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Mayor drops in to wish Florence a happy 100th birthday

THE Mayor of Blandford joined in the fun during a day of celebration to mark one resident’s 100th birthday.

Councillor Hugo Mieville dropped in to Ryan Court to see resident – and new centenarian – Florence Wallis.

A spokesperson from Ryan Court said: “After a lunch out with her family she returned to her retirement complex, to be surprised by a lovely tea party with her many friends and family.

“Florence was overwhelmed by the many gifts and flowers she received.

“The afternoon culminated with a visit by the Blandford Mayor. A fantastic day for a fantastic lady.”

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I am the editor in chief of Blackmore Vale media, which includes the New Blackmore Vale, New Stour & Avon, Salisbury & Avon Gazette and the Purbeck Gazette, having been a reporter for some 20 years. In my spare time, I am a festival lover, with a particular focus on Glastonbury. I live in Somerset with my wife and two children.