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New queen gives royal approval

New Swanage Carnival Queen Drew Hamilton has performed the first official duty of her ‘royal’ year.
The 18-year-old began a busy few months by visiting the offices of her sponsor, Ellis Jones Solicitors, in Swanage High Street.

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Charles with his 'nurses'

‘Life in a Hospital’ not as bad as you think!

Charles Michael Duke is a born entertainer who is refusing to let the fact that he has cystic fibrosis prevent him from performing.
Having been forced to spend much of the last year in hospital, Charles, from Hordle, in Dorset, decided to turn the experience into a positive and has just released a comedy video performing his self-penned song ‘Life in a hospital’.

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Joan is a high-flyer

High-flying Joan Dampney is taking to the skies strapped to the wing of an aeroplane – at the age of 85.
The death-defying stunt is to raise money for Autism Wessex, a charity that the plucky grandmother has worked for over many years.

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Entertaining walks with tales of love and treachery

From Frankenstein to Fanny Cradock, a royal mistress and even Mr Selfridge, the “Romance and Scandal in Bournemouth” walking talks are sure to entertain. Lead by tour guide and local historian Hattie Miles, these circular guided walks provide a tantalising journey that spills the beans regarding tales that have shocked, scandalised, enchanted and amused the town’s residents over the years.

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East Dorset resident celebrates 100th birthday

West Moors resident Richard Earnshaw has celebrated his 100th birthday.
Richard, who was born during the First World War, was joined by East Dorset District Council Chairman Cllr Steven Lugg along with close family and friends for his birthday celebrations at the St Leonards Hotel. Richard’s grandson Simon said that his grandfather was “particularly honoured” to receive a visit from the Chairman.

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Fern-tastic Fete on the Field

An estimated 2,000 people attended the Fern-tastic Fete on the Field on 20 June. Opened by local MP Chris Chope it included live acts, a magician, characters from Enchanted Parties, pony rides, paintball, stalls and a dog show. Ferndown town clerk Vanessa Ricketts led a cavalcade of classic cars around the showground and the mayor,…

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