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A new Chatty bench has been unveiled at one of Dorset’s most picturesque coastal spots, encouraging visitors to take a moment to talk, listen, and connect. Designed to gently prompt open conversations, the bench aims to reduce loneliness and spark supportive dialogue around mental health... The bench, painted by local artist Helena Chessher, was created as part of a Dorset Mind initiative. Image: Dorset Mind The Chatty bench: Meaningful human connection The hand-painted bench

A viral Elm Tree Inn TikTok video has helped rescue a much-loved village pub in Dorset, earning its creators a nomination at the TikTok Awards UK & Ireland 2025. The historic Elm Tree Inn in Langton Herring closed in late 2023, prompting locals to launch a creative campaign to buy and reopen it as a community pub... Locals campaigning to save the Elm Tree Inn (Image: Natalia Goncherenko) Their Gen Z-style TikTok clip, which used humour and modern slang, quickly gained intern

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A Reg Foy tribute is being planned to honour a man whose life was dedicated to spreading joy, laughter, and kindness across Dorset and beyond. Known to many as entertainer Professor Crackerbang, or affectionately among hospital patients as one of the Fistula Boys, Reg Foy always brought a smile to people’s faces. Sadly, Reg passed away in February this year aged 83 — but his legacy continues through the love and dedication of his wife, Ellen, and their children Sarah, Mark a