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Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance in Action. Photo: DSAA.

Air Ambulance calls for Christmas donations after record incidents

DORSET and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) has launched its first-ever Christmas appeal, in a bid to raise…

The Plankbridge Hut House is available for £95,000

See inside the tiny £95,000 house that could solve the housing crisis…

FANCY living – or working – in a hut on wheels? A Dorset company, inspired by a landmark barn in…

Dorset Police has released a series of posters for businesses this Christmas. Picture: Dorset Police

Police campaign to boost business and shopper safety this Christmas

A NEW police campaign is helping people – and businesses – in Dorset have a Safer Christmas. The initiative, from…

Shepton Mallet Prison is set to close on January 2, 2024. Picture: Cove Group

Shepton Mallet prison to close with the loss of 18 jobs

SHEPTON Mallet Prison is to close in January, with the loss of 18 jobs, it has been announced. The attraction,…

NPB Utilities Ltd has applied for permission for a new base at Henstridge Airfield. Pictures: Google

Water firm wants to build new base at Henstridge Airfield

A WATER firm wants to build new premises at Henstridge Airfield. Agent AR Dalziel has applied to Somerset Council for…

Armishaws general manager, Pat Carter, signing the Armed Forces Pledge in November last year

Wincanton company receives award for supporting military personnel

WINCANTON-based Armishaws Removals‘ commitment to supporting military personnel has been recognised with…

Apprentice of the Year Mateusz Sapko receives his award. Picture: Blackmore Ltd

Blackmore printer named apprentice of the year at prestigious awards

A YOUNG employee at Shaftesbury printing firm Blackmore Ltd has been named Apprentice of the Year. Mateusz Sapko, apprentice pre/press…

Marian Britton and Michelle Chandler have been at Wincanton Hospital for decades

Wincanton Hospital staff recognised for 80 years’ combined service

THE service and dedication of two staff members at Wincanton Hospital – who have racked up more than 80…

A previous display of the Shepton Mallet Christmas Lights | Photo: Shepton Mallet Town Council

Christmas lights and market in Shepton Mallet – details revealed

CHRISTMAS lights in Shepton Mallet will be accompanied by a festive night market when they’re switched on…

Co-op staff hand over the donation to 1st Wincanton Scouts

Wincanton Scouts receive £1,000 donation from Co-op

SCOUTS in Wincanton have received a welcome £1,000 boost. The 1st Wincanton Scouts were selected to receive a £1,055.45 donation…