Ivor Jones
Dorset Echo
United Kingdom
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Drugs, drinking, fighting, urinating and even sex: The sordid scenes greeting visitors to Weymouth
A GATEWAY to Weymouth continues to be blighted by yobs, it is claimed, despite efforts by authorities to tackle the disorder. → Read More
Yeovil Riders took on a charity bike ride in aid of the Lee Rigby Foundation
More than 100 motorcyclists took to the roads for a charity bike ride to support the bereaved families of servicemen. → Read More
The Curly Hair Project autism workshops will take place in Durweston near Blandford
A short series of workshops on autism, described by some as life-changing, are coming to Dorset. → Read More
Jet skiers spot pod of dolphins off Portland coast
A group of jet skiers spotted a large pod of dolphins of all ages while out on a trip along the coast. → Read More
Radipole Park and Gardens in Weymouth could have an early Christmas present coming its way
There could be an early Christmas present in store for a local beauty spot as it learns whether the first stage of its bid for £1.4m of… → Read More
THANK YOU: Golden retriever Bella makes a visit to her lifesavers
A couple whose golden retriever was rescued by the coastguard returned to Dorset to thank a team for their efforts. → Read More
Councillors pledge to take action after bank holiday traffic caused misery at beauty spot
COUNCILLORS have pledged to take action to deal with the “nightmare” traffic misery caused by tourists trying to get to a nearby natural… → Read More
Planning row kicks off over use of helicopter base
A planning row has broken out over plans for a helicopter base to be put to use again as a pilot training facility. → Read More
Veterans, residents and local figures honour the brave men and women of the Merchant Navy
Veterans, councillors and members of the public gathered to remember the Merchant Navy and its service to the country at the weekend. → Read More
'Who was my taxi driver hero?'
An elderly woman is searching for a taxi driver whose quick actions prevented her from being knocked down when she fell in the road in Weymouth. → Read More
Thousands enjoy the atmosphere at Dorset's biggest agricultural event
The county’s largest agricultural event of the year returned with a bang, with thousands coming from across the UK to take part in the unique… → Read More
Coastguard investigate reports of paraglider appearing to land in the sea
A Coastguard team was called out to reports of a paraglider appearing to land in the sea. → Read More
Could a former school site become a new community asset for Portland?
A recommendation for a former school site to be nominated as a community asset looks set to be approved by a council. → Read More
Lifeboat comes to the rescue of stranded lone yachtsman
A lifeboat crew was called to rescue a lone yachtsman whose yacht had engine failure. → Read More
Things are getting into gear for the Dorset County Show this weekend
Dorset's biggest rural event of the year will have more events, stalls, competitions and displays combined than ever before in its 157-year history. → Read More
Fundraising group joins campaign to tackle mental health issues
A committed fundraising group has joined a campaign to help improve access to mental health services in Dorchester. → Read More
Police and Crime Commissioner calls for crackdown on animal abuse
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner Martyn Underhill has called for a crackdown on animal cruelty. → Read More
Hero lifeguards come to rescue of teenager drowning 400m offshore
A lifeguard has told of how he and his colleagues rescued a 16-year-old girl who nearly drowned while swimming off Weymouth Beach. → Read More
Come and tell your stories of Shire Hall
An historic building which is being turned into a courthouse attraction is looking for your memories and stories. → Read More
Spruce the penguin finds 'sole mate' through dating website
One very lucky penguin seems to have found his perfect catch via a dating website. → Read More