People
By Community Correspondent A Ukrainian refugee who fled the war has found a new purpose in Sunderland, helping others through her new role at The Salvation Army. Olena Myronova, who arrived in the UK with her husband and daughter, now works as a Refugee Support Co-ordinator and Translator at Monkwearmouth
Animals
By Jill Dando News A line-up of top cats who have transformed the lives of people across the nation have been announced as finalists in the National Cat Awards organised by Cats Protection. The annual awards honours the UK’s most extraordinary cats and people who love them, celebrating moggies
Business
By Business Editor Somerset Construction Firm Led by Former International Rugby Players Celebrates One Year of Rapid Growth, Dozens of Satisfied Customers, Business Awards and Parliamentary Recognition Dozens of delighted customers across Somerset are celebrating the one-year anniversary of Evolution Construction—a business that’s not only building homes but
Business
By Business Editor Top Safety Accreditation for Local business Evolution Developments Southwest Ltd has been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace. Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading accreditation scheme which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst contractors. It
People
By Business Correspondent What began as a makeshift clothes swap on Brick Lane — a rack, a cardboard sign, and three students with an idea — has now grown into one of the UK’s most exciting sustainable fashion ventures. Now, CLOSWAP has officially opened its first permanent store in Finsbury, marking
Animals
By Jill Dando News As Bring Your Dog to Work Day approaches on 20 June, new research reveals that London is the top dog when it comes to pet-friendly workplaces, with more offices in the capital welcoming canine companions than anywhere else in the UK. According to data from The
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By Hazel R, Year 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent at Clevedon School Ellie and Lizzie were just two of the students who took part in the Bath Literary festival this year. Students from Year 7-13 had their work selected and commented on by award winning children’s author, Lu Hersey,
Animals
By Evie, Liv and Livvy, Year 7, Jill Dando News Correspondents at Clevedon School Bees are so important, yet we often do not value them enough. They help produce a lot of the food that we eat daily, not just honey! They are one of the top pollinators in the
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By Jaiden, Jill Dando News Correspondent at Priory School Jazmin Hyde, a girl from Lincoln, transformed her mental health by eating healthily and exercising. She became fitter and healthier in the space of just one year. Her success was from “filling up on fresh foods rather than takeaways” and more
News
By Jill Dando News A UWE Bristol manager who founded a pioneering cyber security initiative for young people has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list. Elaine Brown, a Schools Outreach Manager at the university who founded Unlock Cyber in 2018, has been awarded an MBE for her
Health,
By Health Correspondent Food and drink brands that champion natural ingredients and stay clear of ultra processing (UPF) are being officially recognised for the first time with the launch of The NatureMade Food & Drink Awards. Founded by industry veteran Pip Martin, The NatureMade Food & Drink Awards recognises outstanding
Education
By Education Correspondent Clevedon School's 31 strong company CYT (Clevedon Youth Theatre) in Somerset, had the incredible opportunity to premiere the musical, One Evacuee, written by Mark Wheeller and others and composed by Jack Simmonds. Head of Performing Arts, Debbie Morgan said: “It was a huge honour to
Animals
By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News and the Good News Post The Donkey Sanctuary Ethiopia and Addis Ababa University have announced details of a new, joint strategy to elevate the status and welfare of Ethiopia’s hard-working donkeys and mules, at celebrations marking three decades of working together. The ambitious
Health,
By Health Correspondent In a landmark breakthrough for gene therapy, researchers from UCL have reported the longest-known follow-up of any treatment for haemophilia B, confirming its safety and effectiveness more than a decade after initial administration. The study, published in The New England Journal of Medicine, follows 10 adults with
Charity
By Josh Bell, Charitable and Schools Correspondent In a heartwarming moment of unity and community spirit, the Donate For Defib WsM Project Team had the immense honour of welcoming the new High Sheriff of Somerset, Janet, and her son Rory to Revo Kitchen this Thursday. The visit was a celebration
Education
By Jill Dando News British Museum leading philanthropist Frédéric Jousset has launched a major campaign to tackle cultural inequality in the UK by bringing over a hundred thousand children on school trips to museums across the country. His foundation, Art Explora, teamed up with the British Museum to launch Time