On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury’s Town Council Seeks Funding For High Street Pedestrianisation Consultation Break-In On Imber Road Adds To Shaftesbury Vehicle Crime Spree Shaftesbury Woman To Shave Head For Local Cancer Charity Fundraiser Shaftesbury’s Bus Gate Plan Moves Closer To Decision 5,000 Pensioners In Dorset Missing Out On Financial Support Shaftesbury Abbey Stories - Alan Dedden Found The Sculpture Head Vale Pantry Launches Advent Calendar In Shaftesbury To Support Families In Need Shaftesbury’s Poppy Appeal Launches With Major Fundraising Push Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury For Friday, 25th October Shaftesbury Residents Feature In Video To Promote Literacy Support View From The Hill - Worcester Visitor Impressed With Our Town Artists Had To Audition For Group Exhibiting Textiles In Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s In Bloom’s Thorngrove Partnership Continues But Garden Centre Shuts Celebrating Ten Years Of Hartgrove’s The Real Cure Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Autumn Colours On Christy’s Lane West Melbury Filmmaker’s Film On Forced Adoption Showing In Shaftesbury View From The Hill - Seaton Visitors Love Shaftesbury Greatest Showman Workshop For Halloween In Arts Centre Events Within 1hr From Shaftesbury On Thursday Matt Boatwright’s Property Q and A Town Council To Buy Nicer Bins From Shaftesbury Open Spaces

On The Alfred Daily Today: haftesbury Wins Silver Gilt in Britain in Bloom Awards Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Care Provider Gets Gold for End-of-Life Care Dorset Council Clarifies Budget for Gullies and Ditches Shaftesbury Town Council Wants To Grab Unclaimed Land North Dorset Prostate Cancer Support Group Grows and Evolves Sustainability Photo Exhibition Set to Arrive in Shaftesbury Halloween-Themed Tractor Run Planned for Blackmore Vale What’s On Within 1 Hour’s Drive of Shaftesbury on Wednesday Jan Walls’ Gardening Tips for Autumn: Planting Trees Town Council Chooses Shaftesbury Free Parking Dates Poetry - Elaine Cadogan Takes Us To The Caribbean North Dorset MP Insists Dorset Council Should Not Accept BCP Housing Quota

On The Alfred Daily Today: St Andrews School Receives Good Rating From Ofsted Shaftesbury What's Ons Dorset Council Asked To Take On BCP House Build Quota Because They Can’t Find Space Shaftesbury Councillor Left Out of the Loop on Bell Street TIC Property Rent Shaftesbury Town Council Appoints Rep to Compton Abbas Airfield Panel - An Airfield Manager Events Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury On Tuesday Roadworks And Road Closures Affecting Shaftesbury This Week TLW Dance Foundation Charity Quiz Night to Raise Funds For Local Youth View From The Hill -Gloucester Visitor Loves Our Peaceful Town Biggles Connection to Dorset Farmer Explored in Gold Hill Museum Talk Fontmell Raises Funds for Church Repairs With Bridge Afternoon Latest Oxfam And Cancer Research UK Bargains

 (Episode 1674) On The Alfred Daily Today: Homeless Shaftesbury Couple Appeal for Help After Tragic Loss of Baby Donhead’s Forester Pub Up for Sale or Lease New Shaftesbury Under-14 Girls Football Team Launch Appeal After 20-Goal Win Donhead Hollow Closed This Week and Plenty of Roadworks Celebrate Stories and Songs of the Carpenters at Shaftesbury Arts Centre What’s On Within One Hour of Shaftesbury Blink and You Miss It: Shaftesbury Makes The One Show and Hopes for Britain in Bloom Success View from the Hill: Hampton Court Visitors Impressed by Our Hilltop Town Karen Burkett Chats Over the Garden Fence About Local Traffic and New Shops Sunday Short Story: Liz Foster Reads Tuesday Messages Shaftesbury What’s Ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Volunteers Praised For Swift Response Following Sinkhole Locals Energised By Meeting Discussing Potential Community Wind Turbines And Solar Arrays In Shaftesbury Sculpture, Silverware And Young Villagers’ Art Show Next Weekend In East Knoyle Paul Merrifield’s Quiz Positive Motcombe Reaction To Proposed Shaftesbury-Motcombe To Gillingham Cycleway Hampshire Villagers Enjoy Community Bus Trip To Shaftesbury B3092 Closed Tomorrow And More Disruption On Shaftesbury Roads Next Week Meet My Pet, Jazz The Blue Tick Coonhound From Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury Tomorrow Sunday Karen Cole Reviews Holmes And Moriarty By Gareth Rubin

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons A Group of Volunteers Explore Potential Shaftesbury-Gillingham Cycle Route Dorset Police Warn Residents of Sophisticated New Email Scam World-Travelling Red Dress Exhibition Coming To The Stours Shaftesbury Abbey Memories - Altar Installation In 1995 Warning Issued About a 'Vicious' Pothole on A350 North of Shaftesbury Read Easy Blackmoor Vale Premieres New Films Featuring Shaftesbury Literacy Stories What's On Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury  Heart-Felt Art -Shaftesbury Artist Jess Sims Exhibits 

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury Town Council Awarded £880K For Hub - Rival May Object Motcombe’s Port Regis School Amongst the World’s Best Flood Alerts Lifted  100 Years Since Shaftesbury Abbey Was Granted Scheduled Monument Status Chefs Wanted: Leon Founder Hosts Young Cooks Event at Shaftesbury’s Trinity Centre Van Gogh Exhibition to Be Streamed at Motcombe Memorial Hall Ley Lines and Spiritual Energy Visitors Reflect on Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill What to Do This Thursday: Events in Dorset and Somerset Motcombe's Memorial Hall to Screen Van Gogh Exhibition on Big Screen Matt Boatwright's Property Q And A

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Mampitts Hall Could Get The Green Light Tonight Shaftesbury ‘One Of The 300 Best Places To Live’ Raising Funds For A Guy’s Marsh Hospital Memorial Motorbike Show Star Spotted In Shaftesbury Sophisticated Sunday – Phoenix Café Orchestra Play For Charity    Abbey Primary School Offer Stalls For Christmas Fair -22nd Nov Sisters Celebrate First Year Of Success At Motcombe’s Sorelle Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury - Wednesday Pioneering Interactive Drama For  Halloween In Shaftesbury Moving Ukrainian Movie ‘Culture Versus War’ Will Screen In Motcombe Jan Walls - Dealing With Dark Mornings And Garden Prep For Winter

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s On Enmore Green Apple Day’s Enduring Appeal Behind-the-Scenes Arts Centre Event Inspires New Volunteers Weekly Wine Bar Launches at Black Cactus Cafe Tribute To Retiring Hartgrove Radio Legend Johnnie Walker  Grove Arms in Ludwell Goes To Auction   Deadline For New Shaftesbury Youth Talent Contest Extended Motcombe Parish Council Secures Thousands From Solar Farms For Village Projects Fears For Motcombe’s Hollow Road Surface This Winter  Blackmore Vale GP Practice Lighting Candles For  Baby Loss  Shaftesbury Charity Shops Start Christmas Countdown View From The Hill- Dorchester Tour Guide Rates Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons   Motcombe Councillor Offering Land For New Estate Has Not Breached Rules Fairfax & Favor Requests Permission For Lit Signage On Former Shaftesbury Bank BV Dairy Granted Approval For Expansion Bell Street Shed Approved Despite Neighbour’s Concerns Knitted Postbox Topper Thrown Over Wall Professor Will Explain King Alfred’s Shaftesbury Connections In Upcoming Talk   East Knoyle Actor’s Stories Of Corrie And Thomas The Tank Engine Events Within 1hr Of Shaftesbury, Monday – Jason Donovan In Rocky Horror Neighbours Kate And Karren On Odd Noises And Bleke Street Parking New Fiction-Food Themed Book Club Launches At Black Cactus Café Breezy Ridge Vineyard Starts New Pub Quiz Visitors From East Sussex Praise Shaftesbury’s Charm Shaftesbury Writer Tiggy Hayes Reads ‘Somebody Else’s Day’

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s On Motcombe Music Festival Success Spurs Plans for 2025 Event  Man Found with Substance in Shaftesbruy Stop Search by Police Hungrytown Reschedules Semley Performance to Friday the 18th Shaftesbury Council to Use £50,000 for New Visitor Signage Council to Discuss Refurbishment of Shaftesbury Bins at Meeting Dorset Council’s ‘Big Conversation’ Roadshow Faces Criticism Shaftesbury Cabinet Meetings Could Rotate Across Dorset Venues Paul Merrifield’s Pub Quiz Walk of the Week: Explore History of East Stour and Duncliffe Hill Meet Scout the Schnauzer: A Loyal Companion from Donhead Original Music Awards Welcomes Dorset Musicians for 2025 Event Karen Cole Reviews Tony J Forden’s Latest Crime Thriller

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Oppose Cuts To Winter Fuel Allowance After North Dorset Evidence Shared North Dorset MP Wants Delay To VAT On Independent School Fees Dorset’s Water Supply History At County Archives Adrian Ryder’s Bookshelf: Victorian Shaftesbury Tourism Guide Offers Fascinating Insights St Edward’s Way Pilgrims Complete 30-Mile Trek To Shaftesbury Abbey Dorset Council Votes To Ban Pets As Prizes On Council Land Iranian Visitors Share Their Impressions Of Shaftesbury’s Historic Abbey Melbury Artist’s Wildlife Poster Gains International Interest Comedy, Music, And Tribute Acts Among Entertainment Options For 12th October Job Vacancy: Cleaner Needed At Shaftesbury Football Club’s Pitchers Bar

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Bus Gate Public Inquiry Uncertain – Most Objections Likely Dismissed Shaftesbury’s Charities Invited To Christmas Light Switch-On Memorial To Fallen Semley Police Officer Yvonne Fletcher Unveiled In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Town Centre Road Closures Next Week Gold Hill Museum Showcases Shaftesbury’s Health Resort Past BBC Error Predicts 6000 MPH Winds For Shaftesbury Shaftesbury’s Kit & Caboodle Shop To Close In December After Eight Years Wiltshire Council Approves Next Steps – Ludwell Housing Target Confirmed Morocco To Shaftesbury – Trader Travels Tonight To Sunday’s Last 2024 Market German Visitors Share Their Impressions Of Shaftesbury 15 Years Of Acoustic Café – In Shaftesbury Friday

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury And Cann To Continue With Neighbourhood Plan After £28K Spent Five-Day High Street Closure Will Coincide With Sink Hole Works Tree Preservation Order Placed Motcombe Solar Farm Site Flood Alert Remains In Place For Upper Stour And Tributaries U.S Folk Duo Returns To Semley With Intimate Performance Minority Groups Are Focus For Wiltshire’s Public Health Events Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury On Thursday, Healthwatch Dorset Seeks Feedback On Shaftesbury Pharmacy Services Acker Bilk  And Cream Teas For St Peter’s Church View From The Hill- Nicaraguan And Canadian Visitors Share Their Thoughts On Shaftesbury Cop Turned Vicar’s Bravery Award Stories In Fontmell Church Fundraiser Shaftesbury Property Expert Matt Boatwright Answers Your Questions                

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Announce Public Inquiry Over Bus Gate Town Council’s Mampitts Hub Recommended -But Dorset Council May Request New Bids From Both Applicants Honda Jazz Driver Fined For No Insurance New Sea Shanty Group To Set Sail In Shaftesbury’s Ship Inn Masterchef Finalist And Author Shares Stories And Recipes At Shaftesbury’s Bookshop Events Within 1hr of Shaftesbury On Wednesday Dorset Council’s Cybersecurity Report Is ‘Dummies Guide To Hacking’ Shaftesbury Grappling Class Expands Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s Play Nominated For Regional Marketing Award Midweek Stargazing At Win Green With Cranborne Chase Astronomers View From The Hill: Italian Visitors Enjoy The Peace And Charm Of Shaftesbury Jan Walls Shares Gardening Advice For October

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Abbey Want Your Stories To Celebrates Century Of Heritage Protection Shaftesbury What’s Ons Trim Buddleia, Save Butterflies In Fontmell Shaftesbury Food Hygiene Ratings – Mostly 5/5, One Seller Graded 1/5 Hartgrove’s Johnnie Walker Retires From Radio After 58 years Explore The Hidden Roles At Shaftesbury Art Centre’s Open Day Lions Club Help Smooth-Running Vaccine Day, 1850 Jabs Given Final Call For Young Talents To Enter Shaftesbury’s New Performance Festival Dorset Menopause Group Event Marks Awareness Month Temporary Road Closures Set To Disrupt Shaftesbury Traffic Events Within 1hour Of Shaftesbury on Tuesday Meet The Shopkeepers Making Wonderful Windows Bestselling Spy Thrillers At Shaftesbury Oxfam Bookshop Shelves

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Developer Presents Plans For Housing Between Shaftesbury And Melbury Shaftesbury Rotary’s Halloween Walk Promises Family Fun and Surprises Expect Traffic Delays And Closures: Shaftesbury Routes Affected Shaftesbury Businesses to Network at Ye Olde Two Brewers Event Young East Knoyle Farmer Recognised in National Awards Fontmell Council Encourage Residents Complaints About Compton Airfield View From The Hill- Visitors From The Lake District Berwick Builds Huge Replica Bomb What’s On: Monday Events Within 1 Hour of Shaftesbury Kate and Karren’s  Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’: Shaftesbury Roads, Gardens, and Local Life Richard Foreman’s Story- Dodgy Reg’s Conspiracy Theories

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pipe Court Action To End Anti Social Behaviour At Reynold’s Rise Home Four Friends Open New Antique Shop On Bell Street Parish Council Backs Dorset Council’s Dinah’s Hollow Safety Plan Paul Merefield’s Quiz Tibetan Monks Return To Shaftesbury On UK Tour Shaftesbury Whats Ons Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury Meet My Pet: Daphne From Cann And Her Schnauzer Zoe Love Shaftesbury – Why Camille Gibson Returned Home Walk Of The Week-Dave Greenman-St Bartholomew’s Way Karen Cole Recommends The Torments By Michael J. Malone

On The Alfred Daily Today: Half Moon Playpark Can Stay After Dorset Council Broker Compromise Caravan Removed From Salisbury Road Site After Court Order Shaftesbury Town Council Opposes Design Plans For Enmore Court Development Paranomal Play ‘Rehearsal’ For Halloween Season At Arts Centre Shaftesbury Whats Ons Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury Missing Parrot In Shaftesbury Grants Of Up To £20,000 Available For Dorset Businesses New Coombe House Farm Manager Needs Your Help Apple Day Celebration Returns To Shaftesbury Visitors Bradford Vistors Praise Shaftesbury’s Charm Events Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury For Saturday Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Ashmore Village In The 1960s

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council’s Mampitts Hub Wins Planning Approval Amidst Claims of Illegality Shaftesbury What's Ons Vintage Enthusiast Joanna Jacobs Opens New Semley Shop After Pop-Up Success Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury  View From The Hill- Visitor From Quebec Upside-Down Stuntman Returns for Right-Side-Up Piano Recital Macmillan Cake Bake Raises £900 as Shaftesbury Community Rallies for Charity Shaftesbury's Lesser Known Language School - Gold Hill Museum Matt Boatwright's Property Matters Events Within 1 Hr of Shaftesbury On Thursday

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury Abbas and Cann Parish Council Push for Compromise in Dinah's Hollow Tree Felling Plan Residents With Opposing Views On Busgate Reach Compromise  Ministry of Justice Confident of Contractor Replacement for Guy's Marsh Project Shaftesbury Tunnel Mystery – Pictures Emerge Shaftesbury's underground tunnels Shaftesbury Town Council's Mampitts Hall Plan Moves Forward Shaftesbury Town Band Member Launches Christmas Card Fundraiser Visitors Share Their Love for Shaftesbury Despite Autumn Weather New Acoustic And Jazz Twist On Favourite 80s Songs At Arts Centre Local Events Near Shaftesbury for 2nd October Fontmell Magna Quiz Raises Funds for Friendship Garden Gardening Guru Jan Walls: Time to Prepare for Spring Shaftesbury What’s Ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Last Chance to Have Your Say on Fontmell’s Future Another Planning Rejection Coppice Street Development Les Misérables Fan To Deliver In-Depth Lecture For Fontmell Church Repairs Motcombe Runner Triumphs in Berlin Marathon for Samaritans Shaftesbury Bookshop Serves Up MasterChef Winner's Malaysian Ready Meals Shaftesbury What's Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Tuesday Concerns Raised Over Fontmell’s Watercourse  Discover Saxon Secrets Unveiled at Shaftesbury Abbey View From The Hill: Vancouver Visitor Drawn to Shaftesbury’s Historic Charm Charity Shop Latest: Rare Decorative Maps at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam 

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Report Ball Brings In Record Amount For Shaftesbury Mental Health Charity Shaftesbury What's Ons This Week North Dorset Nature Notes- Clive Whitbourn Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Liz Foster Reads 'Making A Difference' View From The Hill - Vistors From The Brisbane Area Shaston Seasonal Reflections -Kathy Morgan Events 1hr from Shaftesbury On Monday

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Goes Ahead Despite Sinkhole Drama Shaftesbury Driver’s Car Seized for No Insurance Barton Hill Car Park Barrier Reinstalled Guess the Film and Win £100 with Shaftesbury Carnival Kitchen Assistant and Lifeguards Wanted Town Council Supports Community Workshed Scheme Open House Bingo Raises £150 for Local Charity Roadworks to Cause Delays Across Shaftesbury Area Visitor Celebrates Birthday with Antique Finds Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole’s Book Recommendation: Doug Johnston’s Living Is a Problem St. Edward’s Way Pilgrimage to Shaftesbury Meet My Pet: Lindsay’s Schnauzer Poodle Cross, Ozzy

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset, Wiltshire And Somerset Councils Consider Devolution Partnership Shaftesbury Weekend Events Planet Shaftesbury Fundraise To Expand Local Food Guide Ye Olde Two Brewers Hosts Three-Day First Aid Course Volunteers Needed for Cann Churchyard Clean-Up A.I And Automation Could Help Dorset Council Save £8M Shaftesbury Carnival Money Mile With Shawn Peniket Visitors from Australia Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Charm Events Within 1 Hour of Shaftesbury: Saturday 28th September Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf-Exploring Shaftesbury’s Through Brenda Innes’ Book

On The Alfred Daily Today: Crowdfunding Appeal After Teenager Donates Carnival Winnings To Dad’s Headstone Shaftesbury Town Council Pushes for Greener Allotments Shaftesbury What’s Ons View from the Hill: Torquay Visitor Praises Shaftesbury’s ‘Ambience’ Shaftesbury What’s Ons Frames Are The Focus Of Percy Lizzard’s Arts Centre Show Fountain Inn Makeover Features In Home Interior Mags Jackie and Jeanette Revisit Shaftesbury’s Past Events Within 1Hr Of Shaftesbury

 (Episode 1649) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Cemetery Vandalism Sparks Outrage Cranborne Chase Projects Extended with New Funding Melbury Motors Celebrates Award Nomination Success Saxon Day at Shaftesbury Abbey Promises Historic Fun Snake Sculpture Reappears at Royal Chase Roundabout Folk Music and Dancing at East Stour Ceilidh Hedgehogs Threatened by Proposed Bus Gate Traffic Shaftesbury’s Joe Moore Celebrates Book Success Oxford Visitor Takes in Shaftesbury’s Famous Views Vix Aguilera’s Picks: Events Within an Hour of Shaftesbury, Thursday Wing Mirrors Damaged in Shaftesbury Matt Boatwright's Property Q And A Shaftesbury What's On

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Strikes Gold Again With Britain In Bloom Success Happy Monday Star Spotted Enjoying Shaftesbury Pubs Paul Merefield’s Quiz Roadworks Around Shaftesbury Next Week Motcombe Explorer John Blashford-Snell To Recount Congo Adventure In Semley Meet My Pet Beanie The Sprocker Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury On Sunday Love Shaftesbury: Margaret From St. James’s Story Tom Perrett Completes The Last Leg Of The White Hart Link Walk Visitors From Cornwall And Cumbria Share Their Thoughts On Shaftesbury Karen Cole Recommends The Forest Of Lost Souls By Dean Koontz

 (Episode 1644) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Fairfax and Favor to open store in Shaftesbury Presentation for New Solar Farm in Motcombe raises flooding and engagement concerns Rail disruption this weekend in our area Shapes and social networks influence Shaftesbury artist Zara’s new exhibition What’s Ons Saturday within one hour of Shaftesbury Lido calendar celebrates a successful year of swimming Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – farmer reflects on a lifetime in Dorset countryside View from the hill: visitors from Flanders impressed by Shaftesbury

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On The Alfred Daily Today:   Busgate : Council Set To Debate Road Restriction With Safety Concern Claims Shaftesbury Christmas Lights Event Needs Your Help  New Parking Rules For Shaftesbury Carnival Could Shaftesbury Petanque Be Your Next Summer Sport? Chesterfield Visitor Shares Shaftesbury Views What’s On Thursday With 1 Hour Of  Shaftesbury Property Sales and Lettings Advice for Autumn - Matt Boatwright

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Residents Can Now Recycle Foil- As County Tops Recycling League Overflowing Shaftesbury Dog Waste Bin Sparks Outcry Salisbury Visitors Ring Shaftesbury’s  Bells Shaftesbury Roadworks Shooters Lane Path Reopens After Lengthy Closure Job Vacancies – Accountant And Hotel Management in Shaftesbury Submission Grappling Comes to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Prepares for Young Performers Festival View From The Hill:Couple Celebrate 60th Anniversary in Shaftesbury Wednesday Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Motcombe Volunteer Jill Jenkinson Helps Transform Lives in Rwanda Runner Beans and Watering Tips from the Garden Guru Jan Walls Elaine Cadogan’s Poetic Reflection on Music and Life

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tesco’s Noise Silenced After Alfred Raises Neighbour Complaint Cruise Passengers Given Shaftesbury Welcome After Zigzag Hill Grounding Former Shaftesbury School Students’ Watery Lane Tribute Song Road Closures Ahead: Ash Dieback Work on C13 Isle of Wight Visitors Fall in Love with Shaftesbury’s Charm What to Do Within 1hr Shaftesbury On Tuesday Biggest And Best Yet Berwick John Country Fayre Discover Hidden Treasures at Shaftesbury’s Charity Shop Shaftesbury What's On

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dawn and Dusk Skies Inspire Shaftesbury Area Writers at Arts Centre Workshops Blisters but Blissful Motcombe Vicar Completes Sponsored Walk to Salisbury Cathedral Shaftesbury Road Closes This Week View from the Hill: Poole Visitors Share Their Love for Our Town Four Parish Council Meetings This Week Discussing Solar Farms, Skate Parks, Trees and Bedchester Allotments Melbury Abbas Meeting to Address Dinah’s Hollow Tree Removal Controversy Shaston Seasonal Reflection: Misty Mornings – Kathy Morgan Shaftesbury Charity Fundraiser Shares Camino Pilgrimage Stories Events Within One Hour’s Drive of Shaftesbury on Monday: New Films and an Iconic 60s DJ Kate and Karen Chat Over the Garden Fence: Children’s Scooters, Cold Weather and Gardening Sunday Short Story: Liz Foster – “The Tooth Fairy”

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Seek Dashcam Footage Following Serious Collision Overnight on Blandford Bypass Imber Road Gardener’s TV Debut on BBC’s Garden Rescue Melbury Historian Rodney Atwood Discusses Victorian Military Films Farewell Forrester’s Couple: Landlord and Landlady Leave After Two and a Half Years New Daytime Networking Session Promises Benefits for Businesses Meet Barney the Dachshund: A Shaftesbury Sausage Dog with Big Attitude Sunday Entertainment: Bond Music, Opera, and Cult Films Near Shaftesbury Walk of the Week with Tess of the Vale: Explore Compton Abbas View From the Hill: Welsh Visitors Retrace Family’s Evacuation History in Shaftesbury Karen Cole Reviews A Violent Heart by David Fennell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tell Dorset Council Your Views On Proposed Mampitts Lane Bus Gate Wiltshire Council Chair Shares A350 Speeding Concerns Visit Five Churches With Ride And Stride From St James’ Tim Laycock Returns To Fontmell To Share Folk Tales Shaftesbury What’s Ons Paul Jordan Preview 'All Of Strangers' At The Arts Centre Tonight View From The Hill - Horsham Visitor Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Sale Of Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Wincombe Lane Potholes Filled - Barratt Announce Road Repair Date Patients Travel From South Coast For Shaftesbury Dental Care £100,000 Dorset Council Grants Given- No Shaftesbury Recipients Ye Olde Two Brewers Raises Funds For Shaftesbury Charities  Motcombe Marathon Runner Exceeds Samaritans Funding Goal  Shaston Seasonal Reflections, Chicks Fly The Nest  Events Within An Hour Of Shaftesbury, Comedy And Roy Orbison  Rutland Visitors Charmed By Shaftesbury – View From The Hill  Wessex Water Plan French Mill Lane Closure  Shaftesbury Lido Supporters Launch Calendar  Shaftesbury Fitness Coach Laura Wild – Six-Week Course To Better Wellness  Jackie And Jeanette Remember 60s And 70s Shaftesbury Shops 

 (Episode 1635) On The Alfred Daily Today: Government Housing Proposal Could Double Dorset’s New Home Targets Shaftesbury Town Council Opposes Garden Shed Application On Bell Street Confusing Road Closure Signage Frustrates Local Commuters Back On The Road - Shaftesbury’s Kipling Carnival Club Dorset Police Warn Of Increased Poaching Incident East Knoyle Florist Says Fashion Influences Floral Choices Big Motcombe Charity Quiz Returns Shaftesbury Estate Agent Matt Boatwright Answers Your Questions Help Shaftesbury Police Set Local Priorities Shaftesbury What’s On View From The Hill - Visitors From Wimborne’s German Twin Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Thursday

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Town Council Challenges Dorset Highways Stance, Cites Lack Of Support French Mill Lane Farm Building Plan Withdrawn After Traffic Objections Car And Vintage Vehicle Fans Flock To Auto Jumble Mentoring Experts Offer To Help Shaftesbury Businesses Grow Lack Of Post Grads’ Social Options In Shaftesbury Restricts Business Recruitment View From The Hill: Nepalese Couple Love Shaftesbury John Phelps - Remember Battle Of Britain Day Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains

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 (Episode 1631) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Lord Lieutenant Angus Campbell’s Shaftesbury Memories On Retirement Vote To Remove Dinah's Hollow Trees Invalid Due To  Dorset Council Error Autumnal Food And Style At Sunday High Street Market Swan's Trust Fund Ashmore Defibrillator St James Organist Entertains For Cancer Charity Biodanza Workshop to Promote Wellbeing In Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder Reviews Jon Woolcott’s Real Dorset Book Dorset Council to Raise Emergency Services Flag As Tribute

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Relocate Or Remove It – Councillor Wants Action On Saxon Grange Playpark More Fires And Building Delays With Guy’s Marsh Jail Rebuild East Knoyle Brings Back Annual Fete and Dog Show Kayaker’s River Stour Adventure Paused Due To Challenges Donhead Tennis Club Thrives Despite Wet Summer Shaftesbury’s Visitors Praise Abbey Gardens Help Open House Assist More Locals In Need Events 1hr From Shaftesbury Guide with Vix Aguilera Marketing Expert Shares Tips For Success At Shaftesbury Business Event Roadworks Planned on Major Routes Around Shaftesbury Next Week Your Property Questions Answered by Expert Matt Boatwright

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Councillors Back Dinah’s Hollow Tree Removal Shaftesbury’s Wessex Group Sold After 61 Years Shaftesbury What’s Ons Barton Close Residents Say Tesco Noise Is Ruining Their Lives Motcombe’s  Frank Armstrong Runs 21st Great North Run For Cancer Charity Seasonal Reflections: Swifts Hatch on Shaftesbury’s Southern Slopes Jan Walls’ Gardening Autumn Colours Flourish in Shaftesbury Gardens View From The Hill- Devon Bowlers Visit Shaftesbury Things To Do Within 1 Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce Chat – Jim Chetwode Of Bedchester’s Chain Digital Dorset Council Faces £10 Million Overspend, Warns of Potential Cuts Preview of Tonight’s Shaftesbury Town Council Planning Meeting

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons ‘Successful’ Compton Air Weekend To Return – With Enhancements Celebrating The Life Of 90-Year-Old Shastonian Colin Francis  Events Within 1 Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains View From The Hill: Returning Shaftesbury Grammar Student Expert Analysis Of Arnhem Battle  At Charlton Event French Swimmers Join Lido’s 27-Mile BadCo Coast-to-Coast Challenge

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons One Of Britain’s Oldest Residents: Shaftesbury’s Mary Thomas Dies At 105 Shaftesbury And Gillingham U3A Celebrate 25th—Lesley Frost Remembers Swift Chicks Hatch In Shaftesbury—Seasonal Reflections With Kathy Morgan View From The Hill: Poundbury Visitors Wish They Were Here Day-Long Poetry Workshops—Dawn To Dusk—Coming To Shaftesbury And Win Green Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Short Story: John Dimech With Childhood Memories Of His Native Malta

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Considers Transfer of Green Spaces Ownership from Persimmon Dorset Council to Honour Merchant Navy at County Hall Dorset Healthcare Recognised as a Veteran Aware Trust Castle Rings Open Garden Raises £800 for Charity Grosvenor Arms Hotel Receives AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence Shaftesbury Snowdrops Festival 2025 Dates Announced Shaftesbury Arts Centre Seeks Cast and Crew For Popular  Play View From The Hill- Family Visit Shaftesbury For Mary Poppins What Gen Z Wants From Employers - Dorset Chamber Event Blackmore Vale Artist Wendy Gregory   Shares Her Artistic Journey Jackie And Jeanette Recall Medical Services of the 60s and 70s

 (Episode 1621) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: High-Speed Police Pursuit From Shaftesbury Ends With Two Arrests Compton Abbas Holloway May Be Closed To Vehicles for Safety Shaftesbury What’s Ons Maltings Man To Walk One Million Steps for Salisbury District Hospital Charity Designer Handbags and Dark Skies At Donhead’s All-Weather Fete Carnival Committee Plans Major 2025 Music Event Classic Cars, Motorbikes And Mini Circus Fill Barton Hill On Bank Holiday View From The Hill- Winchester Visitors To Shaftesbury Compare Saxon Heritage ‘Lady Susan’ Play Brings Georgian Scheming to Shaftesbury Arts Centre Garden Guru Jan Walls Celebrates Clematis and Fig Trees in Shaftesbury  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On. Shaftesbury Councillor Demands Better Play Provision For New Saxon Grange Estate. Pottery To Pop Singer Lauren Blundell Performs At Bupa Dentist Pop-Up. More Rail Disruption Today Due To Landslip. Roadworks In And Around Shaftesbury From Tuesday. From Woo-Woo To Well-Being – Alternative And Complementary Therapies At Town Hall Today. Red Tape In Rwanda Facing Motcombe Women’s Aid Mission. Neighbours Kate And Karen On A Quest For Mothballs. View From The Hill: Estonian Visitor Buys Wellies For Wet Weekend In Shaftesbury. Sunday Short Story: Liz Foster Reads Len’s Legacy. Events Within A One-Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury For Bank Holiday Monday. Award-Winning Beer And A Pub Full Of Spirits: Bex And Clare Celebrate 10 Years At The Ship

On The Alfred Daily Today: Views Across Blackmore Vale Obscured by Tree Growth: Town Council Acts Fibre Broadband Could Boost Compton Abbas House Prices By 3% Shaftesbury Town Council’s Bid for High Street Pedestrianisation Cash Fails Tisbury And Gillingham Trains Disrupted By Second Landslip In A Week Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Sunday Complex Emotions Tackled By Musical With Arts Centre Holiday Project View From The Hill: Southampton Photographer Shares Tips for Capturing Gold Hill Walk Of The Week: Explore Iron Age Forts and Dorset’s Scenic Stour with Dave Hardiman Have Your Say When Dorset Council Visits Trek Across North-Eastern India for Salisbury’s Hospital Hospitality Jobs in Shaftesbury and Donhead Rebbels Bring Classic Rock To Life With Faithful Reproductions At Brewers’ Gig Meet My Pet: Raven the Poodle Struts Park Walk in Style

