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A century of service

Dorset’s longest-serving councillors – Stella Jones and Robert Corben talk to Rachael Rowe about 50 years of commitment to their communities Two Dorset residents are...

A whirlwind tour of all that’s coming up in Sturminster Newton this month

Pauline Batstone shares her monthly round up of what’s happening among the town’s collection of community enterprises and events The Boutique, The Emporium and 1855...

Ready for Rev Offs?

The ultimate Classic & Supercar Sunday returns to Clayesmore this month, and with more than 650 cars on display it’s set to be a...

First time renting tips

A local expert from Citizen’s Advice provides timely tips on consumer issues. Q: ‘I’m moving house and will be renting somewhere on my own for...

Village rallies to save historic school

In the heart of Winterborne Stickland, a village community is rallying to save a piece of their village’s history. The Stickleberries pre-school and day...

Sherborne’s new Community Hub and café

Thanks to generous donations and support from many local groups and charities, Sherborne Primary School opened their new Community Hub building in June. The...

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Is this the ultimate pony?

Is the Connemara simply the best pony? Local breeder Kate Walters explains their appeal and introduces a couple of Connemara superstars The Connemara is a...

Not trying to take over the world – just make great ice cream

It started with a road trip to Middlesbrough for a second-hand machine – meet the North Dorset farming couple scooping small-batch ice cream At Lushes...