Laura Hanton
Dorset Echo
United Kingdom
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Past articles by Laura:
It's 'game' set and match for businesses
IN a recent television interview, the Duchess of Rutland said that pheasant deserved a bigger place on UK menus. → Read More
Love Monster author on seeing her creations brought to life
The work of a Dorset author has been translated from page to screen in a brand new production for Cbeebies. Laura Hanton finds out more. → Read More
What to do in Dorset this weekend
FRIDAY *DON'T miss the pantomime adventure of Robinson Crusoe at Preston Village Hall, with performances tonight at 7.30pm and tomorrow at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Join the Preston Pantomime Group as they tell the story of the crew of Saucy Sue, who set sail on the seven seas in search of the long lost treasure of Mermaid Reef. Tickets are £8 for adults, £5 for children and £20 for a family of four,… → Read More
Celebrate Dorset's past with the works of William Barnes
CELEBRATE the works of William Barnes with the Ridgeway Singers and Band at Stalbridge Village Hall on Sunday, February 23, from 2.30pm. → Read More
Coldplay tribute band to perform the band's famous hits in Dorset
FOR Coldplay fans disappointed by the band's decision not to tour, the next best thing comes to Weymouth Pavilion on Thursday, March 5. → Read More
Recorder musician Olwen Foulkes to perform at Dorchester Corn Exchange
AN ACCLAIMED recorder player will explore the fascinating and colourful repertoire of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, in a concert at Dorchester Corn… → Read More
"Taking time out to observe life makes you realise how great it is": new art gallery coming to Weymouth
A new gallery is opening its doors on Weymouth quayside. Laura Hanton dropped by to take a look inside. → Read More
Strictly's Italian star is heading to Weymouth on solo tour
STRICTLY Come Dancing's Italian star is set to embark on his fourth solo tour, which calls into Weymouth. He tells Laura Hanton what audiences can… → Read More
Can you help trace former bellringer?
A LEAD bell ringer from St Laurence's Church, Upwey, is asking Echo readers for their help. → Read More
There's still time to visit an exhibition about local heroes who took part in Battle of Britain
There are still opportunities to see a soon-to-be-closing exhibition in Crossways on 152 (Hyderabad) Squadron, who played a key role in the Battle… → Read More
Let them entertain you - Take That tribute band is heading to Weymouth Pavilion
A TRIBUTE show celebrating three decades of one of the world's greatest boybands is coming to Weymouth Pavilion on Thursday, February 20. → Read More
Unravelling the mystery of Portland 'love tokens'
A PORTLAND resident has discovered another 'love token' at Church Ope Cove, prompting theories about what once took place on the sandy shores. → Read More
Fundraising dinner organised to help search Dorset Search and Rescue replace their 'unreliable' vehicle
A FUNDRAISING dinner will help to support Dorset search volunteers - and help to replace their 'unreliable' vehicle. → Read More
Great Dorset Chilli Festival 2020
WITH the Great Dorset Chilli Festival celebrating its 10th year, it's time to sow your seeds and get ready to compete. → Read More
New support group for teenage girls in Dorchester
A WEEKLY support group for teenage girls has been introduced by certified therapist, Tracy Kimberg. → Read More
Lambing weekend at Kingston Maurward (Here are all the details)
LAMBING weekend at Kingston Maurward College, near Dorchester, will be followed by a wedding fair the following weekend. → Read More
Weymouth Pavilion to show gripping adventure films as part of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
A SELECTION of gripping action and adventure films will be screened at venues across the UK as the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns… → Read More
Looking Back: How Weymouth's 'little ice age' affected food deliveries
MANY of you remember the 'little Ice Age' we referred to in Looking Back two weeks ago - Christmas 1962 when towns and villages were cut off because… → Read More
Dorset farm's grass skiing fun attracts 100 youngsters
AFTER a winter with no snow, teenagers in January 1975 went skiing on a farm in the Dorset countryside. → Read More
A look back at big events in little village
For a sleepy village, Puddletown has hit the headlines many a time over the last few decades. We look back at the events that caused a stir. → Read More