There are now more than 170 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Dorset. The latest figures from Public Health England show 11 new cases in the Dorset Council area, bringing the total to 91. There are 9 new cases in the Bournemouth, Christchurch
TWO more people have died of coronavirus in Dorset. One death was recorded at Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester and one by the Dorset Healthcare University NHS Trust. The Department of Health said the number of coronavirus-related hospital
The Grand National may have cancelled for the first time in its 181-year history due to the Coronavirus - but a different event will be held this weekend. All is not lost for horse racing fans - who will still be able to cheer on the 40-horse field
RESTRICTIONS banning dogs from parts of the county's beaches will come into force despite the lockdown. On many of the county’s beaches, the start of the spring and summer restrictions for dogs will begin next week. These restrictions are contained
Georgia Humphreys chats to Mark Womack about his new role in Emmerdale. There's a new face stirring up trouble in Emmerdale - dodgy DI Malone, played by Mark Womack. He tells Georgia Humphreys why viewers will love to hate the villainous character
Whether you're self-isolating or working from home, here are 10 gardening jobs to focus on during lunch. If you're working from home or self-isolating and want to get into your garden, your lunch hour should provide ample time to make a start on
It's amazing what you become thankful for when you go down with suspected coronavirus and enter self-isolation, says Ella Walker. Obviously, top of the gratitude list right now are NHS staff and key workers, swiftly followed by having family and
A DORSET letter writing charity has experienced a huge surge in requests as more vulnerable people are self-isolating due to the coronavirus outbreak. From Me to You is a charity which tackles the social isolation, often experienced by cancer patients
More than half a million people have signed up to help the NHS - double the government’s recruitment target - but what will they be doing in their new roles? At his daily press conference last month - prior to being diagnosed with coronavirus -
Trips to the supermarket have been getting less frequent for many households as the lockdown remains across the country. But having to rely on food items that last longer, like dried grains and tins of fruits and vegetables doesn’t mean settling
AS lockdown continues there has inevitably been confusion about which pets should and should not be taken to the vets. This was not helped by a “TV vet” giving out advice earlier this week that completely contradicted all the advice from our governing
COMMUNITY groups in Dorset are reporting an increase in online scams relating to the current coronavirus pandemic. Several say their members have received emails asking for bank details relating to home schooling, asking for payment to protect computers
Changes to the inside of Bridport’s Kingdom Hall in South Street have been approved – together with new signs for the outside. Dorset Council said the interior alterations, include removing a more recent wall and re-modelling the space, which would
THE Social Workers Union claims that Dorset could struggle to maintain its help to families if staff sickness levels increase because of coronavirus. It says the authority has almost 50 staff vacancies and that social workers, based on official
Last month you wrote about mindless individuals causing damage to trees in Dibden View, Bridport. It’s highly likely it’s the same people responsible for the corner Cherry Tree. I think it’s likely Magna planted three, and within the week one was
The mayor of Bridport is saying a big ‘thank you’ to all those helping the elderly and vulnerable and reminding people to stay safe. Cllr Barry Irvine is showing his appreciation to the many volunteers and community groups that have been set up
