Category: Dorset community news

Good news for Sturminster Newton – the town is thriving!

Empty shops are filling up fast: the town welcomes Smiley Miley – offering dog accessories, treats and other pet merchandise – who are moving...

Hayley’s marathon effort boosts Sturfit fund

Sturfit gym instructor Hayley Goddard has raised more than £2,000 for the Sturminster Newton community leisure centre after completing this year’s London Marathon.Hayley, who...

A glorious day at the Dorset Spring Show

The sun continued to shine on the County Show team as the Dorset Spring Show opened its farm gates this weekend. Now in its...

Sunshine and Smiles at Shaftesbury’s Family Fun Run

A glorious sunny Sunday brought out runners, families and spectators for Shaftesbury Rotary’s second Family Fun Run – and what a brilliant morning it...

Community rallies for former Navy engineer living with MND

‘United for Jon’ fundraising night set for 31st May, as friends and neighbours step up to raise support for Gillingham dad Jon Over Friends and...

LLTL says ‘see you at the Spring Show!’

We’ve had a lot of fun getting ready for the Dorset Spring Show on 3rd and 4th May, and I’m thrilled to share that...

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Where the horse work happens

Margaret Millward agreed to help with the show’s equestrian classes – temporarily – in the 1990s. She’s still there and does most of the...

Rhys James brings new tour to Swanage

Comedian Rhys James will bring his latest stand-up show Chop Logic to The Mowlem in Swanage on Thursday 24th September.Known for appearances on Mock...