Dorset Council4 hrs agoAxed lollipop patrol to be saved and relocatedDorset Council says it is in talks to move the school crossing patrol to a different location.4 hrs ago1 day agoPlans to strengthen coast and flood defencesCoastal protection for Swanage and West Bay's harbour walls set to be approved by Dorset Council.1 day ago6 days ago'Ridiculous' new rule means end of lollipop patrolThe lollipop patrol outside Lytchett Matravers Primary School will come to an end in March.6 days ago23 Feb 2026Thousands of street car chargers to be installedDrivers without off-street parking will benefit from 3,000 new on-street car charging points.23 Feb 20267 Feb 2026Retirement complex approved after inquiryDorset Council rejected the project last year but a planning inspector approved it after an inquiry.7 Feb 20265 Feb 2026'Cruel' farmer banned from keeping sheep Nigel Turner pleaded guilty to 19 offences at Weymouth Magistrates' Court.5 Feb 20265 Feb 2026What is groundwater flooding and why Dorset is seeing 'historic highs'With a Met Office yellow warning for rain in effect people are being warned about the dangers of groundwater flooding.5 Feb 202629 Jan 2026School transport cancelled as heavy rain forecastDorset Council said it, with roads flooded, it had to consider the safety school journeys29 Jan 202627 Jan 2026Bridge repair vital despite traffic light delaysTemporary traffic lights are being manned to minimise tailbacks while urgent repairs take place.27 Jan 2026...
