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Ferndown Wetherspoons closure date confirmed – despite Nightjar drinkers’ petition

A POPULAR Wetherspoon pub in Dorset is set to close next month. The pub chain, known as ‘Spoons, has chosen…

Dorset families urged to check on free school meals: Here’s how

FAMILIES are being urged to check if their children are eligible for free school meals – saving them up…

Mayor of Blandford opens new family-run steakhouse, Jerry’s

A NEW steakhouse, wine bar and café was officially opened by the mayor of Blandford. The mayor, Councillor Hugo Mieville,…

Acclaimed London chef set to take on Highcliffe restaurant

A CHEF and restaurateur famous for creating an acclaimed chain in London is turning his attention to Dorset with…

The Ringwood Brewery site will close after a sale could not be agreed

Ringwood Brewery to be sold, town premises to close

A FAMOUS Ringwood name is set to close premises in the town and be sold off. Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company…

Cooking… with Martha Legg

Hors D’oeuvres Martin says that I have an inner ‘Hyacinth Bouquet’ that comes out when we have friends or family…

Pop to Pimperne for coffee

Coffee lovers have a new place to visit in Pimperne after the opening of a new venture. Laurie Griffin has…

Poole Seafood Festival cancelled, organisers say

POOLE Seafood Festival has been called off. Organiser Dorset Food Festivals said the event, scheduled for June 2 to 4,…

Entries taste great at bake-off challenge

Lockyer’s Middle School held its very own bake-off challenge, modelled on the popular TV programme. The event was launched by…

Wimborne mayor opens Little Pickle at the mill café

A MAYORAL welcome was given to a new café at the historic Walford Mill. Little Pickle at The Mill was…