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Wake up!

I often write about food production in this unstable world, and today’s world news only reinforces the message. I’m writing this on the last...

Hinton Workspace to host Business Expo

North Dorset businesses are invited to connect, collaborate and grow at the Hinton Workspace Business Expo on Wednesday 12th November – a one-day celebration...

Councillors need to be able to rock the boat

When I first asked what type of work I’d be doing as a new parish councillor, I was firmly told that all I would...

Help and Kindness at the heart of Dorset

‘I don’t know what I need’ – Jon Sloper received one phone call that revealed the power of connecting the dots to support lives...

An Abbey harvest service for 30 years of farming’s quiet heroes

Sherborne Abbey was filled with voices, laughter and a strong sense of solidarity as 500 people gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the...

Does DSAA really need your £1 million?

Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance has £44 million in reserves, but is still asking for donations. Is its second helicopter appeal really necessary? The Dorset...

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Happy Times (the busy life of a retired event horse)

Retired event horses enjoy a life just as varied as when they competed, says ex-Head Girl Mouse Berry. Since retiring in 2018, top five- star...

An Abbey harvest service for 30 years of farming’s quiet heroes

Sherborne Abbey was filled with voices, laughter and a strong sense of solidarity as 500 people gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the...