On The Alfred Daily Today:

Countryside charity opposed to building in Dorset AONB.

National award success for Shaftesbury hospital worker.

See in 2022 in Shaftesbury with the band that wants to be the biggest in North Dorset

Paul Merefield's pub quiz.

What’s ons.

Meet my Pet – The Truckle Truck’s Carolyn Hopkins and tabby, Leo.

Walk of the Week – A short drive to a lesser visited National Trust property.

Kate Scott's chicken keeping diary.

Shaftesbury book reviewer Karen Cole recommends ‘Science Fiction’ by CR Berry.

Soundscapes - Dawn with a blackbird and thrush at a Castle Hill holly bush.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Free Shaftesbury car parking in the run-up to Christmas.

Shaftesbury councillors oppose Barratt Homes’ plans because they repeat ‘previous mistakes’.

Can you cook Christmas Day dinners for dozens of Shaftesbury and Gillingham folk?

Shaftesbury Legion volunteers will be reimbursed for War Memorial refurb.

How to spot the original St James’ village with archaeologist Julian Richards.

Why it pays to pay for a fitness pro – Shaftesbury wellness expert Laura Langley.

Birds in a Castle Hill holly tree – recorded by Nick Crump.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

‘I need to go to Semley to tell her’ – Best friend on justice for murdered PC Yvonne Fletcher.

Shaftesbury Town Council changes stance on controversial Motcombe solar farm.

Explained at last - Why Shaftesbury and Dorset car parks sometimes won’t take cash.

FOSS Group pleased with campaign extending Oasis Pool season and access to St Mary’s.

Dorset Council list climate emergency achievements so far

Wanted - Artists-in-residence who appreciate the scenery on Shaftesbury’s doorstep.

Growing up in 60s Fontmell and Compton - Jackie and Jeanette on shopping for kitchenware.

Shaftesbury what’s ons and jobs.

Soundscapes - A juvenile blackbird in a holly tree on Park Walk.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Witness appeal after car is vandalised and man punched on Bell Street.

Youth urinates on Shaftesbury café window with diners inside - police commissioner responds.

New name for St Mary’s School appeals to former staff and pupils.

Super-sized new timetable will make Shaftesbury bus trip planning easier.

Donheads flood warden welcomes Wiltshire Council preparedness message.

Now a 15-0 win for Shaftesbury FC

Friend of murdered Semley PC Yvonne gets justice in court ruling

Shaftesbury what’s ons and job vacancies.

Soundscapes – Breach Lane bird feeder close up at breakfast time.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Owner explains why Shaftesbury’s iconic Hine and Parsons store is for sale.

Ye Old Two Brewers Inn landlord is pleased with pub licence review.

Ludwell man completes fundraiser to thank Royal British Legion for support.

Shaftesbury, Motcombe and Fontmell schools still working on carbon neutral date plan.

Community company could bring sustainable power and electric car share to Motcombe.

Shaftesbury what’s ons and job vacancies.

Wildlife-friendly gardener ‘Dirty Nails’.

Soundscapes – Birds feed on berries in St John's churchyard yew trees.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Shaftesbury remembers the fallen including Britain’s Polish allies.

Volunteers make light work of Shaftesbury Christmas tree placement.

Shaftesbury FC’s manager on the Rockies’ recent rugby-like scores!

Shaftesbury eco-activists share COP26 experiences on return from Glasgow.

Town Council backs Enmore Green beehives with a payment proviso.

Shaftesbury Youth Theatre - developing future talent.

Shaftesbury what’s ons, today’s road closure and jobs.

A blackbird, wren and magpie at dawn on Breach Lane.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Shaftesbury records its highest covid rate since the pandemic began.

Shaftesbury's next environmental target – a butterfly-friendly town.

Toy Story 2 – Cranbornes’ permanent toy shop follows pop-up success.

Nationally recognised flower arranging expert will inspire Shaftesbury residents.

Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’.

Wendy Reid chats with Shaftesbury Tree Group’s Christina Strickland at Duncliffe.

A Sunday short story from Jenny Parker.

Soundscapes – Jackdaws flock at dusk at Duncliffe.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Motcombe solar farm under consideration again.

Port Regis School sets ‘ambitious’ zero carbon target.

Why Dorset Police want you to take unwanted knives to the Wincombe tip.

Restoring Shaftesbury's war memorial railings for Remembrance Day.

Paul Merefield’s pub quiz.

Meet my Pet - Louise Canty and Lottie.

Shaftesbury what’s ons and job vacancies.

Walk of the Week - Tom Perrett’s guide for not getting lost.

Shaftesbury chicken keeper Kate Scott's diary.

Shaftesbury book reviewer Karen Cole recommends ‘Flight of the Shearwater’ by Alan Jones.

Soundscapes - Recorded by Nick Crump.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Shaftesbury bar owner ‘puts the community first’ and extends temporary covid closure.

Dorset Council won't reveal reason for cash payment problems in Shaftesbury's car parks.

Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce encourages you to decorate town’s Christmas trees.

Motcombe Parish Council to address calls for 20mph zone after traffic volume and level of speeding is revealed

Royal British Legion chairman pleased by Armistice Day support.

Shaftesbury what’s ons and jobs.

Dorset dialect expert John Cluett on William Barnes’ homemade instrument.

Shaftesbury Wellness Shark Laura Langley asks ‘are you renting or owning your body?’

Soundscapes – Dawn breaks on Gascoigne's Lane.

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Motcombe villagers discuss future flood precautions after two floods in ten days.

Why Blackmore Vale GPs are not inviting all eligible patients for covid boosters.

Help Motcombe locals fill shoeboxes with gifts for people in need.

£10k fundraiser to bring Ghanaian students to Shaftesbury.

Armistice Day events in Shaftesbury.

Shaftesbury what’s ons.

Two Grow Up in Dorset - First jobs for Jackie and Jeanette.

Soundscapes - Nick Crump records a great tit in Enmore Green hawthorn.