Fears over elderly in energy bill arrears as winter appeal launched in Dorset
MORE people than ever could find themselves in arrears on their energy bills this winter, a Dorset charity has…
Open gardens event raises £1,400 for Dorset hospital appeal
AN open gardens event raised more than £1,000 for Dorset County Hospital’s new appeal. Cattistock Open Gardens, which ran in…
NHS issues warning over bonfire burns over fireworks weekend
SCORES of people each year require treatment for burns due to fireworks incidents in the south west – and…
Light Up a Life to remember a loved one this Christmas
LOST loved ones will once again be remembered at special services across Dorset this Christmas. The Weldmar Hospicecare charity is…
Somerset village music festival raises £9,000 for life-saving charities
A VILLAGE music festival raised £9,000 for charity. The 2023 edition of Wickfest, which takes place in Milborne Wick, has…
Low Vision Day event in Dorchester offering advice and support
THE emotional and practical impact of sight loss will be among topics at a special day of events at…
Specialist stroke support services being rolled out in Dorset
SPECIALIST stroke support services are being rolled out in Dorset. Ahead of World Stroke Day on Sunday…
Breakthrough cervical cancer treatment welcomed by Dorset charity
A DORSET charity has hailed a breakthrough treatment for cervical cancer, revealed at a major medical conference. The treatment was…
Home offers respite for Dorset families of children with autism or learning disabilities
“OFTEN, families can feel like they’re on the brink due to the tremendous pressures they face.” Those are the words…
Marina’s colourful mural delights youngsters on children’s ward at DCH
CHILDREN at Dorset County Hospital are enjoying a colourful welcome thanks to the work of a renowned artist. Marina Renee-Cemmick,…
