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Immerse yourself in summer solstice

Join Dorset’s most beloved immersive theatre company, Earth Kin Events, tomorrow, Saturday, June 18, for a summer solstice celebration…

Get a kick up yer bluegrass

Expect tales of whisky, railroads and heartbreak as UK bluegrass band, Old Baby Mackerel bring their traditional American sounds…

Oh, we do like a blue beside our seaside!

Words and pictures by Lorraine Gibson. Three of our nearest beaches, Avon Beach, Highcliffe and Friars Cliff have more than…

Railway volunteer helps mark Queen’s Jubilee

A dedicated Swanage Railway volunteer has crafted two special headboards marking the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee which will grace the…

Oly after his swim around Grand Cayman

‘Human fish’ Oly conquers Cayman

Not content with breaking one world swimming record, Oly Rush, turbo-swimmer extraordinaire, aka the Human Fish, has made history…

Honouring our young fliers

Soldiers from the Royal School of Signals at Blandford Forum have helped to improve a poignant Dorset memorial at…

Make the most of a special weekend

Jubilant June! A wonderful start to the month is promised, with many outdoor celebrations planned for Her Majesty, and an…

Electric cars costing too much to own

According to research commissioned by Europcar the recent rise in the cost of electricity has put off three in…

How to keep it cool for cats

Feline sun worshipers! Cats can overheat in hot weather, so it’s important to provide them with an environment to help keep…

Pupils are bewitched by farm

Badgers Class at Witchampton C of E First School had a wonderful educational visit to Launceston Farm to enhance…