AIR 107.2 - Weymouth & Portland

14/01/2026

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Full time here and the Terras advance to the final!

14/01/2026

The rain subsides but the goals do not. Calvin Brooks makes it three!

Another deep cross, this time from a Ben Moss corner is met by the rising Brooks, fighting off Douglas to head it home at the back post.

Sherborne 0 - 3 Weymouth

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And just like that, we are ahead!

Matty Burrows lofts a deep ball to the back post which is bundled in by Ben Moss!

Sherborne 0 - 1 Weymouth

14/01/2026

Local Charity Family Matters Baby Bank Appeals for Sponsors to Fund Stair Gates

Family Matters Baby Bank has launched an urgent appeal for donations to help fund essential stair gates for families in need across the local community.

Stair gates are one of the most frequently requested safety items provided by the charity, playing a crucial role in protecting young children and preventing accidents in the home. Due to increasing demand, the cost of purchasing new stair gates is becoming unsustainable.

Family Matters Baby Bank has recently bought four new stair gates, but there are currently six more families on the waiting list who are still in need of this vital safety equipment.

Each stair gate costs £20, and the charity is now asking local residents, community groups and businesses to consider sponsoring a stair gate to help meet demand.

A spokesperson for Family Matters Baby Bank said:
“Stair gates may seem like a small item, but they make a huge difference to family safety. With demand continuing to rise, we are asking for support to ensure no family is left waiting.”

Anyone willing to help can sponsor a stair gate for £20. Further information on how to donate can be found on the campaign poster or by contacting Family Matters Baby Bank directly.

14/01/2026

Free Cooking Course in Weymouth Offers Budget-Friendly Skills and Energy-Efficient Cookers

Residents in Weymouth are being invited to kick-start the new year with a free six-week cooking course designed to help people on low incomes make their food budget go further.

The Friendly Food Club is running the Energy-Efficient Cooking course at St Francis Church in Littlemoor, combining hands-on cooking sessions with practical advice on meal planning, bulk cooking and budgeting.

Running from 16 January to 20 February 2026, the course takes place every Friday from 9.30am to 11.30am. Participants will prepare and cook a tasty meal together each week while learning simple, money-saving techniques that can be used at home.

To help put learning into practice, everyone attending will receive £5 worth of ingredients to take home each week. Those who attend at least five sessions will also receive a free energy-efficient cooker, such as a slow cooker or air fryer, at the end of the course.

One previous participant described the sessions as “the highlight of my week,” praising the friendly atmosphere and practical support.

The course is free to attend, but places are limited. Anyone interested is encouraged to sign up by Friday 16 January via The Friendly Food Club website.

For more information or to register, visit:
www.thefriendlyfoodclub.org/events/240/littlemoor,-weymouth–energy-efficient-cooking–6-week-course

Course details at a glance:
• What: Free 6-week energy-efficient cooking course
• When: Fridays, 9.30am–11.30am (16 Jan – 20 Feb 2026)
• Where: St Francis Church, Merredin Close, Littlemoor, Weymouth
• Extras: £5 ingredients weekly + free energy-efficient cooker for eligible attendees

14/01/2026

Dorset Council Backs Phone-Free School Days to Help Children Focus and Stay Safe

Dorset Council has published new guidance encouraging schools to introduce phone-free school days, aiming to improve children’s focus, wellbeing and safety.

The guidance, developed in partnership with school leaders, young people and the Dorset Education Board, supports schools in prohibiting mobile phone use during the school day as part of their behaviour policies. It also promotes smartphone-free environments in first and primary schools, while sharing best practice from middle and secondary schools that already restrict phone use for pupils in Key Stages 2 and 3.

Recognising that much smartphone use happens outside school hours, the Council is also encouraging families to delay giving children a smartphone until at least the age of 14, unless there is a specific need. For parents who want their child to be contactable on journeys to and from school, the guidance recommends basic “brick” phones without internet access.

The Council has stressed that schools should continue to make reasonable adjustments for pupils with medical needs, safeguarding concerns or caring responsibilities.

