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Child Okeford’s most famous resident celebrates his 75th birthday

Starting life as a simple holiday purchase in Blackpool, the little yellow hand puppet became a national treasure. By Rachael Rowe Sooty and Sweep entertained...

How is digital technology preventing ill health in Dorset?

With capabilities not even imagined in 1948, the NHS is leaping forward with technology not just to heal, but to prevent and manage. Rachael...

WIN a cheese lovers delight at the Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival!

*** THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED *** Brimming with excitement for a perfect blend of crafts, food, music, and more? Or are you simply mad...

The 2023 Community Chest is open

The independent family-owned Dorset brewer, Hall & Woodhouse, has launched its 22nd Community Chest Awards. Applications are open for charitable organisations to seek support...

‘UK fibre provider of the year’ – Wessex Internet wins TWO national awards

Blandford-based Wessex Internet has been named the national 'UK Fibre Provider of the Year' in recognition of its exceptional achievements in the broadband industry....

County Show charity is close to chair’s heart

Show chair Nicki Ralph is glad Dorset County Hospital Charity is Charity of the Year – her gravely ill husband ‘would not be here...

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Point to Point returns to Badbury Rings

If you've never been to a point-to-point before, you’re in for a treat. It’s a great countryside day out where horses and riders take...

Leweston School awarded Royal College of Organists ‘gold standard’ accreditation

Leweston School has been awarded the Royal College of Organists’ highest level of accreditation, recognising excellence in organ teaching, performance and musical outreach. The accreditation...

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