Category: Dorset community news

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...

Airwaves and elbow grease

When Abbey104 lost its studio, the community rallied – and now Sherborne’s radio station is stronger, louder and more local than ever ‘I only came...

Fuel prices are going up AGAIN?

A local expert from Citizen’s Advice provides timely tips on consumer issues. Q: I read that the Energy Price Cap is due to go up...

Classic & Supercar Sunday shifts up a gear with a new home at Canford School

Sunday 24 August 2025 | Canford School, Canford Magna, DorsetSponsored by Daizun Investments One of Dorset’s most beloved summer events is on the move –...

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The calm before the storm

Lucy Procter, co-owner of The Glanvilles Stud, shares a diary of life on a Thoroughbred stud.This month - sales foals and poo-picking after 30...

How Dorset Villages Are Keeping Traditional Pub Games Alive

Across the Blackmore Vale's village pubs skittle alleys are being swept clean, dartboards rehung, and cribbage cards shuffled again on Tuesday evenings. Far from...