On The Alfred Daily Today:

No omicron in Dorset yet, says Public Health Dorset.

Crowds turn out to see Shaftesbury lights switch-on.

Weldmar will recycle Shaftesbury trees at Christmas.

Weekend handmade arts and crafts fair in Fontmell.

Shaftesbury pod maker has expanded production.

One man Dickens show brings ‘A Christmas Carol’ to Motcombe.

Lions announce amended Santa visit dates following new variant changes.

Wildlife-friendly gardener ‘Dirty Nails’

Soundscapes - Pine Walk birds and a plane.