The New Blackmore Vale

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Some interesting inclusions this time around..
16/10/2025

Some interesting inclusions this time around..

While Dorset is famous for its bountiful picturesque towns and villages, a new list has put together the very best places to live.

Are you happy to see something finally being done to the building?Previous plans were approved to turn it into a cafΓ© or...
15/10/2025

Are you happy to see something finally being done to the building?

Previous plans were approved to turn it into a cafΓ© or restaurant, but these were never implemented..

A former bank building that closed in 2015 can now be turned into two shops following the approval of plans.

The last remaining pub in a hamlet near Blandford could be turned into housing - despite previous plans being rejectedCo...
15/10/2025

The last remaining pub in a hamlet near Blandford could be turned into housing - despite previous plans being rejected

Concerns have been raised that should the plans not be successful this time the building could fall into disrepair

But the local council expressed concerns over the loss of the area's last remaining pub and says it has the potential to thrive

Full story in the comments πŸ‘‡

Thankfully the girl's injuries weren't described as serious
15/10/2025

Thankfully the girl's injuries weren't described as serious

The 12-year-old was hit between 5.50pm and 6.05pm on September 30 at the traffic lights crossing near to the St John Roundabout.

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14/10/2025

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Congratulations Aimee Louise! πŸ¦‹

'A peacock butterfly found in our garden.'

Look out for our post this weekend on Facebook where we call for your Photo of the Week...

β€œOther than our fantastic locations, lovely customers and superb furniture, our staff are the reason why the business co...
14/10/2025

β€œOther than our fantastic locations, lovely customers and superb furniture, our staff are the reason why the business continues to flourish.”

Well done for 30 years - here's to 30 more!

A husband and wife team behind a furniture shop in Salisbury are celebrating 30 years of providing high-quality furniture to customers.

A great coup for the festival!
14/10/2025

A great coup for the festival!

Martin Brown is the man behind the countless hilarious illustrations that appear in the hugely successful Horrible Histories book series.

Would you welcome the store?
13/10/2025

Would you welcome the store?

Supermarket giant Aldi has confirmed it is looking at creating a new store in Sturminster Newton - and people are asked for their thoughts.

Something to consider if you have a spare few hours each week!
13/10/2025

Something to consider if you have a spare few hours each week!

People looking to give back to their community are being invited to see how they can help at an upcoming volunteers fair in Wincanton.

Slurry was seen polluting more than two miles of a river between Sherborne and Dorchester, causing the farm to be sent a...
13/10/2025

Slurry was seen polluting more than two miles of a river between Sherborne and Dorchester, causing the farm to be sent a bill for more than Β£16,000.

Good work by the Environment Agency! Full story in the commentsπŸ‘‡

Share your best photo from the last 7 days, and we'll pick one to be our 𝐏𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π–πžπžπ€! πŸ“ΈThe winner will be announce...
12/10/2025

Share your best photo from the last 7 days, and we'll pick one to be our 𝐏𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π–πžπžπ€! πŸ“Έ

The winner will be announced on Tuesday evening!

Have you got a story you’d like to share? Are you fundraising for an important cause? Are you angry over a planning appl...
11/10/2025

Have you got a story you’d like to share? Are you fundraising for an important cause? Are you angry over a planning application in your area? Do you want to highlight something important going on in your town? 🧐

Then we’d like to hear from you!

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