School praised in Ofsted’s report
A BLANDFORD school has been praised for having a ‘caring ethos’. Ofsted inspectors visited Milldown CofE Academy in October and…
Your toy donations will give poorly youngsters a boost this Christmas
“THESE will make a lot of children very happy.” New Blackmore Vale readers have done themselves proud in donating toys…
Peter Blake
Suddenly on the 13th December 2022 at Yeovil District Hospital. Peter William Charles aged 75 years of Stalbridge. Beloved…
New balance classes in Sturminster Newton
This new year, enjoy gentle exercise with a qualified trainer and reduce your risk of a fall. In 2023 Age…
Pantry’s plans for the future
There’s no time for resting on laurels at Sturminster Newton’s social supermarket SO what is next for the Vale Pantry? Well,…
Flood defences for listed houses
A row of houses in Sherborne are being offered new front doors to tackle flooding. Wessex Water has applied for…
Help for those in crisis this Christmas
Mental health services in Dorset will remain open over Christmas and new year. The county’s Access Mental Health services will…
Mince pies for fans and bubbly for Dominic
By Avril Lancaster. Tesco Superstore supplied mince pies to Shaftesbury fans entering the ground before the FA Vase 3rd round…
Murphy John Thomas
Sadly passed away on 7th December 2022 at the age of 81yrs. Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather who will…
No safe way to drink and drive
More than 150 people have been arrested as part of a police drink-drive crackdown in the run up to…
