Five talking points as England begin final Test series of 2024
England begin their final Test series of 2024 when they take on New Zealand in Christchurch this week, in what is shaping up to be an intriguing three-match contest. Here, PA looks at some of the main ...
Displaced people return to south Lebanon as ceasefire appears to hold
Long-displaced residents of south Lebanon started returning to their homes amid celebrations hours after a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group took effect early on Wednesday ...
Comedian Jason Manford adds Weymouth Pavilion to UK tour
A TOP comedian has added a date in Weymouth to his UK tour following a huge demand for tickets. Jason Manford has announced an additional 89 shows in 2025 as part of his new blockbuster live tour - A ...
Weymouth Christmas tree in place for town lights switch-on
Weymouth's Christmas tree is now in place in New Bond Street Weymouth town centre in time for the Christmas lights switch-on on Saturday, ...
Colombia’s president says visa restrictions to be imposed on British citizens
It comes after changes came into force meaning visitors from Colombia will now need a visa to travel to the UK.
Cost of renting continues to soar in Dorset
Provisional figures from the Office for National Statistics show the average private rent in Dorset reached £993 per month in the year to October – up 7% from £927 a year prior. It was also up 23% ...
Man City collapse ‘difficult to swallow’ – Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola called Manchester City’s 3-3 draw with Feyenoord “difficult to swallow” and admitted he understood the boos that greeted the final whistle after his side threw away a 3-0 lead in the ...
Rare white blackbird spotted in Weymouth garden
A rare form of blackbird has been spotted in Weymouth - thanks to the help of Ozzy the cat. Andy Turner, 54, spotted the all white blackbird perched on his garden fence after his curious kitten 'threw ...
Toby Ingram wins double at Weymouth Triton BJJ competition
MARTIAL art enthusiasts in Weymouth took part in their second inter-club competition of the year with both categories wins going to Toby Ingram ...
Leaders of Ireland’s main parties clash in final debate
The leaders of Ireland’s three main political parties clashed on housing, healthcare and financial management in their final televised debate before the general election.
Portland bet Blackfield & langley 3-1 in Wessex League
PAT Jenkins and Brinley Doyle were in scintillating form as Portland United got back to winning ways in the Wessex League ...
Olympic sailors threaten to leave Portland over incinerator
Olympic sailors based at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy have sent a letter to the Environmental Secretary saying they ...