Alfie Lumb

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Reporter at Bridport News

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Massive cruise ship with more than 2,000 guests makes maiden call

12 hours ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

The Carnival Miracle arrived into Portland Port at around 7.25am this morning with assistance from Tug Rupert Best and is due to leave around 5pm. Reportedly carrying around 2,114 passengers, the ship is on a round-cruise of Spain, Portugal and France. It calls a day after the AIDASol which also brought more than 2,000 passengers to the port. This is the Miracle’s maiden visit to Portland, with her sister ship, the Costa Mediterranea visiting on April 2019.
Easton Gardens on Portland visited by police on ASB patrol

12 hours ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Police at Easton Gardens on Portland on anti-social behaviour patrol (Image: Dorset Police) A TROUBLE hotspot was visited by police and youth workers. Easton Gardens on Portland has become a major problem for anti-social behaviour (ASB). Residents spoke to the Echo last month about the problems which include yobs causing damage, late-night noise, drug taking and drinking.
Bridport Vegan Market postponed due to weather warning

13 hours ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

The Bridport Vegan Market, which was due to take place on the Millennium Green today has been cancelled due to a yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office. A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is currently in place until 6pm today. A spokesperson for Bridport Town Council said: “Sadly the forecast has meant the market has been postponed - but it will be rearranged as it was looking to be a great event with 20 stalls.
Police investigate 'boy racer' complaints - and appeal for video footage

13 hours ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

West Bay Road car park is a favourite place for 'boy racers' (Image: NQ) Police spoke to drivers after investigating reports of 'boy racers' at West Bay. And they have said clear video footage of incidents would help them pursue the matter 'more robustly'. Officers were called to the resort after getting complaints. West Bay is a known hotspot for anti-social behaviour particular related to young drivers speeding around the streets and car parks.
Police warning over 'stranger danger' after suspicious incident involving two boys

14 hours ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Police warning over 'stranger danger' after suspicious incident involving two boys (Image: PA) POLICE have been investigating an incident in Dorset where two boys were said to have felt 'uncomfortable' after being approached by a man they didn't know who asked for help. Officers have confirmed after conducting enquiries that no offences were committed.
"I just want closure" Grandmother's plea to find dog missing since January

21 hours ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

As previously reported, Donna Read was “overwhelmed” by public support as the community rallied round to help try and find her lost pet, putting out food and sending up drones. Willow, a four-year-old grey whippet, fled her home during a thunderstorm on January 27 and has still not been found. It's been 18 weeks since Willow went missing and the public is continuing to help by sharing an appeal on social media.
Two family festivals this weekend - as threat of thunder looms

21 hours ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Crowds at SummerFest 2024. (Image: Supplied) Two summer festivals are expected to go ahead this weekend, despite the threat of heavy rain and thunderstorms. The events, both called Summerfest, will be held in both Weymouth (Saturday) and Dorchester (Sunday), organised by the Weymouth and Portland Round Table and Dorchester Lions Club respectively.
An hour for a 15 minute journey: Residents speak of frustrations over roadworks

23 hours ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Chideock residents have spoke of their frustration in A35 roadworks (Image: Gabby Hannigan) Villagers living along a main route through Dorset say they've felt 'trapped' during major roadworks, with one saying it took them an hour to get home on what would usually be a 15 minute journey. National Highways has been carrying out work along the A35 since May, with a recent night-time closure affecting residents between Axminster and Bridport and road closures between 9pm and 6am.
Severe weather warning for thunder issued as heavy rain forecast this weekend

1 day ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

The Met Office has forecast frequent heavy showers and thunderstorms for much of Saturday, June 7 with a yellow weather warning in place. According to the Met Office, up to 15mm of rain could fall in less than an hour, whilst some places could see around 40mm of rain over several hours from successive showers and thunderstorms. Frequent lightning, hail and strong, gusty winds will be additional hazards with the warning in place from 9am to 6pm.
Came Down Golf Club Ladies' section celebrate success

1 day ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

The club’s Junior member, Maya Simmonds, scored an excellent 66, giving her a second place finish behind Maisie Dezis with a 65, at the West of England U14’s Championship at Mendip Golf Club. Maya was also selected to represent Dorset Girls at their match against Devon at Broadstone the following week. At the Dorset Golf Championships, Sue Stokey won the Gross prize at the Silver Spring Challenge. Alma Walker progressed to the semi-final and final of the Johnstone Cup knockout competition.