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.