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Category: Dorset

Posted on June 19, 2017

Folk legend Ralph McTell completes stunning line-up for Lyme Folk Weekend 2017


Another stunning line-up for Lyme Folk Weekend has been announced. Once again organisers of the festival, which takes place from September 1-3, have come up with a mix of talent, ranging from one of the most innovative contemporary artists to some of the folk world’s legendary names. Full story: Read more

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Posted on June 19, 2017

HUNDREDS JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER AT SHERBORNE RACE FOR LIFE

Sherborne Castle became a sea of pink on Sunday as hundreds of women joined the fight against cancer by taking part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life. Over 800 mums, daughters, sisters and friends showed their incredible commitment to the cause as they came together to help bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. Full story: Read more

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Posted on June 9, 2017

Dorset weaver-printmaker Jacy Wall tests her boundaries at New Exhibition

Jacy Wall. Photo: Matt Austin

On the face of it the prolonged, patient process of tapestry weaving has little in common with the traditional gentleman’s game of cricket – but West Dorset-based weaver and printmaker Jacy Wall would have us think again. “I listen to Test Match Special all the time, it’s an absolute inspiration,” she confides. Full story: Read more

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  • Man, 41, arrested after teens threatened with knife July 5, 2025
    One of the teenagers was taken to hospital with a cut to their shoulder.
  • Murder-accused father 'seen shouting at his baby' July 5, 2025
    Daniel Gunter's aunt told a court she saw him being "really rough" with his baby, who died last year.
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    The Palace of Westminster's newest recruits describe their whirlwind jobs and 74-hour weeks.
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    This week's picture roundup includes sunshine, Glastonbury Festival clean-up and young grebes.
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    The University of Bristol is hoping to change attitudes around grief by opening a new centre.

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