Category: News

All the latest news from the monthly digital Blackmore Vale magazine. Collected from across the Blackmore Vale and Dorset.

News rounds ups of the most popular features, and important local news items between issues.

We endeavour to bring you news that is important to you. Things that are hapening on your doorstep, things that affect your daily lives.

We aim to provide interesting articles and reports on subjects that are both intersting and informative.

The Blackmore Vale magazine news section is kept fresh and up to date by our local reporters and news desk items.

If you have a news story tah you think is worth sharing, then get in touch with the editor on [email protected]

Dorset Farming

North Dorset farmer banned from keeping sheep after welfare conviction

He has been convicted of animal cruelty after dozens of animals were found emaciated, neglected and dying after repeated welfare failures A north Dorset farmer...
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New issue of The BV

February’s BV is here

February is here. Finally.After what felt like the longest January on record, February’s BV arrives with muddy boots, sharp opinions and a slightly soggy...
Laura
News

The BV puzzles – February 2026

Welcome to February's BV Puzzles page – your free spot for a quick brain workout. Complete the crossword, test your logic with a classic...
Laura
Dorset Charity

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance sets out plans for new base and provides update on second helicopter

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) has announced a series of developments aimed at strengthening its ability to meet rising demand and ensuring patients...
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News

North Dorset MP calls for World Cup boycott and warns Trump is ‘demeaning the dignity’ of the presidency

Remarks made by North Dorset MP Simon Hoare in the House of Commons on Monday 19th January were picked up by news outlets across...
Laura
Health & Wellbeing

What is the future for rural pharmacies?

As pharmacies close and queues grow, Dorset’s official assessment says provision is ‘sufficient’ – a conclusion many rural patients would dispute Community pharmacies are a...
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Equestrian Dorset

Rescuing Blackberry

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Rescued Shetland pony Blackberry may be small, but overcame neglect to rule as the farm’s feisty leader with a big personality beloved by all Blackberry...
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Dorset Farming

Roundup and the road ahead

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As glyphosate faces renewed scrutiny, George Hosford argues that routine pre-harvest use risks threatening its future altogether There is a row brewing over the future...
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