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

1. Dorchester care home rated 'Good' after unannounced CQC inspection

Agincare's Cheriton Care Home has retained its 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission.

2. Weldmar Hospicecare's summer fete returns after Covid cancelled it for the first time

The popular Weldmar Hospicecare summer fete returns to the inpatient unit in September to raise vital funds for the charity. 

3. Last chance to see this year's amazing Dorset Sunflower Trail

The Dorset Sunflower Trail at Dorchester's Maiden Castle Farm finishes this Sunday but there's time for one last visit.

4. Dorset businesses urged to stop selling disposable barbecues

With the recent dry and hot weather, Litter Free Dorset is doubling its efforts to get Dorset business to stop selling disposable barbecues. 

5. Walk of the week: A stroll in Symondsbury

This week's walk is a 2.3mile loop in the Symondsbury countryside, taking just over an hour.