On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dorset Council gains top marks for support of military personnel

Shaftesbury hospital explains use of costly generators

Extra aquafit session for Shaftesbury pool

Shaftesbury what’s ons

Grant enables digital display for Shaftesbury TIC

Volunteers make headway with Breach Common clearance

Why a Fringe comedian’s routine should amuse Shaftesbury swimmers

Nordic walking leader to swim across Solent for Shaftesbury mental health group

View from a Hill - Hertfordshire visitor enchanted by abbey

Nick Andrew’s gardening guide

Soundscapes - Mixed evening bird song from Melbury