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Weymouth Councillor Continues Push for Action on Marsh Drug Dealing Concerns

Weymouth councillor Alex Fuhrmann has provided an update on efforts to tackle concerns about alleged drug dealing and anti-social behaviour on the Marsh following a strong public response to a recent social media post. The councillor said he had received a significant number of comments and personal experiences from residents after raising concerns about the […]

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Anonymous Prison Officer Calls for Greater Investment in Prison Healthcare and Mental Health Services

An experienced prison officer has spoken anonymously about the growing pressures facing prisons, warning that staff are increasingly caring for some of society’s most vulnerable individuals without the resources they need. The officer, who requested anonymity due to concerns about professional repercussions, said dedicated prison staff continue to go above and beyond their duties despite […]

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‘How Much Longer Can We Keep Going?’ Prison Officer Speaks Out on Pressures Facing Staff

A frontline prison officer has spoken anonymously about what they describe as a growing crisis within the prison system, warning that staff morale is at “rock bottom” and questioning how long officers can continue working under increasing pressure without meaningful change. The officer, who works on the frontline in a UK prison, says the public […]

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Weymouth Woman to Appear in Court Following Fatal Dorchester Collision

A 54-year-old woman is scheduled to appear in court later this month in connection with a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in Dorchester last year. ​The legal proceedings follow a comprehensive investigation by Dorset Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Team into an incident involving a vehicle and a cyclist on Bridport Road. ​Incident Summary ​The […]

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Supporting Local Matters: Weymouth Café Celebrates First Anniversary

Independent businesses are the heartbeat of towns like Weymouth, bringing character, community spirit and local jobs to the high street. One business celebrating a major milestone this year is Scott’s Kitchen, which marked its first anniversary on 14 April after opening its doors at 10 Gloucester Street. Over the past year, the family-run café has […]