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Air Dorset 107.2FM has confirmed that its brand new studios in Weymouth town centre are nearing completion, with an official opening date set for Monday 11 May 2026 at 10:00am The date has been carefully chosen as it marks the 13th anniversary of Air Dorset first broadcasting on FM, making the occasion both a celebration of the station’s history and a major step forward for its future. In a significant honour for the station and the town, Michael Dooley the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, the King’s official representative has confirmed he will officially open AIR’S, new purpose built studio’s

Person dies on railway line between Bournemouth and Brockenhurst A person has tragically died on the railway line on the route between Weymouth and London Waterloo. Officers from British Transport Police confirmed they were called to New Milton railway station at around 11.10am on Thursday 5 March following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

A stronger crackdown on illegal waste dumping has resulted in a significant increase in fines for fly-tipping across Dorset. Data published by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) shows that local authorities in England dealt with 1.26 million fly-tipping incidents during 2024–2025, a nine per cent rise compared with the previous year.Across the South West, there were 55,349 reported cases, representing an 8.1 per cent increase.In contrast, figures from Dorset Council show the county experienced a decline in incidents.

Residents have expressed shock and disappointment after vandals smashed 16 windows at public toilets on Weymouth’s seafront during the early hours.The damage occurred at the town council’s unisex toilet block located beneath the Beach Office on the Esplanade. Weymouth Town Council confirmed that the incident was captured on CCTV and the footage has been passed to Dorset Police as part of their investigation.

A man has sadly died following a medical incident on Weymouth seafront. Emergency services were called to The Esplanade on Monday evening (March 2) after reports that a man required urgent medical attention. Police officers and paramedics attended the scene shortly after 5pm

The main Ridgeway road between Weymouth and Dorchester will be closed for overnight works for almost two weeks starting on this evening. The A354 Monkton Hill will be shut between 8pm and 6am on weeknights from Monday, March 9 until the morning of Saturday, March 21. The closure will affect the stretch of Monkton Hill from the Stadium Roundabout heading south for around 2,730 metres. The road will reopen during the daytime and throughout the weekends to help reduce disruption for drivers.

As the town prepared for one of its busiest social weekends of the year, volunteers from Weymouth Street Pastors are once again ready to play their quiet but vital role in keeping people safe. On Friday and Saturday nights, teams of trained volunteers will patrol Weymouth town centre from 10:45pm onwards, offering reassurance, practical help and a friendly presence for anyone who needs it.

One Premium Bonds holder in Dorset scooped a £100,000 prize in the latest draw. While only two bondholders across the UK win the top £1 million prize each month, thousands of smaller prizes are also awarded.

A busy road in Weymouth is set to remain closed for almost three weeks while essential works are carried out. Spa Road has been closed between its junctions with Dorchester Road and Radipole Park Drive to allow SGN (Southern Gas Networks) to safely carry out works in the area. The project will be completed in stages, with Spa Road scheduled to remain closed from March 2 until March 20.

Dorset Council is supporting and encouraging people to take part in a survey by Ageing Without Children (AWOC). Ageing Without Children is the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting and advocating for people who are ageing without the support of adult children. The charity is currently reviewing its strategy and priorities for the next four years and is running a short survey to gather experiences and views.

Firefighters at Weymouth Fire Station are celebrating a series of professional milestones achieved by members of the on-call crew. Crew Manager Adrian Miller has successfully passed his Incident Command Revalidation, confirming his continued ability to lead crews safely and effectively at operational incidents.

Residents and jobseekers are being invited to celebrate the opening of a new home care office in Poundbury next week. Loval care provider Agincare will officially open its new Dorchester base at 22 Peverell Avenue West, near Queen Mother Square, on Tuesday 10th March. The event will begin at 10:30am, when members of the public can tour the new premises, meet the care team and learn more about the services available to residents across Dorchester and surrounding areas.

The owners of a well-known harbourside restaurant in Weymouth are preparing to bid an emotional farewell after ten years running the business. Eric Tavernier and his wife Joanna, who run the award-winning Les Enfants Terribles, have revealed they intend to step away and put the restaurant up for sale after a decade in charge. The restaurant will not close immediately and is expected to remain open for the time being. Mr Tavernier said they anticipate trading “probably throughout this season, depending on when we find the right buyer.” He added that while they are looking ahead to new opp

Young Farmers Seek Local Charity to Support During Weymouth Visit The Chairman of the South West Area of the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs has put out a call for local charity nominations ahead of a major regional visit to Weymouth this weekend. Young Farmers from across the South West will be in the seaside town from Friday through to Sunday, bringing a busy programme of activities and events.

Dorset Council awards over £137,000 to Nothe Fort for essential repairs Weymouth, Dorset – Dorset Council has awarded just over £137,000 in grant funding to support vital roof repairs and improved protection works at Nothe Fort. The funding will help safeguard the historic fort against the elements, ensuring it remains one of Dorset’s most loved visitor attractions.