-old Daniel Mark Hrycyszyn in Weymouth. Joe Michael Williams, aged 19, appeared at Bournemouth Crown Court on Wednesday 2 October…
At around 10.40pm on Friday 27 September 2024 a man aged in his 20s was assaulted by three men outside the male toilets on the first floor of The Royal…
A man has been arrested in connection with a reported assault in Weymouth town centre. Officers are continuing to investigate an incident that was reported to have occurred at around…
Trains services resumed this morning (Monday 30 September) between Castle Cary and Weymouth following a week-long closure of the Heart of Wessex line for vital upgrades. During the week-long closure,…
Two Winchester City goals, one each from Jamie Barron and Tommy Wright, put the Citizens in control of the proceedings at Hillier Way. Weymouth were within ten minutes of crashing…
Spotted anchored in Weymouth Bay (you can hardly miss it) by our roving reporter Idris Martin is this Superyacht Savannah. A boat full of sightseers cruising alongside the superyacht were…
On Wednesday 25 September, managing director of The Gardens Group, Mike Burks, was presented with the Pearson Memorial Medal by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA). Recognised for his role at…
A service launched earlier this year for children and young people with additional needs is already making a difference to their lives. Dorset Council’s Birth to Settled Adulthood service, which…
Dorset residents are being urged to go online and spend five minutes to complete the council’s annual canvass. This is to confirm the details of those living at the address…
At around 3.10am on Sunday 3 December 2023 Dorset Police received a report that a group of people were behaving aggressively towards members of the public in the area of…
Dorset Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage of a road traffic collision in Weymouth to come forward. On Monday 23 September 2024 at 8:38 pm the…
On Friday 20th September 2024 the Environment Agency reopened the final consultation into an application for a permit to operate a new waste incinerator in Portland. This has come about…
An operating theatre at Weymouth Community Hospital has been upgraded to allow Dorset County Hospital (DCH) to perform a range of elective surgeries and reduce waiting lists. Dorset HealthCare, which…
A 70th-minute Charlie Rowan equaliser from a free kick on the edge of the penalty area that the Worthing keeper fumbled salvaged a National League South point for Weymouth after…
By Idris Martin This Burnt Out motorbike appeared overnight between Thursday to Friday morning on the track at the bottom of Grove Avenue Weymouth, popular with dog walkers and children…
At around 4am on Friday 20 September 2024 a blue Audi A4 car was stolen from outside an address in Jestys Avenue, Weymouth. Police Constable James Janssen, of Dorset Police,…
Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward after a serious collision in Dorchester. Dorset Police received a report at 1.47pm on Thursday 19 September…
A warm, sunny day, a bumper crowd, and the appearance of television star Martin Clunes have all contributed to the highest ever total raised by the Weldmar Hospicecare Summer Fete.…
Read Easy South Dorset are appealing for redundant tablets that you would be prepared to donate to a worthwhile cause. If they can be wiped clean then RESD could put…
Great Western Railway services will be affected by rail improvement work taking place between Somerset and Dorset later this week. Network Rail will replace track on the Heart of Wessex…
Dorset Council is pleased to announce that empty food and drink cartons, as well as foil trays and sheet foil, can now be placed in your household recycling bin for…
The Office of the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Dooley LVO MMs FRCOG succeeding Angus Campbell CVO, who recently retired after serving 10…
Officers investigating a road traffic collision in Weymouth are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward. The collision occurred at around 2.30pm on Saturday 7…
Another man has been jailed for his part in public disorder during a protest in Weymouth. Ian Wyn Thomas, aged 47 and of Elliott Road in Bournemouth, appeared at Bournemouth…
All of our local senior men’s non-league football teams were successful this weekend. Weymouth progress into the hat for the third qualifying FA Cup draw after beating Sholing away on…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Dorset Police received a report at 6:40pm on Wednesday 4 September 2024 raising concerns for the welfare of a man on a roof at Dorset County Hospital. Officers attended and…
Dorset Council will be honouring the heroic people who work for the NHS and the emergency services in the UK on Emergency Services Day Monday 9 September. The 999 Emergency…
Portland United Football Club manager Kyle Critchell and his assistant Jamie Symes have both elected to stand down from managing the Blues senior team. Club chairman Matt Lucas thanked both…
After 10 years as Dorset’s Lord-Lieutenant, the Sovereign’s representative in the county, Angus Campbell CVO retires today, 4 September. Having been appointed in 2014, he first served Her Majesty the…
Air Ambulance Week 2024 takes place between 9th – 15th September and is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the vital life-saving work of air ambulance charities across the…
Detectives have issued a further update following enquiries into the circumstances of the death of a man at a holiday park near Dorchester. On Sunday 23 June 2024 at 12.27am…
It is estimated over 200,000 people in Dorset are living with high blood pressure and without regular testing this can go unnoticed, sometimes leading to serious health issues including stroke…
Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward after a fire that is believed to have been started deliberately in Weymouth. At around 6.20am on Sunday…
Dorchester crashed out of the FA Cup at the first hurdle, losing by 2 goals to nil away at Banbury, with striker Shaq Gwengwe missing a late penalty spooning it…
The International Gig Racing Regatta that is taking place in Weymouth over the weekend was put on hold this morning due to the strong winds whipping up the sea in…
On Tuesday 3 September, Dorset Council will honour Merchant Navy seafarers by holding a flag-raising ceremony at County Hall in Dorchester at 9.30am. Merchant Navy Day acknowledges the brave men…
A man has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for an offence of violent disorder committed during protest activity in Weymouth. Eden Tobias Reboul, aged 27 and of Rodwell…
The full-size replica of a Spanish galleon ‘El Galleon Andalucia’ has returned to Weymouth Harbour until Monday 2nd September. She will be open to the public to climb aboard the…
Many world-championship gig clubs will be attending the 2024 Weymouth Pilot Gig Regatta which takes place over the weekend. Spectators can enjoy the elite-level gig racing between 10am to 5pm…
Police Sergeant Scott Jones has given KeeP 106 his first-hand account on what he has faced during the recent protests when violent disorder has broken out: I have been a…
West Dorset Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) say they are extremely proud and excited to announce that their current Pub Of The Year and Cider Pub Of The Year, the…
DocBike have told KeeP 106 they are delighted to announce a new partnership with The Dorset Bike Festival for this year’s annual charity ride out, which will take place on…
Dorset’s Greener Homes are opening their doors for the fourth year across Dorset this September. Communities across Dorset are set to benefit from this county-wide event, as nearly 40 homes…
Police officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward after criminal damage at a property in Dorchester. Between 3.30pm on Thursday 22 August and 12pm on…