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Devolution of power … or dumping unwanted tasks?

A recent council get-together to discuss devolution tempted me out the house – it’s a hot topic just now. But what exactly is the...

Community climate action in focus at Dorset’s third COP

Dorset’s third community-led ‘conference of the parties’ – Dorset COP – was declared a great success, as more than 300 people gathered at The...

Point to Point returns to Badbury Rings

If you've never been to a point-to-point before, you’re in for a treat. It’s a great countryside day out where horses and riders take...

Record-breaking arts results for Leweston students

Leweston School has marked an exceptional summer in the performing arts, with pupils from Prep 3 through to Year 13 achieving record numbers of...

New space, new chapter – The Blandford School opens Sixth Form Centre

Once a jungle-themed youth centre and now a bright and welcoming Sixth Form hub – a tired old building at The Blandford School has...

The Shaftesbury Christmas Market is back!

This December, take the opportunity to wander along the iconic Park Walk in Shaftesbury – you’ll be feeling fabulously festive as you browse stalls...

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Horse holidays and housekeeping

The horses are off for a rest, but it’s time for cleaning, sorting … and perhaps some jumping, says three-day eventer Toots Bartlett With the...

Angela Rebecca Teasdale

5th October 1976 – 14th December 2025 Angie passed away suddenly at home on Sunday 14th December, aged 49 years. Devoted wife to Roger, proud...

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