• Thu. Sep 21st, 2023

Urgent call to secure Devon’s village halls

In an era marked by evolving community dynamics and changing societal needs, village and community halls across Dorset have developed into central hubs for an ever-growing variety of activities. In…

Dorset electrical wholesaler finalist in national awards for second time this year

Devondale Electrical Wholesaler, which has branches in Bridport and Weymouth, is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Wholesaler of the Year category…

Open Evening Set For Weymouth Carnival

The anticipation is building, and the stage is set for an extraordinary evening of fun, networking, and incredible opportunities – it’s the Weymouth Carnival Open Evening! This year, mark your…

HMV -Wilko Rescue Deal Collapses

In a dramatic turn of events, Doug Putman, the billionaire owner of HMV, has been unable to salvage up to 300 Wilko shops, as his ambitious bid was thwarted by…

Truths, Lies, Manipulation & Hate?

Over the past six months, a multitude of groups has surfaced, all expressing strong reservations regarding the housing of asylum seekers on The Bibby Stockholm barge. These groups have articulated…

Major Search Operation Underway For Missing Diver

A major search operation is underway to find two divers who hasn’t reported back when he should have. The search us still underway

Asylum Seekers Removed from Bibby Stockholm Over Disease Fears.

Image – Pa Media Dorset, August 11, 2023 – A group of asylum seekers were promptly evacuated from the Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset after health authorities detected traces of…

Weymouth Carnival: Committee Outlines Sponsorship Packages and Pitch Fees Ready For “The Big Return”

After a six-year hiatus that felt longer than ever, Weymouth Carnival is set to make a triumphant return next August, rekindling the spirit of community and celebration that the event…

Letter: Keep Our Ticket Offices Open

I am writing to highlight the proposed closure of rail ticket offices that will have a devastating impact on blind and partially sighted people’s ability to travel independently: stopping people…

From Activism to Extremism: The Controversial Transformation of “No To The Barge” Protest Group

The “No to the Barge” protest group, initially formed to voice concerns about the Bibby Stockholm barge accommodating asylum seekers in Portland, has taken a concerning turn in recent times.…

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