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury School Head Joins Students For GCSE Result Opening Shaftesbury What’s Ons Breastfeeding Support Group With Restart In Shaftesbury, If Enough Volunteers Events Within 1hr Drive Of Shaftesbury- Friday Shaftesbury Rail Watchdog Wants ‘Poor’ South Western Replaced As Operator View From The Hill- Visitors From Cairns Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Autumnal On French Mill Lane Acoustic Guitars In The Gallery With Mum And Son’s Latest Shaftesbury Show Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s Memories And The TV Star Who Lived In Compton

 (Episode 1614) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Will Need £100,000 To Save Lido, Soon Shaftesbury What’s Ons Man Helping Police After Vulnerable Convinced To Hand Over £250 in Shaftesbury Car Park Shaftesbury Town Council Plans 80th VE Day Anniversary Celebration Brother And Sister Open Semley Antique Business Compton Abbas Plans New Shelter for Fanner’s Field Changes Ahead for Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill Museum Rare Medieval Sculpture to be Displayed at Shaftesbury Abbey Museum Landslip In Devon Disrupts Train Services Through Gillingham and Tisbury Ashford Visitors Praise Shaftesbury’s Charm and Beauty Events to Enjoy on 22nd August: Ballet, Bee Gees, and More Property Expert Matt Boatwright Answers Your Questions on House Numbers, Access, and Long Leases  

On The Alfred Daily Today: £28K Spent So Far, But Melbury And Cann Parish Council Consider Axing Neighbourhood Plan Guy Ritchie’s Family Burial Plot Approved Near Historic Berwick Site Wiltshire Council’s Housing Team To Meet Ludwell And Donhead Locals Shaftesbury’s BadCo Reach Milestone – 150 People Supported   Chamber Chat On Tuesday With Sarah Rudder Live Music, Stunning Views At Shaftesbury Fundraiser   Visitors From Sheppey Rate Shaftesbury  Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls

On The Alfred Daily Today: First Eat Festival in Shaftesbury Delights Foodies with Fresh Layout and Park Walk Views Volunteers Transform Melbury Village Hall to Boost Community Cohesion Town Council Maintains Support for New Coppice St House After Appeal Rejects First Plan See a Private Shaftesbury Garden Featured in Country Living This Weekend Only Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury This Weekend Donhead’s Forester Inn  Achieves Twitter Pub Fans Listing View From The Hill- Visitors From Hartlepool Maltings Open Space Management, Pool Plans And VE Day On Tuesday Council Agenda Milliary Books At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Whats Ons Fontmell’s Duck Race Reinstated For St Andrew’s Church Fundraising Shaftesbury Bookseller Goes On His Bike With Novel Means Of Transport Belle Street Plan Cabaret For BADCO Monday Events Within One Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Abbey Volunteers Sweeping Park Walk Want To Recruit New Helpers Sunday Short Story - 'The Getaway' By Ray Lee View From The Hill -A Family On Holiday From Bromley

 (Episode 1610) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Bus Ads Will Discourage Disposable BBQs In Dorset Teddies Will Zipline From Motcombe Church Tower, Sunday Shaftesbury Artist Joins Event To Celebrate Neolithic Dorset Cursus What’s On Within An Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury – Sunday Paul Merefield’s Quiz Love Shaftesbury – Sophie From Bimport’s Passion For Our Town Shaftesbury Book Blogger Karen Cole Reviews ‘Heart, Be at Peace’ by Donal Ryan Walk Of The Week – Todber To Duncliffe With Martin Hibbert Meet My Pet – Dill, The Sprocker

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Students Celebrate A-Level Successes, Sharing Future Plans Shaftesbury What's Ons Nominate Now!. 2024 Shaftesbury Business Awards Open Today  Dorset Growth Hub Boss Tackles the Tough Topic of Business Failure At Shaftesbury Session Quiz To Help The Kids - Children Society Challenge Returns to Motcombe Memorial Hall Celebrating Cemeteries and What's Great About Graveyards With Event At St James' View From The Hill - South London Visitors Impressed by Shaftesbury’s Abbey Gardens Money For Mental Health And McMillan With Two Brewers' Monthly Bingo Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf- Tales Of Shaftesbury's Churches

 On The Alfred Daily Today: Road Closures and Roadworks This Week and Next Pair Plan to Kayak the Stour for Samaritans and Read Easy Arts Centre Artist Shares Experience of Classes with Bibby Stockholm Refugees Top Line A-Level Results Please Shaftesbury School Head Friday Music in Motcombe – Kirstie Lawrence Shares Her Songs About Love Shaftesbury VJ Day: Edred Bowman Recalls Hearing of Japan’s Surrender at Age Ten Shaftesbury Bin Lorries Will Promote Dorset’s Housing Helpline Things to Do on Friday, Within 1 Hour of Shaftesbury Dorset NHS Recognised for Campaign to Reduce Waste in Prescription Medicines Open House Appeal for Tinned Food and Receive £273 from Acoustic Café View from the Hill – Visitors from Rutland Jackie and Jeanette Remember Shaftesbury School

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Regional Food Festival Host First Shaftesbury Street Market On Sunday Shaftesbury What’s On Motcombe Fundraiser Will Distribute Mobility Aids In Rwanda New Entrants Bring Welcome Boost To Melbury’s Annual Produce Show Shaftesbury Oxfam and Cancer Research Shop Bargains This Week View From The Hill- Plane Spotters From Oxfordshire On Park Walk Road Closures This Week Aussie TV Star Sells Opals At Shaftesbury Market Daily Express Praise ‘Charming’ Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pilots Share Their Passion At Compton’s Golden Age Of Aviation Airshow Shaftesbury What’s Ons Monday Events Within A One-Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury See 20 Pre-War Rolls Royce Cars Parade Along Park Walk View From The Hill- Visitor From Queens, New York Classic Car Restorer Nick Butcher - 2CVs, Jeeps And Attending Donhead St Andrew Fete ‘Over The Garden Fence’ – Kate Pickard On Her Mobility Scooter Experience Shaftesbury Writer Liz Foster Reads ‘Catflap’  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Oppose Retrospective Half Moon Pub Play Area Fontmell Developer To Replace Dead Trees Tractor Loses Hay Load, Closes A350 North Of Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections With Kathy Morgan Nude Aquafit At Shaftesbury’s Lido For Mental Health Charity Celebrating One Year Of Harvest Hill Fruit And Veg Foraging For Fungi: Daisy And Mike’s Adventure In Semley Melbury Abbas And Cann Parish Council’s Stolen Banner Choose Your Favourite Hymn At Motcombe’s St. Mary’s Church Events Around Shaftesbury With Vix Aguilera Property Advice With Matt Boatwrigh

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 (Episode 1598) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Rotary Club Wants More Businesses To Support Good Causes Shaftesbury What's Ons Protests Reach Dorset Amid National Unrest Hear Which Planning Applications Shaftesbury Town Council Will Debate Roadworks in Shaftesbury Area This Week Fontmell Magna’s Neighbourhood Plan Refresh Suggests No Additional Homes, Dark Sky Measures And Safer Walking View From The Hill - Why Anne from North Derbyshire Loves Shaftesbury Motcombe Gardening Show Judges Worried As Floral Entries Fade Shaftesbury Chef Philippa Davis’ Local Produce BBQ Tips Events Within 1hr’s Drive Of Shaftesbury On Tuesday New Books and Mahjong at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Missing North Dorset Man Found Safe Job Vacancies at The Shaston Club

 (Episode 1597) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's ons Compton Airshow Traffic: Fontmell Villagers Advised To Film Bad Driving Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Councillor Wants Family Hub In Shaftesbury - None Currently In N.Dorset Police Investigate Charlton Anti Social Behaviour Meet My Pet: Singer Conor Smith and Lucy View From The Hill: Tim from Somerset Coast Love Shaftesbury - Andy Hollingshead Walk of the week -Gill Walking Festival's Martin Sharp On East Stour Loop Sunday Events Within One Hour's Drive

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 (Episode 1592) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Government Cancels Stonehenge Tunnel: Wiltshire Council Expresses Dismay Shaftesbury What's Ons Dorset’s Police Commissioner Committed to Strengthening Cannabis Law Dorset Council Hire Staff To Meet Climate Emergency Response Fontmell Pupils Shine In Cygnet Gallery Arts Contest Road Resurfacing Near Shaftesbury School - Tuesday Teddy Bears’ Parachute Drop in Fontmell  Cranborne Chase AONB Launch Shaftesbury And Ludwell Walking Guide View From The Hill: Argentinian Visitors Enjoy Gold Hill First Music and Beer Festival at Fontmell Pub Concert Pianist Mike Hatchard Breaks Upside Down Playing Record   New Arrivals at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop, New Look For Cancer Research

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Given As Example Of Future Adult Dorset Daycare Services Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Youth Council Push For Pump Track Talk Club Launches Support Sessions For Men In Shaftesbury IOM Visitor Shares Views On Ashmore Cranborne Chase National Landscape Celebrates Rich Heritage In Larmer Tree Event Friday Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Cousins Reminisce About Family Outings From Compton And Fontmell In The 60s

 (Episode 1586) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons At Last - Road Repair Schedule For Semley, Donhead, East Knoyle And Berwick Dorset Council Could Set Up Area Boards To Better Serve  Shaftesbury And N. Dorset  Shaftesbury Was 'Ground Zero' On Map In Iconic TV Show Opening Lower Blandford Road Resurfacing Plans Adjusted To After Fringe Weekend First-Ever Dementia-Friendly Event at Shaftesbury Fringe Trio With 210 Years Playing Experience - Fabulous Fossils to Perform at the Ship Inn View From The Hill - Dutch Duo Celebrate 20 Years of Visiting Shaftesbury Events  1 Hour From Shaftesbury: From Oscar Wilde to Thomas Hardy Mike And Daisy's Foraging Finds: Rose Bay Willow and Prostate Health Property Talk with Matt Boatwright: Chains and Insurance Claims

 (Episode 1585) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Raises Allotment and Hall Fees; Antiques Market Boss Warns of Potential Closure Shaftesbury What’s On Dorset Council’s Emergency Team Responds to 39 Weather Events, Launches New Safety Website Villagers Seek Witnesses After Car Destroys Historic Hedge in Motcombe Shaftesbury In Bloom President Urges Businesses to Spruce Up Before National Floral Judging No Grants This Year: New Car Park’s Income Yet to Meet Town Council’s Funding Needs Job Vacancy Resident Baffled by Unpleasant High-Pitched Noise in Maltings Estate Cellist Emily Burridge to Perform Amazon-Inspired Composition at Shaftesbury Fringe Oxfam Books: Fashion, Fancy Dress, and Medical Procedures Hit the Shelves Tourists from Sussex and Peterborough Review Shaftesbury’s Charm on Gold Hill

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Back Community Rival Mampitts Hall Proposal Council Asked To Tackle ‘Blight’ On High Street Empty Shops  Daisy And Mike Foraging In East Knoyle- St John’s Wort View From The Hill - Motorcyclists Love Shaftesbury’s Scenic Roads Motcombe Man’s Fringe Show Salutes Dylan Thomas And Bob Dylan Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury Refugee Group AGM - Supporting New Beginnings Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters - Shaftesbury Cookery School And Motcombe Meal Shaftesbury Property Insights With Matt Boatwright Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Honeysuckle On French Mill Lane National Theatre Live At Arts Centre  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury Councillor Says Villagers Distrust Dorset Council After Dinah’s Hollow Decision Shaftesbury What’s Ons North Dorset Rural Poverty Can ‘Rival’ Weymouth – Says Councillor Semley Auction House Becomes Specialist Sales Site Enmore Green Book Now Available Shaftesbury Flower Arranging Group Seeks New Members Events Within 1 Hr’s Drive with Vix Aguilera Tales Of Technophobia – Richard Foreman At Shaftesbury Fringe View From The Hill- Exmoor Artist Polly Skye Visits Shaftesbury Gardening Tips from Jan Walls’ Maltings Garden

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillors Try To End Deadock On Mampitts Green Community Hall Charity Cyclist Beats TLW Dance Foundation Target Despite Injury Needing A&E Stay Shaftesbury What’s Ons Maltings Residents’ Gardens Mysteriously Pruned Thumbs Up For Shaftesbury Sunday Market Changes Novelty Figurine Salesman Will Return After Market Success Experience Glow-Worms on Melbury Hill With Expert Daily Events and Activities Up To 1 hour From Shaftesbury Visitors’ Impressions of Shaftesbury- N W London Couple Charity Shop Bargains In Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s on announcements Four schools are winners in Shaftesbury Pub’s Fence competition - Shaftesbury Primary comes first Royal Mail job vacancies Post office Royal Mail in Shaftesbury New roadside egg sales in Motcombe Dorset Police 101 number restored after Sunday morning failure Taylor’s leather chain failure means empty Bell Street store Shaftesbury BUPA Dentist host first dog show 300 artworks and classic cars to see An eclectic East Knoyle exhibition Tickets on sale for Big Carnival Gold Hill fundraiser Shaftesbury Swift watch with Kathy Morgan Donhead Diary - Heating engineer Mark Benfield on his biggest challenges Events within one hour’s drive of Shaftesbury for Monday Kate and Karren chat over the garden fence about Victoria Street closure Sunday short story Shaftesbury writer Liz Foster - Moving on

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On The Alfred Daily Today: On-Street EV Chargers For Dorset Towns – Don’t Forget Rural Drivers Says  Councillor Compton Coffee Run- Semley’s Monthly Motorists’ Meet-Up Britain In Bloom Judge Praises Shaftesbury’s Community Efforts Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Could Meet In Shaftesbury During Market Town Tour Summer Musical Theatre Course for Shaftesbury Kids Long Cross Shopper Slams Tesco Scan as You Shop Power Cut Puts Pay To Fontmell Pub Football Things To Do Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Friday View From The Hill- Jim from Cumbernauld’s Visit to Shaftesbury Scrumpy For Breakfast - Jackie And Jeanette On 60s and 70s Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Standing Room Only As Estate Builder Reveals Motcombe Plans Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Backs £8 Million Dinah’s Hollow Anti-Landslip Scheme Freemasons Controversy Over Dorset Council Report New Focus For Shaftesbury’s Sunday Artisan Market Shaftesbury Artist Creates Digital Tribute To NHS Heroes What’s On Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Celebrating Jenny Merrifield’s 40 Years Of Shaftesbury Scouting View From The Hill- Swiss Tourists Fall In Love With Shaftesbury Daisy And Mike – Funghi Forage For Wellness In Wincombe Woods Shaftesbury Property Questions Answered By Expert Matt Boatwright

On The Alfred Daily Today: No Gold Hill Fair This Year, But Shaftesbury Rotary Has Big Plans Steam Train Brings Nostalgia to North Dorset New Summer School at Springhead Trust Roadworks and Closures in North Dorset Dorset Council Increases Short-Stay Parking Time For Permit Owners 3,000 Pottery Lovers To Flock to Motcombe for Potfest - This Weekend View From The Hill- Stirling Resident Finds Shaftesbury Worth the Drive Dorset Council’s £8 Million Decision on Dinah’s Hollow - Tonight Events Guide: Within 60 Minutes of Shaftesbury Maltings Gardener Jan Wall's Garden Tips for St Swithin’s Day East Knoyle Poet - Elaine Cadogan - “Intrusion”

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Gary Jackson – On Second Place In N.Dorset Election Race Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Shaftesbury What’s On Songs At Supper - Fundraising Picnic for Shaftesbury Hospital Kim’s 30 Years of Service Recognised at Cancer Research UK Trish Strachan Meets Gail’s Six Cats in East Knoyle View From The Hill- Dublin Pet Sitters Explore Shaftesbury Tim Edwyn-Jones Shares His Love for Shaftesbury Walk Of The Week - Quaker Burial Ground with Dave Hardiman Karen Cole Reviews “Into the Flames” by James Delaghi

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(Episode 1566) On The Alfred Daily Today: Brisk Start To Shaftesbury Voting With First-Timer Voters in First Shaftesbury What’s Ons 900 Players, 58 Teams, 4 Bars With North Dorset’s Massive Rugby Weekend Wildflower Meadows In Sedgehill And Semley Trim Your Bush Or We’ll Send  A Bill – Motcombe’s Hedgeowner Warning Remember Shaftesbury’s Shops Of The 60s &70s Travel Costs Put Pay To Twin Town Liberation Day Trip East Knoyle Poet Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Dark Blue Yonder’ Semley Woman’s Petition To Save Dinah’s Hollow Trees Fontmell Council Reschedule Meeting To Debate Surgery Plan New Planning ‘Expert’ Joins Fontmell Council Swift Watch With Kathy Morgan      

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 (Episode 1564) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Sirens Wake Maltings Residents On Saturday Motcombe’s First Ever Music Festival: A Resounding Success Shaftesbury What's Ons All About The Berwick Bulletin Bournemouth Visitors Share Their Love for Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Architecture With Phil Proctor - Grosvenor Arms Assembly Room National Trust Ranger Clive Whitbourn's Nature Notes New Finds at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop And Cancer Research

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Fire Crew Called To Maltings Bin Fire Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Sunday Shaftesbury And Bedchester B & B on Podcast Promoting UK To Americans Basketball Sessions To Start In Shaftesbury Meet My Pet - David, Lizzie And Labrador Bramble In East Knoyle Walk Of The Week - Ashmore With Alan Dedden Love Shaftesbury - Kevin Partridge Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Donhead Tennis Club Make County Finals Of National Tennis Contest View From The Hill - Couple From Rugby Karen Cole Reviews Long Time Dead by T.M. Payne.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Man’s Tech Protecting Cars, Farm Kit And New Drivers Shaftesbury What’s On View From The Hill- Visitors From Wimborne Discovers Shaftesbury New Headteacher For Shaftesbury School Things To Saturday Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Help Volunteers Tackle Castle Hill Balsam Tomorrow N. Dorset Hustings- Candidates On NHS Dentists & Helping Shaftesbury High St Thrive Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf- Semley Stories Job Vacancy – Golden Snowdrop

 (Episode 1559) On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Surgery Redevelopment - Villagers Want Car Park And Path Access Retained Shaftesbury What’s Ons Third Shaftesbury Antique Shop Will Bring In Bargain Hunters Says Expert Things To Do Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Oscar Wilde Outdoors- Pop-Up Theatre Coming To East Knoyle Shaftesbury Roadworks Belle Street Singer’s Directorial Debut With Local Paranormal Play Wessex Internet – UK’s Best Rural Enterprise Fighting Rural/Urban ‘Digital Divide’ Shaftesbury Patients Given Junior Doctor Strike Advice 1M People View Feargal Sharkey’s Gold Hill Tweet Jackie and Jeanette’s 60s and 70s Fontmell Memories – Beauty View From The Hill- Returning Visitors From Norway

 (Episode 1558) On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Considers Housing Project in Motcombe Raised Allowances Boosts Dorset Council’s Foster Carer Recruitment Santander to Restore Shaftesbury Branch From Barracks to Barista: Emma Grindrod’s New Life With Lattes Indian Couple’s Special Return to Shaftesbury Daisy And Mike’s Foraging Adventure in Donhead St. Andrew Access Track Improvements at Win Green Beavers Return to the Stour In North Dorset Shaftesbury What’s Ons Things To Do Within One-Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury Property Questions With Matt Boatwright – Anti AirBnB Moves

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tribute Bands And Bollywood At Motcombe’s First Music Fest Temporary Accommodation Quest After Shaftesbury Salon Fire Shaftesbury Man Praises ‘Amazing’ Fast Fire Service Turnout A Misty Morning On French Mill Lane- Kathy’s  Observations View From The Hill- Debbie From Portsmouth Discovers Shaftesbury Car Show And  Tractor Rally On Shaftesbury Carnival Calendar Folk Star Travels 500 Miles To Sing With Anna-Louise At Fringe Events 1 Hour From  Shaftesbury Does Your Home Feature Shaftesbury Abbey Stones Maltings Gardener Jan Walls’ Garden Watering Tips  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Blow For Promoted Rockies As ‘Goal Machine’ Quits Council Back Plan To Make Shaftesbury World’s First Nature Town North Dorset MP Candidates’ Thoughts On Prisons And Indy School Vat Exemption Council Firm Up Policy On Imposing Memorials At Mampitts Cemetery Wales’ Most Famous Male Choir Announce Shaftesbury Concert Learning Bushcraft Skills In Semley Maltings Green Spaces Maintenance Will Restart Say Remus Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Tales Of Donhead Things To Do Within 1 Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury View From The Hill- Scottish Border Visitors  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Homeless In Shaftesbury – Four Locals Tells Us About Life, Living In A Tent Shaftesbury  What’s Ons Swan’s Trust And Cygnet Gallery Reward Junior Art Talent View From The Hill – Visitor From Bewdley Shaftesbury Concert - Dorset And UK Folk Tunes Played On Period Instruments Chef-To-The-Stars Presents Healthy Recipes At Shaftesbury Talk 60s Compton And Fontmell Memories – Jackie & Jeanette On Hairstyles Childrens Society Raise £535 With Street Collection Swift Watch – Kathy Morgan

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Polling company predict Lib Dem election  win in North Dorset, Labour  in Salisbury seat St James’ Japanese knotweed could take eight years to kill off with Glysophate Tree Group Backs Request For Tony Hawkins Memorial Tree Councillors Want Grant Money To Fund Pedestrianisation Survey Celebrate Cranborne Chase Heritage And Landscape Projects At Larmer Tree Event Shaftesbury What’s Ons Semley Church Solar Heating Project Launched CAB log 11% Rise In Demand From Shaftesbury Residents Weather And Coombe House Pool Blamed For Fewer Lido Swims View From The Hill- Visitors From Zurich Dorset Farmers Market Appeal For More Shaftesbury Stallholders Shaftesbury Refugee’s Story Highlighted By Dorset Council Jan Wall’s Gardening Advice From The Maltings Gypsey Jazz In Donhead, Saturday To Fund Music Student’s USA Trip

 (Episode 1549) On The Alfred Daily Today: Carnival Committee Plans Iconic Ball Race Down Gold Hill Dorset Councillor Senior Officer Pay Cut Dispute Continues Wildlife Wonder at French Mill Lane Hope2Cycle Needs Volunteers View From The Hill- Nailsworth Visitor Enjoys Shaftesbury’s Gelato Within 1 hr Of Shaftesbury - Folk And D-DAy Events Guides Movement Thriving in Shaftesbury History: Phil Proctor Explores Lyons Walk Fontmell’s The Gossip Tree: A Village News Resource New On Sale at Shaftesbury’s Charity Shops Outdoor Performance of The Tempest At Shaftesbury Abbey

 (Episode 1548) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Persimmon’s Maple Road Play Area: New Councillor Wants  Action Farnfield Solicitors Support Brave And Determined Company Big Donation New Guide For Rural Dorset Residents On Crime Reduction Meet My Pet Margaret Marsh Miranda’s Canine Companions New Guide For Reducing Crime In Rural Dorset Is Published Shaftesbury In The Rain: Shaston Seasonal Reflections Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Mercy Chair ‘by M.W. Craven. Shaftesbury What’s Ons Love Shaftesbury – Will From St James’ Walk Of The Week -  Terry Yarrow’s 11 Mile Hill, Mill, River Ramble From Melbury

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 (Episode 1545) On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Denies Claims of Dorset Pay Cuts for Senior Officers Coombe House School to Hire Farm Manager for Market Sale Project Silton Art Group Showcases Diverse Talent at Shaftesbury Art Centre Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections: Wild Strawberries Signal Summer Visitors to Shaftesbury Enjoy Historic Abbey and Free Admission  New Beauty Salon Opens in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Could Be Britain’s First Nature Town Roman Artifacts To Be Displayed at Gold Hill Museum Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About 60s and 70s Fashion in Compton and Fontmell Shaftesbury Area Poetry- Elaine Cadogan Reads “First Night In London” Shaftesbury What’s Ons

 (Episode 1544) On The Alfred Daily Today: Disabled Shaftesbury Driver Urges Doorbell Cam Checks To Find Stolen Fiat Coombe House New Term Expansion – More Pupils And Sixth Form Join Pop-Up Choir For Two-Day Semley Festival Dementia Support Drop In At Shaftesbury’s GP Surgery 120 Schoolkids To Oyster Coppice’s Ancient Woodland Shaftesbury What’s Ons Tollard Royal Foraging – Dog Roses With Daisy And Mike View From The Hill- Visitor From Ilkley Matt Boatwright’s Property Q And A

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Parish Councillor Calls For Air Show Cancellation   Carers Week – Tiggy Walker Caring For Husband, Radio 2 Star Johnnie   Duncliffe Garden Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Summer Show   Enmore Green Celebrates 90th Birthdays with Afternoon Tea Inspired by The Ritz   Rare Bird Books Delight at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop   Visitor from New Zealand Delights in Shaftesbury’s Charm and History   Enmore Green History Unveiled in Dave Godden’s Book and Guided Walk   Tibetan Street Food Thrives at Shaftesbury’s Sunday Market   Shaftesbury What’s Ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Candidates Announced for General Election In Salisbury And North Dorset Seats Semley School Pupils’ Art Launches Church Solar Panel Campaign At Fete East Knoyle’s Cools Farm Hosts Sustainable Farming Open Day Shaftesbury What’s On Donhead Artist Commemorates D-Day with ‘Dazzle Ships’ Display Visitors from Newcastle-Under-Lyme Rate Shaftesbury’s Historic Charm Relief for Shaftesbury Residents as Persistent Alarm is Finally Silenced Kate And Karren Neighbours Reflect on Shaftesbury’s Weekly News Shaftesbury Writer Liz Foster Reads ‘A Bit of Colour’

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Marks 80th Anniversary Of D-Day With 8am Proclamation Dorset Planners Reject Town Council’s Request For Site Enmore Court Site Visit Melbury Filmmaker Rebecca Rose Tackles Forced Adoption In New Short Film Shaftesbury What’s Ons Job Vacancies At Shaston Club And Ye Olde Two Brewers  Shaftesbury Students Tackle Climate Change And Migration Issues In Day-Long Seminar Visitors From Gateshead Admire Shaftesbury’s Scenic Views Osteopath Specialising In Elephants Will Talk At Melbury Pet Service Guy’s Marsh Pro Musician Debuts Acoustic Duo In Motcombe

On The Alfred Daily Today: Jack Jeanes Calls For Full Committee Review Of Controversial Town Hall Planning Application Shaftesbury Commemorates 80th Anniversary Of D-Day With Series Of Events Shaftesbury Electrician Completes Solo Motorbike Trek Across Sahara To Gambia Guitar Trio Serenata To Perform At St. James’s Church In Honour Of Nick Crump Weekly Foraging With Daisy And Mike - Nettles In Ashmore New Liberal Democrat Council Faces Financial And Staffing Challenges In Dorset View From The Hill - Cambs Father And Son Duo Explore Gold Hill  Shaftesbury What's Ons Property Insights With Matt Boatwright: Optimal Viewing Conditions And Buyer Trends Poetry - Elaine Cadogan’s Poem “Deer”  Dorset Council Approves 280 New Homes Between Shaftesbury And Gillingham

On The Alfred Daily Today: Churchill Likely To Get Permission For Retirement Flats On Cattle Market Dorset Council Plan To Reinstate £2 Million Fund To Support Most In Need Dorset Elections Could Cost £1 Million. North Dorset Count Over £200k Semley Fete Finds New Venue Due To Waterlogged Green Eastbourne Locals Love Shaftesbury’s Charms – View From The Hill Professor Of Railways Shares Knowledge At Charlton Talk Donhead St Mary Preserve Historic Mile Marker Shaftesbury’s New Rock Band Opens Royal Bath And West Show Malting’s Garden Guru, Jan Walls Shaftesbury What’s Ons Somerset Men Face Court For Alleged Fox Hunting In North Dorset 

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Jenny Morrisetti to Bust Renewable Energy Myths at Shaftesbury Talk Shaftesbury What’s Ons Portrait of Twinning Exchange Founder Unveiled During Lindlar’s Visit 81-year-old Tangent Club Founder Wing Walks For Air Ambulance Fun with Dogs and Fungi at East Knoyle’s Fundraising Fete Charity Shop News-  Oxfam Books’ Romanian Treasure, Cancer Research’s Summer Wardrobe Shaftesbury Area Roadworks Volunteers Week –  Dorset Police Salute Work Of Unpaid Helpers Kenyan Seeks to Reconnect with Childhood King Alfred’s School Pen Pal View from the Hill: West Yorkshire Visitor Explore Shaftesbury Gardeners Flock to Berwick’s Open Gardens for Inspiration Shaftesbury’s Bells to Ring for D-Day Anniversary

 (Episode 1534) On The Alfred Daily Today: Daughter Of Shaftesbury's Twining Founder Visits Hoeller Close Shaftesbury What's Ons Poole Visitors Rate Shaftesbury Abbey Garden Party Supports Counselling Charity At Shaftesbury Dentists  Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Ann Toomy Reads 'Some Enchanted Morning'  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Morrisons Daily Store Rents Five Affordable Flats In Town Centre Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Shaftesbury What’s Ons Walk Of The Week: Exploring The White Hart Link With Tom Perrett Grant Secured For Shaftesbury Social Group Jolly Good Company Meet My Pet: Alpacas In Hartgrove Shaftesbury Workshop: Transform Sentimental Wine Bottles Into Candle Holders Visitors From Surrey Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Charm Love Shaftesbury – Why TV Chef Lesley Waters Enjoys Life Here Job Opportunities At Coombe House Karen Cole Recommends  “Hold Back The Night” By Jessica Moore

On The Alfred Daily Today: Mayor Alex Chase Announces Community-Inclusive Mayor Making Ceremony Brave And Determined Company Chosen As Mayor’s Charity For The Year Key Election Dates Announced For Wiltshire And Dorset Residents Cyclist Michael Wolff Abandons Charity Ride After Accident Near Wigan Shaftesbury Welcomes German Guests Despite Border Delays Syrian Refugees Celebrate British Citizenship After Six Years Town Band AGM-Surprise Award For Musical Director, Hall Rebuild Cheaper Visitors From Gloucestershire Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Independent Shops Job Opportunities At Coombe House For Specialised Teaching Roles Excavations Reveal Romano-British And Medieval Activity In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Poet Marigold Rumble Celebrates The Miracle Of Nature

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fire Engines Climb Gold Hill As Crew Prepare Museum Artefact Rescue Visit Eight Inspiring Open Gardens In Berwick St John Metal Detectorists Find Bullets, Coins, and Musket Balls On Gascoigne’s Lane British And Polish Champions Pilots’  Aerobatics In Skies Above Compton Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s Fontmell And Compton Memories – Home Phones View From The Hill- Visitor From  Christchurch, NZ Cornish Singer-Songwriter To Entertain Friday Revellers In Motcombe Former Lloyds Bank Alarm Ringing Irritates Neighbour Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Single Muntjac Deer

 (Episode 1530) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Labour Picks Charity Leader For North Dorset Election Battle  Shaftesbury Gears Up For Visit From German Twin Town  Dorset Doddlers’ Free Couch To 5K: Ready To Run?  Enmore Green's Carolyne Moran At Dorset Art Weeks Planners Will Debate 280 New Homes North Of Shaftesbury  Jane's Jobs: Chef, Barista In Semley, Receptionist Wanted, Shaftesbury  Elton Tribute Star Plays Shaftesbury After Double Lung Transplant  Jan Walls On Morning Garden Walks Shaftesbury What’s On  View From The Hill - Walkers From Bournemouth 

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Coach To Help Shaftesbury Bowlers Reach Higher Level Shaftesbury What’s Ons Mocha And Mental Health Chats With BadCo’s Park Walk Pop-Up New Defibrillator And Folk Songs As Lido Opens For Summer Donhead Students Will Drive Aid To Ukraine Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden’ Fence Trade Plates Travel Blogger Praises Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill Shaftesbury Swifts Watch Sunday Story “The Scam’ By Ray Lee

On The Alfred Daily Today: Transforming Fabric Into Fabulous Outfits At Sustainable Clothing Event Dorset Council: Signs The Solution To Blocked High Street Pavement Dorset Police Change Response To Mental Health Crisis Calls Police Share Tips To Prevent Theft From Cars This Bank Holiday Councillor Demands Reversal Of Library Closure On Market Day Mornings More Cash To Fight Wiltshire Lay-By Fly-Tipping Meet My Pet: Elaine From East Knoyle Walk Of The Week: Shaftesbury To Tisbury With Dave Greenman Saturday Pub Quiz With Paul Merefield Love Shaftesbury - Anna Arkell Karen Cole Reviews ‘Missing White Woman’ By Kellye Garrett

