West Dorset District Council followed ‘reasonable process’ over new offices
A review conducted by independent auditors, finds that West Dorset District Council has followed a ‘reasonable process’ in its decision to relocate to new offices.
New recycling banks launched
New recycling banks for food and drinks cartons have been launched today across the region.
Weymouth and Portland to welcome Olympic Flame with spectacular beach celebration
Weymouth & Portland Borough Council has announced its plans for the Olympic Torch Relay celebration on 12 July.
Music service on song to become hub for local talent
Dorset’s music service has been announced as a centre of excellence for music education.
Purbeck District Council office holders re-elected
There has been no change in the leadership of Purbeck District Council.
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White Mill bridge to be repaired
Posted on 22 May 2012
Work is starting this month to repair Sturminster Marshall’s 16th century bridge. Masons working on the outside of the bridge from scaffolding in the River Stour will replace damaged stonework and repoint White Mill bridge using a traditional lime mortar.
2012, Weymouth
100 days until the London 2012 Paralympic Games begin
Posted on 22 May 2012
There are just 100 days to go until the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games this summer.
West Dorset, Weymouth
Have your say about the future of West Dorset and Weymouth & Portland
Posted on 21 May 2012
Local people will be asked to have their say about a plan to shape the future of West Dorset and Weymouth & Portland at special drop-in sessions in June and July.
Dorset County, Education
Dorset Adult Learning serves up cooking qualification
Posted on 18 May 2012
Five people with learning disabilities are celebrating after achieving qualifications in basic cooking techniques.
Dorset County, Environment
Farmer banned from keeping cattle after prosecution
Posted on 18 May 2012
A Dorset farmer has been banned from keeping cattle for two years and sentenced to an eight week curfew order after being prosecuted for failing to provide adequate feed to his herd of 90 cattle, and causing unnecessary suffering to one of his cows.
2012, Dorset County
The Olympic Flame is on its way
Posted on 18 May 2012
The Olympic Flame will begin its 70-day journey around the UK on Saturday 19 May and is due to arrive in Dorset in July.
Christchurch, Council news
Cllr Peter Hall elected Mayor of Christchurch
Posted on 18 May 2012
Cllr Peter Hall has been sworn in as Mayor of Christchurch at the annual meeting of Christchurch Borough Council.
Christchurch, Leisure
Weather gods smile on busy Christchurch Food Festival
Posted on 18 May 2012
The weather gods smiled on Christchurch Food & Wine Festival as, after days of rain, the Saturday and Sunday of the International Food Market was blessed with beautiful sunshine.
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Christchurch: Cllr Peter Hall elected Mayor of Christchurch - 18/05/12
Cllr Peter Hall has been sworn in as Mayor of Christchurch at the annual meeting of Christchurch Borough Council. Cllr Hall serves the town centre ward a...
Dorset County: White Mill bridge to be repaired - 22/05/12
Work is starting this month to repair Sturminster Marshall’s 16th century bridge. Masons working on the outside of the bridge from scaffolding in the River St...
East Dorset: What’s your community doing for the Diamond Jubilee? - 27/04/12
The four day Bank Holiday weekend celebrating HRH the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee from 2-5 June will be enjoyed by thousands of local people as well as visitors a...
North Dorset: Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership is launched - 11/05/12
The Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) was launched at Lulworth Castle on 8 May with 200 business representatives attending and a video address from Mark...
Purbeck: Purbeck District Council office holders re-elected - 17/05/12
There has been no change in the leadership of Purbeck District Council. At the Annual Meeting of Purbeck District Council, members of the council elected off...
West Dorset: West Dorset District Council followed ‘reasonable process’ over new offices - 21/05/12
A review conducted by independent auditors, finds that West Dorset District Council has followed a ‘reasonable process’ in its decision to relocate to new o...
Weymouth: 100 days until the London 2012 Paralympic Games begin - 22/05/12
There are just 100 days to go until the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games this summer. The Paralympic sailing events will take place i...
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