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]

News

Dorset trials ‘sensor-based’ care to keep elderly at home

Independence is important to all of us - but as we reach a certain age or develop a medical problem and the threat of...
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14yr old Ruby ‘The Pocket Rocket’ Else-White is crowned Two Time National Champion

Last weekend Stalbridge teenager Ruby Else-White competed in the England Boxing National Schools Championships, and once again was crowned champion. Twice-national champion Ruby was...
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What to do with 7,000 unanswered calls to local GPs every month?

Like every general practice surgery in the NHS, Gillingham Medical Practice is under pressure. But despite the workload, the priority is always making sure...
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Blackmore Vale magazine death notices

Richard Batterham – Obituary

Richard Batterham, of Durweston, was one of the most revered potters of his time.27th March 1936 - 7th September 2021 It was Donald Potter and...
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Dorset Charity

Community in Sturminster Newton

Sturminster Newton is a pretty market town and the 'unofficial' capital of the Blackmore Vale. It's picturesque 1,00 year old mill on the River...
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Local History

How an 1857 murder in India halted Dorset traffic last month

A young Dorset army officer, severely wounded during the 1857 Indian Mutiny, succeeded in leading women and children to safety despite being under constant...
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Equestrian Dorset

County Show selected as qualifier for prestigious horse show

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For the first time in its 183-year history, the Dorset County Show is making a significant addition to its line-up by hosting qualifier classes...
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Dorset community news

Osprey pair return to Dorset for fifth year

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A pair of ospreys central to Dorset’s reintroduction project have returned to the county for the fifth consecutive year. Female CJ7 and male 022 –...
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