On The Alfred Daily Today: Community Collaborates in Queen Mother’s Garden Refresh Shaftesbury What’s On Wanted: Memories and Memorabilia as Motcombe Methodist Celebrates 250 Years Unique Art Exhibition Space Opens at Wincombe Business Park Folk Trio to Serenade Swimmers at Lido’s Summer Opening Much-Loved Former Gill and Shaftesbury Show Boss Receives His MBE Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf: Alternative Farming and On Head Shaftesbury Area Jobs: Port Regis, Coombe House and Sorrelle View from the Hill: Day Coach Trippers from Worcestershire Shaftesbury’s Ukrainian Community Plans Celebration on Saturday

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Political Parties React To The Election Announcement Busiest Week Yet For Coppice Street Car Park That Funds Community Grants A Book, Walk And Talk About Enmore Green’s People And Places Shaftesbury’s Michael Wolff Cycling Across UK For Team Torri Lend A Hand On Sunday To Keep Bell Street Beautiful Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill - Visitor From Suffolk Games And Local Goods Will Fill The Field At East Stour’s New Fete Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s And 70s Fontmell Memories - Home Life Tulips And Timeless Views: A Shaftesbury Artist’s Showcase

On The Alfred Daily Today: Firefighters Respond to Prison Blaze Town Council Challenge Dorset Council Over School Road Resurfacing During Term Time Phil Beats Fundraising Target Fourfold in Cancer Charity Bike Ride Tyre Company Closes Stur Branch and Doubles Shaftesbury Workforce Cast Raise Cash to Fund Arts Centre Musical Shaftesbury What’s Ons View from the Hill - Visitor from Bristol Fontmell Talk Shares Life Lessons from Dorset Writers Hardy and Barnes Reflection on Youth - Poetry by Semley’s Julia Desch

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Shaftesbury Archaeologists Discover Roman Farmstead In Cann. Melbury Council Doubts Dinah Hollow’s Landslip Risk After Incident-Free Wet Winter. Water Quality Debate Get Local - MP Would Swim In Stour, Opponent  Cautious 32 Young Shaftesbury Performers Shine With Award In Birmingham Musicals Event. Garden Guru Jan Walls - Looking Forward To Summer Plant Sales. Powerful Play About The NHS’s Architect At Arts Centre East Knoyle, Donhead And Semley Locals Could Get Free Septic Tank Upgrade. View From The Hill - North Derbyshire Visitors Love Shaftesbury. Shaftesbury Whats On. Ten Thousand Attend Shaftesbury Feastival, Event Donates To Vale Pantry. Planning- New Farm Building In Fontmell, New Motcombe Home To Replace Barn.  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dementia-Friendly Makeover Of Shaftesbury Park Unveiling Thursday Cycling Stamina And Skills Tested With North Dorset Cycle Ride Paint-Throwing Fun Brings Out The Crowds In Motcombe Quest To Find The Fastest Service At The Four Villages Fete TV Chef Gives Top Marks To Sedgehill Fete Food Shaftesbury What’s Ons Women Wanted For Ladies Skittles League Bargains From Shaftesbury’s Charity Shops

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cancer Charity Fashion For A Fiver Fundraiser Fills Town Band Hall Rambling Author Reveals His Favourite Walk Is Local, Ahead of Grosvenor Event Shaftesbury What's Ons View Victorian History with Rare East Knoyle Garden Opening View From The Hill - London Couple Show French Visitors Shaftesbury Kate And Karren chat  - Old HSBC Bank Works And Coles' Funfair's Impressive Tidy-Up Liz Foster Reads 'Lydia's Book Club'

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Top Of The Class – Shaftesbury Pupils’ Eco Ideas Are Best In 10,000 Entries Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf – Dorset Villages Viewed By 1930s Photographer Fontmell Women Dress To Impress At Fashion Show For Church Repair Shaftesbury Councillor To Chair Dorset Council Committee New Dorset Council Chair Is Likely A Record-Breaker Keeping Their Powder Wet – Motcombe’s Paint-Throwing Colour Run Three Councils Collaborate To Make A350 North Of Shaftesbury Safer Daily Telegraph Writer Says Shaftesbury Is ‘Slightly Down At Heel’ Power Cut Hits Shaftesbury And The Villages – 620+ Homes In Darkness Shaftesbury School Deputy Will Be New Sturminster High Headteacher  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Questions About Old Bank Refurb, Blocking Pavements Donheads Councillor Calculates Cost Of Wiltshire Potholes Shaftesbury Schoolboy Makes Final Of National Performance Poetry Competition Cranborne Chase Walking Festival Now Welcomes Dogs, With Special Event Visitors’ Views: Andover Tourists Love Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Big Plant Sale To Boost Hospital Friends’ Funds Glowing Report For Dorset Special Educational Needs Provision Pooling Talent - Wiltshire Needs More Swimming Instructors Free-To-Enter Dorset Business Awards Now Open Dorset NHS Seeking Women’s Views Shaston Seasonal Reflections Jackie and Jeanette on 1960s Playtime In Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Maltings Hub is Cllr Chase’s Priority as Shaftesbury Mayor Stand-Ups Find Humour in ‘Confidence’ with Shaftesbury Panel Game Making Gore Clump and Spread Eagle Hill Safer – Melbury’s Road Safety Plan Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Swifts with Cathy Morgan Fontmell Friends Speaker Explains Why You Need to Eat Nettles Shaftesbury Art and Exercise Experts Picked for Pyrenees Retreat View from the Hill – Callum from Westbourne Award for Fontmell’s Church-to-Church Charity Walkers Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Land with Wildlife and Sales Falling Through Shaftesbury What’s On

On The Alfred Daily Today: No North Dorset Members In New Dorset Council Cabinet Former Jhoots Locum Pharmacy Shares Concerns Over Patient Safety Councillor Welcomes New Town Council With Most Women Ever And Younger Average Age Some Donhead And Semley Potholes Are ‘Dangerous’ Says MP Shaftesbury Abbey Expert Lecture - How Gardens Evolved From Alfred To Henry VIII Blooms, Bakes, Sausage Rolls And Seeds – At Sedgehill On Sunday Singers And Stand-Ups Sought For Dentist Garden’s Gig Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jan Walls’ Gardening Guide

On The Alfred Daily Today: Blue Badge Owning Market Organiser Understands Disabled Driver Frustration Recognition for Shaftesbury Abbey's environmental efforts Art Inspired By East Knoyle Walks Fills Arts Centre Walls Dorset Mind Support Ten People During Library Drop In Motcombe Man Completes Lands End To John O’Groats Ride Charity Shop Latest: Board Games On Sale At Oxfam, Summer Clothes At CRUK View From The Hill- Visitors From Wilton Shaftesbury What’s Ons

 (Episode 1513) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Firecrew Tackle Guy’s Marsh Cell Blaze Donhead Author’s Book Plays Homage To Hedgerows Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Expert Talk- How Fermented Food Could Make You Feel Better Why Joining Shaftesbury Rock Band Onyx Has Changed Bill Bruce’s Life View From The Hill – Visitors From Sutton Don’t Like Our Loos North Dorset Author Ray Lee Reads ‘Hero’ Donhead Diary- The Barker’s Hill Story

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Businessman Launches Dorset Artwork Courier Service Tour The New Arboretum During Wincombe Park’s Annual Opening See Lambs Being Born In East Knoyle This Weekend New Dorset Council To Announce Cabinet Roles Shaftesbury Councillors Asked To Renew Conduct Pledge Two-fifths of Eligible Dorset People Receive Covid Jab View From The Hill- Epsom Visitor Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – MK And Charlie From East Knoyle Walk Of The Week- Dorset Hill Forts With Dave Hardiman Karen Cole Reviews – ‘The Kitchen’ by Simone Buchholz

 (Episode 1511) On The Alfred Daily Today:   New Lib Dem Councillor Wants 30 MPH Grosvenor Rd & Christy’s Lane Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Wildlife Trust and Abbey Help You Enhance Nature at Sunday Garden Event Round Table Hope Semley Bushcraft Evening Will Boost Membership Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Berwick, Semley And Donhead In The 80s Fontmell Residents Urged to Report ‘Near Misses’ Following Driver's ThreatBottom of Form Flour Power –Harnessing The Sun And Sturkle At Cann Mill Clubmen Book Author On Castle Hill’s Significance  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cllr Derek Beer On Lib Dems Plans For Shaftesbury All About Alcester-The  Shaftesbury Area Few People Know About Shaston Gardening Club Winds Up After A Century Of Celebrating Horticulture Five Years Of The Maltings’ Spar- Bestseller Revealed Business Networking At The Brewers’ Shaftesbury Commemorates V.E Day Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie and Jeanette’s 60 Memories Of Fontmell’s Pub King Continues As Weldmar Patron

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Area Schools Could Win Cash for Painting a Pub Fence Award Winning Wildlife Garden Opens to Raise Cash for St James' Church Shaftesbury Car Boot-Style Sale Devoted to Crafts and Arts Shaftesbury Police Impound Noisy, Stolen Moped Visitors' Views: A Walking Party from Surrey BV Dairy's New Owner Confirms Commitment To North Dorset Cycle Ride Renewal Quirky Irish Comedy Screens At Arts Centre on Friday Shaftesbury's Whats Ons Shaftesbury Accommodation Needed For Large Lindlar Twinning Delegation

 (Episode 1508) On The Alfred Daily Today: Wessex Water Withdraw Plans For Homes At Shaftesbury Farmstead Shaftesbury What’s Ons Haimes Lane Closure Next Week, Ivy X Roundabout Shut Tonight Shaftesbury Councillor Positive About Police Station Reopening  MP Opens New Cools Farm Organic Meats Shop Injured Shaftesbury Mental Health Speaker Needs £800 For Scunthorpe Trip View From The Hill – Visitors From Epsom Gardening Tips From The Maltings With Jan Walls Discover Italy Through Food And A Film -Saturday In Motcombe

 (Episode 1507) On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1506) On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Commissioner David Sidwick ‘Humbled’ By His Re-Election First Election Win For Shaftesbury Councillors Conor Smith And Greg Williams Shaftesbury Woman Wants Woodland To Film Viking Movie Demo Shaftesbury’s New Pottery Café Promises Sunday Opening Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Seeking Cuckoos Donhead Diary – John’s Cottage Garden Shaftesbury Fire Crew Abseil Down Trinity Tower Kate And Karren On The Removal Of The Town Hall Scaffolding Local Writer’s Short Story – Liz Foster Reads ‘The Charwoman’s Tale’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Guy Ritchie’s Gritchie Brewery Cease Production – Will Attend Feastival Shaftesbury What’s Ons Lib Dems Take Dorset Council Cllr Derek Beer Expects Cabinet Role, Bus Gate, Pedestrian Priority High Street Shaftesbury East Ward Election Results View From The Hill- Warminster Visitors Astronomy Expert Will Show You How To Stargaze With Binoculars Walk Of The Week – Bluebells At Ashmore With Terry Yarrow Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet- Margaret The Dog, Of East Knoyle Karen Cole Reviews- ‘The Garnett Girls’ by Georgina Moore Kate Scott’s Chicken Diary

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Under-12s Triumph in League – Can You Help Future Football Success? Polling Pints – Donhead Voters Pick Police Commissioner In A Pub New November Contest For Shaftesbury’s Young Talent Jackie And Jeanette Share More Fontmell Primary Memories Cannabis Plants Seized During Four Police Raids In Shaftesbury View From The Hill – Visitors From Sydney Love The Abbey Shaftesbury Neighbourhood Plan To Suggest Town Centre Housing Sites Shaftesbury What’s Ons  

 (Episode 1502) On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council No Longer Oppose Grosvenor’s Plan To Convert Assembly Room To Bedrooms The World Caught On Camera At Shaftesbury Photo Exhibition Deer Filmed After Dark In St James’ Park Sacred Sounds When Touring Choir Perform At St Peter’s View From The Hill- Visitor From Bavaria Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters Shaftesbury What’s Ons Revealed  - The Reason Behind Shaftesbury’s Painted Pebbles Bhutanese Film Picked For Final Shaftesbury Indie This Season

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cook Along With A Top TV Chef At Sunday’s Shaftesbury Feastival The Charlton Chat All about Noel Coward Police Commissioner Candidate Addresses Shaftesbury Police Cover Secret Of A Psychic – Nikki Kitt Talks At Her Shaftesbury Show Tattie Bogle Plan Pop- Up May Day Music In Ansty View From The Hill- Visitors From Trowbridge Shaftesbury What’s Ons John Parker Reviews First Cranborne Chase National Landscape Meeting Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council’s 2024 Goals- Wincombe Rec Refresh And Town Centre Signage Under 16’s Have Shaped Shaftesbury Future Sats Student Council Chair Piecing Together The Past – Expert Hired For Abbey’s Historic Statue Display Cornish Young Farmers Visit Semley Tractor Business Shaftesbury What’s Ons Beehive Yourself – April At Our East Knoyle Apiary North Dorset Nature With National Trust Ranger Clive Whitbourn View From The Hill – Visitors From Southend Review Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains – New At Oxfam And Cancer Research UK Seasonal Reflections – Ducks Herald Spring’s Arrival

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury FC Promoted To Southern League Sustainable Gardens Celebrated At Semley's Spring Fair Music Morning Helps Repair St John's Church Repair Fund View From The Hill- Visitors From Penarth, Cardiff Filipino Foodie Treat In May, In Motcombe Shaftesbury What's Ons Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Sunday Story - Liz Foster Reads 'Country Life'  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Verging On Dangerous – Calls To Fix Motcombe’s Frog Lane Shaftesbury Yarnbomber Wants Knitters To Help Tackle Dorset Fraud Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Collapsing Wave’ Walk Of The Week – Kingsettle Bluebells With Andrew Ebens Meet My Pet – James And Bronny Of East Knoyle Today Could Be Shaftesbury FC’s Biggest Day In 136 Years My Shaftesbury – Neil Bruce  

On The Alfred Daily Today: PCC Candidate Marianne Storey Commits To Reopening Shaftesbury Police Station Shaftesbury Man Films BBC Documentary About HIV Prevention Drug Royal British Legion Wear Rosemary To Remember Anzac Day Shaftesbury’s Women’s Group Tangent Celebrates 50th Year With New Chair Request For Help From Shaftesbury’s John Foyle Charity Up 33% Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill- Visitors From Norfolk Towering Creative Ceramics As Four Artists Share Shaftesbury Gallery Space Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Shaftesbury’s High House Press

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury FC  Promotion Quest – Rockies Through To Final Listed Lion’s Mouth Damaged In Collision – But Will Dorset Council Fund Repair New Shop And Microdairy as East Knoyle’s Cools Farm Expands Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Swifts Return To Gold Hill Motcombe Man To Ride Land’s End To John O’Groats For Cancer Charity View From The Hill- Poole Visitors Shaftesbury Disability Campaigner Breaks Both Ankles In House Of Lords Fall Food, Favourite Music And Discount Flasks Feature In Town Hall Event Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie And Jeanette Remember Fontmell Primary

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Jhoots Pharmacy Beyond A Joke Says Cancer Survivor Fire Crew Close Coppice Street Stand Up Comic To Compere 5th May Gold Hill Cheese Race Shaftesbury's GP Practice Want Veterans To Come Forward Chilly Dipping After Dark – Shaftesbury Lido Full Moon Swim Shaftesbury Talk From Charity Seeking Help From Tots To Teens Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Renting As A Smoker Or Pet Owner Fontmell Pub Hosts First Pub Quiz For Church Appeal Compton Spitfire Weekend Postponed Due To Forecast Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill – Budapest Visitor

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Calls For Free Shaftesbury Lido Baby Swims Low Cost Clothes On The Catwalk – Shaftesbury’s Fashion For Fiver Returns Dorset Council Offer Business And Community Grants From Monday Shaftesbury What’s Ons Celebrating St George’s Day In Shaftesbury Defibrillator For Shaftesbury Pub, 15 Months After Tragic Death Feeling Blue – Bluebells and Forget Me Nots With Gardener Jan Walls Nurture And Nature – Plant And Garden Celebration In Semley View From The Hill – Sutton Coldfield Sisters Visit ‘Passenger’ – Arts Centre Friday Film Preview Covid Bounceback And New Roof Plan At Arts Centre AGM

On The Alfred Daily Today: From Tractor Run To London Marathon In 3hrs 24 – Shaftesbury’s Will Mogridge Shaftesbury Mum And Daughter Enjoy First Morris Dance In Hometown View From The Hill – Nuneaton Visitors Shaftesbury Parent Classes To Prepare Kids For Schooling Life On A Margaret Marsh Farm - Mud, Bats And A Milk Price Hike Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Shaftesbury Scouts Parade Ahead Of St George’s Day Shaftesbury What’s Ons

 (Episode 1492) Witness Appeal Following North Dorset Motorbike Fatality Car Fire Closes Spread Eagle Hill Cloud House Charity Chair David Bernstein on Addiction Support First Fair Trade Tea in Four Years Fills Shaftesbury Venue Seeing Red: Shaftesbury Activists Dress Up for Bath Climate Action Protest Community and Commerce Celebrate Spring Together at Fontmell’s Spring Fair Kate and Karen Chat Over the Garden Fence Sunday Story: 'The Gun' by Elaine Cadogan Shaftesbury What’s On

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pop Up Clothing Repairs To Promote New Sunday Sewing Sessions Town Council Files Complaint Over Dorset’s Planning Delays, And Section 106 Transparency Friends Reunited For Compton Cello Concert Shaftesbury What's Ons Meet My Pet- Heather's 18-Year-Old East Knoyle Cat, Treacle Walk Of The Week - White Hart Link And The Potato Cave Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Paul Merefield's Quiz View From The Hill- Stalbridge Newcomers Rate Gold Hill Karen Cole Reviews 'Seven Days' by Robert Rutherford

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Dorset Council Candidate - ‘Bus Gate Should Have Been In Years Ago’ Jenny Merefield Marks 40 Years Of Scouting With St George’s Day Parade Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Cricket Train In Wiltshire While Waterlogging Lasts Kids Colouring Contest For Earth Day Adrian Ryder -And How Shaftesbury Abbey’s Abolition Changed Local Lives

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Amends Shaftesbury FC Lease To Address 40K shortfall Morris Dancers Mark Spring In Shaftesbury On Sunday  Shaftesbury What’s Ons  Say What You See- Sandy Roberts Wants Feedback On Her Art  Hilltop Harmony: Shaftesbury Wellness Offers Yoga, Exercise With Stunning Views  Five Star Chef - Shaftesbury’s Philippa Hosts National TV Show Friday Jackie And Jeanette - Compton And Fontmell 60s and 70’s Memories View From The Hill- Claire From Poole  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Slippery Slope Of Development - Council Oppose New Enmore Court Estate Plan Matt Boatwright’s Property - Selling A House When A Resident Has Dementia Can You Change Shaftesbury Kids’ Lives By Helping Them Read Better? Award Win For Wessex Internet And West Stour Store Commended Gold Hill Named In Top Five Steepest UK Streets Quiz, Fish And Chips With Hospital Friends’ Fundraisers View From The Hill – Arizona Resident Shaftesbury What’s Ons Poetry – Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Titania’s Elf’ Shaftesbury What’s Ons East Ward Candidate – Greg Williams

 (Episode 1487) On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Were Hired Online Without Face-To-Face Interviews, Force Reveals Dorset Council Budget Is £1M Adrift - 'A Reasonable Result' Says Finance Head Flowers, Food And Home Furnishings At Fontmell's First Spring Fair Celebrate Dorset In Words And Music At Shaftesbury Abbey Shaftesbury What's Ons Jan Walls' Garden Guide From The Maltings Most Dorset And Wilts Youngsters Get Their First Choice For Primary School East Ward Election Candidate - Conor Smith Internationally Acclaimed String Quartet Play Shaftesbury, Sunday

 (Episode 1486) On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Council Will Launch Separate Bid For Slower Side Streets Mental Preparedness Matters For Shaftesbury’s London Marathon Runners Bargain Hunters Will Drive To Melbury To Grab Designer Dresses For £1 Sequins, Songs And Sitcoms With East Stour Drag Night Star Shaftesbury What’s Ons 90-Year-Old Embroiderer Helen Lanchberry Hosts First Public Talk Ancient Maps And Signed Novels At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Books East Ward Town Council Candidate- Piers Brown

 (Episode 1485) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Book Sharing Shaftesbury, Fontmell And Compton Memories ‘Dream Come True’ As Jem Opens Her Shaftesbury Salon Dorset Council Warn Of Deer Danger To Drivers- Local Hotspots Revealed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Siblings Art Show Offers True Dorset Countryside View Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Fontmell’s Shop In The 60s

 (Episode 1482) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Dorset Council Asset Sale Plan – New Tenant For TIC Soon? Shaftesbury Street Market Returns Sunday With Make-While-U-Wait Sandals! Racing Ahead Tess – East Stour’s Expanding Social Group Life After Arthur - Shaftesbury Fair Trade Consider Future Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Kathy Morgan National Theatre Live – ‘The Motive And The Clue’ In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury’s Significant Trees And Cinemas – Robert Mullins Tom Clements Proud Of Motor Neurone Funds Raised At Gig Jan Wall’s Gardening Advice View From The Hill – Southampton Visitors Shaftesbury Fire Crew Called To A303 Collision New High Sheriff For Wiltshire

On The Alfred Daily Today: All The Candidates For Shaftesbury Area Council Seats - Listed Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Poole Archaeologist Visits Abbey Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains First-Ever Shaftesbury Rotary Fun Run Is A Sucess Astronomy Expert To Share Magic Of Meteors And Comets In Shaftesbury Talk Shaftesbury PC Responds To Residents' Concerns About Parking And Theft From Vans Shaftesbury Area Independents Shine in Muddy Stiletto Award Finals

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On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1476) On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Airfield Spitfire Season Delayed Due To Rain-Soaked Grass Runway Bag Your Place In The Race Up The Cobbles Carrying A 23Kg Cheese The King’s Man In Dorset Will Meet Fontmell Friends New Novels Reveal Norman Invaders' Impact On Shaftesbury And Its Abbey Brisk Business For New Shaftesbury Book Shop Trial Shaftesbury What's Ons Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf Funerals In Sixpenny 110 Years Ago  ID Needed This Time -Dorset Council Issue Essential Voting Update View From The Hill - Visitor From Switzerland

On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Wins Appeal For Cann Housing – Town Council Hope To Negotiate Shaftesbury Fire Crew Tackle Takeaway Blaze Half Spaces Taken Alread For Sundays Shaftesbury Fun Run Friday Live Music - Jazz In Motcombe Or Acoustic In Shaftesbury Woodlands On The Walls At Shaftesbury's Art Centre Gallery Jackie And Jeanette Remember Days Out In The 60s And 70s

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Oppose Wessex Water Plan To Convert Gasgoignes Lane Farm To Homes New Date For Spring Countryside Show In June East Stour Locals Positive About Standalone Parish Council 30-Strong Choir To Sing Folk Tunes In Motcombe Agriculturist Explains Weather Impact On Blackmore Vale Farmers Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters- Upfront About Flood Risks Paul Jordan Previews ‘One Fine Morning’ Film At Arts Centre Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Bluebell Spotting Town Hall Scaffolding Removal Delayed Memory – Poem By Elaine Cadogan

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Clerk’s ‘Phenomenal Success’ Finding £30K for Lido Saluted Boxing Clever With A New Library For Charlton Shaftesbury Composer’s Folk Trio Plans Town Gig During UK Tour Dorset Council Praises 200-Strong Planning Department’s Performance Shaftesbury Session To Help Kids Stay Safe Around Dogs Art Installation Celebrates Donhead’s River Nadder View From The Hill- Brighton Visitor Jan Wall’s Garden Advice From The Maltings Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections What Shaftesbury Needs – Advice For Ice Cream Vans!

On The Alfred Daily Today: Spring Countryside Show Postponed Because Of Recent Rain Fontmell Residents Meet To Find Funds To Fix Their Leaky Church New Ways To Love Seasonal Veg With A Talk And Tasting In Motcombe Give Old Clothes A New Look With Shaftesbury’s Repair Shop And Fashion Festival Shaftesbury Shoppers Help Team Torri’s Cancer Charity Collection Antiques For Easter - Bob and Kathy Morgan View From The Hill- Frank Spends His 70th In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Firecrew Called To Thatch Blaze In Ebble Valley New Look For North Dorset Rugby Club West Stour Garage’s Brilliant April Fool’s Wheeze

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Donhead St Mary Councillors Call Time On Reduced Speed Past Pub Motcombe Folk Dance Night To Fund International Friendships  Police Warn Dorset Dog Owners About Worrying Sheep Twinning Association Folk Dance Raising Funds For Friendship Shaftesbury What’s Ons Determined Donhead Chair Defies Arthritis for 5k Charity Trek Gaza And Ukraine - Subjects For Second Shaftesbury Street Vigil Selling Stylish Clothes To Save Lives - BadCo Charity's Saturday Pop-Up Circus Scuppered by Saturated Turnpike Showground View From The Hill- Visitor From Ashwater, Devon Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Dorset Buttons And Tunnel Tales

On The Alfred Daily Today: Third Defibrillator For Fontmell Parish Shaftesbury What's Ons 7 pm Flooding Update View From The Hill - Reading Visitor Shaftesbury Blue Badge Driver Wants Understanding After Note On Car Good Friday Crafting At The Abbey Celebrates Shaftesbury's Pilgrimage Past Men's Social Group Invite You To Shaftesbury Computer Games Night  Shaftesbury Author Talk - Cookbook Author's Inspiring Leftover Ideas  Jackie And Jeanette's Easter Memories Of Compton And Fontmell

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Last Leg - Shaftesbury's Round Britain Cyclist on His Tough Final Week Lido Boss Wants Summer Pool Ideas – And Plans Ice Swimming Next Winter Motcombe Speedwatch Leader's Warning About Village-Wide 20 Limit Grant For Volunteers Surveying Dorset Hedgerows Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Visitors From Oxfordshire's White Horse Town Pop-Up Arts at Twyford Easter Saturday Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Kathy Morgan Jan Walls' Garden Tips From The Maltings

On The Alfred Daily Today: Labour To Field One Candidate For Shaftesbury's Two Dorset Council Seats Byzant Walk and Food Talks Will Feature in Shaftesbury’s Feastival Kitchen Appeal for East Stour Hall's  Fiftieth Year Shaftesbury Playparks Refreshed But You’ll Have To Forget The Gower Road Elephant Ploughing Match Planned By Berwick’s Charity Fundraisers Saving Hundreds And Supporting Breast Cancer Patients With Boobs' Prom Dress Sale Shaftesbury What's Ons New Reads At Shaftesbury's Oxfam Book Shop View From The Hill- Tyler From Bournemouth

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Landlord Seeks Compensation Following Road Closure East Stour Villagers Consider Forming New Parish Council Shaftesbury Artists Picture Their Family Trees Gospel, Pop And Poetry Performance In Enmore green Birdlife And Burial Mounds – Walk Of The Week At Woodcuts Karen Cole Reviews ‘Finding Sophie’ Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet -Angela’s Spaniels In Berwick Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate Scott’s Breach Lane Chickens

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council To Revise And Resubmit Mampitts Hall Plan, Against Clerk's Recommendation Shaftesbury What's Ons Black Cactus Café Launches Pop-Up Wine Bar Evenings in Shaftesbury View From The Hill - Bournemouth Couple Jackie And Jeanette - 70s Memories From Compton And Fontmell Stour Row Village Hall - Helping Villagers Be Heard Shaftesbury's Ian Masters: Behind the Scenes Support for Round-UK Cycle Challenge

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Local Healthcare Group Acquires Cedars, Shaftesbury's Independent Charity-Run Care Home New Defibrillator at Stours' Garage Marks Fourth Lifesaver Bought By Hawtree Family RIP Arthur Simmonds - Shaftesbury's Fairtrade Founder Shaftesbury What's Ons Jan Walls' Gardening Town Council To Debate Bus Gate View From The Hill- Taunton Visitors Abbey Primary PTFA Plan Shaftesbury Shopwindow Easter Egg Hunt

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On The Alfred Daily Today: dio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily:  A Fusion of Cultures and Communities - At Shaftesbury's Ukrainian Spring Event Shaftesbury Singer Starts 2024 On High Note With New Single Reason Shaftesbury Estate Agents Find Strength and Community in Women's Rugby Sunday Story - The Chestnut Tree by Christine Simms Lynda Appleby Visits Donhead's Lent Lunches Shaftesbury What's Ons Kate and Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence'

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Name, New Traders For Shaftesbury Charity Craft Sale Sewer Collapse Makes St James’ A Dead End Street ‘Til Friday Burial Mounds And  Roman Road In Walk Of The Week A Berwick Woman’s Best Friends On ‘Meet My Pet’ Shaftesbury Weekend What’s Ons Karen Cole’s Book Review – CNN Reporter’s Political Thriller Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Roadworks On The Way ‘My Shaftesbury’- Fashion Show Organiser Caz Wickenden

 (Episode 1455) On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1454) On The Alfred Daily Today: Free Business Promotion With Relaunch Of Shaftesbury’s Tourism Website New High Street ‘Pop-Up’ For Shaftesbury Photography Service 30-Year Blues Pro Performs At Motcombe’s Friday Live Music Session Motcombe Council Take Complaint About Atrocious Road To Neighbouring Council Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Holiday Homes And The Budget, Inglenooks And Outbuildings View From The Hill – Visitors From Chicago Survey Says Dorset Has Ninth Highest Fraud Rate – Police Chief Responds Shaftesbury What’s Ons 1960s Fontmell And Compton Memories With Jackie And Jeanette

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Reject Better Traffic Flow Argument For Coppice Street Hedge Removal Join The Arctic Advocates – Fighting For North Pole Nature From North Dorset Capture The Moment - Charlie Waite Shares Photo Skills At Spring Countryside Show Shaftesbury What’s Ons Coombe House Will Teach Over 100 Students From September Shaftesbury Cyclist Reaches Scotland, Halfway In 1300 Mile UK Tour View From The Hill – Bath Couple Poetry- Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Ratteus Novegicus’ Shaftesbury Traffic Jan’s Gardening Tips From The Maltings

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Bell Street Singers Launch Inspiring Locals Podcast Up To 100 Tractors Expected On Shaftesbury High Street, Sunday Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill – Darcy, Professional Cylist From Perth, Australia Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Kathy Morgan Spring, A Traditional Dorset Dialect Poem – John Cluett Concern That Too Few People Will Stand As Dorset Councillors Rare Literary Reads At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Books Gaming Room Opens Behind New Shaftesbury Shop Millions For Dorset Potholes -Two Shaftesbury Lanes To Be resurfaced Hornets Threatening Bees And Blackberry Pickers - East Knoyle Beekeeper

On The Alfred Daily Today: Anyone for Walking Tennis? Sessions Start in The Donheads Pop Up Choir Belts Out Pop Hits on Bell St Dread Dining Alone? The Social Group Touring Shaftesbury Area Eateries Kate and Karren Chat Over the Garden Fence Shaftesbury Town Band Happy with Torquay Championships Performance Mediaeval Calligraphy Experts Visit Shaftesbury Abbey Shaston Seasonal Reflections Sunday Story – ‘Ezra’s Penny’ by Ann Brooks

On The Alfred Daily Today: Welsh Runner Joins Tom For His Four-Hourly Kids Cancer Shaftesbury Runs Dorset Council Is Funding More Funerals Town Council Tackles Complaints About Wincombe Lane Works Shaftesbury What’s Ons Bigger Shaftesbury Orchestra Promise Powerful March Concert Shaston Seasonal Reflections-Joe Hashman Meet My Pet – Pete From Ashmore’s Tricky Tortoise Tale Karen Cole’s Book Review – ‘The Dream Home’ Paul Merefield’s Quiz Walk Of The Week – White Hart Link With Tom Perrett Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary View From The Hill- Bournemouth Visitor Butterfly Charity Monitor Rare Species At Melbury Beacon

