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

1. Curator who helped in the making of Netflix film The Dig is coming to Dorset Museum

Dr Sue Brunning helped adviser filmmakers on Peggy Piggot and the 1939 excavation of the Sutton Hoo burial ship in Suffolk will be sharing her knowledge.

2. Dorchester business of the month: Cards For Any Occasion

Welcome to our business of the month!

3. Dorset County Hospital submits report highlighting plans for new facilities, buildings and key worker homes

It has submitted a screening report to Dorset Council ahead of a full planning application and highlights some of the proposals.

4. Downton Abbey writer to present Dorchester and Poundbury Business Awards

Winners will have the pleasure of receiving their awards from Julian Fellowes at the annual awards next month.

5. Increased car parking charges to come in from next week

Charges will go up to £1 for an hour to park in Dorset Council-owned car parks across the town.

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