Mere car dealership drives home success with national award
A MERE car dealership has picked up a top national prize. FJ Chalke & Vale Motors, on Salisbury Street, has…
Plans submitted for makeover at landmark Frome hotel
A LANDMARK Frome hotel could get an internal and external makeover if plans are approved. Heritage Potential and Simple Simon…
Sturminster Newton pub The Bull Tavern to re-open next month
A POPULAR Sturminster Newton pub is re-opening next month. After being closed for some months, The Bull Tavern, in Common…
At The Chapel in Bruton plans changes to “unsafe” layout
A POPULAR Bruton restaurant has applied for a number of changes to the listed premises. A planning application has been…
Bid for two new bedrooms at landmark Shaftesbury hotel
AN underused function room at a Shaftesbury hotel could be converted into two new bedrooms. Makcenzie Wheeler Architecture and Interiors…
West Dorset MP calls for former Post Office boss to lose CBE
A DORSET MP has called for former Post Office boss Paula Vennells to have her CBE removed. Chris Loder (Con,…
Landmark Wincanton garage has closed – but car sales continue
A LANDMARK Wincanton car business has closed – but another continues. The garage at Bridge Motors, in Silver Street,…
Broadband firm fined £28,000 over roadworks in Street and Frome
A BROADBAND firm has been ordered to pay more than £34,000 over roadworks in Street and Frome. Truespeed Communications Ltd…
Pharmacies open on Christmas Day in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire
A NUMBER of pharmacies are opening on Christmas Day for those in need of advice and medication. Below is a…
Festive window displays in Blandford handed awards by the mayor
SHOP windows in Blandford serving up a festive feast of decorations were rewarded with certificates. Last week, Mayor of Blandford…
