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…
New gym plan at Bridport trading estate submitted to planners
A NEW gym could be set to open in Bridport. A planning application has been submitted to Dorset Council to…
Artwork remembering Covid lockdowns installed on Shepton Mallet path
ARTWORK representing the importance of physical activity during the Covid lockdowns has been installed on a path in Shepton…
Stalbridge carer Joy wins prestigious BBC award for efforts in the community
A STALBRIDGE carer and mental health champion has been honoured at a prestigious awards ceremony. Joy Ford was honoured at…
PICTURES: Sherborne care home celebrates ‘outstanding’ rating with Tea at The Ritz party
TEA at The Ritz was the order of the day at a Sherborne care home’s celebration party to mark…
Ambulance service chief executive to leave organisation
THE chief executive of the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is leaving the organisation. Will Warrender CBE,…