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From left: Alistair Doxat-Purser, Mayor of Blandford Cllr Hugo Mieville, Hayley Britton, Heidi Roberts and Gail Del-Pinto from Nourish

Blandford Foodbank+ re-launches as Nourish after major refurbishment

A VENTURE that started life as a small foodbank has re-opened at refurbished premises as a community hub, larder…

The Suntory factory in Coleford, Gloucestershire, which has produced Ribena since 1947. Picture: Suntory

Wincanton Plc loses Ribena contract with Suntory

MORE bad news for logistics firm Wincanton Plc has been confirmed after the company lost a major contract. Last week,…

Plans have been submitted for alterations at the former Howard's House Hotel, in Teffont Evias

Plans to extend Wiltshire hotel in bid to re-open next spring

A PLANNING application has been submitted to extend a Wiltshire hotel property in a bid to see it re-open. The…

Sherborne lunch club marks 50th anniversary thanks to mystery phone call

MORE than 50 people attended a 50th anniversary meal at the Sherborne Lunch Club. The event, on Tuesday, September 19,…

Popular Clarks Village bakery applies for awning to cover diners

A BAKERY at the popular Clarks Village shopping complex could soon be sporting an awning to keep diners dry. A…

Dorset families urged to check on free school meals: Here’s how

FAMILIES are being urged to check if their children are eligible for free school meals – saving them up…

Landmark Gillingham pub could be set for major overhaul

A HIGH Street pub and hotel in Gillingham could be set for a major overhaul if plans are approved. The…

Village pub in Somerset reopens after £100,000 community effort

A VILLAGE pub has reopened – after a £100,000 community effort to get the drinks flowing again. The Alhampton Inn,…

New Food & Drink Festival coming to Bath & West Showground in 2024

A NEW food festival is coming to Somerset next year. The Royal Bath & West Society has announced plans for…

Mayor of Blandford opens new family-run steakhouse, Jerry’s

A NEW steakhouse, wine bar and café was officially opened by the mayor of Blandford. The mayor, Councillor Hugo Mieville,…