On The Alfred Daily Today:

Police Commissioner asks whether you'll pay more council tax for Dorset Police - again

Friends crowdsource for Shaftesbury family after thieves steal caravan filled with presents

Christmas in China - David Grierson's memories

Motcombe's donkey procession amended due to weather

Philippa Davis' edible advent calendar - Ecco Gelato

Shaftesbury tree felling approved as ash dieback takes hold

Tackling climate change with a new wood for Higher Coombe

123 applications for Shaftesbury's 2023 TEDx talks

Mental health support available in Shaftesbury over holidays

Ludwell resident Marie Stubbs on celebrating the solstice

Jan Walls' festive gardening advice

Semley Primary children sing carols