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View from www.viewnews.co.uk WEYMOUTH & PORTLAND Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 Pick up your free copy Helping out troubled teens Trevor Bevins forced to leave home due to family To get involved or find out more about sup- Reporter | [email protected] problems. Others have been in ported lodgings, contact Bronagh Fahey on care, and they find themselves 07702872992, e-mail [email protected] A CHARITY is appealing for struggling to cope alone. Step by or visit the website www.stepbystep.org.uk Dorset hosts to help make a new Step and its team of hosts bridge life in the New Year for young peo- the gap between home, or being in ple who are suffering a hard time. care, and living independently in TAXI The charity, Step by Step, helps the community. “ find homes for 16-21 year-olds Hosts offer not only a home but through its Supported Lodgings can offer help to young people to Scheme. improve their everyday living wwwweeeeyyyylllliiiinnnnnnnneeee Local hosts are from all walks of skills, such as cooking, budgeting life who share two main things in and cleaning. common – they have at least one Said Bronah: “In successfully be- spare room and want to help a coming a host, Step by Step will young person experiencing hard match you to a young person who times, have a brighter future. would fit in with your family and Local organiser Bronah Fahey lifestyle. You will have the oppor- 0011330055 7777 777 77 said: “Hosts make extraordinary tunity to meet the young person nTHEMayor and Mayoress of Weymouth Kevin and Anne Brookes things happen, by providing ac- before they move in. Both you and turned out on Christmas morning to support the brave charity commodation, support and guid- the young person will have your swimmers making the dash across the harbour - see pages 8 & 9 ance to young people as they grow own support worker as well as 24- into young adults.” hour help and support.” She is looking for paid hosts Step by Step also offers full train- across West Dorset, Weymouth ing and has approved young cou- C a r p ets Selecct aton“ adS oyPmoouretn lyagon puden rwgsho pnoe .coapnl eo fhfearv ae rboeoemn pfpaelmeospi,l liee. ss,i nbgigle fampailrieens tsa,n d somldaelrl The Home Selec(cid:30)on Specialists Choose in comfort at home. 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MANAGING DIRECTOR & EDITOR the amount of plastic in the sea Philip Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446155 DEPUTY EDITOR James Coles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446168 LYME REGIS EDITOR Francesca Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446154 WEYMOUTH & DORCHESTER SUB-EDITOR WEYMOUTH man Patrick Howie has launched and the plastic. to the sea – let’s protect it. Lisa Bright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446141 BRIDPORT & BEAMINSTER REPORTER an online petition lobbying the Government to “Boy, so much plastic - bags, bottles, straws, “A Government created day (or weekend) on Lottie Welch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446161 create a national awareness day on the amount buds, string, containers - so much, every day. which all organisations can focus, increasing WEYMOUTH & DORCHESTER REPORTER of plastic in the sea. “The experts say that within a few years, un- the sum of the parts. An annual reminder Trevor Bevins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07763 535778 Mr Howie, who regularly swims in the sea, less we change, there will be more plastic in the around which organisations collaborate, for ex- SPORTS EDITOR said: “There’s something umbilical about the sea than marine life! And it’s getting into our Howard Larcombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446152 sea: a sense of closeness, the sound, the colours, food chain; tiny particles appearing in our sea ample why not a cordon of sea protection festi- SPORTS REPORTER vals around the coastal counties and working the beaches, bird and marine life, living na- food. From land to sea and back again, maybe Stuart Broom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07966 140429 harbours? Family, educational, fun, fish and PRODUCTION MANAGER ture. we’re the ones committing suicide?” sea orientated?” Rob Larcombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446140 “As I swim along I see fish, crabs and differ- Mr Howie continued: “My idea is to get the GROUP SALES MANAGER ent shells, sometimes a lobster and sometimes Government to create a national awareness Patrick’s petition needs 100,000 signatures by Natalie Edmeades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446145 giant jellyfish. day specifically against plastic in the sea. April for it to be considered for debate in Par- ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER “Then I see lost footballs floating away which There is no such dDay at the moment and it liament. Rob Coombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446146 I sometimes manage to rescue. Then I see the would be great if Britain were the first. To sign up, visit https://petition.parliament. SALES EXECUTIVE debris: the cans and crisp packets, the glass “We have great historical and cultural links uk/petitions/202198 Jodie Glover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446166 DISTRIBUTION Artists wanted Alison Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446159 ACCOUNTS Anita Routley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446149 for seaside Info at a glance ... improvement HOSPITALS Dorset County Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251150 Bridport Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422345 Weymouth Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251150 projects Portland Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . ..(01305) 820341 DOCTORS NHS Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Bridport Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 421896 The Lyme Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442195 COULD you stop people littering Dorset's beau- Kent House Medical Practice, Lyme Regis . . .(01297) 443399 Barton House Medical Practice, Beaminster .(01308) 861938 tiful coastline? Or maybe you've got creative Tunnel Road Surgery, Beaminster . . . . . . . . .(01308) 861800 ideas about how to regenerate seaside parts of Elms Medical Centre, Charmouth . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 561068 Poole. Abbotsbury Road Surgery, Weymouth . . . . .(01305) 780806 Abbotsbury Road Surgery –Chickerell branch Artists are wanted for high-profile projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 761915 working on two of Dorset Coastal Connections’ Lanehouse Surgery, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785681 initiatives. The first opportunity involves find- Dorchester Road Surgery, Weymouth . . . . . .(01305) 766472 Queens Avenue Surgery, Dorchester . . . . . . .(01305) 262886 ing ways to improve Shore Road Beach and Atrium Health Centre, Dorchester . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251545 Branksome Chine and pays an artist fee of CHEMISTS £9,000. The second seeks ideas for how to Lloyds Pharmacy, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) change people’s behaviour and stop them litter- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 424350 ing our lovely beaches. It pays an artist fee of Co-op Pharmacy, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422100 £7,000, plus a materials budget of £2,000. Boots, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) . . . . . . . . . . Both projects recognise the importance of the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422475 Boots, Lyme Regis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442026 artists, who will have a creative input from the The Pharmacy, Charmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560261 beginning. They will be working as part of a Beaminster Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 862288 cross-disciplinary team. Boots, Dorchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 264340 Victoria Park Pharmacy, Dorchester . . . . . . . .(01305) 264012 The anti-litter project is being led by Litter Boots, St Mary Street, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785076 Free Coast and Sea working with the Dorset Boots, Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth . . . . . . .(01305) 785754 Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Food and Weldmar Snowdrop Services Boots, Portland Road, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 786071 Lloyds Pharmacy, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785484 Drink programme. It focuses on Bournemouth, Day Lewis Pharmacy, Chickerell . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 779054 Weymouth, West Bay and Lyme Regis. Boots, Easton Square, Portland . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820230 Litter Free Coast and Sea aims to reduce ma- Boots, Fortuneswell, Portland . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820409 rine and beach litter, and improve bathing WELDMAR Hospicecare is holding nine Beaminster, St Mary’s Churchon Tuesday SPORT & RECREATION water quality along the Dorset coast. We have Snowdrop Services throughout the county 6th February at 11am Bridport Leisure Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 427464 some of the cleanest beaches and best bathing in February. Lyme Regis, St Michael the Archangel on B! Health & Fitness, Lyme Regis . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442266 water quality in the country. Litter Free Coast 1610 Beaminster Sports and Leisure . . . . . . . .(01308) 861775 and Sea would like to help keep it that way and The charity’s Snowdrop Gardens and Walks Wednesday 7th February at 2.30pm Weymouth College Sports Centre . . . . . . . . .