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This poet is performing in town for the first time in her 40 year career
ONE of the nation's favourite poets is to perform in Lyme for the first time. Pam Ayres will visit the Marine Theatre on Monday, December 2 for the first time in her 40-year career, to launch her new book of poetry, Up In The Attic, and to sign
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Dorset's Poundbury and other developments to be discussed by architectural designer
DORSET'S Poundbury and other developments will be discussed at a Building Britain talk. The illustrated talk at Bridport LSi on Thursday, September 5 will be given by leading architectural and interior designer Ben Pentreath. Ben will talk about
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See what it's really like to be a firefighter at a fun-filled open day
Find out what it’s like to be a firefighter and enjoy a day of activities. Bridport Fire Station is opening its doors to the public on Saturday, September 7, with a day that promises something for everyone. There will be a wide range of activities
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Tea room given the green light to revert to a home
A former tea room has had a change of use agreed by local planners – from commercial to residential. Beaminster Town Council had reluctantly supported the change of use commenting that it was sad to see a loss of a business in the town. The building
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Tea with the PM at Number 10 - and a chat about hospice funding concerns
It's not every day you get an invite to tea with the Prime Minister. Representatives from Dorset's Weldmar Hospicecare put their case for funding in a private audience with new premier Boris Johnson at 10 Downing Street. Fundraiser Alaine Harman
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Tiki cocktails, street food and the carnival - what's on this weekend
Once again, there's plenty to do this weekend across west Dorset! From tiki cocktails and a barbecue to film and art exhibitions, there's surely something for everyone. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 Let’s get recycling by Fran Quinlan will take
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New director ends a period of limbo for the arts centre
Ending a period of limbo, the arts centre will welcome a new director. Mick Smith will be taking up the post at Bridport Arts Centre from former director Curtis Fulcher in September. Mr Smith has an interesting background with a jazz piano
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PICTURES: All the fun from a bright and wonderful carnival!
What a weekend it's been! Hundreds of people lined the streets on Saturday for one of the biggest events in Bridport's calendar - Bridport Carnival. The town was bright with colour as an array of wonderful floats made their way through town