The Mazda3 has earned some 65 awards worldwide since its 2003 launch and the new version has built on the 3's strengths - prioritising design and dynamic performance. Improvements have been made in four sectors: Fuel economy, convenience features, safety
Suzuki launched its all-new model, the SX4 in March. Intended as a "half-way house" between the sporty Swift supermini and the Vitara, the five-door hatchback succeeds admirably. Somewhat smaller than the Vitara, the five-door SX4 has the same chunky
GARRY Hill heralded Weymouth's dream return to the Conference National after his side claimed a superb opening day 3-1 win at Tamworth. Midfielder Ben Smith and defenders Ashley Vickers and Simon Downer scored the goals at the Lamb to earn Terras victory
MICK Jenkins admitted he could hardly have dreamed up a better start after a 4-1 home win over Farnborough sent the Magpies to the top of the first Conference South table of the season. "That's eight goals in a week now and as you can imagine the boys
FRAMPTON'S Village Idiots were no fools when it came to the annual tug of war contest - the team went home with the cup. The contest saw four teams battle for the trophy with a series of tugs across the River Frome. Michael Wright, one of the organisers
A TORY peer rescued a sailor who fell from a yacht off Dorset. Lord Glentoran, 71, and off-duty coastguard Ian Murdoch, 51, dragged the man to safety near Anvil Point. The Shadow Ulster Minister and Mr Murdoch had been sailing from Hamble, Hants, to
A TEENAGE sailor is raising his fitness levels in his quest to compete at the 2012 Olympics. Hugh Shone from Stinsford, near Dorchester, is working out at the Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre to build up his stamina and strength for the gruelling selection
A CAMPAIGN to get the last derelict section of Weymouth's historic Palm House restored could soon bear fruit. The building's fate hung in the balance several years ago when councillors ordered its closure and demolition, but extensive renovation brought
PORTLAND'S lifesaving helicopter was grounded for a day after a suspected break-in at the Osprey Quay hangar sparked security fears. Police were called to the base to investigate a break-in after an alarm was activated at the Maritime and Coastguard
FUNDRAISING group Ladies Alive are celebrating today after organising a successful Weymouth Carnival Ball which raised more than £1,000 for carnival good causes. Nearly 170 people attended the Weymouth Pavilion Ocean Room event on Saturday night which
HUNDREDS of people took to the streets of Chickerell to celebrate its 25th annual carnival. The weather was hot and spirits high as revellers flocked in droves to soak up the sun and enjoy the atmosphere. People young and old made the most of the event's
ANGRY Weymouth fishermen have cast doubt on the fairness of new fishing regulations. From April next year the minimum size of bass allowed to be caught by British fisherman will increase from 36cm to 40cm. The move is aimed at increasing fish stocks
THE lettering on three ancient gravestones which are a focus for Thomas Hardy afficionados has been restored. The so-called Ledger tombstones at St Michael's Church in Stinsford mark the site where the wives and family members of the author are buried
