Sam Vernon

Here's what was making the News headlines 50 and 25 years ago

TREASURE hunters can uncover precious artefacts while raising cash for good causes, thanks to a burgeoning organisation.

RURAL residents who want to care for the countryside can become volunteer rangers.

STAFF at a convenience store are celebrating after bagging a prestigious award.

A PROJECT to improve and enhance a popular footpath has moved a step closer.

BRIDPORT Tourist Information Centre (TIC) is enjoying record visitor numbers.

VISITORS to Lyme Regis seafront could enjoy free Wi-Fi next year.

A RESIDENTS’ group and parish council remain at loggerheads over how to solve a village’s traffic problems.

COMMUNITIES across West Dorset paid their respects to fallen heroes at the weekend.

A HOLIDAYMAKER captured a curiosity in the sky while visiting a beach close to Bridport.