Emergency repairs to the iconic Lyme Regis Cobb are expected to commence next week to address significant structural damage below the waterline on the seaward side. Recognised as one of Dorset’s most famous man-made features, …
The family of Catherine Gray, a beloved 49-year-old woman from Weymouth, has shared a touching tribute following her tragic death at the scene of a two-vehicle collision near Somerset. Known affectionately as Cath, she was …
Dorset Council’s significant rent increases on kiosks at West Bay and Lyme Regis have sparked serious concerns among local business owners, who warn that these “hostile” hikes could lead to permanent closures. Sam Hanbury, …
Two iconic Dorset landmarks have been revitalized to provide much-needed affordable housing for local residents, blending the region’s rich history with modern living. In Chickerell, the former Ponderosa UK Stud—a globally …
A Dorset dairy farm, Manor Farm Dairy Ltd, has been fined after discharging slurry that severely polluted a local river, affecting up to four kilometres of aquatic habitat. The farm, located in Hilfield near Dorchester, …
A 49-year-old woman tragically lost her life following a two-vehicle collision on the A37 near Maiden Newton, Somerset, on Wednesday, October 22. The crash involved a black Kia Niro and a grey Peugeot 107. The driver of the …
This November, visitors to Dorset’s iconic Nothe Fort in Weymouth will encounter a moving tribute to the lives lost during the 1982 Falklands War: a dramatic installation of 255 life-sized silhouetted figures. Created by …
Service members and their families recently gathered at The Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset, for a free community wellbeing event designed to offer support, solidarity, and opportunities for creative expression. The annual …
Emily Victoria’s harrowing story of enduring sexual abuse by her father from the age of two until she was 17 is now shared boldly in the documentary A Paedophile In My Family: Surviving Dad, recently released on Netflix …
Dorset Council has extended the consultation periods for two significant planning documents following an overwhelming number of responses and widespread reports of technical difficulties on its online platform. The Local …
Weymouth is set to become home to an exciting new indoor mini golf attraction, Globalls, featuring two 12-hole courses. The project will transform the vacant former Iceland food store on St Thomas Street, which has stood …
Nestled on the stunning Dorset coastline, the historic town of Lymington feels as though it’s been ‘frozen in time.’ This picturesque port town, where the River Lymington meets the sea and the New Forest stretches on the …
Nestled along the scenic Dorset coastline, Lymington is a timeless gem that continues to attract a steady flow of tourists and homebuyers eager to experience its unique allure. This historic port town is perfectly situated …
The Silent Woman Inn, a historic pub in Wareham, Dorset, has changed its name for the first time in over 100 years, stirring debate among locals and visitors. The pub, long known as The Silent Woman, took its name from a …
The psychological thriller The Woman in Cabin 10 has made a striking entrance on Netflix, featuring Keira Knightley as investigative journalist Lo Blacklock. The film’s intense atmosphere is heightened by its authentic …