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Water Bottles – Rik Lonsdale
A huge thanks to local writer Rik Lonsdale for sending us this topical and timely story for the web even though we cannot publish this in the magazine. Enjoy. I was out for a run, my daily exercise, and I’d … Read More
Lockdown in North Dorset
We are living in strange times that mean many of us are locked in our homes for most of each day. Aren’t we lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the country? There have been many stunning photos … Read More
Celebration by Rik Lonsdale
She was late. He could tell as soon as she came in, before he even saw her. The lengthy pause between the opening and then crashing of the front door, the shoes kicked off rather than gently prised from her … Read More
Half a Heart Day
Last month at St Mary the Virgin CE Primary School and Nursery we held a ‘Half a Heart’ day to raise money for the charity ‘Little Hearts Matter’. This is a charity close to our hearts as we have a … Read More
Dyosa Aesthetics
On the 8th February, Dyosa Aesthetics opened at Fitness by Design Gillingham in the Old Market Centre. The launch was a success with quite a number of CJ’s old and new clients who popped in and got their free Vitamin … Read More
Alfred Wins Shaftesbury Area FM Radion Licence
A group of Shaftesbury residents is celebrating after broadcast regulator Ofcom awarded their not-for-profit venture the community radio licence for the area. It means that Alfred, which has been creating online radio-style programmes or podcasts, will soon be available on … Read More
Shaftesbury Fringe 2020 – Open for Performers to Register
Registration has opened for Shaftesbury Fringe, with performers being offered a new, discount booking deal. And this year, organisers hope to transform the High Street into a space for public performance with artists displaying their creativity. Shaftesbury Fringe co-chairman Rob … Read More
The Performance by Rik Lonsdale
Such was the demand for the best seats that people began arriving half an hour before the performance was to start. They queued in the dark and the rain before the doors opened. The auditorium was full of hustle and … Read More
Autumn Story by Rik Lonsdale
It was their first home together and, like many people, Jack and Beth wanted to make it special. ‘You know,’ said Beth, ‘things are going to have to change when Autumn comes.’ ‘I know, I know. There’s a lot to … Read More
Gillingham Town Youth Girls Football Club
We are currently recruiting players for the 2019/20 season This year Gillingham Town Youth FC are encouraging girls of all ages and abilities to play football. With the response so far we are able to enter u11 / u13 / … Read More
