The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2026

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Half-Term Fun In Shaftesbury: Football, Crafts, Bingo, And The Snowdrop Lantern Procession

Mayor Criticises Dorset Council Communication Over Christy's Lane Development Change

Alex Armstrong Memorial Fund Donates Hospital Welcome Box For Families

Botanical Candle Company Seeks Two Part-Time Team Members In Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury Cricket Club Invites Children To "Give Cricket A Go" This Spring

Family Business Behind Morrisons Daily And Elite Garages Grows With Major Purchase

Chelsea Appeals For Help After DPD Delivery Goes Missing In Shaftesbury

Tiny West Stour Moves Towards Its Own Neighbourhood Plan

Shaftesbury Carnival Shares Record £7,500 And Plans Ahead For 150th Year

BV Dairy Launches "Bike The Hedgerows" Challenge For Prostate Cancer UK

Dorset Council Approves Changes At Gold Hill, Long Cross, Kingsman's Lane, And Wincombe Business Park

One-Hour Drive Ideas For Thursday Night Entertainment Around The Region

Virginia Hayward Hamper Sale Offers "Fill A Box" Bargains On Saturday Morning

Half-Term Visitors Praise Gold Hill Museum After Finding The "Mummified Moggy"

Matt's Property Questions: Insurance After Exchange, Pantries, Fixtures, And Smart Home Accounts