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Do not have your dog poo on our own doorstep!

Dog Poo bags left on ground @ LewesdonDog Poo bag tied to fence @ LewesdonDog Poo bags tied to fence @ LewesdonLewesdon Hill

Shamefully, these photographs show a shade of green that does NOT fit into the landscape.

Do dog owners/walkers really need a step by step guide on what to do with their dog’s poo?

Well done! These particular dog owners/walkers have responsibly picked up their dog’s poo and even bagged it in a biodegradable bag.  However, then tying it to the fence (Oh! I’ll collect it on the way back!) and leaving it there is not only irresponsible, it is disgusting and extremely disrespectful.
1. Pick it up.
2. Bag it.
3. Bin it!

So many complaints being made that the Parish Council issued an urgent notice last month.

You can report dog fouling directly to the department at Dorset County Council online HERE.  A dog warden may then contact you and/or visit the area to assess how severe the problem is and take the appropriate action to deal with the problem.

It is very sad that, after over six weeks in lockdown, it is obviously local people allowing their selfishness and disregard for our beautiful surrounding area and other people’s health having their dog(s) poo on our doorstep!

#StaySafe

 

Selling a Dog? **Crime Prevention Alert**

Dorset Police Rural Crime Team
Please be aware of your own security.

It is suspected Criminals use Social media sites to find out knowledge of dog locations. If selling a dog online be very careful who you are speaking to.
Do not give out information of what’s dogs you have and where you live unless you are happy with who you are speaking to.

#StayAtHome #StaySafe

Covid-19 deaths in Dorset

Covid-19 deaths in UKA new interactive map shows the number of coronavirus-related deaths by postcode. The figures cover the period from March 1 to April 17.

West Dorset figures include:

Bridport North  – 3

Bridport South and West Bay – 1

Beaminster, Maiden Newton and Halstock – 1

Lyme Regis, Charmouth and Marshwood Vale  – 0

Read the Full Report HERE.

The Eta Aquariids Meteor shower peaks 5-7 May

The weather is expected to improve this week with clear skies 🙂 This gives us all the opportunity to watch some shooting stars! The Eta Aquarids is one of two meteor showers caused by debris from Halley’s Comet. (The Earth passes through Halley’s path around the Sun a second time in October, creating the Orionid meteor shower towards the end of the month.) They get their name because they appear to originate from the constellation Aquarius, found in the southern sky.  Looking South will therefore give you a better chance – but you can see them from all directions!

Don’t expect to walk out your back door, look up and see them! You need to allow your eyes 15-20 minutes to adjust to the light – so wrap up warm, take a blanket – get comfortable because once your ‘eye is in’ – you’ll see lots. Enjoy!

Nearest Covid-19 testing for essential workers

Covid-19 Key workers

Local MP Chris Loder has stated: “I’d like to share an important update on testing for key workers in Dorset: As part of the Department for Health and Social Care’s COVID-19 testing for key workers there are two mobile units in Dorset.

From today until Monday these units will be at Weymouth’s park and ride site and West Bay’s main car park. From Tuesday 5 May until Friday 8 May the units will be based at Fairfield car park in Dorchester and Marsh and Ham car park in Blandford.

You need to have an appointment for these drive-through facilities.

Find out more at: www.gov.uk/coronavirus”

Broadwindsor Community Stores receive grant for new freezer.

Chairman Andrew Hookings said “I am pleased to announce, as the video will show, that we have been successful in applying to the Dorset Community Foundation and have received a grant of £2,000. In addition, we have received support from the Broadwindsor Group Parish Council in the form of a grant for a further £2,000. We are now in the process of sourcing a new display freezer.”