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First Milk get the cream of Shaftesbury

BV Dairy, the globally successful third generation family business in Shaftesbury, has been sold to First Milk - a British farming co-operative.The Highnam family...

Dorset Council votes for tax hike on second homes

Dorset Councillors have agreed to impose a council tax premium on second homes in the county. The introduction of the 100% council tax premium...

Wincanton golf reprieve

A grassroots revolt against The Jockey Club’s closure decision is breathing new life into Wincanton Golf Course – Steve Keenan reports An organised revolt by...

All Black Jerome Kaino’s Clayesmore masterclass tackles rugby’s rough edge

Award-winning writer Sam Peters looks for a game-changing playbook with Jerome Kaino’s Dorset evasion clinic providing a beacon for the future The headlines surrounding rugby...

North Dorset MP secures £600m for local councils

Simon Hoare plays pivotal role in securing the funding boost, aiming to alleviate financial strains on Dorset and Somerset councils On 12th January, 46 Members...

Better news from Yeovil

Yeovil town council steps up with tax increase to safeguard beloved recreation ground amidst Somerset’s budget cuts There is some good news from Yeovil on...

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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...

Temporary Office Assistant | Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Office Assistant with an eye for detail to join our team at Gillingham and Shaftesbury Agricultural Society for the 2026 event season...