(01305) 208713 were established to provide a lasting memo- Sturminster Newton ,The Railway Gardens Budmouth Community Sports Centre, Weymouth make our beaches even better. Can you help? rial to those who were dear to the bereaved. on Monday 12th February at 11.30am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 830508 Both these projects are part of the wider Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre, Dorchester .(01305) 266772 Dorset Coastal Connections portfolio of 18 pro- The services are held in late winter when Shaftesbury, Bell Street United Churchon St Osmund’s Sports Centre, Dorchester . . . .(01305) 756472 jects funded by the Coastal Community Fund snowdrops first appear, reminding people Monday 12th February at 3pm LIBRARY SERVICE and coordinated by the Dorset Coast Forum, that the hope and warmth of spring are not Blandford, St Peter’s & St Paul’s Church Bridport Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422778 Burton Bradstock Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 897563 who are working collaboratively with The Arts far away. on Tuesday 13th February at 2.30pm Beaminster Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 862362 Development Company and the individual pro- The nine Snowdrop Services of Remem- Lyme Regis Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 443151 ject teams. brance in 2018 are : All are welcome to attend these services. Charmouth Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560640 Dorchester Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 224440 Deadline for the Poole regeneration project is If you wish, snowdrops may be planted in Weymouth Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 762410 January8th. Litter Free Dorset deadline is Jan- BridportSt Mary’s Churchon Thursday 1st memory of your loved one, and their name Portland Tophill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820171 Portland Underhill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820149 uary 19th. See The Arts Development Com- February at 11am included in the Snowdrop Memorial book Chickerell Community Library . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 760095 pany’s website for more details: Sherborne, Sherborne Abbeyon Friday which is kept in each location. Weldmar ask LOCAL COUNCILS www.theartsdevelopmentcompany.org.uk 2nd February at 11am for a donation of £10 to cover costs; this do- Dorset County Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 221000 Gillingham, The Cemetery Gardenson nation would be acknowledged by a com- West Dorset District Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422248 Bridport Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 456722 Saturday 3rd February at 11am memorative card. Beaminster Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 863634 Stalbridge, The Pound Gardenson Sunday For more information call Weldmar’s Be- Lyme Regis Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 445175 Charmouth Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560826 4th February 3pm reavement Services on 01305 215300. Weymouth and Portland Borough Council . .(01305) 838000 Chickerell Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 767458 Dorchester Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 265844 Portland Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 821638 28 charged during Christmas driving campaign POLICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 TOURIST INFORMATION A FURTHERnine people have been charged Throughout the month-long operation, offi- Bridport TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 424901 with drink or drug driving offences as part of cers requested breath tests from all drivers Lyme Regis TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442138 Dorset Police’s Christmas drink and drug involved in road traffic collisions, irrespec- Dorchester TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 267992 driving campaign. tive of whether or not they suspected a drink CITIZENS’ ADVICE They are due to appear at court in Poole and driving offence. Bridport CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 456594 Weymouth this month Drivers could expect to be tested during rou- Weymouth CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0344 245 1291 Dorchester CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 231400 The campaign ran from Friday, December tine stop checks and if they were stopped for SAMARITANS (cid:2)DON’T FEED THE GULLS: Fish and chips is 1st through to Monday, January 1st. A total of an offence. Drugwipe sample kits were used Local helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 771777 part of the fun of the seaside, but the litter it 28 people have been charged with offences on drivers suspected of being unfit to drive ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hour helpline creates needs to be disposed carefully during the campaign. through drugs. Answered locally in confidence . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 7697555 www.viewnews.co.uk WEYMOUTH Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 3 Traffic collision Police investigate two fatal collisions OFFICERSare appealing for witnesses to come forward following a road traffic collision in Weymouth. At 10.50am on Thursday, December 28th, TWOfatal collisions took place in the Dorch- you have any dashcam footage that could assist Portland Coastal Marathon Dorset Police were called to reports of a colli- ester area in the period between Christmas and with the investigation? sion on Avenue Road near to the junction with New Year. "Our specially-trained officers continue to EntriEsare being invited for February’s Port- Officershave launched a direct plea to the support the woman's family at this very diffi- land Coastal Marathon. Walpole Street involving a black Audi A3 and driver of the vehicle that killed a woman in cult time." the event starts from the national sailing a cyclist. Dorchester to do the right thing and come for- Anyone with information is asked to contact Centre on February 4th offering runners a full The cyclist, a 55-year-old Weymouth man, ward. Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via marathon, half marathon or 10km run. sustained serious leg injuries and was taken to Police were called at 7.46pm on Wednesday, email [email protected] or by calling Last entries close on January 21st. Dorset County Hospital for treatment. December 27th, to reports of a collision between 101, quoting incident number 28:354. Alterna- Further details from www.fullonsport.com or A 45-year-old Weymouth man was arrested on a pedestrian and a car on The Grove. tively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on via Mark steen on 077 529 02080 or by email suspicion of driving offences and has been re- The 39-year-old female pedestrian from 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. to [email protected] leased under investigation. Dorchester was taken to Dorset County Hospi- Police Constable Sean Ford, of Weymouth po- tal, but she sadly died from the injuries sus- lA second collision , also on Wednesday, De- lice, said: “I am appealing to anyone who wit- tained. Her family are being supported by cember 27th occurred to the west of Winter- nessed the collision or the driving of either the specially-trained officers. bourne Abbas just before 3.30pm between a car or the cyclist immediately prior to the inci- A 24-year-old man from Dorchester, 36-year- blue Ford Fiesta and a red Volkswagen High Up. dent to please contact Dorset Police. old man from Piddlehinton and a 43-year-old The 95-year-old male driver of the Volkswa- “I would also like to speak to anyone who was man from Bristol were arrested in relation to gen was pronounced dead at the scene. An 87- in the area at the time and may have dashcam the incident and have since been released with- year-old female passenger sustained footage that would assist with my investiga- out charge. life-threatening injuries and was taken to WINDOW AND DOOR REPPAAIIRRS tion.” Inspector Joe Pardey, of Dorset Police's traffic Dorset County Hospital. They were both from Anyone with information is asked to contact unit, said: "We have made large-scale enquiries the Wimborne area. Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via into the incident and based on the information The 70-year-old driver of the Fiesta from email [email protected] or by calling immediately available at the time, three people Lyme Regis was taken to Dorset County Hospi- 101, quoting incident number 28:98. Alterna- were arrested in connection with the collision. tal for treatment to injuries not believed to be tively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on "Following further enquiries, it has been es- life-threatening. 