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‘Bee kind to us’ county is urged

Extinction Bees PIC Members of Extinction Rebellion Wimborne gathered in the centre of Wimborne last Saturday with the message ,Stop…

Beware of lungworm

Lungworm (or Angiostrongylus Vasorum) is a parasite affecting dogs and foxes. It can cause significant disease and in some…

Charity staff prevail despite Pandemic

Employees at Dorset’s Disability Charity Diverse Abilities have completed their qualifications, despite challenges and changes to learning during the…

The fabulous folk fest that really delivers

Wimborne Folk Festival 2022 was a great day, with nothing but the best in entertainment. There was so much to…

Natasha beat the test of time to help others

Sixteen years ago, Wimborne mum Natasha Hunt was praying she’d live long enough to see her new baby take…

County dancers fly the flag

A team of talented dancers from Dorset have been setting the world stage alight after they fly to Spain…

Dear Ukraine… Daisy’s here for you

‘Dear Ukraine – we are here for you…’ These are the heartfelt words of an Edmondsham teen who has penned…

Does my pet have heat stroke?

Most domestic pets are covered with fur and so can’t regulate their body temperature by sweating. They rely on…

Toasts, tiaras and trifles to mark Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign

Lorraine Gibson takes a look at just some of the right-royal celebrations that took place around our area over…

A fond farewell for popular Gary

Congregations and communities surrounding the seven Avon Valley Churches gathered in hordes for Revd Canon Gary Philbrick’s farewell service…