A Dorchester school is to have solar panels fitted to the roof of the building.
Manor Park Church of England first school, off Mellstock Avenue, is the latest public building to benefit from a 'green' grant offered to Dorset Council by the Government.
By Lottie Welch
28th Nov 2021 | Local News
A yellow weather warning for wind is in place for Dorchester and the South West today (Saturday).
The Met Office issued the warning as Storm Arwen is expected to bring high winds that may cause some travel disruption and damage.
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By Lottie Welch
27th Nov 2021 | Local News
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By Lottie Welch
27th Nov 2021 | Local News
Infection rates and Covid hospital admissions have risen across the county since last week.
Public Health Dorset reports that there are 2,231 confirmed cases in the last seven days in the Dorset Council area, compared to 1,994 on November 19, and 2,343 in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council area, compared to 2,283 on November 19.
By Lottie Welch
26th Nov 2021 | Local News
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By Lottie Welch
25th Nov 2021 | Local News
West Dorset MP Chris Loder is raising his concerns of the A35, including condition of the road, gullies, white lines, signage and cats eyes.
He held a meeting with National Highways following the creation of the A-Roads Taskforce he launched earlier this year to address urgent and long-term issues with Dorset's main roads.
By Lottie Welch
25th Nov 2021 | Local News
Benches in Dorchester are being given a new lease of life.
Seats in Charles Street and South Street are looking very smart after being reconditioned by Dorchester Town Council.
By Lottie Welch
25th Nov 2021 | Local News
People in Dorchester could soon be fined for intentionally feeding seagulls if residents support plans for new anti-social behaviour orders.
Dorset Council has launched a consultation asking residents for their views on proposed Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs).
By Lottie Welch
25th Nov 2021 | Local News
To celebrate the return of Dorchester Christmas Cracker, everyone is invited to take part in a new fancy dress parade.
Turn up in fancy dress to the all-day event on Saturday, December 12 and join the town crier, Elmer the elephant, a bear found at Dorchester West Station and other characters for the parade through the town.
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