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How wartime bombing changed this Weymouth neighbourhood forever

Fascinating then and now pictures show how Chapelhay in Weymouth changed after wartime bombing devastated part of the neighbourhood

12 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Weymouth school named one of the most improved in country for student attendance

All Saints Church of England Academy in Wyke Regis, Weymouth, has earned a National School Attendance Award for 2025/26.

12 October 2026
Dorset Echo

See the pictures as thousands enjoy Weymouth Beach Motocross despite rain

Weymouth Beach Motocross returned to the seafront, drawing thousands of spectators from across the UK despite wet weather

11 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Race at beach motocross halted after rider suffers suspected broken leg

The first race of the day at Weymouth Beach Motocross was brought to a halt after a rider suffered a broken leg on the challenging seafront circuit.

11 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Remember Weymouth's lost butterfly farm where Boris the tarantula terrified visitors?

Take a nostalgic look back at Weymouth Butterfly Farm, the colourful Lodmoor attraction remembered for its tropical butterflies, parrot and Boris the tarantula

11 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Convenience store run by couple for 40 years sold to new owner

A Weymouth convenience store that has been run by the same owners for four decades has been sold to a new buyer

11 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Ironman race sells out in just two days as organisers blown away by demand

IRONMAN 70.3 Weymouth has become the fastest-selling event of its kind in the UK after entries for the 2027 race sold out in less than two days.

11 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Car park and road closure announced for Weymouth Beach Motocross

Weymouth Pavilion car park, the Pavilion forecourt and road access to the area will be closed from 8am until 5pm on Sunday for the Beach Motocross.

10 October 2026
BBC Dorset

Beach closure as Motocross circuit returns

Get ready for some high-octane action, Weymouth! Our beautiful beach is set to transform this weekend as a motocross circuit makes its exciting return. Just a heads-up for beachgoers, there will be some temporary closures in place while the event takes over.

10 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Popular market returns this weekend with local food and handmade goods

The popular Weymouth Farmers' & Makers Market is to return on Sunday with local food and handmade goods

10 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Festive evening of networking and celebration to come to Weymouth next month

The Weymouth and Portland Chamber of Commerce (WPCC) will hold its annual Christmas party at Oliveto in Weymouth on Friday, November 27

10 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Former Royal Marine shot six times in combat finishes triathlon with broken leg brace

Former Royal Marine James Hill completes Weymouth Ironman 70.3 despite brace breaking, thanking the community after being shot six times while serving

10 October 2026
Dorset Echo

'Despicable' child rapist jailed as victim praised for bravery

Weymouth man Liam Robert Porter jailed for four years and six months for historic child rape offences in Stalbridge following a Dorset Police investigation

9 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Shoplifting suspects detained as £347 of goods recovered

Two suspected shoplifters were detained in Weymouth with £347 of goods retrieved during a joint operation.

9 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Three arrests and anti-social behaviour crackdown in busy week of action

Weymouth and Portland police make three arrests in week of neighbourhood action

9 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

Dorset weather forecast: Strong winds up to 45mph on Friday for Dorchester, Portland, Weymouth and Bridport. Weekend brings sunny intervals, light showers.

9 October 2026
Dorset Echo

'Independent and family-owned businesses all make Weymouth town centre special'

Lloyd Hatton MP had the pleasure of attending the Curry Life Awards in London to celebrate Herok and Panna, the duo behind Chilli’s Restaurant in Weymouth.

9 October 2026
Dorset Echo

The redevelopment dream that could have changed Weymouth forever

These ambitious post-war plans would have transformed Chapelhay into Weymouth's civic centre with council offices, courts and government buildings

8 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Company applies for goods vehicle operator's licence for site in Weymouth

Holloway Contracting Ltd has applied for a goods vehicle operator’s licence at Bayard Dairy, Goulds Hill, Weymouth, DT3 4EL.

8 October 2026
Dorset Echo

Son of Downtown Abbey creator visits Weymouth school for scriptwriting workshop

Year 11 drama students at Wey Valley Academy in Weymouth took part in a scriptwriting session led by Peregrine Kitchener-Fellowes

8 October 2026

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