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Dorchester: Man arrested for drink driving and possession of class B drugs

By Lottie Welch

22nd Jul 2021 | Local News

A 55-year-old local man has been arrested for drink driving.

The arrest was made after Dorchester police received some community intelligence about a regular drink driver in Cerne Abbas.

Dorchester: First extreme heat warning issued by Met Office

By Lottie Welch

21st Jul 2021 | Local News

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for extreme heat covering Dorchester.

It says we should expect:

Dorchester: Pandemic reduces town mayor's costs

By Lottie Welch

20th Jul 2021 | Local News

Dorchester mayor councillor Gareth Jones

The pandemic has reduced the costs associated with Dorchester's mayor – largely because of a lack of public events to attend.

Councillor Richard Biggs served two years in the post because of the pandemic with the new mayor, Cllr Gareth Jones, taking office at an outdoor ceremony in the Borough Gardens, thought to be the first time the event has been held outdoors.

Dorchester walk of the week: A troop around Tolpuddle

By Lottie Welch

20th Jul 2021 | Local News

Start at the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum, turn left - if its behind you - to walk into the village

Every week we will be sharing a circular walk in and around our local area with directions and photos. We use the OS Map app, which is very useful if you are out walking.

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you will be able to receive the walk first every Friday and be able to enjoy it over the weekend.

Dorchester: Planning application submitted to turn South Walks House into flats

By Lottie Welch

20th Jul 2021 | Local News

The controversial decision to close Dorset Council's most up to date building, South Walks House in Dorchester, has taken another step this week.

A prior approval planning application asks for conversion of the building to 41, one, two and three-bed apartments.

Jobs in Dorchester: Here are the latest vacancies

By Lottie Welch

19th Jul 2021 | Local News

Jobs in Dorchester: Here are the latest vacancies

At Dorchester Nub News we want to help you find a new job or start on a new career.

Here are some of the roles available this week in and around Dorchester:

Dorchester: Covid lockdown restrictions - here's what's changing from today

By Lottie Welch

19th Jul 2021 | Local News

Lockdown restrictions have been lifted in England from today (Monday).

Here's what has changed:

Dorchester businesses! Be a part of our online business directory and add your details now

By Lottie Welch

18th Jul 2021 | Local News

At Dorchester Nub News, we are encouraging local businesses to add their details to our Local List.

We want to create a business directory for both residents and visitors to find services, shops, eateries, bar, hairdressers and much more.

Dorchester roadworks: Here's what's taking place this week

By Lottie Welch

18th Jul 2021 | Local News

Here are some of the roadworks coming up that could cause delays to motorists:

Until July 20, Highways England will be doing works on the A35 westbound between the A37 and the junction with the A3066 and the road will be closed.

Dorchester businesses: Will restrictions still be in place where you work after July 19?

By Lottie Welch

17th Jul 2021 | Local News

The Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce the end of coronavirus restrictions in England on Monday, but many businesses across Dorchester will be keeping some in place.

Wearing masks, social distancing, and protective screens may remain in some of the town's establishments - let us know what you're doing and be added to our list for readers to know what restrictions - or not - are in place when they visit you.

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