Cllr Clare Sutton, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, Education and Skills, said:
“Phones can be great tools for adults, but in school they’re often a distraction and a source of harm. A clear, consistent approach makes classrooms calmer and learning stronger, and it gives children space to socialise face-to-face.
We’ll back schools to implement phone-free days and we’ll help families with practical steps at home, so children can focus, feel safe and thrive.”

The guidance promotes a whole-community approach, encouraging schools to clearly communicate policies to pupils and parents, provide education around digital literacy and responsible use, and offer practical support where needed. This includes working with partners such as bus companies where changes may affect travel routines.

Support for families

For children who already have smartphones, Dorset Council recommends the use of parental controls and safer SIM options. Families will also be able to access further advice at a Spring Term 2026 parent event, featuring Smartphone Free Childhood and local professionals. Further details will be shared in due course.

14/01/2026

Family Wassail Returns to Radipole Park and Gardens

Families and friends are being invited to celebrate the turning of the seasons at Radipole Park and Gardens, with a traditional Family Wassail taking place in just a few days’ time.

The event will begin at 2pm at Mumma Bee’s Café, where Friends of Radipole Park and Gardens will be joined by Friends of Tumbledown to host a relaxed and creative start to the afternoon. Visitors of all ages can take part in making nature-based headwear, using natural materials inspired by the landscape, before settling in to hear the story of the Wassail and learn about its rich history and customs.

At 2.50pm, the atmosphere will shift as music signals the procession to the Community Orchard. The air will be filled with song as participants walk together, led by the uplifting voices of the Harmonics Choir and Island Voices.

In the orchard, the Wassail will continue with communal singing and dancing, celebrating nature, community and the age-old tradition of blessing the trees for a healthy year ahead. The event is designed to be welcoming, family-friendly and rooted in seasonal folklore, offering a chance to connect with both nature and neighbours.

Everyone is encouraged to join in, dress warmly, and take part in this joyful midwinter tradition set in one of Weymouth’s much-loved green spaces.

14/01/2026

The fire service said:

"At the height of the incident we had nine pumping appliances, a support vehicle, the aerial ladder platform (ALP) from Yeovil and an additional pumping appliance from Crewkerne(DSFRS)."

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14/01/2026

The popular greenspace, located above the town, showcased its year-round appeal as sunlight illuminated the gardens and paths despite the winter season. The conditions offered an opportunity for early walkers and visitors to take in the views and enjoy the calm atmosphere.

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14/01/2026

Weymouth Mum Gives Back After Finding Help at Local Baby Bank

In a warehouse on an industrial estate in Weymouth, volunteers are busy sorting through donated clothes, toys and baby essentials destined for families who need them most.

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14/01/2026

Weymouth Memory Café Offers Free Supportive Space for People Affected by Dementia

People living with dementia and those who care for them are being invited to connect, relax and socialise at the Weymouth Memory Café, run by Alzheimer’s Society Dorset.

The friendly café sessions take place on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month and provide a welcoming, informal environment where people affected by dementia can meet others, share experiences and enjoy time together without pressure.

There is no need to book, the sessions are completely free, and refreshments are provided.

Upcoming café dates include:
• 14 and 28 January
• 11 and 25 February
• 11 and 25 March
• 8 and 22 April

The Memory Café is held at St Andrew’s Church Rooms, 4 Church Road, Preston, Weymouth (DT3 6BU), and runs from 2.00pm to 3.30pm.

Organised by Alzheimer’s Society, the café aims to reduce isolation and offer a supportive social space for anyone affected by dementia, whether they have a diagnosis themselves or support a loved one.

For more information, people can contact Mel on 07860 592407 or Jim on 07719 074485, or email [email protected].

Alzheimer’s Society continues to support people across Dorset, working to ensure help and hope for everyone living with dementia.

14/01/2026

Emergency crews are dealing with a fire at a commercial premises in Abbotsbury, prompting a road closure in the village.

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