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council To Guide Timetable for Dorset's Funding Discussion on Mampitts Hall Shaftesbury Nursing Home Appeals for Plants To Cultivate Residents’ Gardening Skills Semley Talk Puts Wartime Work Of Retired And Women Pilots In The Spotlight Wanted people with proficiency and pigs and potatoes at Shaftesbury homegrown Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Hardy’s Shaftesbury And St Peter’s Church Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today:Mampitts Land Trust Lead Peter Yeo Says Only His Bid Is Now Credible Ukrainian Guests Share Their Craft And Cuisine At Town Hall Celebration Stand-Ups Plan Panel Game In Arts Centre Entertainment And Why Gold Hill Will Be The Backdrop To Sparkly Bulgarian Fashion Jackie and Jeanette Remember Ad of the 60s and 70s Grant Could Support The 15 Rough Sleepers In Dorset Council Area  View From The Hill – Former Motcombe Villagers Return After 37 Years Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Mampitt’s Hall Plan Refused But They’re Recommended For Section 106 Funds Further Delay To Dorset's Local Plan  Shaftesbury Traffic No Dorset Car Park Rate Rise For Foreseeable Future Help And Support For Shaftesbury Voluntary Groups  Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Appeal For Tents For  Shaftesbury’s Homeless Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Vicar Hosts Evening Debate On Science And Spirituality View From The Hill -Widnes Coach Trip

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Rival Maltings Hall Designs Go Before Planners – Both Recommended For Approval Dorset Council To Enforce Shaftesbury’s New Car Park For £2K A Year Shaftesbury Expert Kirsty Heap - Opening Minds To Neurodiversity Benefits Learn Why Dorset Is Best For Butterflies In East Stour On Friday Shaftesbury What’s Ons Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters- The General Election Effect New Items On Sale At Shaftesbury’s Charity Shops View From The Hill- Blandford Visitor Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflection -Joe Hashman

 (Episode 1443) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Coroner Tells Council And Wessex Water To Tackle B3091 Road Ice To Prevent More Deaths Shaftesbury What’s Ons New Signs And A Strategy To Prevent Park Walk Parking Hermes Man Delivers – Semley’s Greek Gods Talk Is A Triumph The Great Bustard Brought Back From Extinction In The Cranborne Chase- Short Story - Sarah English ‘The Letter’ Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dave Myers’ Ex, On Why ‘The Hairy Biker’ Loved Shaftesbury Shaftesbury PC on Shoplifting, Rough Sleeping, Anti-Social Activity And Drugs Stars, Serenity And Eating In Silence At Semley’s Mindfulness Night Meet My Pet – An East Knoyle Schnauzer Shaftesbury What’s Ons Compton’s Airfield Café Closes For A Relaunch Joe Hashman’s Seasonal Reflections Windmills And Woodland In Our East Knoyle Walk Of The Week Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Prisoner of Acre’ by Murray Bailey  View From The Hill – Essex Visitors In A Campervan

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Campaign to Raise £100k for Fontmell Church Repairs Shaftesbury What’s On Councillor Questions Restricting Under-18s' Access to Shaftesbury School Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Food Writer to Serve Spiced Cake Treats for Mother’s Day in Motcombe Dinner Jazz Added to Tom Clements’ Black Tie MND Dinner Shaftesbury Woman Plans 100k Walk for Kids with Cancer Till-Side Tales from Shaftesbury’s Charity Shop Stars Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Farmers' Tales from Wardour

On The Alfred Daily Today: Super-Fast Internet Comes to the Stours Shaftesbury What's Ons From Climbing Poles to Scaling Peaks: The Shaftesbury BT Worker Helping Children with Cancer No Arrests, But Progress as Dorset and Wiltshire Police Tackle Poaching Together Shaftesbury Churches Award Cash for Student Farmers and Rural Outreach Shaston Seasonal Reflections Road Closures and Traffic Updates Jackie and Jeanette Remember the '60s and '70s in Fontmell Shaftesbury Area Poet Elaine Cadogan: "Resurrected Star  

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Speeding Compels Fontmell Walkers to Drive For ‘Self-Defence’, Council Told ​Shaftesbury Cyclists ‘Epic’ 1300 Mile Ride Sets Off High ​Tech ​Stroke ​Rehab ​Rolled Out Across ​North ​Dorset. Wiltshire's ​Worst ​Road ​Surface Is Minutes From Shaftesbury Craft Activities To Bring Ashmore Community Together Jan Walls’ Gardening Advice From The Maltings No Beacon Will Be Lit For ‘D Day’ 80th Event In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Events Shaston Seasonal Reflections View From The Hill- Househunters From Chichester

 (Episode 1438) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Repeats Call For Trader Compensation As Town Hall Work Continues To April Rejected Motcombe Housing Plan Goes To Appeal Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Book Launch Unveils Hope For Domestic Abuse Battle Enchanting Harp Guitar Night at St. Peter’s In March Shaftesbury Charity Shop Latest - International Crime Writing View From The Hill - Visitor From Berkshire Motcombe Announces Music Festival, Semley Event Extends

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Stands With Ukrainian Refugees Remembering Two Years Of Conflict Benches Return To A Tranquil Shaftesbury Beauty Spot Shaftesbury's newest shop Boobs opens for business Donhead’s Marine Biology Expert Shares The Eco Importance Of Whale Poo Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ Flood Warning For Berwick From Ebble Valley Groundwater Bleke Street Neighbours Kate and Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Shaftesbury Sign Painter Hangs Queen Vic Pic On Victoria Street Sunday Short Story From Liz Foster ‘The Secret Admirer’    

On The Alfred Daily Today: Wessex Group raise £5000 for Shaftesbury’s Mental Health Charity BadCo Sixty Diners Enjoy A Soup-er Charity Lent Lunch Discover The 50 Mile Walk On Shaftesbury’s Doorstep With North Dorset Ramblers Police To Regularly Patrol Shaftesbury From March Meet My Pet- Max The Labradoodle  Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary Paul Merefield’s Quiz Next Week’s Roadworks and Closures Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Karen Cole reviews A Spy Thriller By A Former CIA analyst  

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Loop Footpath Closed Without Permission The Volunteers Painting and Scrubbing Shaftesbury's Dirty Street Signs Easter Challenge for Shaftesbury Kids: Make a Movie in a Week ‘Pay Whatever You Can’ Lent Lunches Return Friday Tragedy Inspires Award-Winning Nature Book – Author to Speak in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Jackie and Jeanette’s '60s and '70s Magazine Memories View from the Hill – Visitors from Ashford, Kent Survey Says Care Dorset Staff Rate Their Workplace Highly More Snowdrop Poetry from Marigold Rumble

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On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1430) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1428) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Firecrew Tackle Car In Flames On The Maltings Dorset Council Is Finalist For Council Of The Year Shaftesbury What's Ons Chicken Rescue Plan Sunday Shaftesbury Drop Off- Adopt-A-Duck, Too Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Councillor Urges Government To Axe Two-Child Benefits Cap Paul Merefield's Quiz Walk Of The Week - Madjeston With 'Tess Of The Vale' Meet My Pet - Lynda Appleby's Horses Karen Cole Reviews 'The Descent' by  Paul E. Hardisty

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: BV Dairy Sold -Manager Says There Are Jobs For Dorset Foods Shaftesbury What's Ons Melbury Filmmaker's Farming Film Screens In London Shaftesbury Firecrew Cut Driver From Car  View From The Hill - Thornbury Visitors Thumbs Up For First Hilltop Cinema Show  Allergy Free Recipe Book Author To Visit Shaftesbury  Jackie And Jeanette's Memories Joe Hashman On Woodlice

 (Episode 1425) On The Alfred Daily Today: Second Home Owners Will Pay Double Dorset Council Tax To Fund Social Housing Motcombe Council To Fund Survey Of Drivers’ Speed Past School  Shaftesbury’s Charity Pancake Pop-Up With TV Chef Lesley Dorset Council Justify Top Officers’ Six-Figure Salaries More ‘Authentic’ Oktoberfest Planned For Barton Hill Event  Greek Mythology Expert Shares Stories To Fund Sedgehill Church Shaftesbury What’s Ons The Nick Crump Wonderful Wildlife Award View From The Hill – Farnham Visitor Master Web and Social Media Marketing At Free Shaftesbury Business Breakfast Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Castle Hill Songthrushes Shaftesbury’s Charity Pancake Pop-Up With TV Chef Lesley

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Wardens Could Address Poor Parking Near Abbey Primary And At Coppice Street Ratepayers Are Not Funding The Asylum Seekers’ Barge Dorset Council Opposed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman & Sarah English Book Festival Speaker To Share His Passion For Wiltshire’s Plants Charity Shop Bargains From Oxfam and Cancer Research Shaftesbury TedX Event Launches Super Fast Speakers – As Event Sells Out Visitors’ Views – German Snowdrop Seekers Seriously Snowdrop Fans Queue To Buy Bulbs At Town Hall Sale Shaftesbury Road Closures

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Locals Upset As Town Council 'Eviscerate' Blackberry Bush Free Money For Community Projects In Melbury, Compton And Cranborne Chase Shaftesbury Jeweller Launches New Gold Hill Snowdrop-Inspired Design Vibrant Art And String Quartet Celebrate Snowdrops In Fontmell Meet My Pet - Heather From East Knoyle Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole's Book Review 'The Dancer by Óskar Guðmundsson' Walk Of The Week - Fontmell And Compton With Terry Yarrow Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Shaftesbury MP Bunks Off New Ministerial Job To Judge Student Debate Shaftesbury Community Has Made Planning Snowdrop Festival 'A Joy' Virginia's Volunteers - Sally Nutbeam Of Shaftesbury Dementia Group View From The Hill - Kit From Burton Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - The Bennet's Of Pythouse Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman New Legion President Suggests Question For Election Candidates During First Shaftesbury Visit  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On Dinah's Hollow Will Remain One Lane- Dorset Highways Boss  Drifts On Display -Springhead’s Special Snowdrops  Expert Will Unveil Gold Hill Snowdrop At Festival Sing For Your Supper - Shaftesbury Drama Student's Valentines Gig Ask Tree Expert Anything At Donhead Event Shaston Seasonal Observations -Joe Hashman Astronomers To Teach Telescope Skills On Saturday Jackie And Jeanette's 60s Shaftesbury Memories  

On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce Launches Shoplifting Survey And Praises PC's Initiative Shaftesbury What's Ons Garden Guru Jan Walls Direct From The Maltings ‘Village Idiot’ To Film In Shaftesbury During England-Wide Tour Swap, Buy And Sow - Seeds On Sale At Shaftesbury Snowdrop Event Master Pancake Making with TV Chef Lesley Waters' Arts Centre Event Shaftesbury Book Festival - Sophie Pavelle's Stories Of UK Wildlife In Peril Win £50 and See Your Story Brought to Life in Shaftesbury Tales Project

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On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Picked For Britain In Bloom UK Finals Shaston Seasonal Reflections - First Light On Shooters Lane Homestart Blackmore Vale Seeks Volunteer To Steer Parent Support Charity Top Of The Tips- Dorset Is Number 1 Council For Recycling Tesco Cashpoint Still Giving Too Much Cash Wiltshire Wanderlust With Donhead Ramblers' Walk Of The Week Blackmore Printers' In Top 1% Of Companies With Green Milestone Making Capital With His Music - New Agent Brings London Gigs For Rich Atkinson West End Screening As Shaftesbury's Filmmaker's Movie Makes Contest Final National Theatre Play About Gareth Southgate To Screen in Shaftesbury Karen Cole's Book Review "The Murder Wheel" Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaftesbury What's Ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Urgent Appeal to Protect Breech Common from Invasive Water Fern Threat Shaftesbury Councillor Tim Cook Will Not Seek Re-Election View From The Hill - Visitors From Beer Virginia's Volunteers - Nina At Shaftesbury Free Home Furnishing Service, Storehouse Hope Elletson Celebrates 35 Years Of Sustainable Picture Framing Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - The Story Of Wardour's Arundels

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cold Water Swims- Boosting Shaftesbury Business And Making Pool Viable Shaftesbury What's Ons Survey - Most Shaftesbury GP Patients Satisfied But End Of Blood Test Result Calls Questions Double Council Tax For Second Homes Likely In Dorset From April 25 NHS Claim  111 Service Calls Are Answered Faster In Dorset Shaftesbury Pumber To Run Every 4 Hours Over 4 Days For Cancer Appeal Town Council Renew Community's First Call On Hospital Building If It's Sold 60s and 70s Shaftesbury With Jackie And Jeanette Cold Water Swims- Boosting Shaftesbury Business And Making Pool Viable

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Councillor Backs Building Affordable Homes At Boarding House Site Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Museums Arrange Joint Volunteer Recruitment Day View From The Hill – Bill From Harrow Search Is On For Dorset’s Best Apprentice Bagpipes And Ballads With Shaftesbury Celtic Evening Shaftesbury Family-Run Window Cleaners Celebrate Fifty Years Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Dorset Police Warning For Keyless Car Owners Snowdrop Poem – Marigold Rumble Motcombe Chef Offers Cookery Workshop Matt Boatwright’s Property Q And A

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons M’s Kitchen – The Fountains Mead Foodie Making ‘Messy’ Meals Shaftesbury Singer Tom Clements Motor Neurone Fundraisers To Honour Dad Dorset Council Responds To Above Average School Absence Rate Crackdown On Littering Wiltshire’s Lanes And Lay-Bys Berwick, Donhead And Semley Get To Question Wilts Council Leader Fontmell’s Friendship Garden Springs Back In New Location Time Stands Still In St James’- Church Clock Appeal Shaftesbury Craft Expert Offers Macrame Taster View From The Hill – Medway Visitors

On The Alfred Daily Today: Higher Fees But Dorset Residents Requiring Planning Permission Could Get Faster Response Vintage Vehicles Shine at Semley's Monthly Sunday Meet-Up Pilgrimage Route Reflections: Rev Frazer’s 'Travels with a Stick' at Semley Book Talk Can You Suggest Shaftesbury's Special Places For Dorset Tourist Guide? One Woman Shaftesbury Show Features Agatha Christie's Mystery Disappearance Shaftesbury What's On Road Closure Update View From The Hill - Visitor From Malta

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons DVLA Clamp 12 Shaftesbury Cars – Pensioner Charged £100 Release Fee For His Tax-Exempt Smart Car No ‘Wholesale Redundancies’ At Dorset Council But Recruitment Is A Challenge Joe Hashman – Signs Of Spring At St James’ Allotments Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Walk Of The Week – And A Running Hash – Duncliffe With Andrew Ebens Meet My Pet – Jo From Shaftesbury And Rupert The Labradoodle Cole Street Lane Closure Extended To 2nD Feb – A350 Closure Monda Learn To Care For Tiny Trees - Shaftesbury’s Bonsai Group Offers Course View From The Hill – Couple From Newport, Where There’s Also A Shaftesbury Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole’s Book Review - Death and the Conjuror by Tom Mead

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Sound of Success - Reaction from Shaftesbury Business Award Winners Things You Need to Know About Dementia - In St James’ Snowdrop Talk Gold Hill Museum May Knock Through to Next Door - What Happens Now? Pop-Up Planet Gazing at Shaftesbury Library, Saturday Bowled Over - Why Phil Tobin Loves Volunteering at the Bowling Club View from the Hill – Visitors from Singapore Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Unrest in Gillingham Royal Forest      

On The Alfred Daily Today: 10,000 Visitors Expected At Compton Abbas Airfield Vintage Aviation Extravaganza Dorset Leads in Recycling, Yet Council Urges Greater Efforts To Save £1.3M New Shaftesbury Cinema Info Evening Confirms Ticket Price And Show Times Jackie And Jeanette On 1960s Shaftesbury Businesses DVLA Clamp Vehicles Across Shaftesbury  Shaftesbury Jobs - Fontmell, Shaftesbury And Motcombe View From The Hill - Holly And Tom From Bristol Help Locate Shaftesbury Snowdrops - Gary Cook's Map Launched Ahead Of Festival Shaftesbury Baroque Festival  Musician Features Baroque Violin

 (Episode 1404) On The Alfred Daily Today: No New Police For Shaftesbury Or North Dorset – Force Still Needs Council Tax Increase Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Man’s 268 Mile Week-long Run, Battling Icy Wind And 16 Hours Sleep Matt Boatwright’s Property Q and A New Group Will Help Shaftesbury Area Landowners Rewild New Club For Shaftesbury Motorcyclists Formed Pro Mountain Biker Replicates Iconic Hovis Ad Shaston Seasonal Reflections  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Why Shaftesbury’s New Lead Mason Is Backing Mental Health Charity Bad Co Shaftesbury What’s On Cole Street Lane Closed 24-Hours Following Breakdown Blockages Kids Will Learn About Fire At Tokes Farm Half Term Sessions Talking Encouraged At Shaftesbury Library For Dorset Mind Drop-In Day View From The Hill – Visitor From Christchurch Grants For Dorset Tree Planting Projects Have Your Say On Shaftesbury Public Transport Future Shaftesbury Hospital Kindness Celebrated By Locals Recently Bereaved Sandra Diffey’s 60s Memories Of Shaftesbury Phone Exchange Maltings Garden Guru – Jan Wals Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman and Sarah English

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The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2024 (Episode 1401) On The Alfred Daily Today:  North Dorset Police Locate Man Missing Overnight Thousands of Trees Planted in Enmore Green to Boost Biodiversity and Protect Land from Housebuilding Community Choir Will Sing Tribute to Nick Trump at Opening of Abbey ‘Rich and Strange’ Performance Planned with Shaftesbury Baroque Festival Woman Swims 1K in 4°C Water at Shaftesbury Lido Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Is Loving the Lapwings View from the Hill – Family from NZ Kate and Karren Chat ‘Over the Garden Fence’ Power of Pine – Julie Wood’s Winter Evergreens Wellness Event at Abbey Short Story – Liz Foster – 'The Spa'    

 (Episode 1400) On The Alfred Daily Today: Family Buy Coconut And Cotton Eco Store With Proceeds Of Relative’s House Sale Fontmell Council Oppose Plans For New 23 Home Estate Town Clerk Responds to Councillor Claims that they are hiring a spin doctor and says the claims are incorrect Storm Means Slower Trains For Tisbury & Gillingham on Sunday, Strike Impact Tuesday Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Hazel Hedge Cut At Donkey Field Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet – A Hungarian Rescue Dog In East Knoyle Hammered dulcimer Busker Delights Shaftesbury Shoppers View From The Hill – Visiting Party From Lingfield Walk Of The Week – Dave Hardiman Pursued By Pigs On Stroll From Spreadeagle Hill Karen Cole’s Book Review -  Halfway House by Helen Fitzgerald

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury And Gillingham Junior Cooks Praised In Rotary Chef Contest Shaftesbury What’s Ons A350 Closed At Cann From 29th Jan Joe Hashman’s Shaston Seasonal Reflections Former Shaftesbury Policeman Concerned By ‘Belgian’ Beggar Spring Countryside Show Presents Showjumping Sheep And Clowns In Cars Grosvenor To Create New Events Space If Ballroom Bedroom Plan is Approved Shaftesbury New Cinema Opens 14th Feb, Learn More Wednesday Virginia’s Volunteers – Angela Phipps, Donhead Tennis Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf- Shaftesbury Preacher John Haimes View From The Hill – Christchurch Visitors Tourism News From Trevor Clements

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Car Link Seek Politicians’ Help With Funding And Reimbursement Rules Shaftesbury ‘Drugs Capital Of North Dorset’ With ‘Out-of-control’ Shoplifting – Police And Council Told Blackmore Vale Farming Diary –Hedgerow Laying, Farmers Collaborating And Weather Issues Fontmell Council Consider Think Tank For Using Vacant Land Weather Puts Town Hall Roof Works ‘One Month Behind’ – But Scaffolding Will Go By May The Artist Painting Gold Hill For A National Card Supplier Memories Of 60s Shaftesbury Shops With Jackie And Jeanette Shaftesbury What’s ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Snowdrop Countdown Is On-As Flower Appear On Stoney Path

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Councillors Overturn Budget Proposal To Halve Council Tax HikeShaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman and Sarah English - daffodils in bloom Melbury Council Bolster Objection To Cann Housing View From The Hill- Visitor From Gatwick Area Spring Countryside Show Launch Five Category Photo Contest Could Your Dog Make A Difference With A Hospital Or Guy’s Marsh Visit Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters - Fixtures & Fittings And Water Pressure

 (Episode 1396) On The Alfred Daily Today: Water Quality Campaigner Salutes £5m Gears Mill Sewage Work Upgrade Shaftesbury What's Ons Garden Guru Jan Walls Selects Three Noteworthy Maltings Gardens Abbeyview Medical Centre Patient Support Hub Returns Campaigner Wants Dorset Oil Tax Income To Support Council Services View From The Hill - Rose From Bradford-on-Avon Joe Hashman's Seasonal Reflections Blitz Spirit During Great Ground Power Cut Snowdrops To Decorate Former TIC Window Jobs- Co-Op And Motcombe School Inspector Rejects Planning Appeal For Disabled Resident's Futureproof Home

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 (Episode 1394) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Steady Trade For Shaftesbury Pubs During Dry January - Low- Alcohol Drinks Gain Ground Sharon Seasonal Reflection Joe Hashman On ‘Rainforesteque’ Areas Paul Merefield’s Quiz Dorset Firm Gets £480K Contract To Convert Abbey Walk House For Mental Health Services Kate Scott’s Shaftesbury Chicken Keeping Diary Meet My Pet- Katie And Her Difficult Schnauzers Walk Of The Week - Long Coombe Bottom Nr Melbury With Andrew Ebens Full Of Beans - Food Writer Amelia Christie-Miller To Visit Shaftesbury Shaftesbury’s Fruit And Veg Store Will Continue Following Trial Karen Cole Reviews ‘In Memoriam’ by Alice Winn.

 (Episode 1392) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Alleged Burglary At Shaftesbury FC– Man In Court Today Rise In Christmas Drink And Drug Driving Arrests In Dorset More Antiques For Shaftesbury Sunday Markets – Events Start With Snowdrops Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Ukrainian Flag At Great Ground Tourism News Trevor Clements Of Tourist Info Club Fontmell Society Relaunches As Fontmell Friends For Social Events View From The Hill- Visitors From Wilton Funeral Announcement – Stella Cotton Virginia’s Volunteers – Jeanne Loader Former Mayor Determined To Win World Marmalade Championships Adrian Ryder’s Bell St Bookshelf – St Rumbold’s Church Disabled Access Restored In Front Of Town Hall

 (Episode 1391) On The Alfred Daily Today:

 (Episode 1390) On The Alfred Daily Today: Pedestrianisation Unlikely Soon - Dorset Council Has No Money For Consultation Shaftesbury What's Ons Why The Grosvenor Owners Want To Close The Assembly Room Function Hall How Shaftesbury's Abbey Arts Centre Will Spend 3-Year Dorset Council Grants Town Centre Gas Leak Repair Means Temporary Loss Of Parking Spaces Celebrating Trishia Newell's Life Wanted: Edward The Martyr Tales For Fringe Weekend Pilgrimage Performance Weekend Art Club For Kids In Twyford Matt Boatwright's Property Matters - Floods And Having Two Kitchens Singing Session For Fans Of Folk Starts Winter Programme Shaston Seasonal Reflections- Joe Hashman  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Shaftesbury Fire Engines Tackle Gillingham Thatched Cottage Blaze Compton Villagers Form Community Hub With Monthly Meetings Concerns About Storm Sewage Release Into Motcombe Brook Shaftesbury What’s On Spring Countryside Show Field Will Be Filled With Scarecrows Dorset Police Commissioner Wants To Help Shaftesbury Shops Tackle Shoplifting View From The Hill - Frome Couple Love Our Views Jan Walls’ Gardening Diary Lucy’s Life-Changing Lesson - Coconut And Cotton Owner’s Costa Rica Sustainability Discovery

On The Alfred Daily Today: A Fortnight of Freezing Temperatures Forecast for Shaftesbury Blacksmith Pulls Off Big Performance in Arts Centre Peter Pan Panto Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Zumba Raises Cash for Salisbury Hospital Celebrity Biographies on Sale at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop Cold Water Swimming Expert Appointed Shaftesbury Lido Manager Councillor Jubilant That Jubilee Steps Railing Work Finally Starts View from the Hill - Londoners Fall in Love with Local Shepherd's Hut. Guest Speaker Will Share Childhood Stargazing Stories at Astronomy Club

 (Episode 1387) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Resident Says He Can Become North Dorset’s Lib Dem MP Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill- Visitor From Peru Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ Shaftesbury Artist Richard Hoare On Painting Peripheral Places Shaftesbury FC Features In ‘The Sun’ Car Stolen From Motcombe Found In Southampton Charlton Church Bell Restored After Two Decades Of Silence St James’ PostBox Featured On Twitter North Dorset Writer Sarah English Reads ‘The Consequence’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Have the Slowest 999 Call Answer Time in the UK – Force Responds Shaftesbury’s Independent Book Shop to Partner with Blur Musician’s Festival Melbury and Fontmell Council Wants Your Pothole Reports Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Rain Pours from Tanyard Thatch Paul Merefield’s Quiz Anne Davies’ Walk of the Week - An All Tarmac Trek from Fonthill Bishop Learn Just How Horrible Fonthill Abbey's William Beckford Was – In Shaftesbury Talk View from the Hill – Dutch Visitors Took a Trip from Laycock Shaftesbury’s Weekend Wet Weather Attraction – Donkey and Shetland's Last Home Meet My Pet - Nadia from Stour Row and Her Alpacas Donhead Artists Donate £550 to Boobs Charity Jobs - Saturday Person at Shaftesbury Deli Karen Cole’s Book Review - "Fearless" by M.W. Craven      

 (Episode 1385) On The Alfred Daily Today: Man to Face Court Following Serious Road Collision Near Shaftesbury Your Dorset Council Tax Likely To Rise By 5% From April - Council Say Rise Protects Key Services Shaftesbury Town Council Won't Trim Trees Blocking Residents' Daylight  Third Time Athletics Win For Fontmell Primary  View From The Hill - Turkish Visitors Former Pupils Still Knock On Cann Man's Door, 60 Years After School Shut Expert Advice For Shaftesbury Groups Seeking New Volunteers Tourism News - Trevor Clements From Tourism Information Hub How Snowdrop Festival Speaker Lou Will Help You Love These Flowers Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Victorian Fontmell  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Arts Centre Granted Planning Permission for Transformative Works Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Soaked St James’ Allotments and Thursday Sunrise Dorset Council Amends Rubbish Dump Fees but Says Charges Don’t Encourage Fly-Tipping Shaftesbury Crew Helps Ambulance Crew Enter Ludwell Home Two Award-Winning Nature Writers Confirmed for Shaftesbury Book Festival Shaftesbury Man to Ride Motorbike to The Gambia for Charity View from the Hill – Surrey Couple Visit to Fix Bike and Discover the Hill Time-Based Fitness Challenge Launches in Shaftesbury Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About the 1960s Shaftesbury Road Closures Why Weldmar Manager Andrew Hay Loves Shaftesbury

 (Episode 1383) On The Alfred Daily Today:   Police Commissioner Responds to Council's Request for Shaftesbury Police Officer Fire Crew Called To Old Boundary Road Home Shaftesbury's Seasonal Reflections- Joe Hashman Shaftesbury's Classic Car Enthusiast Restores French Limousine 3 Local Flood Alerts - Flooding Update Photographer to Exhibit 'Our Green and Pleasant Land' at Charlton Talk View from the Hill: Bristolian Artist Visits Gold Hill Shaftesbury's Upcoming Events The Affordability of Shaftesbury Homes And A New 'Down from London' Trend - Property With Matt Boatwright Poetry – 'The Craft of Life' by Marigold Rumble Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Arts Centre Chooses 'Hilltop Cinema' As Movie Venue Name Shaftesbury What's Ons Wartime Vehicles Line Shaftesbury High Street For Air Ambulance Fundraiser Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Signs Of Spring - Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan View From The Hill - South Devon Visitor Wednesday: Supermarket Vouchers For Dorset Residents Struggling With Living Costs Flood Alerts - Upper Stour And River Nadder Maltings Garden Guru - Jan Walls - The Remarkable Rowan New Pool Plan- Council Will Hire Manager Amidst Call For Free Swims For Kids A Feast Of Food Writing As Shaftesbury Bookshop And Cafe Collaborate Shaftesbury-Based BAFTA Judge Shares Best Of British TV And Movies Friday Arts Centre Film Offers "Profound ​Exploration ​Of ​Life' - Paul Jordan Previews 'Past Lives' Tiggy Hayes' Short Story - 'The Skeleton Christmas Party'

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Chairman Messages And 2024 Goals: Hannah Lister - Fontmell Parish Council, Trevor Clements - Compton Abbas, Liam Stacey -  Melbury Abbas Parish Council,Virginia Edwyn-Jones - Shaftesbury Town Council, Cllr Val Pothecary, Chairman Of Dorset Council Shaftesbury New Year What’s Ons Don’t Be Board! Donhead Games Group Celebrates First Birthday Vinyl Venture and Co-Working Space, Now Mustons Is ‘Off The Market’ Zumba Moves for a Cause: Motcombe's Dance Drive for Salisbury’s Stars Inside Shaftesbury Library: Ken Morgan and Helen Baker's Work Passion Shaftesbury's Firefighters Respond To Car Trapped In Tisbury Flood" King Alfred's Vision: Owner Outlines Next Steps, Hails Shaftesbury Spirit A Sneak Peek at Shaftesbury Snowdrops – A Walk with Rachel Diment New Year’s Eve Road Traffic Collision In Shaftesbury View From The Hill – Californian Visitor

 (Episode 1380) On The Alfred Daily Today:   a 60-minute radio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily:  50 Vintage Tractors Tour Shaftesbury Area In Salisbury Hospice Fundraiser Shaftesbury New Year Events Swans Trust Fund First Defibrillator In East Of Town - And Want To Add More Kate And Karren's New Year's Eve Chat Festive Short Story - The Christmas Goose - By Sarah English BadCo Plan Second Ball For '24 And Hope Clothing Sales Pick Up Gillingham And Shaftesbury Young Farmers Offer To Collect Christmas Tree Libby Dineley On Donhead Coaching Inns And Toll Roads View From The Hill - London New Year Visitors Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Snowdrops

On The Alfred Daily Today: MBE Honour for Long-Serving Former Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Boss 24 Hours to Choose Name for New Blockbuster-Screening Shaftesbury Cinema New Sound as Shaftesbury’s Cabin Band Rocks Shaston Club into 2024 Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz View from the Hill: Visitor from Lymington Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Meet My Pet - Benson, the Cockapoo A Wintry Walk of the Week Around Ashmore with Dave Hardiman Sunday Fitness Fun for Kids as Mini Athletics Launches at Shaftesbury Primary Shaftesbury Arts Centre Invites Artists to Enter New Spring Exhibition Karen Cole Recommends 'The Last Passenger' by Will Dean

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons After 18 Years, Shaftesbury Unique Teddy Bear Store Will Close Shaftesbury Rotary Launch Annual Easter 5k And 10k Runs Motcombe Renewable Energy Co Asked For Church Walk Lighting Solution My Favourite Tree- Stour Row Arboriculturist Nick Baxter View From The Hill- Greenwich Couple Love Shaftesbury Timelessness Christmas Window Winners ‘The Kitchen Table’ On Making The Mayor Out Of Lego 1,000 Gig Veteran To Rock ‘Two Brewers’ Into 2024 Short Story – Bah Humbug - Elaine Cadogan Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Father Jeanneau’s Stone Crosses Of Shaftesbury Best Christmas Window Winner On Making Shaftesbury’s Mayor From Lego

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On The Alfred Daily Today: TODAY: Christmas Thought From Karen Gorham, Bishop Of Sherborne Motcombe Businessman Bounces Back Following Devastating Blaze Mayoral Address - Cllr Virginia Edwyn-Jones Christmas Message – Fontmell Parish Chair: Hannah Lister Donhead St Mary Chair: John Feltham Compton Parish Chair: Trevor Clements Christmas Thought From Karen Gorham, Bishop Of Sherborne Belle Street Drama As Van Knocks Over Bollard During Gig Coping With Christmas Alone – Bill Sheriff, Jackie Demorris Christmas As A Carer - Ben from The Blackmore Vale 50 Years Of Working Christmas Day – David Griffin Shepherd at La Fleur De Lys A Deserved Day Off For Arne Fernandes At The Fontmell 24 Share Christmas Day At Donhead Community Dinner Christmas At North Dorset Women's Refuge – Sara Jacson Entertaining Cedars Residents – Dan Ellis View From The Hill – Jill And Graham From Essex Staying At The Grosvenor Rev Donna Gibbs On Juggling Services And Family Celebrations A Perfect Donhead Christmas Day – Christopher Nicholson Shaftesbury Town Silver Band And Community Choir – ‘I Saw Three Ships’  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Shaftesbury Man Finds Family on Three Continents After DNA Test Shaftesbury Rector Welcomes Pub Revellers as Midnight Mass Returns Joe Hashman’s Shaston Seasonal Reflections View From The Hill – Janice and Family from Great Yarmouth Shaftesbury’s Joanna Tucholska on Christmas Traditions in Poland“Over The Garden Fence” – Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett North Dorset Author’s Short Story: Sarah English ‘A Miracle at Christmas’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Scrutinises Persimmon's Affordable Housing Proposal For New Estate Persimmon Will Meet With Melbury Council To Discuss Estate Warning For Tisbury And Gill Train Passengers Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet: Percy Lizzard’s mini daschund, Steve Walk Of The Week - “Tess Of The Vale’ takes us to Duncliffe Hill View From The Hill - Visitors From Romsey Shaftesbury’s Shopkeepers’ Choices- Sarah Rudder Of Kitchen Table Bookshop First Christmas - Glenn Harris Of Black Cactus Cafe On ’24 Wine Bar Plans Shaftesbury Chicken Keeper- Kate Scott Shaftesbury Resident Michael Wolff On Greek Xmas From His Childhood Motcombe Cooking School Expert Laura Pope On Co-ordinating Christmas Dinner Shaftesbury Chamber Names Best Window Winners Karen Cole Reviews ‘Yule Island’ by Johana Gustawsson

