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Sturminster’s Royal British Legion joins with Combined Cadet Force

On Saturday 12th November, Clayesmore School’s Combined Cadet Force (CCF) assembled at Sturminster Newton. The detachment was to be awarded new badges, announcing its...

Connections with community

Feeling connected is a fundamental human need, says Dorset Mind’s Abigail Hole, and one that should be thought about as winter arrives As the colder...

Neighbourhood priorities

The autumn has seen the local policing teams concentrating on the issues which the public have said are their biggest concerns, says PC Tom...

A sneaky peek into the astonishing 1855 in Sturminster Newton

The interior of the old NatWest bank in Sturminster Newton has been veiled in secrecy for many months. Passersby couldn't see through the boarded...

1855 opens its doors, the John Romans Building, and a Christmas ice rink!

This month’s news from the unofficial capital of the Blackmore Vale … Pauline Batstone rounds up a busy month in Sturminster Newton 1855The new ‘unique shop...

Much more than food

Last month, Blandford Food Bank celebrated ten years of supporting the community – and it is more needed than ever. Rachael Rowe reports Alongside.Together.Courageous.Faithworks chief...

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Horse sense from unlikely allies

An equine therapy centre in Blandford is creating transformative connections for those most in need of healing – Sally Cooper reports Researching a new equestrian...

Live the life you choose with empowering dementia support

For many people, the time to seek some help comes when an individual’s dementia care needs can no longer be comfortably or safely managed...