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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...

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...

Come and stride into Christmas for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance!

Come and stride into Christmas for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance! Sunday December 11th, and registration is now open. Preparations are well under way...

Roy’s 100km desert challenge!

On the 5th of November this year, Roy Godwin, Assistant Head Gardener at Sculpture by the Lakes started what can only be described as...

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...

Give a hen a home!

Ex-commercial hens are being given a happy retirement by local volunteer Haidy – do you have room for some girls? Rachael Rowe reports Haidy Mansfield...

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Two big competitions for Team Bartlett, with lessons learned

New boy Equador MW showed his Aston Martin tendencies but Freebie slowed to miss out on his second International win, says Toots Bartlett Team Bartlett...

The BV puzzles – January 2026

Welcome to January's BV Puzzles page – your free spot for a quick brain workout. Complete the crossword, test your logic with a classic...

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