Clarks bids farewell to Blandford – and 68 years of service from Jill
WHEN the doors closed at Clarks in Blandford on Monday evening (April 22), it was the end of an…
Six homes could be built on site of Sturminster Newton British Legion Club
SIX new homes could be built on the site of the Royal British Legion Club in Sturminster Newton. Paul Dance…
Escape to the Country crew films at Dorset charity garden project
A FILM crew descended on a Dorset charity this week as part of preparation for a BBC show. The filmmakers…
How a young Keir Starmer defended Druid human rights at Stonehenge…
LABOUR leader Sir Keir Starmer was instrumental in religious freedom of expression at Stonehenge, a senior druid remembers. Pagan priest…
Government ‘calls in’ controversial plans for 490 new homes between Pimperne and Blandford
CONTROVERSIAL plans for 490 new homes between Blandford and Pimperne have been ‘called in’ by the Government. The scheme, by…
North Dorset businesses eye national finals after regional award wins
TWO North Dorset businesses – less than three miles apart – have won prestigious awards. Child Okeford Village Shop &…
Rare historical coins found buried under floor of Dorset cottage sell for £60,000
A COLLECTION of historical coins found buried under the floor of a Dorset cottage has sold for £60,000. The hoard,…
More than 120 bikers turn out to help Dorchester resident relive motorbike glory days
MORE than 120 motorbikes roared through Dorchester high street to help a care home resident’s special wish come true. Lifelong…
Duchess of Edinburgh gets an organic education during Somerset visit
ORGANIC food, learning and gardening were on the agenda for a royal visit to Somerset. The Duchess of Edinburgh was…
Somerset cider farm celebration offers something for all the family
A CIDER farm near Wincanton is launching a new “celebration of fruit trees, flowers, food and drink” this weekend.