Below are the 30 latest news items
Residents and Dorset Council officers praised for being top recyclers again
Dorset Council is pleased to announce it has retained its leading position as the number one unitary and disposal authority in England for recycling rates, according to the recently published national data set for 2023/24 by DEFRA.
The ...
Air Ambulance’s Iconic Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge Returns for 25th Anniversary Year
Cyclists from across the South West are gearing up for a spectacular ride in support of a vital charity. Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance’s Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge returns on Saturday, 10 May 2025. This year, the event ...
Tickets selling fast for the Dorchester Walking Festival
The countdown has started to the start of the Dorchester Walking Festival on 10th May. Nine days of guided walking is programmed to take place in and around Dorchester – appealing to all tastes and levels of ability.
The recent ...
Cycling & Hiking for MND in epic style!
Starting on Tuesday 22nd April a Weymouth man supported by his partner is embarking on an amazing journey from Land’s End to John O’ Groats to raise funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
But, for Paul Whitehead, it’s not ...
On Good Friday, Weymouth led their National League South visitors, Salisbury City, by 2 goals to nil at halftime, but following the break, the Terras conceded twice without adding to their total, making the final score Weymouth 2, Salisbury ...
The Great Dorset Beach Clean Sweeps the Coast
Dorset Council’s Litter Free Dorset Support Officer, Emma Jackson, has told KeeP 106 that the 35th Great Dorset Beach Clean has concluded with remarkable success, showcasing the power of community spirit and dedication to protecting our beautiful coastline. Over ...
Dorset pupils get their first pick of primary school
Families in Dorset are finding out which schools their young children will join in September, with the majority getting their choice.
From Wednesday April 16th parents and carers will be able to check their application to see whether they have ...
Sport Extra – West Dorset Indoor Cricket League report
Weymouth 155-2 beat Martinstown 150 by four wickets.
Weymouth clinched the West Dorset Indoor League Division One crown with a perfect record following a four-wicket win over Martinstown in the final at Redlands.
Having finished top of the group after victories ...
All welcome to attend the informal Annual Town Meeting
Dorchester Town Council is to hold the Annual Town Meeting on 9th May from 11 am to 1pm in the Corn Exchange.
The meeting is an opportunity for the public to see how local democracy is working by meeting local ...
Already relegated from the National League South, Weymouth had little more than pride to play for at Maidstone on Saturday. However, the Terras managed to deny the Stones all 3 league points with the game remaining goalless.
Dorchester moved back ...
Lower end of Dorchester’s South Street now open for pedestrians
As scheduled, a pedestrian walkway opposite the site of the Gorge Café fire on Dorchester’s South Street opened on Friday afternoon.
The walkway safely reconnects both sides of the street. Shoppers can now also get to South Street via Hardye ...
Police officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward following a road traffic collision in Weymouth that left a teenage cyclist with serious injuries.
Dorset Police received a report at 5.26pm on Thursday 10 ...
Protect yourself and your family this spring with COVID-19 vaccinations now available near you
Walk-in clinics and community outreach is making it easier than ever to get protected from COVID-19.
As families enjoy the Easter break, the NHS in Dorset is encouraging those most at risk from COVID-19 to come forward for their spring ...
Dorset Police target road safety on the Chickerell to Bridport coast road
A targeted road safety operation was carried out to prevent road traffic collisions occurring along a beauty hotspot road in West Dorset.
Between 2020 and 2024, there were 95 road traffic collisions on the B3157 between Chickerell and Bridport.
Along this ...
11th April – the deadline to apply for VE Day Street party road closure
The UK will mark the historic 80th anniversary of VE Day with families and communities coming together to celebrate 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe, 5-8 May.
Street parties, picnics, and barbecues will be held across ...
Weymouth Football Club’s senior men’s team 4 goals to 1 defeat away at Eastbourne confirmed the Terras’ relegation from the National League South.
The writing has been on the wall for the Terras ever since they parted company with manager ...
Update – wanted Weymouth man has been located
Officers searching for wanted Weymouth man Terence Bryant can confirm he has been located and arrested.
The 40-year-old was wanted on prison recall as well as in connection with a burglary offence in Weymouth.
Following searches and enquiries by officers, he ...
By our sports reporter Idris Martin.
If you think that you have the quality to represent Dorset & Wilts in their County squad in this season’s Bill Beaumont RFU County Championship, which climaxes with the two finalists running out at ...
Extended ‘wraparound’ childcare hours on offer thanks to additional funding
Working families in Dorset can now benefit from extended childcare hours, thanks to funding provided by the Department of Education.
Local primary schools as well as registered childcare providers, are offering new or expanded before and after school childcare hours. ...
Dorchester Household Recycling Centre will be closed on Tuesday 8 April 2025
Dorchester Household Recycling Centre (HRC, or “the tip”) will be closed all day on Tuesday (8 April 2025).
This is to allow Dorset Council’s Highways team to carry out targeted and localised repairs to sections of St. Georges Road. Local ...
New Chief Executive recommended for appointment for Dorset Council
Dorset Council has announced that Dr Catherine Howe has been unanimously recommended by the cross-party Staffing Committee as the Council’s new Chief Executive. This appointment is subject to final approval by Full Council on 10 April.
Catherine will take over ...
A fitting farewell for Dorchester Choral Society’s Musical Director
Dorchester Choral Society are saying goodbye to their musical director of the past 10 years: Colin Howard. His final concert as their conductor is a performance of J.S. Bach’s Mass in B Minor which takes place on Saturday (5th ...
Stop Portland Incinerator campaign appeal in the High Court fails
The Stop Portland Waste Incinerator campaign has announced that they have lost the case taken to the High Court appealing against the government decision that overturned Dorset Council’s unanimous refusal of Powerfuel Portland’s waste incinerator planning application.
Debbie Tulett who ...
Weymouth toilet block reopens after major refurbishment
Toilet facilities in Weymouth’s Cove Street reopened on Monday 31st March following a full refurbishment.
The block has been totally refitted, and improvements include: moving the accessible toilet door so that it is more accessible, new urinals and toilets have ...
Weymouth Football Club’s National League South Status is hanging by a thread following the Terras 4 goals to nil home victory against Slough Town.
Although still mathematically possible, it looks very unlikely despite their performance at the Bob Lucas Stadium ...
UPDATE: Two men charged following alleged robbery and attempted robberies near Crossways
Two men have been charged following an investigation by detectives into a reported robbery and attempted robberies near Dorchester.
It was reported that at around 7.35pm on Friday 14 February 2025 a man driving a white Mercedes stopped to assist ...
Major emergency causes road closures in Bridport
A person on a Bridport town centre rooftop has caused a large response from the emergency services.
Police, fire and ambulance services rushed to the emergency in South Street Bridport.
It is understood that the man has been airlifted to Southampton ...
Man pleads guilty to Weymouth murder
A man who violently assaulted an elderly man in Weymouth has pleaded guilty in court to his murder following a detailed investigation by detectives.
Jake Saunders, aged 19 and of Weymouth, pleaded guilty to the murder of 75-year-old Anthony Jacob ...
A Beacon of Support for the Community
Dorset residents facing periods of uncertainty, short-term illness or life crises such as mental health challenges or bereavement, are being given a helping hand through a new network of support from the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.
The Dorset ...
Council wants your views on street lighting
A review of street lighting in the Dorset Council area is currently underway, with a consultation on potential changes open from Monday 24 March until 4 May 2025.
Dorset Council is seeking feedback on a range of potential changes to ...