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Rail chaos as "major incident" causes widespread power cuts
A power cut is affecting large parts of the UK, including the south west, with rail services to and from London affected. Western Power Distribution (WPD), the electricity distribution network operator for the south west, said there is a "major
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Police urge people to be vigilant against bogus collectors at carnival
Police are urging people enjoying the carnival this weekend to look out for bogus collectors. Those watching Lyme Regis Carnival on Saturday evening are being asked to make sure that if they give a donation, it is to an official collector after
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Thank you Pudsey: Horse therapy charity's £90k boost from Children in Need
A PROJECT working with disadvantaged children and young people has received a £90,000 grant. TheHorseCourse will use a three year grant of £90,000 to provide equine-assisted sessions for young people with complex personal needs and challenges engaging
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A new gym could be coming to this trading estate
Two industrial units at the North Mills industrial estate, Bridport could be converted into a gym. Consent for the change of use is being sought for units 5 & 6 at the Edwards Building, on the right hand side of the entrance to the estate.
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Holiday traffic causing delays on the A35
Holiday traffic is causing delays to motorists travelling on the A35 today (Friday). Traffic is queuing between the B3157 Burton Road in Bridport and the A3502 in Charmouth. Delays are likely as traffic is moving slowly.
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50mph winds batter Dorset coast
STRONG winds and rain battered the area overnight and this morning, amid severe weather warnings. Winds of 51mph were recorded along the Dorset coast. There are reports of trees down across the county but no major travel disruption to date.
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Get out and about in the fresh country air - and discover these fun walks
A couple is encouraging families to get out and enjoy the countryside with the launch of Fun Walks books Paul and Heather Hampton have written a series of family-friendly walking books containing games and puzzles that cover Lyme Regis, Charmouth
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"We're so proud of what she's achieved": Kind Lily's coffee morning is a huge success
Two hours, a lot of cake and countless cuppas made for a hugely successful coffee morning when a young girl raised almost £900 for charity. Eight-year-old Lily Tancock, from Burton Bradstock, is raising funds for Weldmar. She held a coffee
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Can you help Dorset Police with these recent crimes?
Police are appealing for information on the following crimes. A shop window was damaged in the early hours of the morning. Two men were reportedly seen damaging the window of a shop on South Street, Bridport, shortly before 3am on Monday, July
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Boy who was swept out to sea has a close shave of a different kind
A 14-year-old west Dorset boy who was swept out to sea continues to show his thanks to his rescuers. Archie Wollacott, from Marshwood, and his friend Bozhidrar Bobev - known as Bo - were swept out to sea from the River Axe last month and rescued
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Find out what a song inspired by Bridport sounds like
HEAR a song about Bridport to coincide with a JMW Turner painting of Bridport being on display in the town. It will be played in public for the first time at an evening of music and readings at Bridport Town Hall on Friday, August 16 from 7.30pm
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Pictures: High dive show is really splashing
Looking for something new to do with the kids this summer? While Dorset has many superb attractions for families, there's a splashing new sight over the border in Devon which is worth seeing during the holidays. You may have heard of Crealy Theme
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New website aiming to bring in new recruits at hospital
A NEW microsite has been set up to bring in new recruits to Dorset County Hospital. The site will gather the information that a potential employee might need when looking for a job and demonstrate what the hospital can offer. It is a part of
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A pub challenge, carnival procession and live music - what's on this weekend
The weekend's here once again, and once again there's a whole host of events and activities taking place across Bridport, Beaminster and Lyme Regis. FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 Bridport Story Café presents The Tangle of the Commons with storyteller and
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Sold! East Devon holiday business with guide price of £1.95m is off the market
A holiday letting business in a period property on the edge of Axminster has been sold. Furzeleigh House and Cottages is set within 37 acres with holiday letting cottages set down a quarter of a mile driveway and was available at a guide price
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Golden Cap, West Bay and Chesil Beach - this Jurassic challenge coming to west Dorset
A brand-new Jurassic Coast running event is being launched in west Dorset next month. Run Jurassic, organised by White Star Running in collaboration with the Jurassic Coast Trust, will be a three-day event which aims to be the official Jurassic
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Warning after THIRTEEN people rescued in one day - due to inflatables
Thirteen people were rescued in one day by lifeguards, most of whom were in danger due to using inflatables, despite clear warnings on how to stay safe at the beach. RNLI lifeguard teams in west Dorset have been working hard to prevent and respond
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Don't stop the music! Community fights to keep beloved shop going
There's hope yet for a beloved town record shop as the community fights to keep it going. Following the news Bridport Music faces closure, should a buyer not come forward, there has been a growing number of interested parties looking into taking