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Major Road Closures in Kinson Following Significant Water Leak
Motorists and residents are being urged to avoid parts of Wimborne Road in Kinson following a significant underground water leak that has caused major safety concerns. Wimborne Road is currently closed between the Northbourne Roundabout and The Broadway, with an additional closure in place further along the road between Avebury Avenue and Pinewood Avenue. The […]
Dorset Community Groups Invited to Apply for New Round of Capital Funding
Community organisations across Dorset are being encouraged to apply for a new round of funding designed to help local projects expand, improve facilities, and deliver long-term benefits for residents. Dorset Council has opened Round 7 of its Capital Leverage Fund, offering grants between £1,000 and £25,000 to not-for-profit groups working to improve community spaces and […]
Ever wondered what lies beneath Weymouth’s streets?
History isn’t just found in books—it’s right beneath your feet. This May, you’ll have a unique chance to step into the past and uncover the hidden stories of Weymouth at the exciting Community Excavation Open Day. Taking place on Saturday 9 May, from 10.30am to 3.30pm, this special event invites visitors of all ages to […]
Housing Allocation Controversy: Should Afghan Families Be Prioritised Over Long-Waiting LocalResidents?
The recent Cabinet decision under the Local Authority Housing Fund (LAHF) 4 has reignited a deeply contentious debate: should Afghan refugee families be prioritised for housing over local residents who have, in many cases, waited years on housing lists? Under the LAHF4 scheme, Dorset Council has approved £662,000 in capital funding alongside £4,796 in revenue […]
Reminder to Employers: Permits Required for Young Workers
Dorset Council is reminding local employers of the legal requirement to obtain a permit before employing young people aged between 13 and 15/16. The law applies to all young people from the age of 13 until the last Friday in June of Year 11, when they are aged 15 or 16. During this period, any […]
Proposed Seafront Apartment Scheme Submitted for Weymouth Promenade
A new residential development comprising 50 two-bedroom apartments has been proposed for a prominent site along the Esplanade in Weymouth, Dorset, marking one of the more substantial regeneration opportunities on the town’s seafront in recent years. The scheme, currently at pre-application stage, would see the redevelopment of an existing plot along the promenade to deliver […]
Nominations Now Open for the Mayor’s Community Awards 2026
Residents across Weymouth are being encouraged to put forward the town’s unsung heroes as nominations officially open for the 2026 Mayor’s Community Awards. The Mayor of Weymouth, Caroline Nickinson, is inviting members of the public to recognise individuals and groups who go above and beyond to support others and make a positive difference in the […]
Bin Collection Changes for 32,000 Homes Across Weymouth Area
Thousands of households across Weymouth and the surrounding areas will see changes to their waste and recycling collection days from 13 April as new bin routes are introduced. Dorset Council has confirmed that around 32,000 homes in Weymouth, Portland, Chickerell and Osmington will be affected by the updates. The changes follow a review of how […]
Work Underway to Improve Access at Sandsfoot Gardens
Visitors to Sandsfoot Gardens may notice some activity this week as the Greenspaces Team begins improvement works aimed at making parts of the gardens easier and safer to access. The team is currently repairing the steps and handrails that lead from the upper section of the gardens down towards the pond area. Alongside these repairs, […]
Harbour Revision Order Agreed for Dorset Council’s Harbours
By: Jake Brewer – BAJ accredited journalist Dorset Council has secured formal approval for a Harbour Revision Order covering its three statutory harbours at Bridport (West Bay), Lyme Regis and Weymouth, a move expected to modernise harbour governance and support future development. (Dorset Council) What Has Been Approved The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has agreed […]