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. tablished that their vehicles were not involved Road closures were put in place on the A35 be- Officer assault in the incident and they have been released tween Dorchester and Bridport. The road re- without charge. opened at around 9.20pm. A MANwho assaulted a detainee custody offi- "I am making a direct plea to the driver of the Police Inspector Joe Pardey, of the traffic cer and fellow inmate at the Verne Immigra- vehicle that collided with the victim to please unit, said: “My thoughts are with the families • EXPERT REPAIRS FOR UPVC WINDOWS tion Removal Centre on Portland has been do the right thing and come forward. A family of those involved in what is a very difficult jailed for 12 months. have been left grieving over the loss of their time. • DOORS AND CONSERVATTORIES Shuaib Hagi, 20, pleaded guilty to assault and loved one and are desperate for answers. "I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the • ANY AGE ANY MAKE WE H AVE TTHE SOLUTIONS was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court "We now believe that the vehicle responsible collision or the driving of either vehicle imme- • LO CKS HINGES HANDDLES on December 15th had travelled down the hill on The Grove and diately prior to the incident to please contact • MISTED AND CONDEN SAT ED GLASS Police Sergeant Adie Wyncoll, of Dorset Po- away from Dorchester town centre. Dorset Police.” • RUBBER SEALS AND MAINTTENANCE lice' Prison Crime Investigation Team, said: "I would urge anyone with information about Anyone with information is asked to contact DON’T DESPAIR WE CAAN REPAIR the incident, however small, to please contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via “Dorset Police works very hard to tackle vio- Dorset Police. email [email protected] or by calling PPhhoonnee:: ((0011330055)) 777722334444 lent and disruptive behaviour in custodial fa- "If you were driving through Dorchester be- 101, quoting incident number 27:240. Alterna- cilities. Mobile: 07899 8244331 tween 7pm and 8pm on Wednesday evening, did tively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on "I hope this case sends a clear message that of- you see any vehicles acting suspiciously or do 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. E-mail: [email protected] fending in detention will not go unpunished.” Lifeboat launched to support THE UP cargo vessel in gale force winds WEYMOUTHRNLI lifeboat was launched on YOOUR SLEEEVE New Year's Eve to go to the assistance of the 1,662 ton, 82-metre cargo vessel, Pilsum, which had suffered engine failure. The boat was on passage to Truro when she suffered engine failure off of Portland Bill in the afternoon. The lifeboat stood by the vessel, which had drifted to the East near to Kim- meridge Bay in the near gale force winds and rough seas until a tug, the Kingston was on scene to take the Pilsum in tow. Swanage lifeboat was launched to take over Call Rob Coombbe on 01297 446146 from Weymouth lifeboat and continue escort duties from St Albans Head into Swanage Bay. Weymouth lifeboat was released and re- or email [email protected] nENGINE FAILURE: The cargo vessel Pilsum turned back to Weymouth at 10.30pm. lA WEEKearlier, on Christmas morning the prior to the swim across the harbour to pass on Mayor and Mayoress Kevin and Anne Brookes his best wishes to the volunteer crew members. had dropped into the Weymouth lifeboat sta- This year he was joined in the swim by lifeboat tion to meet the crew and their families. crew members Stef Driver, Alice Higgins, Jules Cllr Brookes called into the lifeboat station Hutchings and Nick Newman. n THEMayor and view Mayoress with from lifeboat crew members and their families newspapers 4 Wednesday, January 3rd 2017 WEST DORSET www.viewnews.co.uk View Fammily Announncements TTEERRRRYY DDDDUUNNCCAANN Wishing my wonderfful dad a Birthday on the 7th January thatt's as special as he is. Happy Birthday! Love you alwways Jo xxx haPPY bIRTHDAY! 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The team in- bbuussiinneesssss providing good mental health care in preg- cludes a consultant perinatal psychiatrist and nancy is important because mental health obstetrician, mental health practitioners and Booooosssttt!! specialist midwives. doesn’t automatically improve when a baby is A The clinic works closely with West Dorset on the way. PANDAS, a local support group for mums af- “We were thrilled that Munchkins Play Café fected by anxiety and depression in pregnancy in Dorchester gave us the use of their party or after their baby is born, who tell mums 'it's space upstairs to celebrate. 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All announcements must be in by 12 noon on Fridaayy ffoor the ffoollowwiinng wweeeeks publication. www.viewnews.co.uk WEST DORSET Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 5 Coach company raises Buttons workshops £2,000 for hospital HARDY’S Birthplace Visitor Centre will be hosting the very popular Dorset Button work- COACHtour operator Crossways Travel, based shops again in 2018 with Anna McDowell BEM near Dorchester, chose the Friends of Dorset from Henrys Buttons. Anna’s aim is to keep the County Hospital as their charity of the year for heritage craft of the Dorset Buttons industry 2017. alive by sharing her passion and skills with at- During their annual Christmas party staff tendees as well as attending shows and festi- from Crossways Travel were delighted to pre- vals across the county. sent a cheque for £2,000 to the charity. Anna said: “My Dorset Buttons are worked in The money raised will go towards the much the traditional way using contemporary mate- needed new radiography unit for the hospital. rials and designs. The feedback I have re- Kadi Crocker, owner of Crossways Travel ceived from the workshops is so positive that said she was delighted with the amount raised is spurs me on to offer more.” this year for the charity and is now starting the Annas skills are used outside of the county planning for 2018's charity of the year which too, with commissions for films such as Far will be the Dorset Blind Association. Kadi said from the Maddening Crowds and working she would like to thank all the people who with Living History Groups, including Hamp- helped to make the donation possible. ton Court Palace. Magna staff provide a Beginners and advanced workshops are available starting on January 15th with a be- ginners class. The other dates are February 5th for advanced, February 26th beginners boost for four charities and March 26th advanced. Hardy's Birthplace Visitor Centre is at Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QJ. Classes take place from 10am to12.30pm STAFF from local housing provider, Magna mas draw. and cost £15 plus £1 for materials. Housing, have donated a total of £850 to local Lara Battersby, communications assistant Booking is essential - contact 01305 251228 charities, thanks to funds raised from their for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, or [email protected] monthly lottery. said: “We would like to thank members of MEL U3A group fayre Magna’s Employee Lottery, MEL, as it is re- for nominating the charity to benefit from this ferred to by staff, is run internally every fantastic fundraising initiative. Dorset and DORCHESTERand District U3A is holding a month, giving staff a chance to win money and Somerset Air Ambulance receives no direct group fayre to demonstrate the activities of raise cash for charities of their choice. funding from the Government or the National some of its 50 groups – which range from ar- Members of MEL recently nominated the Lottery and relies on the generosity of the pub- chaeology to yoga. charities they would most like to benefit from lic for support. Our operational costs are over The event is being held on Monday, January the money raised over the last year. As a result £2.5 million a year so we are grateful to receive (cid:2)STAFFfrom Crossways Travel present their 8th, at the Trinity Parish Hall, Culliford Road, of the nominations, four local charities have support from initiatives such as this.” charity of the year cheque to the Friends of Dorchester DT1 1QG from 10 to 11.45am. Ad- each received a donation from MEL. Dorset Elaine Crooke, head of policy, governance Dorset County Hospital mission is £1 and includes tea and coffee and Somerset Air Ambulance received £400. and research and MEL chair at Magna, said: served all morning. Naomi’s Hospice and Jacksplace, The Joseph “It’s great to have been able to help four local If you have a news story please Those interested in joining the U3A with a Weld Hospice and Dorset Mind each received £150. charities using the MEL funds that have been view to consolidating or expanding their areas Gail Everett and Lin Reed, pictured above, raised. Our employee lottery has been a suc- contact Trevor Bevins on of interest are welcome to come along and collected the donation on behalf of Dorset and cessful way for staff to have the chance to win 07763 535778 or email find out what is available. Somerset Air Ambulance and also picked the one of three prizes per month and raise money [email protected] lucky winning numbers for the MEL Christ- for charity at the same time.” BRIDPOORT AUCTIONS (est. 1994) The AUCTTION HOUSEE: Monthly & lively live online Sales of Antiques && Collectables Wiissshhhiiinnngg YYooouu Allll a Prososppeerroouuuss 2018! Nutmeg Grater: £420 Cigarette case: £5000 Last Year, over 500 local people chose to sell their goods through us. Doll: £1800 TToy Drummer: £240 See photos for some prices realised. Pocket Watch: £650 We are accepting items for our Brush Pot: £450 next and forthcoming sales, from the 2nd January onwards. For home visits & enquiries 01308 459400 Telephone Davenport: £650 Letters: £450 Wrist Watch: £5000 GGuitar: £4200 [email protected] www.bridportauctionhouse.com Address: No. 1, St. Michael’s Trading Estate, Bridport, Dorset DT6 3RR Beatles Books: £500 Silver Cuttlery: £16000 Vase: £600 6 Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 WEYMOUTH & PORTLAND www.viewnews.co.uk Freemasons provide the funds Nominate your hero Future of Portland THEend of this week is the closing date to to save the Herbert collection CONSULTATION meetings about a Port- nominate Weymouth and Portland’s ‘unsung land Neighbourhood Plan are being held in heroes’ - those who volunteer their time to the coming days. help others. The plan, if approved, could shape future The closing date for the Borough Council’s DORSETFreemasons have given more developments on Portland for years to annual Good Citizens Award is January 5th. than £4,300 to save an historic photo col- come. It includes a category for under 18s. Nomination forms are available online via lection at the Dorset History Centre. It will suggest where new homes and busi- the Dorset For You website or from the coun- The Dorset Archive Trust has been try- ness could be allowed, or even encouraged, cil offices in