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

1. Dance teacher moved to start classes for those with dementia

Fee Jeanes is starting special dementia ballet classes after being so moved by a lady who came to dance at one of her sessions.

2. Here are the businesses you help when you spend money at Bridport's independents

Colmers Hill Fashion, Fruits of the Earth, Bridport Lighting, Chisel Smokery, Leakers Bakery and D. Palmer share the local businesses they support.

3. Bridport high street welcomes Beccas Fabric Larder

Beccas Fabric Larder has found a new home in Bridport's South Street, bringing a range of textile products, workshops and courses.

4. New award launched by international writing competition Bridport Prize

The Bridport Prize has launched a new memoir award to be judged by author Cathy Rentzenbirk

5. Bridport business makes more than 10,000 kites for schools for Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Kites for Schools, based in Bridport, has been busy creating more than 10,000 eco-friendly kits for schools across the country.