Diarmuid MacDonagh

Contributor at Bridport News

Regional Group Editor at Dorset Echo

Regional Group Editor at Bournemouth Daily Echo

Regional Group Editor at Southern Daily Echo

Articles

Lawrence of Arabia - the legend who lived and died in Dorset

1 week ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

T E Lawrence on one of his Brough Superior motorcycles Lawrence of Arabia, who spent his final years in Dorset and lies in Moreton graveyard, was one of the most enigmatic and controversial heroes of the First World War. His self-perpetuated legend grows ever more intriguing. Every piece of memorabilia pertaining to Lawrence is snapped up by enthusiasts and mystery and conspiracy were never far away in life and in death the body lay in a plain elm coffin.
'I saw the horror'- Dorset soldier who liberated Nazi death camp tells his story

1 month ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

THIS coming week marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the German concentration camp Bergen-Belsen. Ken Knight was one of the first men through the gates. He spoke movingly about the experience to the Dorset Echo in 2003 when he was living in Sutton Poyntz, near Weymouth. Here we re-publish the interview with Ken, who passed away in 2007. On April 17, 1945, Ken Knight walked through the gates of hell.
Major scheme for 145 homes in Dorset revealed

1 month ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

AN ‘in principle’ application has been submitted for a 145-home development at Crossways. The site, off the West Link Road, includes proposals for access, open spaces, landscaping and a green space. It adjoins a plot where almost 50 homes are currently under construction with more than half the new site to be given over to an area of permanent green space which will include a circular walking route and landscaping.
Plans for tipi tent restaurant unveiled in Dorset

1 month ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

2 1/1 LATEST holiday-related planning proposals in the rural Dorchester area include notification of a temporary campsite at Owermoigne and plans for a Tipi-based temporary restaurant at Silverlake. A maximum of 50 camping pitches are planned for Moignes Court, Moreton Road between July 22 and September 1st. The application has been submitted to ensure it complies with nitrogen neutrality conditions relating to water courses leading into Poole Harbour.
New crossings planned to improve safety on Weymouth road

2 months ago | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

EXTRA no waiting restrictions are being proposed for part of the A354 Portland Road and Merley Road, together with three new pedestrian crossings. Dorset Council say the ‘no waiting at any time’ restrictions are needed to improve pedestrian safety.
Magic of Christmas and dance in fabulous performance of The Nutcracker

Dec 4, 2024 | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

My daughter's words captured the essence of this performance better than I ever could. 'Totally brilliant and magical. The dancers were incredible and I can't want to see something like this again.' As a dancer, albeit on the first steps of her ballet journey, I bow to her superior knowledge of the intricacies of the art. However, it does not mean that I didn't share in her appreciation of this outstanding performance of The Nutcracker at The Mayflower Theatre in Southampton.
Magic of Christmas and dance in fabulous performance of The Nutcracker

Nov 29, 2024 | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

Nutcracker at the Mayfair (Image: English National Ballet) My daughter's words captured the essence of this performance better than I ever could. 'Totally brilliant and magical. The dancers were incredible and I can't want to see something like this again.' As a dancer, albeit on the first steps of her ballet journey, I bow to her superior knowledge of the intricacies of the art.
PICTURES: Photographer captures snow scenes across county

Nov 20, 2024 | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

9 1/1 Photographer Graham Hunt has been out this morning capturing snow scenes in the west of the county. He said: "Conditions are treacherous in many areas and there are road closures in place. "Several drivers are stuck on hilly parts of the A35 and along the coast road."
Elderly man seriously assaulted in popular park

Jun 28, 2024 | msn.com | Diarmuid MacDonagh

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Elderly man seriously assaulted in Easton Gardens on Portland

Jun 28, 2024 | dorsetecho.co.uk | Diarmuid MacDonagh

Police at Easton Gardens (Image: Weymouth and Portland Police) An elderly man suffered a serious assault in a popular park A man was later arrested in connection with the incident on Portland yesterday afternoon. A spokesperson for Weymouth and Portland Police said: "At around 16:20 officers from Portland NPT attended Easton Gardens, near to the public toilets. "At the location we dealt with a local male in his 70s who had been the victim of quite a serious assault.