Commercial Road. ing to save the “Herbert Collection” of and which areas ought to be protected. images showing 20th century life in Ideas are also being put forward for educa- Village defibrillator Dorset. When Richard Merritt, leader of tion, public transport, community facilities and tourism. Dorset’s Freemasons, heard about the A LIFE-saving machine has been installed at The process is being led by Portland Town project to save the pictures, he stepped Owermoigne Village Hall with a training ses- Council which is working in collaboration sion being held towards the end of the month. in to help. with other organisations. The defibrillator has been put in place after Vinegar syndrome, an irreversible The next public consultation event will be the parish council found funding for the ma- breakdown of the acetate, has been de- held this Friday, January 5th, from 11am chine. stroying the negatives. To save this fas- until 2pm at the Chesil Beach Centre. Although the machine itself gives operators cinating insight into the county’s On Monday 8th there will be another ses- instructions on what to do in the event of a history the Dorset Archive Trust needed sion from 10am until 1pm at St John’s Hall; heart attack an awareness session is being to act quickly. Dorset Freemasons vis- on Tuesday 9th from 3-5pm at the Osprey held for those interested on January 27th at ited the archives and presented a cheque Leisure Centre; on Thursday 11th from 10.30am in the village hall, run by ambulance to allow the charitable foundation to 11am until 2pm at the Chesil Beach Centre staff. complete the digitisation all the images. and finally, on Friday January 12th from 5- Further information is available from Tony During 2017, the 300th anniversary of 7pm at Outpost, Fortuneswell. Wormald on 01305 851972 the first Masonic Grand Lodge, Dorset Comments and suggestions made at the Gift from Mayor’s fund Masons have held regular celebrations consultations will be collated and consid- across Dorset, usually with a charitable ered with a further consultation on any pro- THEMayor of Weymouth and Portland Cllr focus. Richard Merritt said “We are de- posals made later in the year. Kevin Brookes has donated £100 to the South lighted to provide some extra funding for Portland camera club West Dorset Talking Newspaper from his this project. As Freemasons, we believe Christmas fund. His appeal, run in partnership with the in playing a key role in our communities PORTLAND Camera Club is inviting Weymouth and Portland Lions Club, is and give time and money to charitable prospective members to join them for their shared between a number of local good ventures regularly.” first meeting of the year. causes. Sam Johnson, the County Archivist It is being held next Wednesday, January Organisations are invited to apply for a said: “I just wanted to thank the Freema- 10th, in the Peter Trim Hall, when club share of the funds via the Mayor’s office at sons for the very generous support of- members will enjoy a competition - "Sunrise the Borough Council. fered to the Herbert photographic & Sunset" to be judged by Sid Jones. project. The donation has made all the Club meetings are held on alternate Singers wanted difference and means that we can now Wednesday evenings usually from 7:30pm, finish the job.” lasting until around 9:30pm. The majority of TPaHrEk Wdiastterricstid, ae rSei nlogoekrsin, bga fsoerd n ienw W meyemmobuetrhs.’s The Herbert Collection is the work of the indoor meetings are held at the Peter The community singing group meets Graham Herbert, a professional Wey- (cid:2)RICHARDMerritt, Provincial Grand Master of Dorset Trim Hall, St. Georges Centre, Reforne. weekly at the Community Centre in Chelms- mouth photographer. Herbert captured Freemasonry presents the cheque to Sara Loch, Further information about the club can be found at its website - http://www.portland- ford Street with the next meeting due to take many aspects of local life during the Trustee of the Dorset Archive Trust, with Cassandra place next Monday, January 8th from 2.15pm. 1950s, 60s and 70s. Pickavance, archivist at the Dorset History Centre cameraclub.com/Index.html www.viewnews.co.uk WEST DORSET Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 7 Portland super slimmer loses 91/2 stone (cid:2)MUTUAL SUPPORT: Left to right, back, Shirley, Angela, Mel, Pearl, Chris, Pauline and Gina. Seated, Gabrielle, Perwina and Margaret A helping hand from Weldmar (cid:2)MARIASutherland before joining the Portland Slimming A GROUP of people who lost loved-ones three months after her dad died”. World group and, around the same time in 2012 are still meet- Gabrielle Markes from Dorchester said: “I ON the first day that right, dressed for her ing up five years after forging strong friend- like the informality, the shared experiences Maria Sutherland daughter’s wedding ships. and the companionship. We have a laugh.” walked through the after losing nine and The 11-strong group, aged from their 40s to Her daughter, Perwina Whitmore, said: doors of the Portland a half stone their 80s, met through attending coffee morn- “Over the years we’ve got very relaxed in Slimming World group ings and counselling, carers’ and art therapy each other’s company; we’ve got to know sshhee wcaosu lodnn 'ct ruwtcahlke s,u ans- Common sense grTohuepys , iantc Wluedled mtharre He omspoitcheecra raen.d daughter each other well.” aided due to severe back pairs, but just one man – Chris Bagley. Weldmar Hospicecare is a charity that pro- and knee problems, and Angela Strudwick from Chideock said: “We vides end of life care for people living in she couldn't speak with money 3 spend a lot of time cuddling each other and Dorset who need specialist support. This care clearly for a while due to eating cake. These days we go to all sorts of also extends to the family and loved ones of being out of breath. In places, we’re like a family. It’s like coming patients, which includes both pre and post-be- addition to her back and home”. reavement support such as the support given knee problems she had Melanie Gale, who attends with mum to this group. COPD, diabetes and high THISweek we’re person. don’t do the Lottery. Shirley Churchill, said: “I really got involved The NHS contributes around 25 per cent of blood pressure. talking about They’re more likely How often are you with Weldmar because they supported my the costs to run Weldmar. Which means the All these health prob- ‘N’ – National to get that right than asked to spend two children so well after both of their charity has to raise over £10,000 per day in lems had made Maria Lottery, No. you are to win the money when you re- grandads died”. order to provide its outstanding services decide she needed to do The National Lot- lottery. ally don’t want to? Shirley said: “Mel lost her father-in-law just across Dorset. something about the one tery is made to look Instead of spend- It might be a friend thing that was impact- so attractive, they ing £2 a week for asking you to go for ing on a lot of these spend millions on one Play Lotto entry coffee or a beer, or a symptoms - her weight. advertising, but the save it. In a year child asking for swe- The other goal in odds against win- you’ll have £104. ets or a toy. Maria’s mind was her ning are ridiculous. Buy a £100 pre- We all know it feels daughter's wedding in Imagine you went mium bond and good when a simple August 2017 as she to Los Angeles and from then on you’ll yes brings joy but if wanted to be able to look picked one person at have the chance of we can’t afford it back at the wedding pho- random from it winning £1,000,000 then we should say FISHING COLLEGE, THE COBBB, tos with pride. 15,000,000 popula- each month; plus no. 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Like forces na- technique funding for an overstretched police service, I tionally, I have worked closely with Dorset Po- am taking this matter to public consultation lice to deliver substantial efficiency savings of with a heavy heart.” £37.3m since 2010/11. “As we look ahead, Dorset Police expects to Throughout this year’s consultation, the DORSET County Hospital have to make further substantial savings, Commissioner will be asking whether resi- has been chosen as one of while the genuine rise in crime being seen na- dents are prepared to pay an additional £1 per five pilot training sites for an tionally shows no signs of abating. We have al- month to support policing in Dorset. Visit enhanced operating tech- ready had to make a number of incredibly www.dorsetpoliceprecept.com to have your nique for patients with rectal surgeons should be well Mr Talwar said: “We are tough decisions and this settlement does us all say. cancer. trained to ensure the best very proud that the ACPGBI Fill out children’s services survey Transanal Total Mesorectal possible results for patients. have recognised the excel- Excision (TaTME) is a differ- The ACPGBI asked for appli- lent work we are already per- ent approach to an existing cations from hospitals that forming at the hospital in for chance to win £50 voucher operation, using a keyhole wanted to be pilot training relation to rectal cancer op- technique to operate on pa- sites. 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General and Colorectal Sur- nised the importance of this vides support for people with children aged 0-5 Professionals, organisations and local groups The ACPGBI, the body who geons at the hospital. These programme and donated and wants to find out what’s important to fam- working with children can also give their feed- govern colorectal surgery, is videos were scrutinised by a over £27,000 to fund two ilies and where they go for help. back. keen that the introduction of panel of TaTME experts, who pieces of equipment that ex- Cllr Steve Butler, Cabinet member for safe- The survey can be completed at www.dorset- this procedure should be then graded the quality of perts regard as essential to guarding at Dorset County Council, said: “It’s foryou.gov.uk/0-5survey or via a computer at a carefully planned and that the surgery. this form of surgery. well known that the first few years of a child’s local library or children’s centre. life are incredibly important. 