 (Episode 1371) On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Want To Identify Kids Climbing Town Hall Scaffolding Shaftesbury Carnival Issue Heartfelt Tribute To Allan Franks Shaftesbury What's Ons Scaffolding Impacting Town Hall Market Footfall - Councillors Won’t Reduce Rate Tourism News - Trevor Clements Of Shaftesbury Tourism Hub Shaftesbury In Bloom Seek Winter Planter Sponsors Groundwater Flood Alert For Cranborne Chase - Grants For Flood Protection In Wilts Cllr Piers Brown Says 3-Week B3081 Closure Will Be ‘A Pain In The Bottom’ View From The Hill - Visitors From Twickenham Author Helps Inspire Would-Be Writers At Gutchpool Farm Workshop Dorset Council Backs Farming But Won’t Oppose ‘Excessive Regulation’ Shaftesbury Indies At Christmas – Willow Virginia’s Volunteers – Carole Jones At The Vale Pantry Carols – Churches Together ‘O Little Town’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Your local news   Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Pays £1M Council Tax For Policing – Council Backs Call For Full-Time Cop Coppice Street Garden Raises £400 For Charity Decorating Dunhead St. Andrew Church For Christmas And International Christening Melbury Traffic Issue Is Mainly Speeding Says New Councillor Shashton Seasonal Reflections With Joe Hashman View From The Hill Christchurch Couple Meet Relatives Celebrating Shaftesbury Independents, Golden Snowdrop First Christmas! Matt McDonald Of Hyper Gaming Christmas Tips Shaftesbury Personal Chef Philippa Davis Silent Night With Shaftesbury Community Choir Sue Morgan Weaving Wonders Out Of Springhead Willow Jackie And Jeanette Reminisce About 60s And 70s Christmas TV

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Plan To Enclose Inflatable Ferne House Tennis Court New Snowdrop Festival Drivers To Highlight Dementia Connection Police Commissioner Wants Support For Council Tax Hike Again Dorset Police Chief Constable Reveals Force Workload By Numbers First Christmas - Andrew Wood At Compton Airfield Supporting Shaftesbury Indies - Kit And Kaboodle Chatty Cafe Will Encourage Friendship In Fontmell Hope Charity Wins Shaftesbury Rotary’s Caldwell Award Daytime Dorset Council Meetings Deter Working Age Candidates -Claim Shaftesbury Community Choir -Joy To The World Lyndhurst Man Makes Weekly Trip To Shaftesbury Country Market- ‘The Best’ Festive Family Fun At Madjeston Christmas Abroad - Germany With Assistant Town Clerk Billie Maddocks Poem - ‘Christmas Is Coming’ Marigold Rumble        

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Residents Tour New Pepperell House Mental Health Facility Dorset Council To Award Special Councillors Alderman Status Motcombe Man To Run 268 Miles Along Pennines Mostly In Darkness Shaftesbury What's Ons Fears Child Could Fall Into Unguarded Hole Alongside C13 Road View From The Hill - Battersea Regular First Christmas - Nick Else Hopes Harvest Hill Veg Shop Can Remain Christmas Carol- Shaftesbury Town Band Medley Rotarians Raise £938 From Bingo Dorset Coroner Seeks Next-Of-Kin Of Shaftesbury Man Choir Whose Singers Face Annual Auditions Returns To Motcombe Shopkeepers' Seasonal Suggestions - Karen King From Cranbornes Christmas In The Philippines With Estrella Hamilton From Shaftesbury

 (Episode 1367) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Council Asked To Request Full-Time Police Officer For Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's Ons Blogger Spends Night 'Stealth Camping' On Royal Chase Roundabout Planet Shaftesbury Take Stock After Council Defer Sustainability Strategy Shaftesbury School Eco Club Kids Attend COP-Style Conference Shaftesbury Shopkeepers' Seasonal Suggestions - Jenna From Acanthus First Christmas - Daniel And Juliet At Ye Olde Two Brewers Shaftesbury Chef's Christmas Tips - David Griffin-Shepherd Of La Fleur De Lys Carol From Shaftesbury Community Choir- 'O Little Town' View From The Hill - Mark From Bristol Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains - Oxfam, Weldmar, Cancer Research Soundscape - Ravens On Stoney Path By Catherine Simmonds

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Town Band Procession Marks "Beginning Of Christmas In Motcombe"  Shaftesbury What's Ons Transforming Fay Weldon's Former Shaftesbury Home  Strictly Show For Locals With 'Downs' At Christmas Ball In Motcombe Kate And Karren On Covid And Cars  View From The Hill - Gears Mill AirBnB Guests  Sunday Story - 'The Photo On The Landing'  - Christine Simms  Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Dinah's Hollow

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons No Suspicious Circumstances With Motcombe Death Open House Feeds Two Hundred At Party For Locals In Need Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Walk Of The Week - Anne Davies Takes Us To Ebbesbourne Wake View From The Hill – Memories Of The Half Moon Inn Meet My Pet – Myra McDadd And Dinah Dorset Council Reveals Neighbouring Council Partners For ‘Devolution’ Deal Shaftesbury School Students Raise £2000 For Kids With Cancer And In Ukraine Shaftesbury’s Cul-de-Sac Of Christmas Lights Roadworks This Week Christmas Carol – ‘Oh Little Town’ Shaftesbury Churches Together

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Councillors Call For New Council Houses In Housing Strategy Shaftesbury What's Ons Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Life In 1900 Ashmore Donkey Needed For Saturday's Motcombe Christmas Procession Gillingham Artisans To Sell In Shaftesbury On Sunday Winter Volunteers Welcome At Shaftesbury's Community Farm Tribute To Park Walk Jazzman Motcombe's Dorset Councillor Will Chair Dorset Council Planning Committee Tourism News - Trevor Clements At Shaftesbury TIC Coombe House Kids Swim To Raise Funds For Open House View From The Hill - Bournemouth Couple Visit For Market

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Councillor Highlights Relatives' Travel And Access Issues With Stroke Care Changes Shaftesbury What's Ons Barrier Will Narrow High Street To Improve Safety During Town Hall Works Flurry Of Late Orders Keep Shaftesbury Christmas Hamper Business Busy Seasonal Reflections - Guy's Marsh Carol From Shaftesbury's Churches Together View From The Hill - Former Moto Guzzi Rider Returns Jackie And Jeanette Remember ... Reindeer On King Alfred's Kitchen Shaftesbury Memories - Robert Mullins

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Farmer Urges Dorset Councillors to Support Farming in Upcoming Vote Torri Remembered with Health Room Launch Shaston Seasonal Reflections Wiltshire Council Childrens Services Graded Outstanding By Ofsted Pieces of Motcombe's History: A Jigsaw Gift to Complete Your Christmas Arts Centre To Launch New Films In February - Cinema Name Needed Award Nomination For Bedchester B & B Specialising In U.S Visitors Shaftesbury Concert To Debut New Carol On Sunday Shaftesbury Concert To Debut New Carol On Sunday  Garden Guru - Jan Walls On Pre-Christmas Plans Hugh Budden Plays Two Shaftesbury Blues Gigs Before Christmas

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Breast Cancer Charity Boobs To Open Shop Trader Claims Town Hall Works Discriminate Against the Disabled Residents Encouraged To Support Town Council’s Climate Emergency Plan Shaftesbury What’s On: Upcoming Events Choir Entertains Christmas Market Shoppers View From The Hill: An Amesbury Visitor's Perspective Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Funeral Details For Judith Mary Wade Joe Hashman – Before The Flyover Soundscape – Buzzards On French Mill Lane

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 (Episode 1356) On The Alfred Daily Today: Don’t Travel Through Gill Or Tisbury Stations This Week Market Organiser Says Too Many Events Are Reducing Stall Numbers Gold Hill Museum To Celebrate 70th Birthday With ‘Made In Shaftesbury’ Display Talented Young Shaftesbury Actors Perform Two Plays View From The Hill- Visitor From Frome Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Receive £1M To Tackle Homelessness Jackie And Jeanette’s Post Office Memories Liz Foster Reads –‘The Object Of My Love’ A Musical Take On ‘A Christmas Carol’ Soundscape- Bird Song At Gore Clump

On The Alfred Daily Today: Crashes Close Spreadeagle Hill And Motcombe’s ‘The Street’ Expected At Shaftesbury Funeral For Former Dorset Coroner Seasonal Reflections – Slippery At Breach Common Shopkeeper Unhappy With Pre-Christmas High Street Closure Smiles And Sparkle At Shaftesbury Christingle What’s On in Shaftesbury Original, Live Music At Shaftesbury Acoustic Café View From The Hill- Visitors From Bilbao Dorset Council Offers New Business And Community Grants Duo to Debut New Classical Music Composed in Shaftesbury From Pulling Pints to Personal Trainer: Hawkers Hill’s Female Fitness Expert Matt Boatwright’s Property Q And A Soundscape – December Birdlife In Twyford

On The Alfred Daily Today: Former TIC Will Become Pop-Up Arts Display And Base For Santa Shaftesbury What's Ons Not Home Alone This Christmas- Thanks To Donhead Resident's Offer Jan Walls' Gardening Advice Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Kathy Morgan and Joe Hashman Semley Talk - Cycle Tour Of Europe  Helps Author Beat Eating Disorder  Dr Sean Beer On The Magic Of Cranborne Chase Churches Town Council Will Bolster Neighbourhood Plan With £7K Grant Local Poetry - Summer Has Gone - By Agnes C Leets

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 (Episode 1351) On The Alfred Daily Today: Arts Centre Stage Arts Centre Stage Authentic Agatha Christie Radio plays Shaftesbury Weekend What’s Ons A Family Affair At Des And Julie’s Twyford Art Pop-Up Berwick Landscape And History Inspires Village Jeweller Eco Kids Plant Trees In Melbury Today Police Retrieve Stolen Compton Quad Bike Free Shaftesbury Parking YFC Raise Cash To Support Students Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet- Emma And Husky-Like Bjorn Walk Of The Week- Woods Near Melbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections Karen Cole Reviews Paul Cleave

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Council Warned Path Subsidence Makes Mobility Scooters ‘Tilt’ Plan To Tackle Nitrates And Septic Tanks Polluting River Nadder Shaftesbury Filmmaker Award-Nominated For Mental Health Movie Shaftesbury’s Historic Maces Will Be Displayed At British Museum Shaftesbury What’s On Shaftesbury Road Closures Botanical Candle Co Donates £1,773 To Food Bank Charity Professionals And Amateurs Picked By Arts Centre Judges For Exhibition View From The Hill – Rosie From London Alfred’s New Farm Diary Hosted by Claire Eastham From Margaret Marsh Dorset Council Drops Plan To Close Angel Lane Car Park Before Christmas Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Driver Banned After Careless Driving Causes East Knoyle Crash Late Night Shopping Proves Shaftesbury High St ‘Punches Above Its Weight’ Councillor Slates ‘Naff’ New Shaftesbury Play Area Councillor ‘Distressed’ After Council Worker Verbally Abused Shaftesbury Traffic News Seasonal Tastes And Tasteful Gifts At Semley’s Advent Fair View From The Hill – Cheltenham Couple Race Up Hill With Loaf Free Car Parking In Shaftesbury, Saturday 2nd Dec Former Shaftesbury Landlady Trisha Newell Dies Dorset Needs Truly ‘Affordable’ Homes Says Countryside Charity £10 Tables Increase Vintage, Craft & Collectables Choice At Donhead Fair French And Mindfulness Art Feature In Shaftesbury Adult Education Courses Shaftesbury Printer Wins Apprentice Of The Year St John’s Hill Closure From 11th December Jan Walls’ Gardening Shaston Seasonal Reflections

 (Episode 1346) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Cold Water Swimming At Shaftesbury Lido  Shaftesbury Weekend Events  Town Council Approves Sunday Markets - Warning, It Could Jeopardise Food Fest  French Twin Town Presents Special Book  Donhead Lad Mowing To Fund Kenya Aid Trip Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Liz Foster Reads Eunice's Little Weakness  Jo Hashman's Nature Notes Soundscape - Windy Wardour Woods View From The Hill - Lancashire Visitor Parent And Teenager Bonding Event In Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Pound Lane Bus Route Returns But No Saturday Service To Gill  Kate Adie Appointed President Of Dorset CPRE Rail Works Disrupt North Dorset Passengers Rail Company Grants For Shaftesbury Area Projects Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet- Sam From Compton’s 10 Dogs Walk Of The Week With Andrew Ebens-Melbury Hill Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole Reviews ‘What Dies Inside Us’   

 (Episode 1343) On The Alfred Daily Today: Closure Of Shaftesbury Car Park In December – Disastrous, Says Trader One-Quarter of Visitors Find Shaftesbury Abbey By Chance - Survey Home Start Blackmore Vale Extends To West Dorset Virginia’s Volunteers – Julian Prichard Of Hospital Friends Sustainable Fashion Film And Clothes Exchange In Shaftesbury, Monday Sedgehill And Semley Council Appoints Two Tree Wardens Tourism Hub Update – Trevor Clements On The End Of The AONB Shaftesbury Councillor Holds Surgery On Saturday Volunteers Create New Look For Queen Mother’s Garden Shaftesbury Road Closures What’s On for The Weekend Daily Observations From Joe Hashman Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – The Abbey Bells Story

On The Alfred Daily Today: Newcastle Hill Benches Blamed for 'Intimidating' Drug-Taking, Drunken Youths Shaftesbury's What's On Hovis Ad Man Carl Barlow's Memories – Ahead of Shaftesbury's Lights Switch-On Chamber Chair Hopes Town Will Support Shaftesbury High Street's Late-Night Shopping Fontmell's Christmas Fair Will Help Support Rescued 'Staffies' Renowned Wildlife Artist Will Reads His New Poetry in Semley Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About Wanting to Grow Up Quickly Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan's Soundscape

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 (Episode 1340) On The Alfred Daily Today: Maltings 20MPH Campaign ‘Going Backwards’ with Dorset Council Rules Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Jan Walls’ Gardening Advice Approved - Churchyard Path to Improve Motcombe Schoolkids’ Safety Everyone’s Invited to Abbey Primary Christmas Fair St James’ Church Saturday Fair Preview Shaftesbury Primary to Plant 500 Trees on Thursday View from the Hill – Guernsey Visitor Donhead Mum Puts Her Happiness First, Painting for Village Exhibition New Football Posts for Wincombe Rec 3800 Plastic Bottles ‘Saved’ Thanks to Town Centre Water Fountain Shaftesbury’s Lyon’s Walk Is Finally on the Map Walking Sticks for Christmas Gifts in Breach Common Fundraiser Jan Walls’ Gardening – The Price of Poinsettias and Plants as Presents

 (Episode 1339) On The Alfred Daily Today:   Motcombe Wine Expert Celebrates Victory in 2023 Beaujolais Run Shaftesbury Town Council Considers Making Artisan Market a Permanent Fixture Wessex Internet Team Log On And Set Up Town Tree In Superfast Time Creation Quartet To Enchant Shaftesbury with Haydn and Beethoven Charity Shop Bargains Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Flower Arranging

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury High Street Welcomes New Retro Arcade Hub Motcombe Councillor Explains The Stark Appearance Of Village Hedge Charlton's St John's Church Hosts Festive Fundraiser for Crisis Bournemouth Youth and St Peter's Choir Ring in Harmony at the Arts Centre John Cluett's Memories Of The Wartime Years In The Blackmore Vale View from the hill Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett - ‘Over the Garden Fence’. Richard Evans reads 'Happy Landings'

 (Episode 1337) On The Alfred Daily Today:

On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Woman Challenges £132 Monthly Rise In Septic Tank Bill Since September Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflection Coconut And Cotton Shop For Sale, But Only To Ethical Buyer Virginia’s Volunteers – Stuart Edwards Of The Friends Of Shaftesbury Swimming Adrian Ryder’s On Donhead’s Road Network Semley Farm Wants To Convert Barn Into School Education Centre Trevor Clements’ Tourism Update Shaftesbury Traffic News No Tree Damage From Storms On North Dorset National Trust Land

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Rival Groups Submit Plans For New Maltings Community Hall Shaftesbury Primary And Abbey School Rotorkids Unite To Tidy Town Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Traffic Shaston Seasonal Reflections New Groundwater Flood Alert For Berwick, Ashmore, Compton Music With A Message - Conor Smith’s Sixth Single Release In The Pink -Motcombe moviegoers pack hall for Barbie      

 (Episode 1334) On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Villagers Want Lights On 'Slippery' Church Walk Bid for African Beach Break with Save the Children Shaftesbury Supersized Shaftesbury Scenes to Improve Town Centre Scaffolding Site Shaftesbury What's On Hopes That MP's Ministerial Job Will Mean More Money for Dorset Council Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Roadworks Arts Centre Presents Compilation of Musical Favourites Fontmell Event Helps You Plan Your Climate Change-Resilient Garden Elaine Cadogan’s Poem – 'Grandad's Photograph'

 (Episode 1333) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury MP Becomes Local Government Minister In Reshuffle More Farm Buildings Could Become Homes In Stour Row And East Orchard Shaftesbury What’s Ons New Showroom Plan For Sherborne Causeway Caravan Dealer Professors Will Answer Dementia Questions At Motcombe Fundraiser Free Talk On Appreciating The Planets In Wednesday Astronomy Event Engineer Who Helped Build Secret Spitfires Shares Stories In Semley Garden Guru Jan Walls- Herbs View From The Hill- Bath Visitors Transform Your Sunday Cooking At Shaftesbury Talk And Demo Shaston Seasonal Reflections

 (Episode 1332) On The Alfred Daily Today: Youth Groups play Big Role in Shaftesbury 's Remembrance Day Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury's New, Innovative Book Club Merges Tradition with Technology Navigating Nature's Nuances: Tristan Gooley Guides Shaftesbury Through the Secrets of Trees Discovering the Latest Treasures at Shaftesbury's Charity Shops  91-Year-Old Shares Shaftesbury Wartime Evacuee Tales And Donates C17th Document To Museum View from The Hill – a South Korean family visit Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Roadworks Shaston Seasonal Reflection  

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2023 (Episode 1331) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Sand Play And More Exciting Zip Wire Amongst Wincombe Rec Improvements Shaftesbury What’s Ons Author Will Imagines  Saxon Shaftesbury Life In Monday Book Event Guests Take Climate Emergency Action After Melbury Campsite Stay Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Donhead’s Neville Pugh On ‘Two remarkable Royal Marine’ Relatives Shaftesbury Writer Tiggy Hayes reads ‘Red Roses’ Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ – Victoria Street Traffic And Flooding

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Dorset Council: Land Next To Maltings May Not Be Needed For By-Pass New Half Moon Manager Plans More Community Connections Unheated Open-Air Swimming Starts This Month In Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet – Angela In West Stour- And Her Dog, Cat, Tortoise And Python My Shaftesbury – Pete McDonald Talks With Margaret Cluett Walk Of The Week – Tess Of The Vale With The Magic Of Melbury Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole Reviews ‘A Third is Darkness’ by Murray Bailey

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Hotel Faces Conversion To Private Home- Airbnb And Recruitment Blamed Dorset Council Consider Historic Titles For Long Serving Councillors No Newts Yet As £38K Shaftesbury Pond Conservation Completes Wildlife, Water And The Wylye Valley As Art Couple Exhibit In Shaftesbury Four Artists Open Christmas Arts Pop-Up In Stour Row Funeral Announcement – Gordon Pike 500 Enjoy Rescheduled Shaftesbury Primary Fireworks Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman And Kathy Morgan Shaftesbury Traffic And Road Closures

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 (Episode 1326) On The Alfred Daily Today: Hospital Friends Plan Accommodation for Nurses At Pepperell House Orchestra Becomes a Symphony and Adds Top-Flight Conductor Expert on Britain's Best-Loved Birds Talks at the Grosvenor on Thursday Retrofitting Buildings Is Helping Dorset Council's Climate Goal Maltings Garden Guru Jan Wall's Weekly Advice Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections from Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan Road Closures This Week Job Vacancies: Caretaker-Type Role at Shaftesbury School / Freelance Telesales Survey Reveals High Satisfaction with Dorset Holidays

 (Episode 1325) On The Alfred Daily Today: Pepperrell House To Aid NHS Mental Health Patients Independence Shape the Future of Shaftesbury Play At Wincombe Rec's Pop-Up Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Snowdrops ‘Study Day’ To Return For 2024 Festival Mindfulness And The Milkyway At Fontmell Stargazing Night Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Area Roadworks Eco Activist Needs Help Defending Wardour Wood From Deer Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains

On The Alfred Daily Today: Great Motcombe Santa Run Welcomes Wheelchair Entrants  Shaftesbury Area CAB Volunteers Record 64% Increase In Demand Lifestyle Website No Longer Lists Shaftesbury Amongst Top Ten Dorset Towns Donhead Diary - Oboe Player Sarah Pugh Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill- Couple From Tokyo Sunday Story - 'Blossom Bakery' By Liz Foster

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On Motcombe Plants An Oak Tree To Remember James Saumarez Exceptional Shaftesbury Actor Sought To Portray Last Woman Hanged How Autism Enhances And Impedes Shaftesbury Singer Samantha’s Shows Fly-tipping: A Major Regional Crime Concern Paul Merefield’s Quiz Remember Lost Loved Ones in Shaftesbury on Sunday Meet My Pet – Renate of King Alfred's Kitchen and Her Jack Russells Walk Of The Week – Dave Ford Takes Us To West Stour Shaston Seasonal Reflections Karen Cole Reviews 'Ask for Mercy' by James Benmore

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Faces' High Risk' Budget Shortfall; Financial Strain Deepens Shaftesbury Tourism Update With Trevor Clements Shaftesbury What’s Ons Clean-Up Call: North Dorset's Push to Reduce River Pollution Pyrotechnic Pro Promises Fantastic Fireworks At Donhead Sports Club  Books And Home Baked Cakes To Fund Melbury's Holey Church Roof  Shaftesbury's New Social Cafe Chats And Breakfasts For Chaps  Virginia's Volunteers - Rob Neely Adrian’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Compton Abbas- A Dorset Village  Shaston Seasonal Reflections View From The Hill – Warminster Visitor

On The Alfred Daily Today: Up All Night – Motcombe And Donhead’s Volunteer Flood Wardens What’s Ons and Storm Closures The Shaftesbury Networking Sessions Proven To Boost Business Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s and 70s Memories – Kitchens Classic Sitcom Writer’s Comedy Comes To Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Movement Session Promises Better Balance, Fewer Falls Shaston Seasonal Reflections View from the Hill – Visitors Enthralled By Ashmore Vending Machine

On The Alfred Daily Today    Motcombe Man Gives Thousands To Village Projects After Selling Business Shaftesbury What’s Ons And Storm Ciarán Cancellations Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Shaftesbury U3A Feature Forgotten Women Of Art Shaftesbury Councillor Applauds Decision to Keep Train Ticket Offices Open Property Matters – With Shaftesbury Estate Agent Matt Boatwright Milestone Concert For Shaftesbury Singer Songwriter Ben Francis Wildlife Photographer Safari Scenes And Stories In Semley Soundscape – Shaftesbury Squirrels

On The Alfred Daily Today: Food Will Be The Focus For The New Family At Ye Olde Two Brewers Halloween Ghosts Stories- Hauntings At Royal Chase Hotel Special Awards For Shaftesbury In Bloom Supporters Chaos At Christy’s Lane Traffic Lights –Fire Crew Appeal To Keep Exit Clear Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Prepares For Storm Flood Risk Flour Power – Nick Crump Visits Michael Stoates’ Cann Mill Garden Guru Jan Walls’ Advice From The Maltings

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Coombe House Park Run Project Is Uncertain Time Out Says Shaftesbury Shop Best For Christmas Gifts Peter Stanier Highlights Mysterious Marks On Shaftesbury Buildings Shaftesbury School Wants Thought Provoking TedX Talk Hosts Shaftesbury Roadworks  - Christy’s Lane And Guy’s Marsh Closure Shaftesbury What’s Ons And Fireworks Melbury Treeplanting To Combat Climate Emergency Thousands Visit Shaftesbury’s Museums In 2023 – Goals For ‘24 Revealed Shaston Seasonal Reflections Charity Shop Bargains View From The Hill- Visitor From Wolverhampton

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Fontmell School Pupil Opens New Playground; Friendship Garden Relocated   Donhead Brigadier Neville Pugh On His Cold War Military And Diplomacy Career   Kate and Karren - Autumn Mornings, Stourhead And An Antique Scooter   Motcombe Explorer Makes Major Archaeological Discovery In Mongolia   Shaftesbury Rotary's Halloween Event Adapted Following Downpours   Sunday Short Story - Liz Fraser Reads 'Jenny And Jennifer'   Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman   Shaftesbury What's Ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Couple Who Moved To Shaftesbury’s From Brionne Celebrate 50 Years of Twinning Expert In Cranborne Chase Groundwater Flooding Hosts Q And A Meeting Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – Dale And His East Knoyle Labradors My Shaftesbury – Richard Keenleyside Talks With Margaret Cluett Walk of The Week -Dave Hardiman Leads Us Around Tollard Royal View From The Hill – Visitors From Windsor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Karen Cole’s Book Review-  The Spirit Engineer by A.J. West  

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s On Weldmar Opens Shaftesbury Charity Shop Superstore Motcombe Councillor Appeals for Foodbank Donations Shaftesbury Artist Andrea Jenkins Displays Her 50 Years of Art Motcombe Wine Expert Joins 2023 Beaujolais Run Stories and Songs Celebrate Cranborne Chase During Win Green Walk Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman View from the Hill - Family from Eastleigh

On The Alfred Daily Today: We Need To ‘Up Our Game’ For Tourists – Shaftesbury’s Mayor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Boggy Ground Fontmell Prepares For Playpark And New Friendship Garden Opening Time Saving A.I Tools Popular At Shaftesbury Business Event Visit East Knoyle To Have Your Say On Wiltshire Highway Issues Free Room Hire- In A Shaftesbury Funeral Home Jackie And Jeanette Reminisce About Old Shaftesbury, Compton, FontmellView from the Hill – Kent Couples Visit Shaftesbury

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On The Alfred Daily Today:   Motcombe Councillors Concerned Roadworks Will Lead to Rat Run Through Village St John’s Hill Road Closure Continues Wednesday Learn About Town Council Plans at Budget Presentation Tonight  Shaftesbury Witch Welcomes You to Alternative ‘Dark Arts’ Event Pigs, Dogs, and Horses ‘Race’ in Motcombe Shaftesbury What’s On Parent's Fair This Saturday: Clothing and Book Bargains Await! National Charity Donates Telescope to Shaftesbury Primary Live Musician to Enhance 101-Year-Old Horror Film in Shaftesbury View from the Hill - Visitor from Italy Maltings Gardener Jan Wall’s Weekly Advice Shaftesbury Poet Richard Foreman – ‘My Stars’ Soundscape – Blackbirds on Breach Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Chatty Café Comes to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's Ons Dorset Councillor Calls for Public Debate on Dinah's Hollow Shaftesbury Town Council Agrees on Park Bench Policy Roadworks and Road Closures This Week Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains View from the Hill – Visitor from Algiers Outgoing Two Brewers Landlord Reflects on Three Challenging Years Dorset Council Chief Wants Powers to Tackle Unruly Councillors

On The Alfred Daily Today: Brave and Determined Company Chosen as New Shaftesbury Chain Store’s Charity Partner Shaftesbury Woman Marking Dog Poo on the Pavements Sculpture Celebrating East Knoyle’s Famous Son is Unveiled Kate and Karren Chat about Odd Orange Spiders Why International Exec Ron Holland Needs to Leave DonheadConsultation on Wincombe Rec Play Park Plan  Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Richard Foreman Reads ‘Unearthing Me’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury's new car park has fewer spaces than expected Shaftesbury twenty-somethings get social with a meet-up in town tonight Lindar Hall - the community resource for the east of the town Shaftesbury Carnival addresses town councillor’s concerns about litter and road closures Meet My Pet – Ruby the Bulldog Walk of the Week – Gillingham to Breezy Ridge Paul Merefield’s Quiz Madjeston Farm Animal Park opens for Halloween fun My Shaftesbury – Jennifer Matthews Shaftesbury What’s Ons for the week ahead View From The Hill – Bournemouth Visitor Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole reviews Stigma by Jørn Lier Horst and Thomas Enger

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Environmental Award Win Boosts Business For Shaftesbury Printer Fontmell Welcomes New Villagers - Gardeners Get Free Bulbs  The Rare, Putrid Plant That’s Popped Up On Breach Common Further Discussions Before Town Council Support Climate Action Plan Charlie Greenwood - Supports Shaston Club’s Music Venue Vision Shaftesbury Roadworks For Week Ahead Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman And Kathy Morgan Funeral Arrangements - Vivien Doreen Johnson Of Motcombe Dorset Council Smart Socks Trial Could Help Residents With Dementia Developer's Gold Hill Cottage Refurb Makes National Press View From The Hill – Visitors From Pretoria Dorset And Wilts Fire Chief Responds To Misogynist Behaviour Soundscape – Tawny Owls in Breach Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today: 3,500 Dorset Homes Paused Over Pollution Rules Is 'Ridiculous', Says Planning Councillor Abbey Seeks Community Help Securing Grant For Treasured Artefact  Motcombe Residents Urged to Check Watercourses Before Storm  View From The Hill: Couple Meet On Gold Hill For First Date  Maltings Gardening Expert Jan Walls On Autumn And 'No Dig'  Book Celebrating British Mammals Features Shaftesbury Hedgehog Sign Campaign  Whale Poo's Impact: Expert to Speak at Shaftesbury Meeting  Shaston Seasonal Reflections  Shaftesbury What’s On  Soundscape: Starlings On St James' St  

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Scaffolding Will Surround Shaftesbury Town Hall - 30th October Until Spring Motcombe Councillor Says Dorset Council Is Losing Patience With Village Traffic Concerns Top Food Hygiene Scores For Virginia Haywood, Pamplemousse And Mocombe Primary Beating Anxiety With Art: How Nightime Shaftesbury Pics Have Changed Kristian's Life Shaftesbury Events Shaston Seasonal Reflections Charity Shop Bargains  Shaftesbury Twinning Celebrates 50 Years With International Concert Free Gift For Every Child On First Shaftesbury Rotary Halloween Walk

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Uncertain How Much Climate Change Response Will Cost More Helpers Needed To Assess The State Of North Dorset Hedgerows Shaftesbury Man Moves To Ukrainian Fighting Frontline To Help Save Lives Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Donhead Man's Journey From Childhood Fascination To Part-Owning Racehorses Sunday Short Story - ‘The Waterfall’ By Liz Foster View From The Hill- Visitors’ Views

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury Town Council to Vote on Extensive Climate Emergency Response Plan Dorset Police Seek Horse Riders to Aid in Reducing Village Crime Special Surprise for Kyiv Ballet Dancer after Successful Shaftesbury Visit Shaftesbury Expert Hosts Fontmell Event Discussing Mysteries of Stonehenge My Shaftesbury – Magali from Enmore Green Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaftesbury Funeral Director Initiates Christmas Toy Drive for Dorchester Hospital View from the Hill - Conor from Berkeley, California Meet My Pet - Diana and Smudge Shaston Seasonal Reflections - French Beans in St James' Alfred Starts Airing Death Announcements Karen Cole Reviews 'The Opposite of Lonely' by Doug Johnstone

