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Fordington Cemetery designated as Site of Nature Conservation Interest

By Lottie Welch

12th Jan 2021 | Local News

Wildflower work at Fordington Cemetery in the summer

Wildflower work in one of Dorchester's cemeteries has been recognised by the Dorset Wildlife Trust.

It has designated the town council Fordington Cemetery as a Site of Nature Conservation Interest (SNCI).

Second 'throne' could be created after success of first at Salisbury Fields

By Lottie Welch

12th Jan 2021 | Local News

Tree surgeons have carved a 'throne' out of the stump of a tree which had to be felled in Salisbury Field.

The creation has been so successful that it has since appeared in various social media photographs as people pause to pose.

Council tax due to rise as Dorset Council sets its budget for 2021-22

By Lottie Welch

12th Jan 2021 | Local News

Dorset Council is setting its budget for he 2021-22 financial year

Council tax could go up by £1.62 a week for a Band D property as Dorset Council's budget proposals go to cabinet for approval.

Dorset Council is proposing to increase its budget for financial year 2021-22 to just under £313m - from £304m the year before. This budget funds all services the council provides to residents, communities and businesses throughout the year.

The latest Dorchester area planning applications to be approved by Dorset Council

By Lottie Welch

11th Jan 2021 | Local News

The latest Dorchester area planning applications to be approved by Dorset Council

The former Royal Yeoman pub at Dorchester Road, Grimstone has been granted planning permission for conversion back to a house.

The site is currently used as a café, restaurant and B&B with a campsite to the rear used by exempt organisations.

Volunteers needed for Covid-19 vaccination clinic at Dorchester's Atrium Health Centre

By Lottie Welch

11th Jan 2021 | Local News

Volunteers are needed for the Covid-19 vaccination clinic at the Atrium Health Centre in Dorchester

Volunteers are need to help at the Covid-19 vaccination clinic at the Atrium Health Centre in Dorchester.

People are needed to help with the smooth running of the programme, starting on Saturday, January 16, to help on the day of clinics and for there to be a bank of helpers the team can call on as the vaccinations are rolled out.

JOBS: Here are the latest vacancies in Dorchester this week

By Lottie Welch

11th Jan 2021 | Local News

Here are the latest vacancies in Dorchester this week

Here are some of the job vacancies available in Dorchester this week.

Administration and clinic assistant

Doctors and healthcare professionals write open letter to Dorset residents

By Lottie Welch

10th Jan 2021 | Local News

Doctors and healthcare professionals write open letter to Dorset residents

GPs and medical professionals have written an open letter to Dorset's residents to urg them to play their part and stay at home.

They are asking for the public's help to stop the spread of the virus.

Dorchester hotel manager turns his time to fundraising during lockdown

By Lottie Welch

9th Jan 2021 | Local News

A Dorchester businessman is using lockdown to help mental health charities after already raising £12,000.

Steve Chaldecott, manager of the Wessex Royale Hotel in Dorchester, wants to do something with his time while the hotel is closed during the current lockdown.

Relatives should check ahead with care homes before visiting

By Lottie Welch

8th Jan 2021 | Local News

Relatives should check ahead with care homes before visiting

Relatives of those in care homes should contact the home directly before visiting, amidst rising cases of Covid-19.

Managers in care homes and supported living have been working hard to facilitate visiting wherever possible, but with situations changing on a daily basis, the safety of residents and staff must come first. In some cases, that may mean that visits in person can't currently go ahead.

Warning of Covid-19 vaccination scam

By Lottie Welch

8th Jan 2021 | Local News

Some residents have received suspicious calls or texts offering Covid-19 vaccines

Residents are being warned of a Covid-19 vaccination scam.

Some people are receiving suspicious calls and text messages offering the Covid-19 vaccine.

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