It’s time for a rethink on dental care
I spent much of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day sorting through crates of papers in my new…
The PM is right to push on maths
I’m not sure whether it is physically possible for your spirits to soar while your blood runs cold? If it…
Farmers call for more support to extend hedgerows
Farmers would be keen to extend hedgerows in a bid to boost nature – if the right support was…
NBVM meets Shamanic healer Inga Lamb
Shamanic healer Inga Lamb believes that her skills can help people suffering with mental health issues. NBVM met her…
What a winner!
Renata Monk of Shaftesbury is the proud winner of our Christmas hamper from Virginia Hayward. She can’t wait to…
Sherborne Hospital wards praised for outstanding care
Wards at Sherborne Hospital have been praised for the care given to patients. Staff at The Willows unit at Sherborne’s…
Local explorer leads charitable Bolivian expedition
In November 2022, a 22-strong Anglo-Bolivian expedition led by local explorer Col John Blashford-Snell carried out a scientific recce…
Council tax rise on the cards – but it’s less than the maximum allowed
Council tax in Dorset is set to rise next year as county chiefs look to set a balanced budget. Dorset…
Mere’s New Year’s Day hike
WALKERS from Mere collected a ‘New Year New Bottom’ badge after a near four-mile hike on a damp New…
Ride & Stride raises large sum for Historic Churches Trust
Thousands of pounds have been raised for Dorset Historic Churches Trust in 2022’s annual Ride & Stride event. The funds…
