Shortlists in – and voting underway – in Muddy Stilettos Somerset & Dorset business awards: Full List
SHORTLISTS are in and voting is underway in the finals of the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in their 13th...
Plans for new Aldi store in Sturminster Newton submitted
BUDGET supermarket giant Aldi has submitted plans for a new Dorset store - investing £7 million and creating dozens of...
Local heroes: Village shop shortlisted for top countryside award
THE village shop at Fontmell Magna, run by Duane and Tarnia Hills, is in the running for a prestigious award....
New digital system helps police and businesses crack down on shoplifting
A NEW digital reporting system is helping police across Dorset catch shoplifters faster – with officers now solving cases in...
Council highlights £1.73bn visitor economy in national tourism celebration
TOURISM ambassadors and businesses are joining forces to champion Dorset as a diverse destination throughout English Tourism Week (March 13...
Six years at the top: Care South again ranked in UK’s best care groups
CARE South has been named one of the UK’s Top 20 Care Home Groups for the sixth consecutive year, cementing...
Wincanton’s new cinema – The Plaza – is OPEN!
THE first customers at Wincanton's new cinema are currently enjoying Zootropolis 2 on the opening day of the venue. Ashley...
Chamber names new chairman amid expansion plans
A NEW chairman has been appointed to lead the Shaftesbury and District Chamber of Commerce. Jim Chetwode has taken on...
Council offering tradespeople chance to join national accreditation scheme
A ONE-OFF scheme has been launched offering local tradespeople the chance to join a national accreditation scheme at half the...
Community banking launches in Gillingham after High Street closure
RESIDENTS in Gillingham will soon have access to essential banking services once again thanks to a new community banking initiative...
