Happy-go-lucky
Looking for something to cheer us up in the throes of what felt like continually depressing news about war, climate...
Fifehead Magdalen church on the mend
Essential works to make the 14th century church of St Mary Magdalene at Fifehead Magdalen fit and safe to use...
Written in the stars (or the wheat)
Bruton farmer surprises his fiancé with a unique proposal. Spoiler alert: she said ‘Yes’! by Mark Pritchett Farmer Josh Atkins...
In defence of foxes
Extensive research shows that our rural and urban foxes are a timid and peaceful bunch by Pip Donovan When dusk...
Max Symonds: King of Combe
Having dedicated his life to motorcycle racing, Max Symonds is at the top of his game and looking to go...
A very popular postie
Justin Sainsbury, whose postal round covers Compton Chamberlayne and Barford St Martin, has been delivering smiles along with the usual...
The Benett’s bonkers for begonias
The fourth annual ‘Best Begonia Basket in the Benett Bar’ competition at the Benett Arms, Semley, produced its usual riot...
Carole’s the Blackmore Vale’s best baker!
“I just love cake!” says Sherborne’s Carole Edwards, as she’s finally allowed to talk about her selection for the Great...
Helen rises to the challenges
Helen Gilchrist of Poles Ahead has recently finished three amazing sponsored challenges… Helen’s first challenge was to walk the 72-mile...
Generous donations
The Vale Pantry, a ‘social supermarket’ in Sturminster Newton, has received a helping hand from Heather Fullarton and friends Heather...
