Boots pharmacy in Wincanton to close in March, says town council
BOOTS in Wincanton is closing next year, it has been claimed. The store, in the High Street, is understood to…
Bereavement support on offer at cafe gatherings
BEREAVEMENT support will be on offer at drop-in sessions in Weymouth and Dorchester this month. Bereavement Cafes offering advice and…
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…
Second Home-Start charity steps up after West Dorset branch closed
MORE volunteers have stepped up to protect families in need after the closure of a Dorset charity. Last month,
Dorchester couple’s tragic loss becomes story of inspiration and hope
A HEARTBREAKING story of loss has turned to one of inspiration and hope for one Dorchester family. Katie and Graham…
Blandford bathed in purple to mark World Pancreatic Cancer Day
BLANDFORD was bathed in purple this week to mark a special health awareness day. The Town Hall was lit up…
£1.4m project to cut waiting times at Dorset County Hospital
A £1.4 MILLION project is underway in a bid to cut waiting times at a Dorset hospital. A ward at…
Somerset leaders write to government in funding plea amid bankruptcy fears
“THE model for funding social care is broken and we urgently need your support to ensure we can continue…
Home-Start Wessex family support charity to expand after closure of sister branch
A FAMILY support charity is expanding after a west Dorset group closed after it was unable to secure funding. Home-Start…
Dorset’s Beryl bike hire scheme launched in Corfe Mullen and Upton
PEDDLE power is now available to rent in Corfe Mullen and Upton to help residents and visitors get around. People…