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View from www.viewnews.co.uk WEYMOUTH & PORTLAND Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 Pick up your free copy Helping out troubled teens Trevor Bevins forced to leave home due to family To get involved or find out more about sup- Reporter | [email protected] problems. Others have been in ported lodgings, contact Bronagh Fahey on care, and they find themselves 07702872992, e-mail [email protected] A CHARITY is appealing for struggling to cope alone. Step by or visit the website www.stepbystep.org.uk Dorset hosts to help make a new Step and its team of hosts bridge life in the New Year for young peo- the gap between home, or being in ple who are suffering a hard time. care, and living independently in TAXI The charity, Step by Step, helps the community. “ find homes for 16-21 year-olds Hosts offer not only a home but through its Supported Lodgings can offer help to young people to Scheme. improve their everyday living wwwweeeeyyyylllliiiinnnnnnnneeee Local hosts are from all walks of skills, such as cooking, budgeting life who share two main things in and cleaning. common – they have at least one Said Bronah: “In successfully be- spare room and want to help a coming a host, Step by Step will young person experiencing hard match you to a young person who times, have a brighter future. would fit in with your family and Local organiser Bronah Fahey lifestyle. You will have the oppor- 0011330055 7777 777 77 said: “Hosts make extraordinary tunity to meet the young person nTHEMayor and Mayoress of Weymouth Kevin and Anne Brookes things happen, by providing ac- before they move in. Both you and turned out on Christmas morning to support the brave charity commodation, support and guid- the young person will have your swimmers making the dash across the harbour - see pages 8 & 9 ance to young people as they grow own support worker as well as 24- into young adults.” hour help and support.” She is looking for paid hosts Step by Step also offers full train- across West Dorset, Weymouth ing and has approved young cou- C a r p ets Selecct aton“ adS oyPmoouretn lyagon puden rwgsho pnoe .coapnl eo fhfearv ae rboeoemn pfpaelmeospi,l liee. ss,i nbgigle fampailrieens tsa,n d somldaelrl The Home Selec(cid:30)on Specialists Choose in comfort at home. 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MANAGING DIRECTOR & EDITOR the amount of plastic in the sea Philip Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446155 DEPUTY EDITOR James Coles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446168 LYME REGIS EDITOR Francesca Evans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446154 WEYMOUTH & DORCHESTER SUB-EDITOR WEYMOUTH man Patrick Howie has launched and the plastic. to the sea – let’s protect it. Lisa Bright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446141 BRIDPORT & BEAMINSTER REPORTER an online petition lobbying the Government to “Boy, so much plastic - bags, bottles, straws, “A Government created day (or weekend) on Lottie Welch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446161 create a national awareness day on the amount buds, string, containers - so much, every day. which all organisations can focus, increasing WEYMOUTH & DORCHESTER REPORTER of plastic in the sea. “The experts say that within a few years, un- the sum of the parts. An annual reminder Trevor Bevins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07763 535778 Mr Howie, who regularly swims in the sea, less we change, there will be more plastic in the around which organisations collaborate, for ex- SPORTS EDITOR said: “There’s something umbilical about the sea than marine life! And it’s getting into our Howard Larcombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446152 sea: a sense of closeness, the sound, the colours, food chain; tiny particles appearing in our sea ample why not a cordon of sea protection festi- SPORTS REPORTER vals around the coastal counties and working the beaches, bird and marine life, living na- food. From land to sea and back again, maybe Stuart Broom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07966 140429 harbours? Family, educational, fun, fish and PRODUCTION MANAGER ture. we’re the ones committing suicide?” sea orientated?” Rob Larcombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446140 “As I swim along I see fish, crabs and differ- Mr Howie continued: “My idea is to get the GROUP SALES MANAGER ent shells, sometimes a lobster and sometimes Government to create a national awareness Patrick’s petition needs 100,000 signatures by Natalie Edmeades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446145 giant jellyfish. day specifically against plastic in the sea. April for it to be considered for debate in Par- ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER “Then I see lost footballs floating away which There is no such dDay at the moment and it liament. Rob Coombe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446146 I sometimes manage to rescue. Then I see the would be great if Britain were the first. To sign up, visit https://petition.parliament. SALES EXECUTIVE debris: the cans and crisp packets, the glass “We have great historical and cultural links uk/petitions/202198 Jodie Glover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446166 DISTRIBUTION Artists wanted Alison Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446159 ACCOUNTS Anita Routley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 446149 for seaside Info at a glance ... improvement HOSPITALS Dorset County Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251150 Bridport Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422345 Weymouth Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251150 projects Portland Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . ..(01305) 820341 DOCTORS NHS Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Bridport Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 421896 The Lyme Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442195 COULD you stop people littering Dorset's beau- Kent House Medical Practice, Lyme Regis . . .(01297) 443399 Barton House Medical Practice, Beaminster .(01308) 861938 tiful coastline? Or maybe you've got creative Tunnel Road Surgery, Beaminster . . . . . . . . .(01308) 861800 ideas about how to regenerate seaside parts of Elms Medical Centre, Charmouth . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 561068 Poole. Abbotsbury Road Surgery, Weymouth . . . . .(01305) 780806 Abbotsbury Road Surgery –Chickerell branch Artists are wanted for high-profile projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 761915 working on two of Dorset Coastal Connections’ Lanehouse Surgery, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785681 initiatives. The first opportunity involves find- Dorchester Road Surgery, Weymouth . . . . . .(01305) 766472 Queens Avenue Surgery, Dorchester . . . . . . .(01305) 262886 ing ways to improve Shore Road Beach and Atrium Health Centre, Dorchester . . . . . . . . .(01305) 251545 Branksome Chine and pays an artist fee of CHEMISTS £9,000. The second seeks ideas for how to Lloyds Pharmacy, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) change people’s behaviour and stop them litter- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 424350 ing our lovely beaches. It pays an artist fee of Co-op Pharmacy, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422100 £7,000, plus a materials budget of £2,000. Boots, Bridport (call to check late opening hours) . . . . . . . . . . Both projects recognise the importance of the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422475 Boots, Lyme Regis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442026 artists, who will have a creative input from the The Pharmacy, Charmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560261 beginning. They will be working as part of a Beaminster Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 862288 cross-disciplinary team. Boots, Dorchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 264340 Victoria Park Pharmacy, Dorchester . . . . . . . .(01305) 264012 The anti-litter project is being led by Litter Boots, St Mary Street, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785076 Free Coast and Sea working with the Dorset Boots, Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth . . . . . . .(01305) 785754 Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Food and Weldmar Snowdrop Services Boots, Portland Road, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 786071 Lloyds Pharmacy, Weymouth . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 785484 Drink programme. It focuses on Bournemouth, Day Lewis Pharmacy, Chickerell . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 779054 Weymouth, West Bay and Lyme Regis. Boots, Easton Square, Portland . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820230 Litter Free Coast and Sea aims to reduce ma- Boots, Fortuneswell, Portland . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820409 rine and beach litter, and improve bathing WELDMAR Hospicecare is holding nine Beaminster, St Mary’s Churchon Tuesday SPORT & RECREATION water quality along the Dorset coast. We have Snowdrop Services throughout the county 6th February at 11am Bridport Leisure Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 427464 some of the cleanest beaches and best bathing in February. Lyme Regis, St Michael the Archangel on B! Health & Fitness, Lyme Regis . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442266 water quality in the country. Litter Free Coast 1610 Beaminster Sports and Leisure . . . . . . . .(01308) 861775 and Sea would like to help keep it that way and The charity’s Snowdrop Gardens and Walks Wednesday 7th February at 2.30pm Weymouth College Sports Centre . . . . . . . . .(01305) 208713 were established to provide a lasting memo- Sturminster Newton ,The Railway Gardens Budmouth Community Sports Centre, Weymouth make our beaches even better. Can you help? rial to those who were dear to the bereaved. on Monday 12th February at 11.30am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 830508 Both these projects are part of the wider Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre, Dorchester .(01305) 266772 Dorset Coastal Connections portfolio of 18 pro- The services are held in late winter when Shaftesbury, Bell Street United Churchon St Osmund’s Sports Centre, Dorchester . . . .(01305) 756472 jects funded by the Coastal Community Fund snowdrops first appear, reminding people Monday 12th February at 3pm LIBRARY SERVICE and coordinated by the Dorset Coast Forum, that the hope and warmth of spring are not Blandford, St Peter’s & St Paul’s Church Bridport Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422778 Burton Bradstock Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 897563 who are working collaboratively with The Arts far away. on Tuesday 13th February at 2.30pm Beaminster Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 862362 Development Company and the individual pro- The nine Snowdrop Services of Remem- Lyme Regis Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 443151 ject teams. brance in 2018 are : All are welcome to attend these services. Charmouth Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560640 Dorchester Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 224440 Deadline for the Poole regeneration project is If you wish, snowdrops may be planted in Weymouth Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 762410 January8th. Litter Free Dorset deadline is Jan- BridportSt Mary’s Churchon Thursday 1st memory of your loved one, and their name Portland Tophill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820171 Portland Underhill Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 820149 uary 19th. See The Arts Development Com- February at 11am included in the Snowdrop Memorial book Chickerell Community Library . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 760095 pany’s website for more details: Sherborne, Sherborne Abbeyon Friday which is kept in each location. Weldmar ask LOCAL COUNCILS www.theartsdevelopmentcompany.org.uk 2nd February at 11am for a donation of £10 to cover costs; this do- Dorset County Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 221000 Gillingham, The Cemetery Gardenson nation would be acknowledged by a com- West Dorset District Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 422248 Bridport Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 456722 Saturday 3rd February at 11am memorative card. Beaminster Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 863634 Stalbridge, The Pound Gardenson Sunday For more information call Weldmar’s Be- Lyme Regis Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 445175 Charmouth Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 560826 4th February 3pm reavement Services on 01305 215300. Weymouth and Portland Borough Council . .(01305) 838000 Chickerell Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 767458 Dorchester Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 265844 Portland Town Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 821638 28 charged during Christmas driving campaign POLICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 TOURIST INFORMATION A FURTHERnine people have been charged Throughout the month-long operation, offi- Bridport TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 424901 with drink or drug driving offences as part of cers requested breath tests from all drivers Lyme Regis TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01297) 442138 Dorset Police’s Christmas drink and drug involved in road traffic collisions, irrespec- Dorchester TIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 267992 driving campaign. tive of whether or not they suspected a drink CITIZENS’ ADVICE They are due to appear at court in Poole and driving offence. Bridport CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01308) 456594 Weymouth this month Drivers could expect to be tested during rou- Weymouth CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0344 245 1291 Dorchester CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 231400 The campaign ran from Friday, December tine stop checks and if they were stopped for SAMARITANS (cid:2)DON’T FEED THE GULLS: Fish and chips is 1st through to Monday, January 1st. A total of an offence. Drugwipe sample kits were used Local helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(01305) 771777 part of the fun of the seaside, but the litter it 28 people have been charged with offences on drivers suspected of being unfit to drive ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24 hour helpline creates needs to be disposed carefully during the campaign. through drugs. Answered locally in confidence . . . . . . . . . . . .0845 7697555 www.viewnews.co.uk WEYMOUTH Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 3 Traffic collision Police investigate two fatal collisions OFFICERSare appealing for witnesses to come forward following a road traffic collision in Weymouth. At 10.50am on Thursday, December 28th, TWOfatal collisions took place in the Dorch- you have any dashcam footage that could assist Portland Coastal Marathon Dorset Police were called to reports of a colli- ester area in the period between Christmas and with the investigation? sion on Avenue Road near to the junction with New Year. "Our specially-trained officers continue to EntriEsare being invited for February’s Port- Officershave launched a direct plea to the support the woman's family at this very diffi- land Coastal Marathon. Walpole Street involving a black Audi A3 and driver of the vehicle that killed a woman in cult time." the event starts from the national sailing a cyclist. Dorchester to do the right thing and come for- Anyone with information is asked to contact Centre on February 4th offering runners a full The cyclist, a 55-year-old Weymouth man, ward. Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via marathon, half marathon or 10km run. sustained serious leg injuries and was taken to Police were called at 7.46pm on Wednesday, email [email protected] or by calling Last entries close on January 21st. Dorset County Hospital for treatment. December 27th, to reports of a collision between 101, quoting incident number 28:354. Alterna- Further details from www.fullonsport.com or A 45-year-old Weymouth man was arrested on a pedestrian and a car on The Grove. tively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on via Mark steen on 077 529 02080 or by email suspicion of driving offences and has been re- The 39-year-old female pedestrian from 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. to [email protected] leased under investigation. Dorchester was taken to Dorset County Hospi- Police Constable Sean Ford, of Weymouth po- tal, but she sadly died from the injuries sus- lA second collision , also on Wednesday, De- lice, said: “I am appealing to anyone who wit- tained. Her family are being supported by cember 27th occurred to the west of Winter- nessed the collision or the driving of either the specially-trained officers. bourne Abbas just before 3.30pm between a car or the cyclist immediately prior to the inci- A 24-year-old man from Dorchester, 36-year- blue Ford Fiesta and a red Volkswagen High Up. dent to please contact Dorset Police. old man from Piddlehinton and a 43-year-old The 95-year-old male driver of the Volkswa- “I would also like to speak to anyone who was man from Bristol were arrested in relation to gen was pronounced dead at the scene. An 87- in the area at the time and may have dashcam the incident and have since been released with- year-old female passenger sustained footage that would assist with my investiga- out charge. life-threatening injuries and was taken to WINDOW AND DOOR REPPAAIIRRS tion.” Inspector Joe Pardey, of Dorset Police's traffic Dorset County Hospital. They were both from Anyone with information is asked to contact unit, said: "We have made large-scale enquiries the Wimborne area. Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via into the incident and based on the information The 70-year-old driver of the Fiesta from email [email protected] or by calling immediately available at the time, three people Lyme Regis was taken to Dorset County Hospi- 101, quoting incident number 28:98. Alterna- were arrested in connection with the collision. tal for treatment to injuries not believed to be tively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on "Following further enquiries, it has been es- life-threatening. 