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Dorset Council explores devolution talks with neighbouring authorities Dorset Council chairman addresses 'dreadful events' in the Middle East Shaston seasonal reflections View from the Hill: A visitor from Toronto In memoriam: Patricia Staveley of Shaftesbury Road traffic collision blocks Motcombe Hollow Shaftesbury's antiques expert Matthew Lacey hosts 'Antiques Roadshow' style event Cranborne Chase Astronomy Group aligns closer with neighbouring clubs Jenny Merefeld - Almost 40 years of serving Shaftesbury's scouting movement Adrian Ryder shares Compton Abbas' historical insights from his Bell St bookshelf

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Pedestrian Injured in Two-Car Collision Near Shaftesbury Primary School Shaftesbury Events Roundup Dorset Council's Software Triumph: Home Care Wait Reduced to 4 Days from 28 Shaftesbury Arts Centre Showcases Landscape Lino Prints and Children’s Story Extracts Ludwell Pub & Butcher Seek Compensation from Utility Company SSEN Jeanette Recalls 1960s and 1970s Shaftesbury Pub Fare The Times’ Walking Correspondent to Share Tales in Semley View from the Hill: Visitor from Chichester

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury Chamber Relaunches With New Website, New Vision Your Views Wanted on St James's 'Ski Slope' Path Director Promises Laughs at Shaftesbury's Wyrd Sisters Production Shaftesbury What's On Matt Boatwright's Property Matters: Privacy Versus Online Floor Plans No Main Gas? Dorset Council Home Energy Grants May Be Available View from the Hill: Visitors from Bergen South Western Back on Track with New Gillingham and Tisbury Timetables Parish Council Praises 'Vital' Motcombe Shop Soundscape: Bees on a Breach Lane Ivy Tree

On The Alfred Daily Today: How Maltings Residents' Encouragement Helped a Local Mum with PTSD Shaftesbury What's Ons Legal Action Threat if Dorset Council Awards Section 106 Funds to Town Council Mampitts Hub Maltings Gardener Jan Walls on the Magic of Early Morning Cobwebs Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Stunning Autumn Sunsets Celebration Planned for Fifty Years of East Stour Village Hall View from the Hill – Hayling Island Visitors Melbury Councillor Praises Compton Airfield's Efforts with Community Engagement

On The Alfred Daily Today: Over 200 Runners Take Part In Final 10K From Shaftesbury School New Apple Peel Record Set As Shaftesbury Celebrates Apple Day Enjoy Dinner With Award-Winner Wildlife Photographer In Shaftesbury Four Shaftesbury Planning Applications Go To Appeal Including Cann Housing Estate Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Poetry – Marigold Rumble And ‘The Cathedral’ Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Soundscape- Blackbird on Breach Lane  

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Ska Band Boosts Shaston Club's Music Venue Ambitions E-Scooters Could Be Confiscated, Dorset Police Commissioner Warns Dutch Rotarians Join Shaftesbury Counterparts for Cultural Exchange Weekend Sold Out Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan Rachel Diment - Ivy Appeals to Pollinators on Shooters Lane Karren and Kate Chat 'Over the Garden Fence' 450 Revellers Celebrate Oktoberfest in Pop-Up 'Bierkeller' at Barton Hill Sunday Short Story – Sarah English Reads 'The Stray'

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On The Alfred Daily Today:    Shaftesbury What's On Town Council Opposes Retirement Flats Next to Lidl Dorset Council Invests £350K in Improving Rural Mobile and Digital Access New Government Planning Rules Won't Delay Dorset Local Plan Further Shaftesbury Acoustic Night to Pay Tribute to Garrie Todd Shaftesbury Town Clerk Is a Finalist in 'Town Clerk of the Year' Matt Boatwright's Property Matters: Will No Bath or Public Path Affect Your Home Value? View from the Hill: Visitors from Bromsgrove Folk Song, Morris Dancing and Mulled Cider: Sunday Is Shaftesbury's Apple Day Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Celebrates Ukrainian Friendships At Kyiv Ballet Welcome Event Shaftesbury Primary Starts Junior Rotary Club Dorset Police Commissioner To Raise Shaftesbury Crime Issues With Chief Constable Up To £5000 Grants Available For Shaftesbury Area Teenager Projects View From The Hill – Frome Visitor Isn’t Impressed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections French Onion Seller Returns This Weekend Anne Philpott's Poetry Inspired By Fontmell Down

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Dorset Council's Claim That Police Wouldn't Support 20 MPH in Fontmell 'Wasn't True' Macmillan Raises Cash with Cakes at Shaftesbury and Fontmell Events Forthcoming Road Closures: Dinah's Hollow, St John's Hill, Angel Lane 400 Species 'Extinct' in Dorset - Wildlife Trust Wants Cleaner Water and Climate Action Saturday in Shaftesbury: Learn and Perform a Choral Piece in One Day Guy's Marsh Prison Rated 'Of Concern,' but Friends' Charity Is Supporting Change View from the Hill: Utrecht Visitors Charity Shop Bargains This Week Soundscape: Munching Heifers in Donhead

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Celebrating The Success Of Shaftesbury Carnival 2023 Shaftesbury Refugee Group Hosts Kiev City Ballet For Cultural Dialogue Amid Conflict Shaftesbury In Bloom Takes Gold, Record Number Of Awards And Mental Health Honour Firefighters In Shaftesbury Raise Over £1,100 For Charities With Car Wash View From The Hill - Maria from Bournemouth Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Kate and Karren - On Spiders And Ice Cream Flavours Ann Brooks Reads Her Story 'A New Beginning'

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Witness Sought After Man Dies In Collision With Tractor On B3092 St James’ Drivers Warned Of Day-Long Parking Restriction That ‘Seems Like Overkill’ Fontmell Councillor Says Planning Refusal Of Mill Street Estate Is ‘Great News’ Paul Merefield’s Quiz Shaftesbury What’s Ons Capturing France, Fonthill And Donhead With Vibrant Colours – Laurence Pollard Exhibits Walk Of The Week- Helen English Takes Us To The Trailway And The Stour Meet My Pet – Jessica And Tia, Her Chihuahua Pomeranian cross Gold Hill 10k Return To Support Teenagers Scouting Adventures View From The Hill- Sheila From Harrogate Karen Cole Reviews – ‘The Traitor’ By Eva Glass

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Ye Olde Brewers Landlord Over Camra Good Pub Guide Entry Businesses Show The Value Of Networking At First Wincombe Centre Meet-Up Shaftesbury Independent High Street Retailers Welcome Arrival Of Discount Chain Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Adrian Ryder On The Vicar Who Changed The Face Of East Stour Five Comics Are Coming To Shaftesbury Arts Centre – More Stand-Up Nights May Follow

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Charity Hope To Transform Vacant Shaftesbury TIC into Mental Health Hub The Original Factory Shop Will Open In Shaftesbury's Former M&Co Seeds Of Success - Higher Coombe Wildflower Seed Seller Chris Bright Fontmell Musical Therapy Sessions Offer Emotional Support and Respite From Navy Uniforms to Vintage Threads: Jenny Morisetti's Mission For Sustainable Fashion in Shaftesbury Jackie And Jeanette on Shaftesbury Carnival's Celebrity Football in 1977 Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Men Arrested After Drone Found Near Guys Marsh Barn Conversion Withdrawn After Fontmell Council Opposes Plan Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections Why Shaftesbury Abbey Was Razed But Romsey's Still Stands – Professor Previews Talk Antique Natters – Bob Morgan on Celebrity Shoppers in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Property Matters with Matt Boatwright – Outdoor Buildings Add Value View from the Hill – Visitors from Perth, Scotland The Fastest Thing Alive: Jack Lewis Shows Us His Peregrine Falcon

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Unlikely to Go 'Bankrupt' Like Birmingham Council Councillor Shares Impact of Affordable Home Shortage on Dorset Residents Meet Michael Clark, Ludwell's New Landlord Shaftesbury What's On Abbey Event: The Story of Queen Matilda, Cranborne Chase Owner Shaftesbury Printer's £3.5M Sustainability Investment Boosts Business Jan Walls' Gardening – Hanging Baskets at Pubs and on The Maltings John Parker Celebrates the Beauty of Breach Common Love – Poetry from Shaftesbury Writer Marigold Rumble Shaston Seasonal Reflections View from the Hill – Midsomer Norton Visitor Loves Our High Street

On The Alfred Daily Today: 2024 Airshow Attracting 10,000 Planned for Compton and Spitfire Flights Doubled Shaftesbury Arts Centre Latest Business Considering Going Cash-Free View from the Hill – Isle of Wight Resident Rates Shaftesbury Phil Proctor Takes Us to Shaftesbury's Oldest Building, Edwardstowe Charity Shop Bargains – Oxfam, Weldmar, Cancer Research Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury Travel News and Road Closures Famous Names Share Thoughts on Lockdown for Semley Book Talk More Tree Planting Sites Wanted After Successful Wardour and Lower Coombe Campaign Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Shaftesbury Oktoberfest Organiser Promises Authentic Event Shaftesbury What's Ons Award-Winning Folk Singer to Play Shaftesbury in October Kate and Karen Chat 'Over the Garden Fence' – Buying Wellies Donhead's Theatre Company Stage Show for Gardening Fans Windscreen Vandalised in The Maltings Sunday Short Story – Elaine Cadogan Reads 'The Move' Damage to Cann War Memorial View from the Hill – Visitors from The Hague

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On and Carnival Events Meet My Pet: Clare from 'Over the Top' and Darcy My Shaftesbury: Why Marion Gray Loves Our Town Volunteering in a Vineyard: Meet the Melbury Grape Harvesting Helpers Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole Reviews 'The Turnglass' by Gareth Rubin Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Coastal Pollution Concerns Block Blackmore Rd Disability-Friendly Home Mayor Claims Shaftesbury's Dorset Councillor Is 'Missing in Action' Wiltshire Council Work to Add EV Chargers Where Commercial Companies Won't Shaston Seasonal Reflections

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Fire Crew Attend One-Vehicle Collision on Zig Zag Hill Town Council Debate on Old TIC Rejected as It's Dorset Council's Building New Benches for Bury Litton Town Will Fund Lyons Walk Signs Despite Claims It's Dorset Council's Duty Park Walk Pothole Fix Approved Pop Out for a Pint at Stour Row's Pop-Up Pub Real Shaftesbury People and Places Feature in Local Author's New Novel View from the Hill: Visitors from Christchurch, New Zealand Virginia's Volunteers: Becky Russell and Roxanne Gale of Shaftesbury Charity Boobs 40 Stalls Expected at 1st October Harvest Market Tourism News with Trevor Clements Christian Aid Harvest Lunch Will Fundraise for Libyan Flood Victims

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Proposed Fontmell Mobile Mast Would 'Stick Out Like a Candelabra on a Dinner Table' Spreading Ash Dieback Puts Town Council Over Treecare Budget Motcombe Councillor's Goal: Football Posts on Village Hall Field Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What's Ons View from the Hill: Visitor from Corfe Mullen All You Need to Know About Shaftesbury Carnival 2023 – With Chairman Rich Mullins Tour Shaftesbury's Greenest Homes This Weekend Jackie and Jeanette Discuss School Buildings – and a '60s Drama in Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: £4M Spend Could Make the Stour Cleaner Town Council Reveals Cost of Evicting Man in Caravan from Barton Hill Coombe House Finances on Track as Expansion Plan Is Shared 90-Year-Old GI Bride Returns to Shaftesbury from Michigan to Scatter Husband's Ashes Shaftesbury What's On Locals Can Invest in Community Scheme Planning Shaftesbury School Solar Panels Shaston Seasonal Reflections New Sound for Cabin Band at Saturday's Gig for Reach Charity Semley Quiz Nights Relaunch Following Village WI's Demise Breezy Ridge Not Closing, Just Changing Focus View from the Hill: Friends from Brazil Visit Abbey Matt Boatwright's Property Matters: House Viewers Reject Haunted Homes

On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Enquiries Continue After Man Pushed Through Window In Shaftesbury Town Centre Tyres Slashes On Greenacre Way – Police Can’t Find Record Of Resident’s Report St James Cottage Structurally Sound After Hit And Run Collision Dorset Council Check Buildings For RACC Concrete Fontmell Residents Plan Unexpected Move Of Friendship Garden Meet The Neighbours In Enmore Green Monthly Talks Shaftesbury Lido – The Open Air pool Where Swimmers Find New Pals Different Every Time – Why Belle Street’s Musical Is Worth Another View in Donhead Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections

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On The Alfred Daily Today: New Pop-Up Gallery to Open In Vacant Gold Hill Shop Motcombe Primary Keeps 'Good' Rating; Leadership Changes Dorset Police Advise on Car Seat Safety In Shaftesbury Supermarket Car Park Joe Hashman And His Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Spiders Pub Quiz Questions With Paul Merefield My Shaftesbury - Kim Meet My Pet - Robin Miller's Korat Cat Walk Of The Week - Chettle And Tarrants View From The Hill: Friends From Kidderminster Visit Shaftesbury Karen Cole Reviews 'The Black' By Jane Johnson

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Gallery Marks First Decade as Town Hailed 'Centre of Excellence in Art' Shaftesbury Area Underrepresented in Dorset Climate Change Summit Hopes that New Car Park Will Open Before Angel Lane's Day-Long Closure on 26th Shaftesbury Jobs: Hospital and Hardly Lodge Ludwell Butchers Surprised to Make Times Newspaper's Top 50 Bakers Roll on the Dark Nights! Shaftesbury Area Astronomers Start Winter Programme Ford Anglias and Midland Bank Memories - Jackie and Jeanette Remember Shaftesbury Climate Campaigners Urge Dorset Council to Push for Solar Panels After County's COP Convention Two-Day Shaftesbury Event Will Train Mental Health First-Aiders

On The Alfred Daily Today: Firecrew from Shaftesbury and Poole Rescue Woman From Pine Walk Slope Maltings Woman Questions Police Response After Attempted Car Theft Is Caught On CCTV Councillor Hopes Nadder Valley Energy's Eco Measures Will Inspire Plan For Motcombe Extra £10 Million for Wiltshire Road Maintenance Will Include Rural Roads Shaftesbury Ranks 69th in Which? List of Best UK Inland Towns  You'll Win Prizes With Carnival Window Contest - But Shops Need To Respond Now Shaftesbury Town Council Expands Seats, Encourages New Candidates for Improved Representation Jon Stanley's West Melbury Farming Diary Why They Were Surveying Gold Hill On Tuesday View From The Hill - Shaftesbury Is Hampshire Visitor's Birthday Treat Shaftesbury What's Ons

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On The Alfred Daily Today:  2024 Shaftesbury Snowdrops - A New, Gold Hill Bulb And More Community Events Junior Rotary Extends To Shaftesbury Primary Shaftesbury Rotary Plan Halloween Family Walk Forty Cyclists Remember Mary Emerson-Reed, Riding To Her a Favourite Café Market Organiser Explains Halved Stall Numbers But Traders Say They’re Happy Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Fives Fest Raises Over £7K For Fontmell Under-Fives Shaston Seasonal Reflections Barnard’s Castle Visitors Love Shaftesbury Views Calves Lane Road Closure Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Father And Son Finish Great North Run Together

On The Alfred Daily Today: Frustration Mounts Over Dorset Planning Delays Results In 'Anarchy'" Melbury Council Told Shaftesbury What's On Donhead Tennis Club Set for Expansion with New Floodlighting, Says Vice-Chairman Dive into Chinese Culture and Human Rights At Author Talk In Semley Neighbours Kate And Karren – On The Challenge Of Cashless Society Visitors From Rotterdam Area Rate Shaftesbury Louella Harmer Reads 'Be True To Yourself.'

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On The Alfred Daily Today:    Leaflets Promote Shaftesbury To Train Travellers And Celebrate Cycling Shaftesbury Tourism Hub News With Trevor Clements Dorset Police Hire Officer To Focus On Fraud Wiltshire Community Energy Company Will Show What’s Possible In  Motcombe Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Group Will Motivate And Inspire Shaftesbury’s Creative Writers Shaftesbury What’s On Carnival Chairman Rich Mullins On Volunteers’ Preparations For 30th Sept Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Shaftesbury Of 1837 Shaftesbury Poet Agnes Leets ‘To My Patient’ Soundscape – Buzzards Above Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Churchill Residents Raise Hardy Lodge Issues At Christy’s Lane Retirement Flats Consultation Shaftesbury Ladies FC Manager Hopes Town Will Support Sunday’s FA Cup Match Dorset Council ‘Disingenuous’ Over Lyons Walk Signs – Breach Common Signs On Hold Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About The Western Gazette In the 60s And 70s Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Thatched Homes Trish Lever Remembers First German Twinning Trip And Herr Hoeller East Knoyle Artist Will Unveil Sculpture For Christopher Wren Shaftesbury Business Awards Back For ‘34 Motcombe’s New Reverend Will Ride And Stride This Weekend Shaston Seasonal Reflections- Nature Notes With Joe Hashman

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Ian Gale Retires from Squires After Twenty Years And Shares His Shopping Advice Richard Thomas Shaftesbury Memories- What Went Wrong With The High Street Re-Design Shaftesbury Food Events – Weaning Workshop And Chef Celebrates Salt In Grosvenor Talk Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Kate And Karren Chat – Classic Cars And A Sneak Peek Inside The Old HSBC Donhead Diary – Forester Landlord On Pub Changes And His Gold Hill Gaffe View From The Hill – London Family Love Shaftesbury’s Nature Shaftesbury What’s Ons Consultation Event Will Discuss Planned Fontmell Estate Sunday Story – Liz Foster Reads ‘Helter Skelter’

On The Alfred Daily Today: Homeless Man Evicted from Barton Hill Car Park Mampitts Community Building Plans Unveiled Water Leaks Around Guys Marsh Addressed Shaston Seasonal Reflections- Win Green Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz Kyiv City Ballet Coming to Shaftesbury and North Dorset Meet My Pet: Eve Stone and Archie View from the Hill – Friends from Cologne Walk of the Week with Anne Davies- Wardour to Donhead St Andrew Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole Reviews 'Someone Like' by Awais Khan

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On The Alfred Daily Today:    Churchill Plans More Shaftesbury Retirement Housing But The Location Is Controversial | Shaftesbury What's Ons | Shaftesbury's Last-Minute Ticket-Buying Culture Is Jeopardising Arts Centre Show | Great Parents Needed To Support New Mums And Dads In Shaftesbury Area | See 'The Real Shaftesbury' At Arts Centre Exhibition With Rob Adams | Matt Boatwright's Property Matters - EV Chargers And Selling A Fallout Shelter! | Shaston Seasonal Reflections | View From The Hill- Visitor From Ely, Cambs

On The Alfred Daily Today:   'Two Brewers' Landlord 'Sad To Leave' But Staying Would Lead To 'Massive' Debt North Dorset Tourism: New Videos Praised, But Dorset Council Chair Wants "Shocking" Signs Removed Saxon Or Vikings - Which Will You Choose On Sunday At Shaftesbury Abbey? View From The Hill. Alan ​And ​Claire ​From ​Winchester Enjoyed Our Abbey Chicken Rescue UK Recruiting Shaftesbury Supporters Ahead Of September 'Re-homing' Nature Observations With Kathy ​Morgan, ​Sarah ​English And​ Joe ​Hashman Charlie Farran Brings Seven Decades of Blues to Donhead St. Andrew Last Chance to Learn with Shaftesbury's Bridge Masters TV Chef Lesley Waters' Tips For Shaftesbury's Blackberry Bounty ​Shaftesbury Poet Marigold Rumble Reads 'Dream Team'

On The Alfred Daily Today: Thirteen-Year-Old Punch and Judy Man Entertains the Crowds at Donhead Fête Burnt Toast and Unattended Bonfire Keep Shaftesbury Fire Crew Busy on Bank Holiday Motcombe Wine Expert 'Denied Boarding' Endures 3-Day Journey from Lisbon to London The Shaftesbury Man Putting Dorset Dialect on T-Shirts Fontmell's Folk Music Man Tim Laycock Previews Performance with Nick Crump Shaftesbury What's On Help Shape Shaftesbury's Future – Event Will Encourage Locals to Stand for Council Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury Firecrew Rescue Horse From River Stour  All The Fun Of Fives Fest – Sunday’s Gasgoigne’s Lane Event Family Fun With The Animals At Madjeston Milk Station Shaftesbury What’s Ons History Expert Praises Shaftesbury Author’s Abbey-Set Novel Bingo Fundraiser For Brothers Who Lost Everything In Caravan Blaze Ludwell Mindfulness Talk From Buddhist Tutor With 50 Years’ Experience Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman And Kathy Taylor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains

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On The Alfred Daily Today: 'Better than counselling' Berwick festival boosts ex-services' mental health Blackmore Vale GPs Intend To Sell Frontmell Surgery Meet My Pet - Winston, St James' Cockapoo Walk of the Week- Shermel Gate And Sixpenny Handley Paul Merefields Pub Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections  Shaftesbury What's Ons Karen Coles' Book Review - The Silent Man by David Fennell

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Semley And Donhead St Mary Councils Oppose Barn Conversion For Business Use Gold Hill Museum Plans New Shop And Considers Houses Town's Historic Maces MP Praises Shaftesbury FC's Youth Work And Presents £1K Cheque From Persimmon Free Fontmell Down Walk Seeking Out Late Flowering Summer Plants View From The Hill - Family From New Milton And Hertford Meet On The Gold Hill Virginia Edwyn-Jones' Volunteers - Julia Markus And Murray Walker of Read Easy Shaftesbury Tourism Information Hub News With Trevor Clements - A Cheap Family Day Out Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf- Fontmell's Brewery

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On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury What's On Life as the Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilot – Shaftesbury Resident Hannah Nobbs Cyclists to Celebrate Mary Emerson-Reed's Life, Riding to Her Favourite Café French Mill Lane Closed for Emergency Repairs Lifetime Achievement Award for Shaftesbury Cricket Legend Terry Warder Motcombe Not-for-Profit Wellness Retreat Opens with Cold Water Therapy Sessions View from the Hill – Verwood Visitors Staying at Holyrood Campsite Kate and Karren Chat over the Garden Fence Nature Notes – Joe Hashman Sunday Short Story – Sarah English Reads 'Night Fright'

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On The Alfred Daily Today:  Sadness After Shaftesbury Church Is Burgled- Again Shaftesbury School Head Reacts To ‘A’ Level Results Pound Lane Closure On 31st August Meet The Volunteers Driving Shaftesbury’s Car Link Read Easy North Dorset Appeal For Tutors And Adult Literacy Students Tourism News From Trevor Clemence At The Tourist Info Hub Shaston Season Reflections Shaftesbury Weekend What’s Ons Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Fontmell Stories

On The Alfred Daily Today:    Today on our Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Special: - Show Secretary: Nick Hill - Businesses: Jim Highnam, MD of BV Dairy - MP: Simon Hoare - Nicky Scourse of the Tweed Boutique, Cann - Most Unusual Food: Ooomami of Bournemouth's Deep Fried Ravioli - Ben Coombes of Dorset SAR Search and Rescue - Fun Food and Farming Marquee with Lucy Peck - Joint Master of South Down Bloodhounds: Jeremy Whaley talks with Kathy Morgan - Lily Smith and Her Rare Breed Pigs - Pauline Griffiths, Rabbit Expert - Bee Keeper: Claire Commons - Simon Ledger, Ring Commentator - Shepherd Hut Owner: Hamish Goddard - Kipling Carnival Club's Jenny Merefield Also today: - Shaston Seasonal Reflections: Natures Notes with Joe Hashman and Sarah English - Textile Artists from Across the West Exhibit in Shaftesbury - View from the Hill: Visitor from Turin

On The Alfred Daily Today:   own Council Discuss Complaint About Caravan Parked At Barton Hill From Rollercoasters To Rolling Hills - North Dorset Painter Who Designed Alton Towers Rides Supporting New Estate Plans Could Protect West Street Fields, Say Fontmell Council Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Elderberries And Dragonflies Inspector Sacked -Shaftesbury Residents Told Dorset Police Won't Tolerate Misogyny, Racism And Homophobia Dorset And Wiltshire Fire Call Outs Increase But Response Time Shortens Contest Could Bring Cash Before Christmas For Shaftesbury's Best Artists Welsh Seaside Visitor Shares Opinion Of Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today:  All Change at Fontmell’s Shop - A Service That’s More Secure After Locals Bought the Building. Former Gill and Shaftesbury Showman Sam Braddick Reflects on 70 Years of Attendance. Bach to Brazil – Emily Burridge Previews Her Donhead Cello Concert. Huge Surprise for Shaftesbury Town Band Musician Playing at Salisbury Cathedral Organ. Annabel Turner celebrates one of St James's impressive outdoor spaces. Five Days from Script to Show as Shaftesbury Kids Host Second 'Musical in a Week'. Shaftesbury What’s On.

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Commissioner Says His Changes Brought Huge Decline in Rural Crime Costs Shaftesbury What's Ons The Best of Melbury and Cann's Producers on Display Today Margaret Millward on Thirty Years Arranging the Horse Section of Gill & Shaftesbury Show Meet My Pet – Mischief the Cat of Great Lane Walk of the Week with Dave Hardiman – Old Wardour Castle My Shaftesbury Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole’s Book Review: ‘Death of a Lesser God’ Soundscape – Jackdaws on Park Walk Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Flowers on Ye Olde Two Brewers' Wall View from the Hill - Dartford Visitors  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Diversion Routes Queried After St James’ Locals Sent Through Stur To Reach Shaftesbury YFC Celebrates 90 Years of Sharing Former Members’ Memories Shaftesbury Charity Appeals For Help In Finding Mental Health Grants Compare Today’s Shaftesbury With The Past Using New Town Walking Guide Booklover Wanted To Help Manage Shaftesbury Oxfam New ‘Crowdpuller’ Sheep Shearing Challenge For Gill And Shaftesbury Show View From The Hill – Russian Visitor Dislikes Our Fish ‘n’ Chips Shaftesbury What’s On One Year Of Encouraging And Support Musicians At Monthly Melbury Meet-Up Poem – Enmore Green Wassailing Read By John Cluett Soundscape- Bumble Bees On Breach Lane By Nick Crump

On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Offers Site For New Melbury Abbas Village Hall Wallpaper Mag Founder Opens Home Style Store In Semley – Names Range After Village Shaftesbury Hospital Is ‘Thriving’ Says Matron  But Staffing Needs Creative Solution Town Council Discuss Refurbishment Of The Mitre Inn Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Signs Of Autumn In Shaftesbury My Shaftesbury- Sophie Lester From The Arts Centre View From The Hill- Visitor From Milan Charity Shop Bargains This Week From Oxfam And Cancer Research Shaftesbury What’s Ons Memories Of Swans Trust- Tamara Essex Soundscape- Swallows At Breach Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury Mayor Puts Developers on Notice over Enmore Court Home Designs Maltings Resident Pleased with Council Response to Water Pooling on Path Council Asked to Move Bimport Parking for Improved Safety Dorset Council Residents Urged to Verify Electoral Register Details via Email Shaftesbury Runner Joph Heap Plans His Second Marathon in Six Months Cheshire Visitor Loves Our Town New Chairwoman Nicky Gill Plans to Increase Motcombe Film Audiences Pining for the Past - Antique Natters with Pete Edwards Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Each Shaftesbury Town Council Grant Applicant Will Get Money – Councillor Objects to Hospital Friends Bid Fontmell Magna's Pub Reopened By Couple Who First Met There New Fruit & Veg Store Opening on Shaftesbury High Street This Week  Dorset Council Urged To Add Drop-Down Curbs To Help Shaftesbury Chair Users Shaftesbury Gardening With Annabel Turner – The Library Sensory Garden Four Workshop Sessions Where Shaftesbury Kids Can Learn New Craft Skills Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Visitor From Hunter Valley, Australia Timmy Mallett Tells St Edwards Story At Shaftesbury Abbey Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Bowls Club Plan Holiday Fun For Kids

On The Alfred Daily Today: Carnival Volunteers Respond To Crash On Christy’s Lane Classic Car Show Receives Generous Boost Amidst COVID Comeback Sparks Fly Over 'Blind Copy' Email Debate in Shaftesbury Town Council What’s Ons For Tuesday And The Week Ahead Motcombe Professor Sheds Light on Prison Nursing & Dementia Care Bournemouth Artists Swap Seaside for Shaftesbury: 'Everyday' Inspires Unique Exhibition View From The Hill – Berkshire Visitors Brave The Rain Shaston Seasonal Reflections From  Sewing Ideas, Trees to Sculptures: Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Soundscape- Dogs Cooling Off In Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Deputy Mayor Amused As National Paper Places Shaftesbury By The Sea Police Witness Appeal After Car Collides With Wall Near Udder Farm Shop The Shaftesbury Man You’ve Seen On Top TV Shows As An ‘Extra’ Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Shaftesbury Short Story- Richard Foreman Reads ‘The Royal Wave’ Shaftesbury Wellness Summer Season Ends But Will Return In ‘24 Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflection Lynda Appleby Learns A New Approach For Donhead St Andrew’s Fete View From The Hill- 95-Year-Old Woman Travels From Arizona To See Gold Hill

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On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury Street Resurfacing Suspended After Alleged Attack On Roadworkers  Shaftesbury Pedestrianisation Proposals Delayed But Still Progressing Shaftesbury Man Will Walk Forty Miles In A Day In Memory Of Schoolmate News From Trevor Clements At Shaftesbury Tourism Hub Celebrating Shaftesbury Brings Positive Response For Councillor The Farmer Who Put Motcombe On The Map - Adrian Ryder's Bookshelf Forty Cars Already Booked For Ray Humphries Classic Car Show On Sunday Folk Singer Anna Tam Returns To Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Couple From Leipzig  

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On The Alfred Daily Today:  Councillor Says Ratepayer-Funded Grants For Shaftesbury Good Causes Are 'A' Joke Shaftesbury Man 'Relieved' To Be Home After Evacuation From Wildfire-Ravaged Rhodes Vintage Tractors Trek From Motcombe To Mere And Back This Sunday Dorset Council Has Drifted £10M Off-Budget In The Last Three Months Colourful New Addition To Sunday's Shaftesbury Wellbeing Fair 10 am-5 pm at Shaftesbury Town Hall on Sunday. Motcombe Matters: Meet The Deputy Manager At Motcombe Grange Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Hazel And Wasps View From The Hill - Former Finnish MEP And MP Visits Shaftesbury Changes On The High Street Hugh Notley Previews 'Fleabag' At The Arts Centre

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Warned Shaftesbury Car Park Charges May Rise After Weymouth Protest Landlord Says Lack Of Gillingham Transport Links Need Addressing For Next Fringe Seen ‘The Sixth Commandment?’ Meet The Shaftesbury Woman Who Promoted The Show How Shaftesbury’s Slopes Inspired The Animated BFG Movie Travel Author Shares Stories Of Death Around The World At Semley Talk Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Mental Health Website Saved Huge Response To Shaftesbury Cinema Survey Following Alfred Broadcast Brothers Who ‘Lost Everything’ In Caravan Fire ‘Overwhelmed By Clothes Donations Shaftesbury Traffic – Fontmell Closure And Stur Works Postponed View From The Hill – Daventry Campers Arts And Gardening Books New In At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Soundscape – Hedgehogs On Haimes Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Mitre Inn Staff Praised For Their Rapid Response By Shaftesbury Fire Station Boss Edible Eble – Discover Produce On Our Doorstep With A Bus Ride From Shaftesbury Motcombe Councillor Wants To Reinstate 'Threadbare' Hedge And Remove Ragwort Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains – Bargains For Homemakers And Opera Buffs Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Swiss Chard At Yeatmans Close Councillor Fears Damage Now Extra-Long HGVs Are Allowed On Dorset Lanes Shaftesbury Area Road Closure - Foyle Hill, Semley And Fontmell Weymouth Visitors Say Shaftesbury Isn't "Fuddy Duddy" As They'd Imagined September's Carnival Plans Progress But Social Media Comments Have Caused Upset West Melbury Farmer Jon Stanley – Dealing With Both The Heatwave And Flooding Soundscape - Swans Eating Pond Weed At Melbury Mill Pond Shaftesbury Poet Marigold Rumble reads 'Minimal to Crotchety'

