Category: Dorset community news

Silence in Sturminster as mayor quits after four months

As Dorset councillor Carole Jones warns that Sturminster has lost ‘a wealth of experience’, Rachael Rowe tries to understand what is happening at Sturminster...

Historic steam gala heads to Swanage Railway

Six locomotives spanning half a century of steam power will take centre stage at the Swanage Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala from 12th to 14th...

Wimborne Food Festival serves up a taste of Dorset

Wimborne Food Festival returns on Saturday 20th September, bringing a full day of flavour, community and food-focused celebration to the town centre.Running from 11am...

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance launches appeal for second life-saving helicopter

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) will launch its 2ndHeli Appeal on Monday 8th September, calling on public support to raise the final £1...

Bring a shovel … and maybe a flak jacket

When Okeford Fitzpaine Parish Council was quoted £10,000 to clear a blocked waterway, councillors feared it would sink their budget. After several sharp intakes...

What’s on in Sturminster Newton this autumn?

The next Car and Bike Enthusiasts Meet will take place on Saturday 6th September on the Recreation Ground – all are welcome to come...

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“I wasn’t thinking about managing. I was terrified I’d never ride again”

When Jemima Green was paralysed from the waist down after a car crash, she thought she’d never be able to ride again. She was...