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. tablished that their vehicles were not involved Road closures were put in place on the A35 be- Officer assault in the incident and they have been released tween Dorchester and Bridport. The road re- without charge. opened at around 9.20pm. A MANwho assaulted a detainee custody offi- "I am making a direct plea to the driver of the Police Inspector Joe Pardey, of the traffic cer and fellow inmate at the Verne Immigra- vehicle that collided with the victim to please unit, said: “My thoughts are with the families • EXPERT REPAIRS FOR UPVC WINDOWS tion Removal Centre on Portland has been do the right thing and come forward. A family of those involved in what is a very difficult jailed for 12 months. have been left grieving over the loss of their time. • DOORS AND CONSERVATTORIES Shuaib Hagi, 20, pleaded guilty to assault and loved one and are desperate for answers. "I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the • ANY AGE ANY MAKE WE H AVE TTHE SOLUTIONS was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court "We now believe that the vehicle responsible collision or the driving of either vehicle imme- • LO CKS HINGES HANDDLES on December 15th had travelled down the hill on The Grove and diately prior to the incident to please contact • MISTED AND CONDEN SAT ED GLASS Police Sergeant Adie Wyncoll, of Dorset Po- away from Dorchester town centre. Dorset Police.” • RUBBER SEALS AND MAINTTENANCE lice' Prison Crime Investigation Team, said: "I would urge anyone with information about Anyone with information is asked to contact DON’T DESPAIR WE CAAN REPAIR the incident, however small, to please contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via “Dorset Police works very hard to tackle vio- Dorset Police. email [email protected] or by calling PPhhoonnee:: ((0011330055)) 777722334444 lent and disruptive behaviour in custodial fa- "If you were driving through Dorchester be- 101, quoting incident number 27:240. Alterna- cilities. Mobile: 07899 8244331 tween 7pm and 8pm on Wednesday evening, did tively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on "I hope this case sends a clear message that of- you see any vehicles acting suspiciously or do 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org. E-mail: [email protected] fending in detention will not go unpunished.” Lifeboat launched to support THE UP cargo vessel in gale force winds WEYMOUTHRNLI lifeboat was launched on YOOUR SLEEEVE New Year's Eve to go to the assistance of the 1,662 ton, 82-metre cargo vessel, Pilsum, which had suffered engine failure. The boat was on passage to Truro when she suffered engine failure off of Portland Bill in the afternoon. The lifeboat stood by the vessel, which had drifted to the East near to Kim- meridge Bay in the near gale force winds and rough seas until a tug, the Kingston was on scene to take the Pilsum in tow. Swanage lifeboat was launched to take over Call Rob Coombbe on 01297 446146 from Weymouth lifeboat and continue escort duties from St Albans Head into Swanage Bay. Weymouth lifeboat was released and re- or email [email protected] nENGINE FAILURE: The cargo vessel Pilsum turned back to Weymouth at 10.30pm. lA WEEKearlier, on Christmas morning the prior to the swim across the harbour to pass on Mayor and Mayoress Kevin and Anne Brookes his best wishes to the volunteer crew members. had dropped into the Weymouth lifeboat sta- This year he was joined in the swim by lifeboat tion to meet the crew and their families. crew members Stef Driver, Alice Higgins, Jules Cllr Brookes called into the lifeboat station Hutchings and Nick Newman. n THEMayor and view Mayoress with from lifeboat crew members and their families newspapers 4 Wednesday, January 3rd 2017 WEST DORSET www.viewnews.co.uk View Fammily Announncements TTEERRRRYY DDDDUUNNCCAANN Wishing my wonderfful dad a Birthday on the 7th January thatt's as special as he is. Happy Birthday! Love you alwways Jo xxx haPPY bIRTHDAY! 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All announcements must be in by 12 noon on Fridaayy ffoor the ffoollowwiinng wweeeeks publication. www.viewnews.co.uk WEST DORSET Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 5 Coach company raises Buttons workshops £2,000 for hospital HARDY’S Birthplace Visitor Centre will be hosting the very popular Dorset Button work- COACHtour operator Crossways Travel, based shops again in 2018 with Anna McDowell BEM near Dorchester, chose the Friends of Dorset from Henrys Buttons. Anna’s aim is to keep the County Hospital as their charity of the year for heritage craft of the Dorset Buttons industry 2017. alive by sharing her passion and skills with at- During their annual Christmas party staff tendees as well as attending shows and festi- from Crossways Travel were delighted to pre- vals across the county. sent a cheque for £2,000 to the charity. Anna said: “My Dorset Buttons are worked in The money raised will go towards the much the traditional way using contemporary mate- needed new radiography unit for the hospital. rials and designs. The feedback I have re- Kadi Crocker, owner of Crossways Travel ceived from the workshops is so positive that said she was delighted with the amount raised is spurs me on to offer more.” this year for the charity and is now starting the Annas skills are used outside of the county planning for 2018's charity of the year which too, with commissions for films such as Far will be the Dorset Blind Association. Kadi said from the Maddening Crowds and working she would like to thank all the people who with Living History Groups, including Hamp- helped to make the donation possible. ton Court Palace. Magna staff provide a Beginners and advanced workshops are available starting on January 15th with a be- ginners class. The other dates are February 5th for advanced, February 26th beginners boost for four charities and March 26th advanced. Hardy's Birthplace Visitor Centre is at Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QJ. Classes take place from 10am to12.30pm STAFF from local housing provider, Magna mas draw. and cost £15 plus £1 for materials. Housing, have donated a total of £850 to local Lara Battersby, communications assistant Booking is essential - contact 01305 251228 charities, thanks to funds raised from their for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, or [email protected] monthly lottery. said: “We would like to thank members of MEL U3A group fayre Magna’s Employee Lottery, MEL, as it is re- for nominating the charity to benefit from this ferred to by staff, is run internally every fantastic fundraising initiative. Dorset and DORCHESTERand District U3A is holding a month, giving staff a chance to win money and Somerset Air Ambulance receives no direct group fayre to demonstrate the activities of raise cash for charities of their choice. funding from the Government or the National some of its 50 groups – which range from ar- Members of MEL recently nominated the Lottery and relies on the generosity of the pub- chaeology to yoga. charities they would most like to benefit from lic for support. Our operational costs are over The event is being held on Monday, January the money raised over the last year. As a result £2.5 million a year so we are grateful to receive (cid:2)STAFFfrom Crossways Travel present their 8th, at the Trinity Parish Hall, Culliford Road, of the nominations, four local charities have support from initiatives such as this.” charity of the year cheque to the Friends of Dorchester DT1 1QG from 10 to 11.45am. Ad- each received a donation from MEL. Dorset Elaine Crooke, head of policy, governance Dorset County Hospital mission is £1 and includes tea and coffee and Somerset Air Ambulance received £400. and research and MEL chair at Magna, said: served all morning. Naomi’s Hospice and Jacksplace, The Joseph “It’s great to have been able to help four local If you have a news story please Those interested in joining the U3A with a Weld Hospice and Dorset Mind each received £150. charities using the MEL funds that have been view to consolidating or expanding their areas Gail Everett and Lin Reed, pictured above, raised. Our employee lottery has been a suc- contact Trevor Bevins on of interest are welcome to come along and collected the donation on behalf of Dorset and cessful way for staff to have the chance to win 07763 535778 or email find out what is available. Somerset Air Ambulance and also picked the one of three prizes per month and raise money [email protected] lucky winning numbers for the MEL Christ- for charity at the same time.” BRIDPOORT AUCTIONS (est. 1994) The AUCTTION HOUSEE: Monthly & lively live online Sales of Antiques && Collectables Wiissshhhiiinnngg YYooouu Allll a Prososppeerroouuuss 2018! Nutmeg Grater: £420 Cigarette case: £5000 Last Year, over 500 local people chose to sell their goods through us. Doll: £1800 TToy Drummer: £240 See photos for some prices realised. Pocket Watch: £650 We are accepting items for our Brush Pot: £450 next and forthcoming sales, from the 2nd January onwards. For home visits & enquiries 01308 459400 Telephone Davenport: £650 Letters: £450 Wrist Watch: £5000 GGuitar: £4200 [email protected] www.bridportauctionhouse.com Address: No. 1, St. Michael’s Trading Estate, Bridport, Dorset DT6 3RR Beatles Books: £500 Silver Cuttlery: £16000 Vase: £600 6 Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 WEYMOUTH & PORTLAND www.viewnews.co.uk Freemasons provide the funds Nominate your hero Future of Portland THEend of this week is the closing date to to save the Herbert collection CONSULTATION meetings about a Port- nominate Weymouth and Portland’s ‘unsung land Neighbourhood Plan are being held in heroes’ - those who volunteer their time to the coming days. help others. The plan, if approved, could shape future The closing date for the Borough Council’s DORSETFreemasons have given more developments on Portland for years to annual Good Citizens Award is January 5th. than £4,300 to save an historic photo col- come. It includes a category for under 18s. Nomination forms are available online via lection at the Dorset History Centre. It will suggest where new homes and busi- the Dorset For You website or from the coun- The Dorset Archive Trust has been try- ness could be allowed, or even encouraged, cil offices in Commercial Road. ing to save the “Herbert Collection” of and which areas ought to be protected. images showing 20th century life in Ideas are also being put forward for educa- Village defibrillator Dorset. When Richard Merritt, leader of tion, public transport, community facilities and tourism. Dorset’s Freemasons, heard about the A LIFE-saving