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury New Music Event Fives Fest Could Become an Annual Show" High Street Closed As Fire Crew Attend The Mitre Inn Bob Shearn On The Former Cann Pub He Turned Into a Recording Studio Kate And Karren Chat 'Over the Garden Fence' Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury Jolliest Band Entertain Ugly Duckling Diners With Ukulele Favorites Shaftesbury's Astronomy Club Plan Pub Quiz All About Stars And Planets Sunday Short Story – Time and Tide By Sarah English Soundscape - Long-tailed Tits In Fontmell By Nick Crump

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Will Decide Future Of Motcombe Stone Cutting Business On Tuesday Love Stories – Writer To Reveal Humorous Side Of Romance At King Alfred’s Kitchen Shaftesbury What’s Ons Meet My Pet – Ruth And Her Romanian Rescue Dog Walk Of The Week – Dave Ford On A Trek Around Ashmore Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz My Shaftesbury – Deputy Mayor Andy Hollingshead On Why He Loves Our Town Kate Scott’s Shaftesbury Chicken Chat Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Fascination’ by Essie Fox

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Councillor Warns Tisbury And Gill Station Downgrade Will Be Worse Than First Thought Tourism News with Trevor Clements Graffiti Expert Gives His Verdict On New Art Under A30 Flyover Resident Withdraws Offer To Give Abbey School Free Car Parking Migrants' Situation And Contribution Recognised As Dorset Councillors Object To Asylum Barge Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Exhibition Of Friends' Work Inspired By Dorset Hills, Coast And Trees Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf- History Of Melbury Abbas

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Kiev City Ballet To Visit Shaftesbury – Thanks To Our Refugee Group Motcombe, Melbury And Shaftesbury Councillors To Call For A30 Safety Measures The Tree That Serves As Tribute To Shaftesbury’s Ivan Hayter Crime Commissioner To Tackle Retail Theft - Shaftesbury Traders Unimpressed With Police Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Orchestra’s Uplifting Concert Will Remember Mary Overnight Van Break-Ins Reported In Shaftesbury Firecrew Attend Car On Roof In Cann This Morning Season’s Café Will Be Sold To Blandford’s Black Cactus Bob And Kathy Morgan’s Antique Natters – Silverplate View From The Hill – Bedfordshire Visitors To Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Knapweed Marigold Rumble’s Poetic Tribute To The Arts Centre Gallery

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Monthly Menopause Group Marks One Year Of Supporting Shaftesbury Women Five Decades Of Serving Shaftesbury’s Community – Sara Jacson MBE Mitre Inn Promotes Shaftesbury Abbey With Video Rain Was Expected But The Rhino Was A Surprise At Semley’s Second Festival Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Flying Ants Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ – The Challenge Of Salisbury Street Parking View From The Hill – Portland Residents Visit After Seeing Facebook Selfie Sunday Story – Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Grave Humour’  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Collision closes A30 At Sherborne Causeway Shaftesbury School Boarding House Will Close – Head Confirms Twyford And Fontmell Burglaries – And Dangerous Drugs Stolen From Vets Celtic Challenge As 300 Cyclists Ascend Gold Hill And Ride To Motcombe Shaftesbury What’s Ons For The Weekend Five Years Of Fitness And Friendships- Shaftesbury Walking Group Shaftesbury’s Secret High Street Vineyard - Backbreaking Work To Produce 30 Bottles View From The Hill – Devon And London Friends Meet In Shaftesbury TV Chef Prepares Medieval Meals And Sample Saxon Snacks At The Abbey Adrian Ryder’s Bell St Bookshelf- A 1960s Trip To Springhead

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Enmore Green Estate Developer Skips Meeting They Called, Angering Residents Publicans Take Action To Scupper Shaftesbury ‘Rumours’ Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Lime Green Spiders, Gascoigne Lane Colours Last Saturday Trial Market, High Street Will Look “Less Gappy” With Sunday Events ‘My Shaftesbury’ – Alex Chase Chats With Jeanette Hardiman Memories Of 60s Enmore Green Farm And Ivan Hayter – With Peter Herbert Shaftesbury What’s Ons Road Closures: Gold Hill, The Venn, Umbers Hill, Ratcliffe Garden, West St In Fontmell Shaftesbury Photographers Sought For AONB Calendar Contest Shaftesbury Poet Marigold Rumble’s Wimbledon Verse Soundscape – Wren and Whitethroat in Duncliffe Woods

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Fringe Hopes For Biggest Festival – Includes TV Actor's Debut Comedy Show Tributes To Mary Emerson-Reed, Sadly Killed Cycling Home From Filly Loo Why You Should Go To The Former Yugoslavia – Travel Author Talks in Semley Tonight First Recorded Sightings of Two Butterflies In Shaftesbury View From The Hill – Amesbury Visitor Loves Calm Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – The Intelligence of Ravens Town Council To Seek Local Advice Because Changing Glyphosate Policy Tourism News – Bigger Snowdrop Likely Event for 2024 Showers Mean Slugs – Shaftesbury Gardener, Jan Walls' Tips Shaftesbury and Motcombe Cheese and Wine Experts Offer Sunday Tasting at the Abbey Poetry from North Dorset Writer John Paris – 'My Predicament' Soundscape – Baby Blue Tits In Breach Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Sixth former Ethan Speed crowned national poetry performance champion. Shaftesbury Rotarians plan a bigger two-day Gold Hill festival next year. Shaftesbury firefighters show festival crowds the unusual kit on their fire engine. Antiquarian map and the book for art and bird lovers - the latest this week at Shaftesbury Oxfam bookshop. Join our Sunday night Shaftesbury swift tour and find out why they are 'amazing.' Shaftesbury mental health campaigner carries the baton in Bristol's anti-suicide rally. Crown Bowls? Mayor dedicates a bench to the King at Barton Hill Bowling Green. View from the Hill - Poole regulars love St James' and share secret garden tips. Shaston seasonal reflections – Joe Hashman. Supermarket vouchers for Dorset residents in need – available tomorrow. Dorset Police security warning for horse owners.

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Grease Musical Will Include The Movie’s Greatest Hits Shaftesbury Children Society Chairman Wants To Find His Successor The Gold Hill Hovis Loaf- Restored And Ready To Collect Dough For Charity Duncliffe Guided Woodland Walk Will Showcase Special Butterflies Meet My Pet – Alison And Dog Florence Walk Of The Week- Author Jon Woolcott Takes Up To Hambledon Hill Shaftesbury Chicken-Keeping Diary With Kate Scott Paul Merefield’s Saturday Pub Quiz Karen Cole’s Book Review – ‘The Last Dance’ by Mark Billingham View From The Hill – Dad Brings Three Daughters To Shaftesbury For Weekend

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Councillors Oppose Housing Development Next To Fire Station - Again Shaftesbury Area Pupils Create Clothes From Recyclables For Sustainable Fashion Show Jazzercise Launches Four Week Free Trial On Castle Hill This Saturday Can You Uncover Untold Stories of Cranborne Chase Figures - Ahead Of Shaftesbury Show This Autumn Artistic Collaboration Brings A Unique Perspective To Boating Scenes At Shaftesbury Arts Centre Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury Jobs Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Man Cycles Dunkirk to Amsterdam For Local Childhood Cancer Charity Dorset Planners Reject Bungalows In Garden Plan For Motcombe's Elm Hill Shaftesbury What's Ons Help Shaftesbury Tree Group Survey Local Hedges To Protect Them From Developers Tree Group Will Formally Request Shaftesbury Becomes An Orchard Town Britain In Bloom Judges Positive About Shaftesbury's Winning Chances Jackie And Jeanette Reminisce About Photos From The 60s View From The Hill - Visitor From Melbourne, Australia Shaston Seasonal Reflections – 'A Drive Down The A 350 Lower Blandford Road' Shaftesbury Bowling Club Open Day This Sunday Lack Of Support From Countywide Agencies Prompts Shaftesbury Mental Health Drop-In Closure

On The Alfred Daily Today: Decision to Fell Significant Tree Will Alter Appearance Of  Shaftesbury Street Dorset Councillor Wants School To Help Identify Young Carers Shaston Season Reflections - Joe Hashman Share Your Life Stories At Motcombe Meet-Up and Inspire Belle Street's Next Show View From The Hill - Visitor Stops For The Loo and Loves Shaftesbury Disruption To Gill And Tisbury Trains Possible Next Week Melbury Artist Designs Leaflet to Suggest Ways We Can Encourage Wildlife From Gold Hill Fair To This Weekend's Festival - Dan Evans, Shaftesbury Rotary's Music Man Fetching Photography From Shaftesbury's New Pet Picture Specialist Property Questions With Matt Boatright - Solar Panels And Why Searches Matter

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury's new pay-and-display opens soon, but two councillors want free parking Shaftesbury Library staff will help you with online and device problems Discover the magic of swifts at Shaftesbury and Donheads events Shaftesbury charity shop bargains Robert Mullins' history: Why was the railway rerouted away from Shaftesbury? Breezy Ridge Social nights will help single diners form friendships Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury seasonal reflections: Joe Hashman and Sarah English Soundscape - Jackdaws in Enmore Green by Nick Crump

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Fontmell Council Chair 'Delighted' That Pub Is Reopening Next Month Vintage Fire Engine, Flowers And Traditional Folk Dancing At Ashmore's Filly Lou Meet My Pet – Cyd, the Shaftesbury Schnauzer Walk of the week - Author Jon Woolcott on rumours about a demolished stately home Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz 'My Shaftesbury' Marigold Rumble Wiltshire Police Seek Witnesses To Charlton Crossroads Crash Dorset Councillor In Charge Of Education Quits After Seven Weeks Karen Cole's Book Review - 'Last Dance At The Discotheque For Deviants' Bridge over Stour At Durweston Closed Each Night Next Week

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Councillor Requests 30mph Zone On A350 From Redrow To Royal Chase Record Number Of Affordable Homes Built In Dorset Last Year - None In Shaftesbury Artist Urges Dorset Council To Return Statue Outside Bell Street Library Tourism Update from Trevor Clements Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Shaftesbury in the Domesday Book Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman and Sarah English Classic Car Owners Encouraged To Enter Shaftesbury Carnival Fundraiser East Orchard Church May Be Converted To Three-Bedroom Home View from the Hill - Buckhorn Weston Local Returns from New Zealand The Mystery of Dorset Council's Missing Facebook Page Junior Showtunes Fans Wanted For Shaftesbury Show TV Celebrity Show Hosts Cooking School At Shaftesbury Abbey Soundscape - A Wren in Ferne Hollow

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury to Glasgow charity motorbike round trip departs 1 am Friday Shaston Seasonal Reflections – rain revives meadows Recruitment drive for a project to help shape the future of Shaftesbury Two colleagues of murdered Semley PC Yvonne Fletcher publish a book with new evidence The Secretary of State must sign off on work to fill Park Walk potholes Dorset NHS warns that pharmacy queues will continue without affordable staff accommodation Arts Centre exhibitors host a 'meet the artist' event this Saturday View from the Hill - U.S family visit Shaftesbury to celebrate college graduation Job - mechanic wanted Jackie and Jeanette on '60s and '70s fashions

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Enmore Green honesty box moved after money and plants pinched £22M lost to cyberfraud prompts Dorset Police to offer online safety lessons Fire Crew and former Southampton Stars compete in Shaftesbury charity footy game Final plans for Friday’s Ashmore Filly Lou Revealed Date set for School Boarding House decision after twenty write to oppose closure Musician who re-invented the oboe will play Shaftesbury lunchtime concert New midsummer offroad cycling event will visit Shaftesbury area View from the hill- Ipswich visitors rate Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what’s ons Jan Wall’s gardening guide Two Shaftesbury retail jobs

On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Councillor Shocked at Levels of Sewage Release into Village Stream £3M works upgrade between Shaftesbury and Gill should make Stour cleaner Don't hang up when pocket dialling 999, say Dorset Police Shaftesbury What's Ons Can't get Glastonbury tickets? See former performers on Park Walk, Thursday Latest bargains at Shaftesbury charity shops Twelve months of organ music at St. James' recital this Saturday View from the Hill – Elizabeth from Poole's kids' free visit New departure from Shaftesbury's "Bite The Boxer" musician Matt Parks Shaston seasonal reflections – Sarah English and Joe Hashman  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Low Cost Fashion on The Catwalk At St. Peter's Church Fundraiser Motcombe Fête To Donate Over £9000 For Village Causes Shaston Seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman Shaftesbury School Want employers to help develop pupils' interview skills You have until 30th June to apply for Town Council Grants Big Crowds in Berwick for sunny village fete View from the Hill-Minnesota resident sees Shaftesbury for the first time Early morning midsummer ride will send cyclists to Shaftesbury area next Sunday Shaftesbury's Gold Hill Hovis Loaf update Kate and Karren chat over the garden fence Maggie Pierce reads 'The Convert.'  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Abbey Primary Pupils Show Their Outdoor Learning Area To The Public Plan to protect Cranborne Chase's unique chalk streams from pollution agreed MP tells Parliament Zig Zag Hill Is Britain's 'Bendiest' Road Meet My Pet - Lizzie Wildman and Harvey My Shaftesbury – Steve Hodgson, Shaftesbury's longest-serving shopkeeper View from the Hill – Californian's tracing Shaftesbury-area roots Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Shaftesbury weekend what's ons Walk of the Week - Badbury Rings and its butterflies with Rachel Diment Kate Scott's Shaftesbury chicken-keeping diary Karen Cole reviews 'The Final Party' by A.A. Chaudhuri

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Loses Appeal For 45 Motcombe Homes Because Of Flood Risk Mayor's Call For Voluntary Support Brings £1,000 Donation For St James' Gardeners Motcombe Councillor Plans To Research Stories Of Villagers On War Memorial Arts, Crafts And A Good Yarn – Book Now For Gutchpool's Making and Writing Classes View from the Hill - A Couple From 'The Hilly Part Of The Netherlands' Visit Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Fire Crew Rehearse Guy's Marsh Prison Rescue MP Asked For Support For Shaftesbury Lido On Visit To Open Air Pool Shaston Seasonal Reflections - The Cool Glades OF Breach Common Warning of A303 Delays Next Week During Solstice Celebrations Locals Share Items That Explain Their Climate Emergency Response In Town Hall Exhibition Dorset Council Has Saved £96M And Avoided Key Service Cuts – Cabinet Member Tells Alfred Poetry – 'Another View From My Window' Marigold Rumble Soundscape - Barn Owlets

On The Alfred Daily Today: Persimmon's estate plans – fewer houses, hotel and care home and uncertainty over new school Police seek witnesses after early morning Grosvenor Hotel burglary. Lloyds ends 109-year Shaftesbury relationship - East Knoyle's David Webster is the final customer. 'Consolidation' is Peter Wildman's goal as the new Shaftesbury Abbey Chairman. Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman watches 'an invertebrate grand prix.' Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls. Motcombe's Sue Hollis supporting animals displaced by war. View from the hill – Veronica from Leeds loves the 'wonderful' Shaftesbury people. Topsoil needed for Fontmell's new playpark. Motorcycle trainers respond to Cann man's concerns about promoting the 'thrills' of Zig Zag Hill. Shaftesbury singer-songwriter Conor to focus on music rather than a music video with the next release.

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset MP Simon Hoare Defends Controversial Expenses Claim As 'Honest Mistake' Motcombe Remembers Military Event With Meal, Music And Major Johnston Shaftesbury Refugee Group Now Helping 200 people - AGM report Plans for 30-metre mobile mast receive poor reception from Ashmore villagers My Shaftesbury - Artist Jess Simms Charity Shop Bargains From Oxfam, Weldmar And Cancer Research, Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what’s ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman

On The Alfred Daily Today: Don’t mind the gaps – Shaftesbury market organiser explains stall spacing View from the hill- Shaftesbury is ‘stupendous’ says trio from Stroud Meet the Motcombe fete stallholders Motcombe schoolkids to sing to the archbishop of Canterbury Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ National newspaper features Shaftesbury Lido Shaftesbury what’s ons Donhead exhibition reveals how villagers are nurturing nature Short story – Louella Hamer’s ‘Keep on Running’

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Poster found in thatched cottage gives glimpse into 18th century Shaftesbury nightlife North Dorset councillor calls for action on dog mess following lack of enforcement revelation Visitor elated as Shaftesbury tourism hub resolves deflated camp bed crisis Shaston's seasonal reflections: Red Valerian and oxide daisy Welly wanging and crockery smashing - traditional highlights of Saturday’s Semley's fete View from the hill - Shaftesbury tempts Weymouth visitors Art pylon-eers – masts and aerials feature in Shaftesbury exhibition Explore Fonthill's stunning grounds and support retired service dogs and horses Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Berwick church and its special stonework Wiltshire Wildlife head applauds Planet Shaftesbury's achievements

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On The Alfred Daily Today: New Compton Airfield boss on future plans and Spitfires flying here tomorrow Police say thefts at Grosvenor and from cars 'not necessarily connected'  Channel 5 will film Shaftesbury's high market – with 100 traders this Saturday Motcombe's classic English cottage garden will open for a church fundraiser Farnfields donate £3000 to Shaftesbury breast cancer charity  View from the hill - Former Shaftesbury schoolboy returns. Local Orangutan volunteer will share Borneo aid work stories at Grosvenor Shaftesbury in Bloom needs an early morning watering team - meet 5pm at the police station today Learn to paint outdoor scenes in aid of St James' church.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Agreement to open Coombe House pool for local clubs expected today Bell Street church removes roof netting after bird deaths New song celebrating Shaftesbury, one of two debuts at Abbey outdoor concert Maltings gardener Jan Walls with watering time-saving tips Boutique bargains, cakes, and a carriage ride as Berwick fete aims for an £11k target Shaftesbury, Motcombe, and Fontmell academy operator adds 18th school Record traders and visitors expected at the two-day Gill & Shaftesbury Show Israeli visitors love Shaftesbury’s scenery Air Ambulance boosted by Donhead Sports memorial match Poetry - a child’s view of the outside lab by Elaine Cadogan Soundscape - stonechat at Fontmell  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Motcombe Fete organisers expect 3,000 visitors next Saturday Dorset Council asks MPs to request fairer government funding for county roads Lamppost-based EV chargers will present a challenge in Dorset Art to make you happy – Sandy Roberts' Shaftesbury exhibition Joe Hashman's Shaston seasonal reflections Meet My Pet – Mollie and astrologer owner Claire Martin – hounds have horoscopes! View from the Hill – London couple worry about our Airbnbs Paul Merefield's Quiz My Shaftesbury – artist Gary Cook Kate Scott's chicken-keeping diary Karen Cole's book review – "Italian Rules" by Tom Benjamin Soundscape – cuckoo and buzzard at Tollard Royal

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council reverses Shaftesbury Library cutback plan following local opposition. Shaftesbury businesses have a good chance of winning Dorset business awards, says Chamber CEO. Less attractive buy-to-let is affecting Shaftesbury rental market - Matt Boatwright. Parking permits could make seaside, shopping, or work trips cheaper - but there are Shaftesbury restrictions. Tributes to James Saumarez from Motcombe locals and in his own words. Shaftesbury what's on. View from the hill - geocacher visits Shaftesbury. Soundscape - squirrel on Breach Common.

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Abbey Primary pupils go Victorian to celebrate school’s 150th Shaftesbury holiday weekend events Monthly Porsche meet ups start in Compton Local art on sale at today's hospital fair No trains in North Dorset next Friday Defashion Dorset - Why vintage clothes fans are prepared to pay more Paul Merefield's quiz Meet my Pet - Eileen and her dogs in the trolley Walk of the Week - Chicksgrove to Swallowcliffe Joe Hashman’s seasonal reflections ‘A Game of Deceit’ by Tim Glister - Karen Cole's book review View from the Hill - Newbury visitors

On The Alfred Daily Today: Witness appeal following a three-car crash that closed the A350 A cyclist pedals from Lyon to Shaftesbury to see a penpal and raise diabetes cash Anything goes with Motcombe's annual scarecrow contest Bell Street car park closed by fire crew after an electric charger fire Tourism information hub update - Trevor Clements Semley, Donhead, Berwick, and Ludwell refuse collection will now accept items with batteries Strike set to suspend train service through Gillingham and Tisbury Shaftesbury's Great Big Green Week organiser promises a politics-free celebration Helpers needed for Shaftesbury charity street collection Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - F. S. Hinchy's impression of Shaftesbury in 1957

On The Alfred Daily Today: GP shares challenges revealing One-fifth of Abbey View blood test patients are ‘no shows’ Shaftesbury mental health charity founders put themselves up for auction Semley’s potholed roads could increase accident risk warns parish chair and Station Rd flooding is investigated Jeanette and Jackie on scrap books and Shaftesbury’s old fair ground No North Dorset communities considered for 20mph yet- but Shaftesbury’s bid is in Dorset CPRE suggest solar panels over car parks and on new homes to save fields Joe Hashman’s Shaston seasonal reflections Shaftesbury weekend what’s ons View from the hill- Milton visitors saddened by our empty shops

On The Alfred Daily Today: Amber wildfire warning has been issued for Dorset, including Shaftesbury, until weekend. Government gives Dorset £200,000 to tackle drugs and save lives. Joe Hashman's nature notes - swooping St James' blackbirds. Shaftesbury area events for the Bank Holiday weekend. AONB replace walking week with a season of guided strolls. National Theatre's 'Life of Pi' roars into Shaftesbury Arts Centre. View from the Hill - visitors from Weston-super-Mare. Morris Men from Norfolk take Whitsun tour to Shaftesbury Abbey. Coffee Companions: cultivating friendship at Shaftesbury's Royal Chase. Countdown to De Fashion Dorset: a festival of sustainable style. Soundscape - whitethroat on Coles Lane.

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Glyphosate spraying on Gold Hill breaches Town Council ban Shaftesbury what's ons Town Band debut new and complex piece at Sunday’s concert Three grant funds invite applications from Shaftesbury projects New folk night launches in Shaftesbury Meet my Pet - Jane and Cody her Japanese breed Butterfly expert leads Sunday spotting walk Walk of the Week - Dave Ford scales Hambledon Hill Shaftesbury in Bloom needs help on Sunday Joe Hashman on weedkiller chemicals in Shaftesbury Kate Scott's chicken keeping diary Karen Cole reviews The Predators Soundscape – A wren at Charlton

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Tenants call time on Shaftesbury pub Shaftesbury to Glasgow and back on a bike in 24 hours for cancer fundraiser Donhead woman to appear in a nude calendar for charity Abbey Primary plans a 150th birthday and a Park Walk car boot sale Town hall recruiting macebearers for civic occasions Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury jobs India-inspired artwork adds colour to Shaftesbury gallery Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about '60s life in Fontmell - scrapbooks Soundscape - A crow chases a buzzard at Rushmore Estate  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s 'strong, brave, beautiful' breast cancer survivors release an empowering book  Town Council picks next mayor tonight- and councillors' attendance record revealed  Plaque honouring much-loved school head Tony Selwood 'would bring tears to his eyes'. Gardening with Jan Walls – Magnificent clematis on The Maltings My Shaftesbury – Jo Felton tells us why our town is perfect View from the hill- Cheltenham visitors enjoy pampering at The Grosvenor More top comedy at The Grosvenor with the host who shared pints with Priscilla Presley in 'spoons Semley therapist and canine companion to run for BadCo Shaftesbury what’s ons Steam train coming to North Dorset on Saturday Shaftesbury jobs. Soundscape – tawny owl tussle at Castle Hill.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Sunshine brings out riders for Shaftesbury Rotary's Prostate Cancer Cycle Circuit Shaftesbury what's ons Insight into Edwardian Shaftesbury area village life this Thursday Coolest new items at Oxfam Bookshop and Weldmar Hospice Care Why the Saturday Market pleased Cranborne's owner Karen King Town council unhappy with plan for fill-in house on Coppice St Boobs Light up Shaftesbury with their Moonwalk for Breast Cancer Awareness Joe Hashman's Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Hawthorn blossom 'monsters' View from the hill - Vienna visitors calling in on Shaftesbury Soul Meets Sunshine: O'Rael Brings Nigerian Vibes to Shaftesbury's Mitre Inn

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Weekend What's Ons Thirteen-year wait for Dorset National Grid upgrade could impact the electric vehicle rollout Organiser pleased with the response to the first Shaftesbury artisan market trial United Nations - Motcombe celebrates Eurovision Hospital Friends announce Spring Fair and quilt raffle for diabetes eye care 95-year-old Ted Gibbs' Memories - Prisoners of War, winter snow, and the Shaftesbury show Dorset Mind supports mental health with Monday Library drop-in View from the Hill - Exmoor visitor loves the view of Gold Hill North Dorset author John Paris reads 'The Park Bench' Soundscape - robin on Park Walk  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council leader wants to sell more buildings and land Event will share plans for Shaftesbury holistic wellbeing centre Shaftesbury Young Farmers seek former members ahead of 90th birthday Meet My Pet- Serenity and her service dog, Kingston - he supports her with PTSD Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Soft soul sounds in a spiritual setting – Hummingbird play at Shaftesbury Abbey Garden View from the Hill – Liverpool friends love Gold Hill Museum memorabilia Walk of the Week – Melbury Beacon with Dave Hardiman Concerns over fly-tipping at Win Green. Karen Cole reviews 'The Medici Murders' by David Hewson Soundscape – owls on Park Walk.

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Councillor Re-elected as Dorset Council Chair Shaftesbury's new street market plans, including future parking plans Flour power - Cann's flour mill opens to visitors Shaftesbury weekend what's on 'Hidden' Shaftesbury lakeside gardens open this week Dorset Council considers its own wind power projects with a £5M fund View from the hill - Kiwi visitor's first glimpse of Gold Hill From Stalin to Italian - Florence-inspired café opens in the former Motcombe riding school Lindsey Death's wildlife walk - International Dawn Chorus Day Adrian Ryder's Bell Street bookshelf - Farming in Fontmell in the nineteenth century

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury area what's ons for today and the weekend Shaftesbury firefighters fight thatched pub blaze Tributes to former Compton Airfield pilot killed in road crash SAST director - Significant drop in student numbers prompted Shaftesbury boarding house closure plan Shaston seasonal reflections - bluebells on Castle Hill Shaftesbury area job vacancies Tisbury and Gillingham train disruption tomorrow and Saturday Catching up with Shaftesbury coast path runner Katie Aylward Handmade crafts and tools wanted for Shaftesbury Big Green Week 'Reigning champion' returns home to Berwick for Sunday's Shaftesbury Rotary Cycle Ride Sedgehill’s annual big cake sale this Sunday Free Shaftesbury apple varieties on Sunday's blossom walk Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about Eurovision Soundscape – A robin on Coles Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today: MP says he will help save the Shaftesbury School Boarding House, but he hasn’t been asked  Shaftesbury What's Ons Free local food and drink tasters at Thursday's official tourism hub opening A strike means that there will be no trains through Tisbury or Gillingham on Saturday Dorset Council recommend approval for developments opposed by Motcombe, Shaftesbury and Melbury councils  Motcombe Council faces restrictions as too few councillors are voted in by villagers Grosvenor Arms hosts a nature writer who will celebrate the wonders of flight Feed lambs and see sheep bred to reduce workloads at East Knoyle farm open day Shaftesbury landlady says that the five-day opening is due to Brexit staff shortages View from the hill: Visitors from Appeldorn, Netherlands Crocheted crown pinched from Pound Lane? Soundscape - blackbird on Breach Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s ons Former Kings Arms landlord reflects on the Shaftesbury pub’s closure Compton resident unveils plaque to commemorate king’s coronation  Sam Burton scaled three of Britain’s tallest peaks in 23 hours for Shaftesbury mental health charity  My Shaftesbury- Current Fringe Chair Rob Neely on why he loves our town View from the hill – Westbury couple consider relocating after Shaftesbury visit Kids and parents praise for St James’ Park refurb- a project opposed by several councillors Shaston Seasonal reflections – a roe buck in Enmore Green Shaftesbury charity shop bargains Soundscape – birdsong and aircraft in Charlton

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s on At last- Shaftesbury’s problematic car park payment machines will be replaced Donhead residents’ Friday party starts a weekend of Coronation celebration Ring in the Reign: Group ring St Peters’ Bells to announce Charles' Coronation Shaftesbury trio scale England’s highest mountain to promote mental health charity Paul Merefield’s Quiz Old Wardour Castle makes top-ten ‘must visit list’ Curtain falls on Fontmell’s moviola film nights Shaston seasonal reflections – gulls in Tanyard Lane Shaftesbury Arts Centre update- with Charlie Hamilton Meet my pet- Carol Stephens and King Charles Cavalier, Chester Kate Scott’s chicken keeping diary Walk of the week – wildlife and history as Dave Hardiman climbs Fontmell Down Karen Cole’s book review – Infinity Gate by M.R Carey

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council raises care charges, hoping it will boost worker pay  New video wall to help visitors, food tasting for locals at Shaftesbury Tourism Hub  Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman on bluebells  Shaftesbury Chamber surprises High Street Coronation Window Contest winners Shaftesbury Deli's Coronation Quiche a hit but one ingredient is hard to find Weather looks OK as Jamarca prepare to headline Shaftesbury's Coronation Celebration  Italian entrepreneur brings sustainable soaps to new Shaftesbury shop Rare scops owl possibly heard in Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder's Bell Street bookshelf - memories of Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Politics over safety claim as Dorset Council rejects lower Fontmell speed limit Shaftesbury What's Ons and Coronation events  How Wiltshire Council hopes to be carbon neutral a decade before Dorset Guys Marsh Teacher starts prostate cancer support group  Shaftesbury Twinning visits Lindlar and learns how German boys declare love interests First Swifts and Swallows of Summer: Reports from Motcombe and Enmore Green Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about spring cleaning View from the Hill: Enchanted Hampshire visitors return 24 hours after first Shaftesbury visit.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council prioritises work to tackle slippery St James’ ‘ski slope’ path TV chef rates Shaftesbury chip shop amongst her best dining experiences Shaftesbury theatregoers get the chance to ask Henry VIII anything Saving Shaftesbury’s High Street - Thoughts from commercial property lawyer Julian Alahakoon, 60 years of the Wessex Group - Founder Tony Morgan View from the Hill - South Carolina visitors Insights on TV’s ‘The Crown’ and the coronation from Prince Charles' former equerry – Shaftesbury Lion Brian Anderson Soundscape – A blackcap on Breach Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today: Hundreds visit Shaftesbury Arts Centre for £3m appeal launch Pop-up pub for Fontmell on Friday Shaftesbury what’s ons Shaftesbury couple expand adult care business because Council provision 'on its knees' Why Shaftesbury should consider antique specialism - John Morgan View from the Hill - French visitor loves Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what's ons Margaret Cluett meets Ansty's May Day Queen Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman Jan Walls' gardening advice Short story – Louell Harmer reads ‘Keep on Running’ Soundscape - Dusk at Duncliffe

On The Alfred Daily Today: Saving devices you thought unfixable – Shaftesbury’s new repair shop My Shaftesbury – Jeanette Hardiman meets Lizie Wildman Guy Ritchie offers new home for Compton Parish Council Compton Council supports outdoor kitchen building workshop at airfield ‘Magical’ Arts Centre play about bereavement will help kids cope with loss Shaftesbury charity shop bargains this week Shaftesbury architecture with Phil Proctor - Tout Hill and the Lion’s Mouth

On The Alfred Daily Today: Enmore Green's Oldest Mayday Performer Prepares for Celebration Why Eco Campaigners will put up a big, green pyramid outside Shaftesbury Town Hall History repeats – powerful WW2-set Ukrainian film moves Shaftesbury audience to tears Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett chat ‘over the garden fence’ about HSBC closing. Shaftesbury what's ons A variety of images to vote for in Shaftesbury photographic exhibition Shaftesbury writer Richard Foreman's short story ‘Tentacles’  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury school head says latest 'good' Ofsted is better than last time Menacing mail sent to Shaftesbury mum of Hong Kong rights campaigner Compton, Melbury and Fontmell councillor promoted to Dorset Council cabinet Meet my Pet - Karen Chapman and Chester Shaftesbury property with Matt Boatwright - Digitally dressing homes Paul Merefield's quiz Karen Cole reviews ‘No Place to Hide’ by JS Monroe Arts Centre news from Charlie Hamilton Shaftesbury weekend what's ons

