Two paddleboarders and dogs rescued after drifting offshore
Volunteers from Weymouth Lifeboat station were called out at 4pm yesterday, Saturday June 1, to help two female paddleboarders and two dogs at the East of Lulworth Cove.
Residents urged to stay vigilant when running summer barbecues
Sherborne Fire Station has issued urgent safety advice reminding people of the fire risks when having a barbecue.
Police stop potential shoplifter in town centre
Weymouth and Portland Neighbourhood Policing team were alerted to a man attempting to shoplift in Weymouth town centre and causing a nuisance on The Esplanade.
Boat crew "in difficulty" at sea
Volunteers from Weymouth lifeboat were called out to help boat crew after a vessel was reportedly in difficulty south of Portland Bill.
PICTURES: Folk festival takes over harbourside
The Wessex Folk Festival festival has returned to Weymouth showcasing talent of Morris dancers and various folk musicians.
'Man with knife tried to enter night-time venue'
Weymouth and Portland received a report from door staff in Weymouth town centre yesterday evening, Friday May 31, that a man had tried to enter the premises with a knife.
Police target anti-social behaviour hotspot in Bridport
Dorset Police has increased patrols around scenic areas of Bridport and Dorchester highlighted as hotspots for anti-social behaviour.
Evening of musical hits and film favourites to be held in Weymouth
One Voice Choir & Upwey Music will perform popular tunes from Broadway musicals and film soundtracks live at St Laurence Church in Upwey.
Restored eagle sculptures land at manor house
Two lead eagle statues which have resided over Mapperton House, near Beaminster, for around 300 years, have recently been restored.
TV broadcaster launches search to honour Dorset's unsung heroes
Royal Marine veteran, JJ Chalmers has launched the search to honour thirty of Dorset's unsung heroes as National Lottery Game Changers.
