Improvements in Preston - some worthwhile, others perhaps not!
• The Environment Agency at work on the beach wall recently made me realise just how successful have been the changes they have made over the years. Except for short periods the Preston Beach Road has...
View ArticleWW1 Pictures and stories wanted
As we all know this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Great War. To commemorate this the library will be putting on an exhibition of this terrible event.
View ArticleOsmington Casino Night a Winner
A night of fun and laughter was enjoyed in Osmington with the 2nd Casino Event organised by The Osmington Society. The Black Jack, Roulette and Games Tables were kept busy all evening whilst villagers...
View ArticleDo you remember the Park District in the 1950s and 60s?
Perhaps you bought a bike from Samways, (I think that may have been my first bike! but I never bought it myself) or worked at Digby’s? Maybe you drank at The Stag or The Ranelagh?
View ArticleWin Celebrates 99 years and counting!
Win Hudson was born on 8th March 1915 in Birmingham but has spent most of her life in Weymouth. Although losing her husband George after 60 years of marriage she makes the most of her time playing...
View ArticleCommunity Quiz News
Saturday February 21 saw another hugely successful community quiz at the Park Community Centre, Chelmsford Street. We had 52 residents turn up in 11 teams for a hugely entertaining evening A big...
View ArticleYour chance to comment on local holiday park planning application
• Some years ago the Waterside Holiday Park applied for planning permission for a change of use of their existing touring caravan site to use by 45 static caravans. This was turned down, and the...
View ArticleLocal people and shops help out widow
A recent raffle at the community centre during the Friday night Bingo session raised £100 for the widow of Colin Harmer who sadly passed away a few weeks ago. Colin, a well-known singer and club...
View ArticleThe disappearing pedestrian crossing island - a case for Sherlock Holmes?
• I recently mentioned the plans to create two new pedestrian crossing islands in Preston Road. Whether these were really necessary was open to debate, but the Highways Department obviously thought so...
View ArticleSuccess at the Heart of Westham
Community Group opens up opportunities for residents and organisations to see 'What's on in Westham'
View ArticleProfits go to a good cause
The Osmington Society: Following the success of the Casino night on the 15th March, at their last meeting, the committee agreed that the profits of £300 should be given to St Osmunds Church for the...
View ArticleOsmington Film Club
The club is growing in popularity and more films are planned throughout the Summer in the Village Hall.
View ArticleGiving it up for Lent!
THE LAST of the Lent Lunches in St Mary’s Church, Stratton takes place from 1pm on Thursday April 10. Lunch consists of homemade soup, bread and cheese.
View ArticleLocal fundraiser steps down - can you help?
• Betty Hennessey rang to say that the Weymouth East Scout & Guide Group Spring Jumble sale raised the magnificent total of £450, and she would like to thank all those who turned out to assist,...
View ArticleLet's put the spirit back into music
Have you ever wanted to join a band and also be part of a community. The Spirit of Life band are looking for new members.
View ArticleGo to market to aid Dorset Search and Rescue
Help raise money for Dorset Search and Rescue at a village market.
View ArticleArts and crafts market
Stock up on gifts, arts and crafts at a market tomorrow from 2-3.30pm at St Martin’s Community Hall in Broadmayne. For more information call 01305 853765.
View ArticleFun and games at Easter
If the kids are looking for things to do this Easter then they could start at the library on Thursday 17th between 2.30 and 3.30 when the Elmer The Elephant activity session begins.
View ArticleWorld book night book swap
Wednesday is World Book Night and to celebrate this event there will be a Book Swap at both St. Francis church and the library. If you have recently enjoyed a good book and think other people would...
View ArticlePaintings by Nicola Cook
An exhibition of new paintings by Nicola Cook will be on show at the Upwey Old School from 10.30am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
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