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Haftesbury's Abbey Primary School mourns beloved former headteacher Peter Meacham. Donhead Eco activist Richard Eccleston returns from four-day protest in London. Shaftesbury clinches top five spot in 'Most Beautiful UK Towns' on YouTube channel. Shaftesbury’s 'Pee and tea' journey-breaking tourism brings 'roaring' trade. Trevor Clements presents our weekly update from the tourist information hub inside Morrison's Daily. Shaftesbury's Chamber of Commerce to decorate vacant store with art. No coronation beacon lighting in Shaftesbury or Melbury - by order of the King. Artists unveil year of creations at Shaftesbury Gallery. Jackie and Jeanette's nostalgic reflections on seeing St. James's Park remodelling. National treasure Bill Nighy shines in 'Living' at Shaftesbury Arts Centre. Soundscape - Mason Bees on Tanyard Lane.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Watchdog report praises HMP Guys Marsh staff, but contraband remains a problem New Shaftesbury antique shop to host inaugural sale on Saturday Shaftesbury gathers for annual ANZAC Day service on Park Walk Dorset Council to host highway concerns drop-in event on 1 June Coroner seeks next of kin for 91-year-old Simon Prattley from Shaftesbury Shaston seasonal reflections - hawthorn and 'killer crows' Town Meeting addresses pedestrianisation and empty shop concerns New team vicar for Shaftesbury and surrounding villages begins her role  Ancient water celebration ceremony returns to Shaftesbury for May Bank Holiday  View from the Hill: Visitor from Kings Lynn shares experience  Soundscape: Bullfinch at Donkey Field Orchard in Shaftesbury    

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Primary School faces parental protest over pupils cleaning faeces from toilet walls Shaftesbury FC Ladies team win Dorset Women's League title Your chance to view and support Shaftesbury Art Centre's £3m refurbishment Shaston Seasonal Reflections - our daily nature diary Shaftesbury area open studios joining Wylye Valley Arts Trail from Saturday Forest of Dean visitors enjoyed Shaftesbury's Gold Hill Museum Jan Walls' gardening advice from The Maltings Spring fair and BBQ to showcase Semley businesses on Saturday What's ons for the weekend and next week in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury's four London Marathon runners reflect on Sunday's 'emotional' challenge John Cluett's Ode to North Dorset - the A-Z of the Shaftesbury area Soundscape - a song thrush at Breach Common

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Sunday street market draws crowds as organiser plans food festival Shaftesbury Abbey visitors react to emergency text test Shaftesbury seasonal reflections - wildflowers and weeds with Joe Hashman New pamphlet shares tragic wartime story of Enmore Green family Discover the healing power of herbs with herbalist Julie Wood at Shaftesbury Abbey workshops Latest bargains at Shaftesbury charity shops View from the hill - Jane and Peter from Sturminster Marshall Psychic mediums, aura reading, and holistic wellbeing showcased at Shaftesbury Town Hall

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury marathon runner questions train safety following chaos at Gillingham Food for thought-Monday meal and movie session start in Shaftesbury Donhead artists collaborate to showcase work in Wylye Valley Art Trail Coronation theme for four villages fete next month Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate and Karren chat ‘Over the Garden Fence’ about today's emergency alert Sarah English reads ‘A Little Invention’ View from the Hill - Visitor from Beaulieu Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Soundscape Blackcap on Breach Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Dorset Council officials are ‘dinosaurs’ for dated Dinah’s Hollow plans, says Melbury councillor Shaftesbury man to open a town centre gym in former St John HQ Environmental award for Semley's parish church Wrong sort of fuel? Latest excuse for North Dorset rail disruption Shaftesbury Tourism Hub update from Trevor Clements How Shaftesbury's local government has changed – Mike Simms' memories of the Council HQ on Bimport From bookshelf to doorstep – how Shaftesbury's library deliveries make a difference Lindsey Death's wildlife walk - Chettle birdlife and 'no mow May' New book will bridge gaps in your knowledge of Dorset's bridges Soundscape - Birds, water and sheep alongside lake at Sherborne Causeway

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury breast cancer charity to benefit from 18th Farnfields golf day Three agricultural buildings can be converted into five new Motcombe homes What’s the town council debating tonight? Katie Aylward to run coast path to honour dad, Chris, and support cancer charity that helped Shaftesbury’s third wellness fair this Sunday offers diverse range of practices Gardening expert Jan Walls reports from The Maltings What’s on this weekend in Shaftesbury and the villages? Shaftesbury Library closure next week Shaftesbury Planning News: Salon conversion to house, pub chimney reduction, and Pix Mead extension objections Swedish visitors love our countryside Motcombe woman’s mission to empower the disabled in developing countries

On The Alfred Daily Today: Solar farm and battery companies will give £220k to Motcombe village projects Balaclava-clad men ram couple's car during attempted robbery in Gillingham Tony Morgan on Shaftesbury Rotary Club's 60 years of success and progress Residents share observations of seasonal changes in Shaftesbury countryside View from the hill - Louise from Brighton hopes to find charity shop bargains Shaftesbury shopkeeper to teach most in-demand craft skills in weekly workshops What's new on Shaftesbury charity shop shelves What's on: Road closures this week UFO seen from Zig Zag Hill Why the huge crane has been working high above Shaftesbury Antonia Eastman meets Coppleridge Manager Mike Gallagher    

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Make friends at The Mitre with free cuppas and biscuits on Wednesdays Melbury and Motcombe councils discuss littering - and councillor calls for cameras 'Meet My Pet' - Sharon Horsman and Cassie Shaftesbury what's on Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaftesbury woman lands Porsche GB TV tryout to boost Women's visibility in motorsports 'My Shaftesbury' - Jerome Swan Walk of the week - Ashmore with Dave Hardiman Karen Cole's Book Recommends - 'Shining People' by Michael Groathouse  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Guy Ritchie's airfield vision praised by Melbury councillor who expects aircraft noise reduction Shaftesbury resident shines on BBC1's Pointless Redruth visitor raves about our town Antiques dealer's Shaftesbury town centre property hits the market for £3.2 million! Job vacancy: wanted- parish clerk for Fontmell Magna Himalayan peaks to Dorset's shoreline and Win Green grasses: Art Centre Gallery shows how Alan Booth views the world Shaftesbury rail watchdog disappointed: New train timetable offers no local benefits. Litter-Free Dorset Collects 8,000 instant barbecues in crackdown on fad that increases fire risk 'On Passing My Hall Mirror' - Poetry by Elaine Cadogan soundscape - dawn at Breach Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Plans for Local, Distinctive Shaftesbury High Street Market Revealed, Expected to Attract 4,000 Visitors Motcombe's Water Infrastructure Can't Handle More Homes, Warns Councillor as Foul Water Backs Up Through Toilets Queuing Antique Hunters from as Far as Hampshire Expected at Annual Melbury Sale Compulsive Card Game Encourages Competitive Streak Amongst Retired Shaftesbury Residents Wine Tasting and Family Picnic Planned for Motcombe's Coronation Weekend "View from the Hill" - Abingdon Visitor Enjoys Our Quaint Town Public Meeting to Discuss How Shaftesbury Town Council Is Spending Your Council Tax Shaftesbury What's Ons French Mill Lane Closure and Other Roadworks Motcombe Villagers Encouraged to Fly Patriotic Flag on St. George's Day Soundscape: A Robin's Song on Bimport  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town councillors oppose concessions removing affordable home condition on planned Enmore Court estate. Shaftesbury's free clothing exchange offers sustainable fashion for tots to teens. Maltings garden guru Jan Walls - how egg boxes and milk containers can enhance your gardening. Winter warm hubs end, but  Fontmell's free food will continue Grove Arms job vacancy. Under-18s football recruitment night at Donhead Sports Club this evening. Shaftesbury photographer offers spring photoshoots in bluebell-filled woods. View from the hill: Visitors from Ross-on-Wye rate our hilltop town. Wanted for murder! Recruiting actors for Shaftesbury playwright's Zoom-set thriller Poetry from Enmore Green writer Margaret Cluett

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On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Police appeal for witnesses following Shaftesbury burglary Probus Club of Shaftesbury to fold after 30 years - Melbury historian to speak at final meeting Protecting rare toads and newts: Shaftesbury councillors back Foyle Hill signs Off-road vehicles threaten tranquil wooded Shaftesbury footpath Shaftesbury's Castle Hill welcomes Jazzercise in annual free exercise programme Sourdough success: Shaftesbury embraces Bruton baked goods pop-up Seasonal snapshots: Shaftesbury residents share nature's changes Donhead Diary: Annelise Gray discusses latest thrilling Roman-era chariot-racing novel Neighbours Kate and Karen discuss local news and praise Shaftesbury's Cedars care home Shaftesbury short story – ‘The Good Penny’ by John Paris

On The Alfred Daily Today: Stylish map giveaway to launch Shaftesbury's hi-tech new tourism hub  Wildflowers in bloom ahead of the bluebells - Rachel Diment  Two-day Shaftesbury Sustainable Clothing Festival takes a stand against fast fashion  Meet my pet: Suzie and her dachshunds  Shaftesbury's campsite owners confident about season despite weather uncertainties  Paul Merefield's pub quiz  Shaftesbury's Easter weekend what's ons  Shaftesbury road closures  Easter arts brighten Shaftesbury hospital Easter leftover ideas with Shaftesbury chef Philippa Davis  John Peirce tells Jeanette Hardiman why he loves Shaftesbury  Karen Cole's book review   

On The Alfred Daily Today: Ashmore wildlife expert delighted to receive King's coronation invitation Springhead Trust plan to use lake to heat buildings John and Margaret Cluett remember Good Friday traditions with North Dorset dialect poetry Adrian Ryder's bookshelf - why Shaftesbury's founder Alfred really was great We check out the choice of Easter eggs available in Shaftesbury including locally-made and fair trade What's on this weekend and the week ahead Road closures next week: Dinah's Hollow, the B3091, and Christy's Lane Blackmore Vale Art Trail returns: Artists encouraged to sign up and sell to visitors View from the hill: Camberwell visitor comes to see Cnut Soundscape duo of blackbirds on Breach Lane  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Court finds Shaftesbury livestock haulier guilty of causing injury to Lucky Shaftesbury carpenter survives terrifying ordeal as falling tree crushes car Shaftesbury Abbey hosts free pilgrimage event on Good Friday Shaftesbury seasonal reflections with Joe Hashman and Sarah English View from the Hill - Southampton residents visit Shaftesbury  for fourth time this year Why Shaftesbury Bowling Club is a vibrant social hub for residents of all ages Shaftesbury Town Council offers Dorset Council options for tackling long-standing busgate issue Jackie and Jeanette's Compton and Fontmell childhood memories - 70s breakfast cereals Sebastian promotes autism acceptance week through 5k Shaftesbury walk A robin in its nest upset by a cat nearby on Breach Lane  

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Semley antiques dealer to appear on BBC One's Antiques Road Trip. Dorset councillor seething over lack of funding for bus service improvements - Shaftesbury Council could be asked to chip in.  Culinary expert Laura Bartram opens cookery school in Motcombe. Joe Hashman chronicles the changing seasons of Shaftesbury.  Author writing about pre-Saxon Shaftesbury visits Abbey. Crafts, toys, gifts, and Romanian food - two-day Shaftesbury charity market starts Good Friday.  Local musician to perform at Two Brewers' fundraiser for London Marathon runner. Magnolia, moon phases with Maltings' garden guru Jan Walls.  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Eurovision Song Contest screening for Ukrainians and locals at Motcombe's Memorial Hall TV acoustic experts fix echoey din that disrupted Shaftesbury restaurant diners Shaftesbury Cricket Club launches All Stars programme for young players with focus on fair play 70 teenagers race around Shaftesbury town centre on treasure hunt Motcombe's Gutchpool Farm showcases sustainable farming practices and hidden historical landmarks Shaftesbury's charity shops offer treasures for arts or Scotland enthusiasts and fitness fans alike Shaftesbury What's Ons: Events within one-hour's drive of Shaftesbury Temporary move for Shaftesbury High Street shop Roadworks on A30 near Ludwell Tuesday and Wednesday Soundscape: Woodpecker at Coombe House  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fundraiser walking across UK wearing speedos enjoys warm welcome in Motcombe Fashion chain calls time on Shaftesbury store Dorset Council accepting applications for cost-of-living help this Tuesday Celebrations between the showers as Abbey opens new extension Ballroom dancing Donhead couple share their story with Lynda Appleby Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ about the anxiety of being forced offline Shaftesbury writer Tiggy Hayes reads ‘Amazonian Disasters’ Shaftesbury what’s ons Events worth driving to on Monday Soundscape: Yew trees rustling in the breeze at Bury Litton.

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury veteran who begged for amputation to stop pain picked for Invictus Games Museums reopen Saturday: Gold Hill shares local family's story, Shaftesbury Abbey unveils improved amenities Dorset planners urged to provide more support to public in making sustainable changes to listed properties Hamper and homeware sale at Virginia Hayward's Littledown location in Shaftesbury this Saturday Pets unite printmakers from North East and South West in Shaftesbury Art

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On The Alfred Daily Today: The Alfred Daily is a 60-minute radio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily: Shaftesbury Schoolfriends raise funeral costs for much-loved dad-of-seven Trials should determine best day for Shaftesbury weekend street market Community use of mothballed Fontmell surgery could cost £45k annually, parish council told Shaftesbury jobs- cafe barista and laundry assistant Maltings Garden guru Jan Walls on asparagus and the 'architectural' vegetable Why antique fair organiser is committed to Shaftesbury sale 'Just a Thought' - Shaftesbury resident John Parker on 'honesty in public life' Shaftesbury poet Richard Foreman reads 'Annual Service' Shaftesbury what's ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: Objectors remain unconvinced as Lower Blandford Road  developers amend plans again Fontmell residents at risk as drivers speed through at five times Dorset's average rate Shaftesbury's passport ownership below national average - census reveals local nationality diversity Boarding school midnight feast for audience at Shaftesbury Arts Centre's spring play Cot, left-handed golf clubs and vintage Disney book in French - in Shaftesbury charity shops today Town Council chooses pop festival over picnic for coronation celebration View from the hill: Bristol family visit Gold Hill after seeing picture on holiday home wall East Knoyle environmentalist updates rewilding guide, shares concerns over heatwaves  Planet Shaftesbury to join climate protest following Dorset oil field spill Shaftesbury what's ons Derek Halliday's new duo to debut at Friday's Shaftesbury acoustic night  Soundscape: birdsong at Bell Street Library gardens

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury creative writing festival to return in 2024 following successful debut Semley Olympian awarded grant and elected to represent athletes Porsche-owners convoy sets off from Shaftesbury No ghost, but gaps in knowledge as landlord traces The Rising Sun’s story Gospel performance offers new challenge for Enmore Green singers Kate and Karren chat about the strange items appearing in Kate’s garden View from the hill – Petersfield visitor loves our pretty town Sunday short story – Richard Evans reads ‘Chaps Anonymous’ Soundscape – a yellowhammer on Fontmell Down.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Explained - the odd sound of Shaftesbury’s church bells on Friday Pooling resources - Shaftesbury’s lido hires help from Riversmeet Shaftesbury’s literary festival final day preview Shaftesbury what's ons Influential website says we’re the eighth best town in Dorset Walk of the week with Sheila Messer - Judge Wyndham's oak Meet my Pet - John and Liz Lewer and greyhound Bee Charlie Hamilton's Arts Centre update Karen Cole’s book review Paul Merefield’s pub quiz Visitors’ views – A couple from Burnley love Gold Hill

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council Climate emergency statement challenged by couple questioning science Grosvenor Arms to trial sourdough sales with pop-up bakery Special Motcombe yoga sessions to alleviate menopause symptoms Former Udder Farm Shop manager takes on Shaftesbury area pub Motcombe teacher shares pandemic poetry book at writing festival Kids' bicycle skills challenge for Shaftesbury Rotary cancer fundraiser Shaftesbury resident John Parker considers 20mph limit demands Dorset's police commissioner proposes heftier fly-tipping penalties Warning of pushy 'Nottingham knocker' selling door-to-door in Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder's Bell Street bookshelf features 19th-century hawkers and gypsies Shaftesbury what's ons for the week ahead from Monday Saturday events within a one-hour drive from Shaftesbury View from the hill - breaking the journey back to Brittany

On The Alfred Daily Today: Themed street market and activity weekends – Shaftesbury High Street think tank’s idea From roofing to Ricotta- Matt Alner’s new pizza pop-up joins Donhead sports club’s reboot Claire Booth – the Shaftesbury office worker with a teenage fan following in the States and Japan Compton Airfield boss offers insight into new look, later opening café Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about 60s and 70s Fontmell Help Shaftesbury’s 2024 snowdrop display – ideas from Rachel Diment View from the hill – Liverpool visitor on Gold Hill and Eurovision Shaftesbury jobs - Hospital cleaner and Lido attendants Shaftesbury what’s ons

On The Alfred Daily Today: C13 and A350 no longer considered as main M4 to Poole link Fontmell Magna opposes housing proposal and claims stronger opposition case Shaftesbury Library volunteers pick and deliver books to your doorstep for free Set sail with Shaftesbury Arts Centre's youth performers in nautical plays on April 1st Expert crime novel reviewer will share advice at Shaftesbury's first-ever writing festival Cutting-edge collectibles: Semley antique experts on cutlery must-buys Fontmell Magna opposes housing proposal and claims stronger opposition case Shaftesbury what's on Visitors' views - Southend to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury jobs

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town councillor proposes bus gate compromise to keep both sides happy Dorset Council refuses Tesco's plan to compete with Shaftesbury high street trader Dorset Council gives grants to Shaftesbury hot food scheme and Abbey's historic video The media storm when spiritual author said Shaftesbury was the centre of the earth Motcombe shop report - the man who brings freshly baked cakes Jan Walls' gardening from the Maltings More A30 road closures through Donhead The author of ‘Wild About Dorset’ to share stories at Stur Lit Fest View from the hill - accidental visitors who missed the Shroton turn-off Soundscape - horse feeding in French Mill Lane

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council rejects Fontmell Council's village pub bid application Shaftesbury High Street market trader appears on national TV Urgent appeal as Shaftesbury mental health group told to vacate premises Paul Merefield's pub quiz Meet my pet: Shaftesbury Alsatian owner Paul Walk of the Week - Dave Greenman's Arthurian Legends destination Holloway expert on why Dinah's Hollow and Semley Hollow are special Shaftesbury events guide Karen Cole reviews spy thriller 'The Case' soundscape - A white tipped bumblebee at Enmore Green

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council officials tour Shaftesbury market to assess pedestrianisation potential. Abbey Schoolkids give top marks to new St James' playpark after preview viewing. Lisbon energy company set to light-up Motcombe and reduce shop costs. Discover what's on in Shaftesbury. Shaftesbury schoolboy represents our town in Rotary cooking contest. Explore Adrian Ryder's bookshelf on Ashmore and old farming ways. Somerset visitors rate the town in "View from the Hill". Join Lindsey Death for a springtime wildlife walk in the woods. Resident calls for hot desk space in Shaftesbury.

On The Alfred Daily Today: 30-room Shaftesbury care home – yours for £1.1 M Park Walk vandalism will cost Shaftesbury Town Council £600 Guys Marsh Prison café won’t reopen Why you’ll see dozens of cyclists around Shaftesbury this Saturday AONB's Shaftesbury Drop-in - how to spot orchids and identify trees Dorset Chamber CEO says budget sensible, MP Simon Hoare welcomes pothole cash The mystery of the flashing Compton Abbas light Donhead United host second Air Ambulance fundraiser Jackie and Jackie reminisce about sixties life in Fontmell and Compton Painting to tackle PTSD - Shaftesbury artists exhibit work that’s helped their mental health New tourism group will showcase North Dorset, instead of the seaside

On The Alfred Daily Today: Proposed Motcombe Estate development raises fear of flooding and fatalities among locals Dorset Council seeks landowners interested in selling for housing developments Shaftesbury's secret tunnels and Thomas Hardy's heart feature in 'Real Dorset' book Cann sailor to run London Marathon in support of brave RNLI crews East Londoner raves about friendly locals in Shaftesbury's 'View from the Hill' Dorset Council offers sign language contact for enhanced accessibility Fontmell Housing recognised for good design in national magazine Shaftesbury second-hand shop dealt with mystery of missing mannequin hand Shaftesbury events Shaftesbury poet Richard Foreman's 'Night Flights' Soundscape - Chiff chaffs on Shaftesbury's Castle Hill  

On The Alfred Daily Today: Coombe House turns a corner, but councillors begin to question costs Expert will share the gripping tale of a fleeing king in Gold Hill Museum talk Former Motcombe pupil returns to manage The Mitre ahead of refurb Snow and St Patrick's Day plans - Maltings gardener Jan Walls Shaftesbury what's ons Dorset Police won't tolerate misogyny as national report reveals complaints about staff From Oxford Street to our High Street - top window decorator brightens Shaftesbury shop front Schoolboy chef flies the flag for Shaftesbury in regional Rotary cooking contest Shaftesbury author Angela McAllister on rejection and kids' comprehension View from the hill - Reading photographers visit after seeing Gold Hill snow pic Shaftesbury poet Marigold Rumble 'How Time Flies'

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On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons The Maltings’ summertime holiday project chosen for national study From a family of writers: Shaftesbury author will inspire creatives at festival Renowned jazz performer plays ‘special’ Saxophone at Donhead Gig Explore the wonders of the universe: Stargazing under Donhead’s dark skies   Kate and Karren chat about Castle Hill’s new picnic benches   Shaftesbury schoolgirls Stars Appeal Easter Hamper fundraiser   View from the hill – Visitor from Reading Shaftesbury writer Anne Toomey reads her story, "A Change of Direction"   Soundscape: Blackbird song on Breach Lane

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury reconfirms commitment to fair trade with new signage and flyers  Motcombe councillor urges villagers to use or lose bus service Volunteers serve soup to sixty at Shaftesbury Lent Lunch. Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz Meet My Pet: David and Pippin Cabin Band and Masons help Shaftesbury Mental Health Group raise hundreds North Dorset singer-songwriter Nick Coleman previews Mustons gig on Sunday View from the Hill Motcombe with White Hart Link co-founder Jan Wardell Karen Cole's book review: A Stolen Memory by David Beckler. Soundscape: the calls of a crow, great tit, and blue tit at Umbers Hill.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury tourist information service rescued Park Run launches in Shaftesbury Consultation considers sending Shaftesbury stroke patients to Taunton Job vacancies available: check out Jane's listings in Shaftesbury Former Shaftesbury resident longs to return and shares their thoughts Councillor discovers amount paid by developers for Shaftesbury community projects Take a wintry wellbeing walk with Lindsey Death   Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf  Shaftesbury events: what's on in the area

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dog mess mars Motcombs meadows; councillors consider options Dorset council tax set to be fourth highest in the country this year North Dorset MP supports Prostate Cancer 'Boys Need Bins' campaign  Dorset Police advise residents burglary increased linked to Amazon deliveries Town councillors approve proposed new home integrated into Shaftesbury's slopes Jackie and Jeanette reflect on gadgets we can't imagine living without Shaftesbury author publishes fourth book on flora and fauna Hugglers Hole tourism business provides alpacas for weddings and hospital visits  Shaftesbury man knocked to the ground by out-of-control dog Town council announces 2023 grant procedure: Get ready to grab a grand Ashmore Woods soundscape - Great tit Shaftesbury What's Ons and traffic report.

On The Alfred Daily Today: Closed schools and cars stuck on Spread Eagle Hill - Shaftesbury's big snow day Town Council backs Maltings 20mph zone but next steps are uncertain Friends who own Folde Bookshop featured in The Guardian on Women's Day See new lambs and the medieval deer park as Gutchpool Farm opens its gates Motcombe to serve up Italian Festival - Food and a movie on the menu! Paul Jordan previews Arts Centre movie View from the Hill - West London visitors Shaftesbury what's ons Big lorries cause chaos on Bell Street following High Street closure Tourism website rates Shaftesbury as the third-best 'small village' Time to apply for Carnival 2023 cash Soundscape - Daybreak on Pine Walk

On The Alfred Daily Today: Alfred’s Dorset weatherman Shaun Lovett predicts 2 inches of snow Breath of fresh air- Shaftesbury’s new lung health choir Coombe House changes addressed staffing issues - future plans revealed Berwick fundraisers plan vintage vehicle convoy on private Salisbury Plan roads Health centre pop-up reveals need for Shaftesbury carers event Town council to debate 20mph on The Maltings tonight Shaftesbury what’s ons Detours for back lane drivers between Motcombe and Gillingham Soundscape – woodpecker at The Butts in Shaftesbury

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council asked to make The Maltings a 20mph zone Shaftesbury Rotary announces the annual Rachel Caldwell Civic Award winners The latest bargains this week at three of our town's charity shops Cakes and poetry for St Peter's Church Shaftesbury's hedgerows appear healthy - Learn more in a talk on Monday Final parcel pickup day at the TIC tomorrow, Tuesday Cuppa and a free chat at outdoor mental health support meetup today Shaftesbury Arts Centre announces new focus on families Shaftesbury area history - Where and when would you have seen windmills? Soundscape - Grouse and pheasants at dusk in Ashmore

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s TIC shuts down as directors declare it no longer viable Air ambulance called but not needed in Shaftesbury crash - Fire chief tells us about incident 95-year-old Ted Gibbs shares memories of wartime bombs and St James' Common Shaftesbury writer Maggie Pierce's 'The Party's Over' Kate and Karren chat 'Over the Garden Fence' Circus returning for Coronation weekend BV Dairy thanks staff with free pizzas Tom Clements performs first Shaftesbury gig today since returning What's on in Shaftesbury - Latest events and activities

On The Alfred Daily Today TIC remains closed - top-up card customers told to find plan B for now Owner wants to build a micro solar farm in Melbury Motcombe farm and equestrian buildings could become homes Sign of the times – Chalkboard artist offers a course in Donhead Walk of the week – White Hart Link co-founder shares top 3 Spring suggestions Kate Scott’s chicken keeping diary Shaftesbury Cricket Club offers Friday fun for 5-8 year-olds again Shaftesbury what’s ons - Huge sale at Virginia Hayward, car boot Sunday Meet my Pet – Theresa and Maureen share stories of their spaniels Paul Merefield’s Saturday quiz Shaftesbury book blogger Karen Cole recommends ‘The Space Between Us’ Job vacancy at Ye Olde Two Brewers Soundscape – Dawn chorus at Castle Hill

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Fontmell Council Expects Big Turnout for Meeting on New Estate Plan Agreed - First Step in Park Walk Potholes and Surface Improvements Lindsey Death's Mindfulness Walk at Rolt Millennium Green Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - All About the River Sturkle Marathon Man Prepares for London Run with 14-Time Entrant Viv Budd Drivers Delayed as Lorry Blocks St John's Hill Shaftesbury Twinning's Work Recognised by British Legion in Presentation View from the Hill - Ramblers Rate Shaftesbury's Scenery

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Chief Constables For Dorset And Wiltshire Start Work Dorset Police Say ‘Nothing Suspicious’ About Late Night Group Gathering On Salisbury Street Shaftesbury High Street ‘Green Market’ For Week-Long Climate Change Event Charlton Farmer Spills The Beans On His Lucrative Greener Crop View From The Hill - Welsh Visitors Love Welcome On Our Gold Hillside Crown Hunt For Kids Considered For Official Shaftesbury Coronation Events Seeds Of Change - New Chairman’s Compelling Reasons To Join Shaftesbury's Gardening Club Jackie And Jeanette On Political Correctness Why Motcombe Parish Council Opposes Café Bar And Community Hub Plan Motcombe Flower Grower Promotes British Flowers For Mother's Day ‘Cold Feet’ - A Poem By Shaftesbury Writer Richard Foreman

On The Alfred Daily Today: Former Guy’s Marsh Prison Officer Jailed for Relationship with Inmate Dorset Council to Double Second Homes Tax as Owners Call for Concessions Boost Your Wellbeing with Social Prescribing Session in Shaftesbury Parents Advised on Packed Lunches Following Prime Energy Drink Concerns Shaftesbury Fire Crew Attend Car Fire on Salisbury Road Motcombe Talk on Frosty Russian-Western Relations is Sell-Out Shaftesbury Gallery’s Covid Show is About Statements Rather Than Sales Snowdrop Art Winners Announced Planet Shaftesbury Members Urged to Respond to Environment and Planning Consultation Shaftesbury What’s Ons Soundscape – Lambs at Hugglers Hole

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tributes Paid to Donhead Heavy Horse Breeder Randy Hiscock Villagers Will Remember the Man Who Told Melbury's Story – Bob Breach Shaftesbury Christmas Lights - Not Just for Christmas Aurora spotters in Win Green hedgerows everywhere ‘like zombies’ Shaftesbury What's Ons and Job Vacancies No Words - Choir Set to Sing with No Lyrics in Exciting Shaftesbury Collaborations Shaftesbury Historian Talk and Walk Will Reveal Unexpected London Sights in Swanage Jan Wall's Gardening from The Maltings - March Means Daffodils View from the Hill: Portesham Visitors Impressed by Shaftesbury Soundscape: Rooks in Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Stunning glass-walking demo and food featured at Shaftesbury’s Ukrainian cultural event Police seek witnesses after teenage cyclist sent to hospital following collision with van in Shaftesbury Donhead, Semley, and Berwick MP reselected How Sedgehill will boost biodiversity in three open spaces Town Council intends to build Maltings hall after Dorset Council withdrew Cllr Yeo's group's £900k offer Shaftesbury celebrity chef plugs our town on telly 'Hugh' was hilarious - High praise for Belle Street's musical written in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury events Charity shop bargains Rise and deliver - Debbie's morning bread drop-offs at Motcombe’s village shop Soundscape - Goldfinch in an oak tree by Nick Crump

On The Alfred Daily Today: Prostate patients with incontinence face social isolation - Shaftesbury man wants support for change Authors offered real-time feedback from live audiences at Shaftesbury writing festival Pop-up antiques window sale in former Hine and Parsons proves popular Perk up your ears - Shaftesbury busker Conor releases single about coffee shop Shaftesbury what's ons Renowned jazz performer Art Themen will play Donhead venue he helped restore Shaftesbury residents can ride a railway to a fairytale castle during German twin town trip Kate and Karren chat 'over the garden fence' about new Shaftesbury snowdrop sightings Short story – Ann Brooks reads 'Coming Home' Wanted - Musicians for Artic Monkeys-style band Soundscape - Birds in Ludwell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Emotional message from deputy mayor as Shaftesbury stands with Ukraine Shaftesbury what's ons Warning for Shaftesbury dog owners after badger attacks in town New novel brings first Shaftesbury abbess to life Meet my Pet - Mungo and Kate Walk of the week - A trek around The Tarrants View from the Hill - Friends from Wells love Shaftesbury Karen Coles' book recommendation - A novel by Paul E Hardisty Paul Merefield’s quiz Soundscape - A song thrush in Donhead St Mary

On The Alfred Daily Today: Licence to Thrill - Two hours of James Bond-themed hits in Shaftesbury concert Dorset Police commit to take action on illegal fly-tipping and fox hunting View from the Hill – Wells visitors love Shaftesbury Melbury Sunday music session encourages collaboration and creativity North Dorset Male Voice Choir - First 2023 gig next week before first Shaftesbury Fringe Shaftesbury woman launches nail business to overcome her anxiety Nature's therapeutic power: A relaxing riverside walk for wellbeing with Lindsey Death Shaston Club extends opening Dorset Council uses government grant for toilet changing places – None in North Dorset Preview of National Theatre’s Othello at Shaftesbury Arts Centre tomorrow Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - The River Lodden and its streams Soundscape - Ducks and lambs in Fontmell

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Dorset councillor quizzed on Planning meeting absence and bus gate stance Shaftesbury what’s ons Motcombe Council opposes ‘overdevelopment’ with two new bungalows Tourism news from Trevor Clements of the TIC Meet the soup-er heroes planning Lent lunches in Motcombe and Shaftesbury Shaftesbury author of Chat GPT book shares pitfalls and potential of the tech Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about childhood annuals Stiles and signs should enhance Motcombe countryside access Soundscape - Birds at Donkey Field orchard

On The Alfred Daily Today: Working party will tackle empty shops but two councillors say they’re side-lined and oppose it Help identify unknown Cranborne Chase historical sites from your sofa Town Council congratulates Snowdrop volunteers Shaftesbury’s Belle Street to sing for quake appeal – and their musical sells out You don’t have to be a Motcombe villager to help with the fete £4k grant for Shaftesbury refugee group helping Ukrainian guests Ghost stories by candlelight at Larmer Tree on Friday Shaftesbury snowdrop poetry by Adrian Ryder View from the Hill - South American visitors love Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what’s ons Soundscape - A nut hatch at Wardour by Nick Crump