machine has been installed at The process is being led by Portland Town project to save the pictures, he stepped Owermoigne Village Hall with a training ses- Council which is working in collaboration sion being held towards the end of the month. in to help. with other organisations. The defibrillator has been put in place after Vinegar syndrome, an irreversible The next public consultation event will be the parish council found funding for the ma- breakdown of the acetate, has been de- held this Friday, January 5th, from 11am chine. stroying the negatives. To save this fas- until 2pm at the Chesil Beach Centre. Although the machine itself gives operators cinating insight into the county’s On Monday 8th there will be another ses- instructions on what to do in the event of a history the Dorset Archive Trust needed sion from 10am until 1pm at St John’s Hall; heart attack an awareness session is being to act quickly. Dorset Freemasons vis- on Tuesday 9th from 3-5pm at the Osprey held for those interested on January 27th at ited the archives and presented a cheque Leisure Centre; on Thursday 11th from 10.30am in the village hall, run by ambulance to allow the charitable foundation to 11am until 2pm at the Chesil Beach Centre staff. complete the digitisation all the images. and finally, on Friday January 12th from 5- Further information is available from Tony During 2017, the 300th anniversary of 7pm at Outpost, Fortuneswell. Wormald on 01305 851972 the first Masonic Grand Lodge, Dorset Comments and suggestions made at the Gift from Mayor’s fund Masons have held regular celebrations consultations will be collated and consid- across Dorset, usually with a charitable ered with a further consultation on any pro- THEMayor of Weymouth and Portland Cllr focus. Richard Merritt said “We are de- posals made later in the year. Kevin Brookes has donated £100 to the South lighted to provide some extra funding for Portland camera club West Dorset Talking Newspaper from his this project. As Freemasons, we believe Christmas fund. His appeal, run in partnership with the in playing a key role in our communities PORTLAND Camera Club is inviting Weymouth and Portland Lions Club, is and give time and money to charitable prospective members to join them for their shared between a number of local good ventures regularly.” first meeting of the year. causes. Sam Johnson, the County Archivist It is being held next Wednesday, January Organisations are invited to apply for a said: “I just wanted to thank the Freema- 10th, in the Peter Trim Hall, when club share of the funds via the Mayor’s office at sons for the very generous support of- members will enjoy a competition - "Sunrise the Borough Council. fered to the Herbert photographic & Sunset" to be judged by Sid Jones. project. The donation has made all the Club meetings are held on alternate Singers wanted difference and means that we can now Wednesday evenings usually from 7:30pm, finish the job.” lasting until around 9:30pm. The majority of TPaHrEk Wdiastterricstid, ae rSei nlogoekrsin, bga fsoerd n ienw W meyemmobuetrhs.’s The Herbert Collection is the work of the indoor meetings are held at the Peter The community singing group meets Graham Herbert, a professional Wey- (cid:2)RICHARDMerritt, Provincial Grand Master of Dorset Trim Hall, St. Georges Centre, Reforne. weekly at the Community Centre in Chelms- mouth photographer. Herbert captured Freemasonry presents the cheque to Sara Loch, Further information about the club can be found at its website - http://www.portland- ford Street with the next meeting due to take many aspects of local life during the Trustee of the Dorset Archive Trust, with Cassandra place next Monday, January 8th from 2.15pm. 1950s, 60s and 70s. Pickavance, archivist at the Dorset History Centre cameraclub.com/Index.html www.viewnews.co.uk WEST DORSET Wednesday, January 3rd 2018 7 Portland super slimmer loses 91/2 stone (cid:2)MUTUAL SUPPORT: Left to right, back, Shirley, Angela, Mel, Pearl, Chris, Pauline and Gina. Seated, Gabrielle, Perwina and Margaret A helping hand from Weldmar (cid:2)MARIASutherland before joining the Portland Slimming A GROUP of people who lost loved-ones three months after her dad died”. World group and, around the same time in 2012 are still meet- Gabrielle Markes from Dorchester said: “I ON the first day that right, dressed for her ing up five years after forging strong friend- like the informality, the shared experiences Maria Sutherland daughter’s wedding ships. and the companionship. We have a laugh.” walked through the after losing nine and The 11-strong group, aged from their 40s to Her daughter, Perwina Whitmore, said: doors of the Portland a half stone their 80s, met through attending coffee morn- “Over the years we’ve got very relaxed in Slimming World group ings and counselling, carers’ and art therapy each other’s company; we’ve got to know sshhee wcaosu lodnn 'ct ruwtcahlke s,u ans- Common sense grTohuepys , iantc Wluedled mtharre He omspoitcheecra raen.d daughter each other well.” aided due to severe back pairs, but just one man – Chris Bagley. Weldmar Hospicecare is a charity that pro- and knee problems, and Angela Strudwick from Chideock said: “We vides end of life care for people living in she couldn't speak with money 3 spend a lot of time cuddling each other and Dorset who need specialist support. This care clearly for a while due to eating cake. These days we go to all sorts of also extends to the family and loved ones of being out of breath. In places, we’re like a family. It’s like coming patients, which includes both pre and post-be- addition to her back and home”. reavement support such as the support given knee problems she had Melanie Gale, who attends with mum to this group. COPD, diabetes and high THISweek we’re person. don’t do the Lottery. Shirley Churchill, said: “I really got involved The NHS contributes around 25 per cent of blood pressure. talking about They’re more likely How often are you with Weldmar because they supported my the costs to run Weldmar. Which means the All these health prob- ‘N’ – National to get that right than asked to spend two children so well after both of their charity has to raise over £10,000 per day in lems had made Maria Lottery, No. you are to win the money when you re- grandads died”. order to provide its outstanding services decide she needed to do The National Lot- lottery. ally don’t want to? Shirley said: “Mel lost her father-in-law just across Dorset. something about the one tery is made to look Instead of spend- It might be a friend thing that was impact- so attractive, they ing £2 a week for asking you to go for ing on a lot of these spend millions on one Play Lotto entry coffee or a beer, or a symptoms - her weight. advertising, but the save it. In a year child asking for swe- The other goal in odds against win- you’ll have £104. ets or a toy. Maria’s mind was her ning are ridiculous. Buy a £100 pre- We all know it feels daughter's wedding in Imagine you went mium bond and good when a simple August 2017 as she to Los Angeles and from then on you’ll yes brings joy but if wanted to be able to look picked one person at have the chance of we can’t afford it back at the wedding pho- random from it winning £1,000,000 then we should say FISHING COLLEGE, THE COBBB, tos with pride. 15,000,000 popula- each month; plus no. 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Like forces na- technique funding for an overstretched police service, I tionally, I have worked closely with Dorset Po- am taking this matter to public consultation lice to deliver substantial efficiency savings of with a heavy heart.” £37.3m since 2010/11. “As we look ahead, Dorset Police expects to Throughout this year’s consultation, the DORSET County Hospital have to make further substantial savings, Commissioner will be asking whether resi- has been chosen as one of while the genuine rise in crime being seen na- dents are prepared to pay an additional £1 per five pilot training sites for an tionally shows no signs of abating. We have al- month to support policing in Dorset. Visit enhanced operating tech- ready had to make a number of incredibly www.dorsetpoliceprecept.com to have your nique for patients with rectal surgeons should be well Mr Talwar said: “We are tough decisions and this settlement does us all say. cancer. trained to ensure the best very proud that the ACPGBI Fill out children’s services survey Transanal Total Mesorectal possible results for patients. have recognised the excel- Excision (TaTME) is a differ- The ACPGBI asked for appli- lent work we are already per- ent approach to an existing cations from hospitals that forming at the hospital in for chance to win £50 voucher operation, using a keyhole wanted to be pilot training relation to rectal cancer op- technique to operate on pa- sites. 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General and Colorectal Sur- nised the importance of this vides support for people with children aged 0-5 Professionals, organisations and local groups The ACPGBI, the body who geons at the hospital. These programme and donated and wants to find out what’s important to fam- working with children can also give their feed- govern colorectal surgery, is videos were scrutinised by a over £27,000 to fund two ilies and where they go for help. back. keen that the introduction of panel of TaTME experts, who pieces of equipment that ex- Cllr Steve Butler, Cabinet member for safe- The survey can be completed at www.dorset- this procedure should be then graded the quality of perts regard as essential to guarding at Dorset County Council, said: “It’s foryou.gov.uk/0-5survey or via a computer at a carefully planned and that the surgery. this form of surgery. well known that the first few years of a child’s local library or children’s centre. life are incredibly important. 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