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,…
Dorset florist backing cancer charity with bouquets after her own diagnosis
IN June last year, florist Kerry O’Brien received the news everyone fears. She was diagnosed with breast cancer. Having gone…
Sherborne MP visits hospital of his birth after campaigning to re-open MIU
SHERBORNE MP Chris Loder returned to the hospital where he was born for a tour of facilities. The Conservative MP…
Planners green light new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at Dorset County Hospital
PLANS for a new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in Dorchester…
Council appeals to help keep children in Dorset warm this winter
DORSET Council is appealing for warm clothing for children, to help families struggling with the cost of…
Spitfire flight topped bucketlist for Andy after MND diagnosis
A DEVASTATING diagnosis has prompted one man to pursue his dream of taking to the skies over Compton Abbas…
Meet the Down Syndrome support group for parents & children in Dorset
SHINE 21 Dorset is a buddy support group for children and young people with Down Syndrome, and…
Vaccinations: Vulnerable people urged to book jabs in Dorset
VULNERABLE people in Dorset are being urged to get their Covid-19 and flu jabs ahead of the winter. Vaccination appointments…
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…
