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Here are the five top stories we have published this week:

1. Dorchester's Joey's Doggie Day Care names pet specialist of the year

The happy place for dogs is 'best in its market' and has won the South England Prestige Award - well done Joey's Doggie Day Care!

2. Week-long festival celebrating Dorchester's wonderful brewing history

Dorchester Brewing and Distilling Festival will offer tastings, events, local beers, talks, exhibitions and much more when it gets underway next week.

3. Spend a romantic evening with your loved one enjoying great food by the sea

The Club House in West Bexington has it all this Valentine's Day - a special French-themed menu, bespoke cocktails and a beautiful setting.

4. Success at Dorchester Beerex as more than 1,300 people raise around £18,000

The incredibly popular beer festival returned last weekend, bringing hoards of people to the Corn Exchange to enjoy local beer and cider.

5. Dorchester's first Super TIP opens in the post office

The Super Tourist Information Point offers visitors with a range of information, what's on, leaflets and Dorchester-related gifts. Pop in and have a look!

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