More Packaging-Free Refillable Shopping Coming To Shaftesbury
Wednesday was World Refill Day, a global event which aims to discourage single-use plastics.
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Fontmell’s Springhead Trust Reaches Renewable Energy Milestone
The Springhead Trust in Fontmell Magna is celebrating generating 100,000 kilowatts of power using its solar photovoltaic panels.
Wildlife-Friendly Gardener ‘Dirty Nails’ – A Warning On Watering Seeds And Runner Bean Shortages
‘Dirty Nails’ says there’s a shortage of runner bean plants!
New Town Council Collaboration Means More Wildflower Verges For Shaftesbury
What’s your opinion on Shaftesbury Town Council’s wildflower verge trial? On Tuesday, councillors heard it’s been popular so it’s going to continue.
Semley’s Alternative Weekly Market Plans To Relaunch And Expand
Every Friday, a group of growers, makers and sustainable grocers get together to sell their produce at Tokes Farm in Semley.
‘Dirty Nails’ On Grafting Apple Trees And Shaftesbury’s Mighty Oak Trees
Wildlife-friendly gardener ‘Dirty Nails’ is here with more seasonal gardening tips from his St James allotment.
Dorset Council Discusses E-Vehicle Charging For Drivers Without Driveways
Dorset councillor Carole Jones raised charging provision for residents without driveways in a council meeting last week.
Help Protect A Special Shaftesbury-Area Chalk Stream
Can you help to conserve and preserve an important Shaftsbury area chalk stream?
Weed Clearance Shows Results On Breach Common As 2021 Programme Starts
Weed clearance started again today at Breach Common.
Environmental Campaigner Says Town Council Needs To Publicise Climate Emergency Actions
Dorset Council is responsible for 250,000 trees along its highways. They replace trees which must be felled for safety reasons. Now the council will plant two trees for each tree removed.