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

1. Bridport's town surveyor urged not to retire after receiving lifetime achievement award

Daryl Chambers has been recognised and awarded the National Association of British Market Authorities' lifetime achievement award for his work with the group and Bridport Market.

2. Colfox student 'Braves the Shave' to raise more than £1,400 for charity

A level student Jess St Barbe Baker has shaved her hair off to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

3. Filling Bridport's streets with music: Clocktower Too opens in South Street

Clocktower Music's 'young apprentice' Clocktower Too is open in South Street, specialising in CDs, memorabilia and vinyl.

4. Popular makers' market returns rebranded this month

The Highlands End Makers' Market returns this month with more than 35 stalls of local produce, arts, crafts and gifts.

5. Business of the week: Photographer Doug Chalk

Doug Chalk has been selling his renowned Colmer's Hill calendar for almost 10 years - find him under his infamous red gazebo at Bridport market.

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