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The awards ceremony takes place at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth on February 6 Picture: Dorset Tourism Awards

Finalists revealed for Dorset Tourism Awards

59 BUSINESSES and organisations across Dorset have been highlighted for the work they do to further tourism in the…

Christiana before and after the hair cut Picture Elizabeth Blackledge

Sherborne woman shaves head to support mum with rare blood cancer

A SHERBORNE woman cut all her hair off to raise money for an important cause close…

Somerset Council hopes the area will become a popular focal point for the community Picture: Somerset Council

“State-of-the-art” amphitheatre set to open in Yeovil in January

AN amphitheatre-style space is set to open to the public in Yeovil in the New Year. The area at the…

Luckily, no one was injured by the fire Picture: Dorset Council Waste Services

Batteries left in bin sets recycling vehicle ablaze

PEOPLE are being reminded to not dispose of batteries in their recycling bin after it set a recycling collection…

Wheat bags are popular around winter Picture: DW Fire and Rescue

Fire service issues safety warning after wheat bag catches fire

FIREFIGHTERS have issued a warning to those that use microwavable wheat bags to stay warm. Wheat bags are sealed bags…

The set was made from scratch by the school’s art and design department Picture: Sherborne Area Schools' Trust

Creepy, kooky and completely captivating: The Gryphon School shines with The Addams Family Musical

MORE than 1,000 people came to watch the sold-out performances of The Addams Family musical at the Gryphon School…

£5,000 was given to Fortuneswell Cancer Trust Picture: Ducks and Drakes

Ducks and Drakes donates more than £20,000 to support Dorset cancer patients

A CANCER trust in Dorset is thanking supporters after it handed out more than £20,000 to cancer support groups…

The RSPCA said reports of neglect are likely to increase over the Christmas period as people face financial hardships Picture: RSPCA

Shocking stats reveal 13% increase in pet neglect in Dorset

524 ANIMAL neglect incidents were reported in Dorset from January to September this year – and the RSPCA said…

Students and staff at Sherborne Prep School handing the cheque to Dorset Wildlife Trust Picture: Dorset Wildlife Trust

Sherborne school helps protect Dorset’s nature reserves with £5,000 donation

A SCHOOL in Sherborne has been thanked by the Dorset Wildlife Trust after the charity was handed a  £5,000…

22-year-old Shetland pony Romeo visited children at Sherborne Primary ahead of the project launch event Picture: Sherborne Area Schools' Trust

Sherborne’s generosity shines bright for families in need this Christmas

FAMILIES in Sherborne can enjoy an extra special Christmas this year thanks to the generosity of the community. 197 Christmas…