Portland2 hrs agoTowns could get e-scooter rental trial under new plansProposed areas include Weymouth, Dorchester, Portland, Chickerell, Corfe Mullen and Upton.2 hrs ago4 days agoCouncil has 'no plans' to use waste incineratorDorset council leader restates the authority's "longstanding opposition" to the proposed facility.4 days ago20 May 2026Second meningitis vaccination call for young peopleVaccine available from 1 June to eligible young people in Weymouth, Portland and Chickerell.20 May 202618 May 2026Council to review £9.5m plans for flooding worksThe council's cabinet is being asked to approve the plans on its meeting on Tuesday.18 May 20262 May 2026Yachts fire sends thick smoke into portResidents are asked to close windows and doors after two small yachts caught fire.2 May 202623 Apr 2026Barcelona road sign swap condemnedA mystery sign swapper has struck again switching Midsomer Norton's signs for cities in Europe.23 Apr 202621 Apr 2026Drug-use remains problem at prison, inspectors sayAn inspection finds drug-use and self-harm remain issues at HMP Portland in Dorset. 21 Apr 202618 Apr 2026Special travel route as pupils get MenB antibioticsChildren at two Weymouth schools are offered antibiotics after three confirmed cases.18 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Three young people contract meningitis in WeymouthYoung people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.17 Apr 2026...
