Mental Health
By Jill Dando News The CEO of a leading mental health charity has proposed a groundbreaking solution that could revolutionise the education system. Dawn Carey of In Charley’s Memory in Somerset said that the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's mental health has been catastrophic.
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By Grace, 14, Jill Dando News Correspondent The King Alfred School Academy proudly announced the appointment of its new team of Prefects and Student Union Representatives for the upcoming academic year. After a round of outstanding interviews, the school has selected a group of exceptional student leaders. "We were
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Evie, 12 and Amelie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondents Students of Priory Community School Academy joined in a special, invite-only evening celebration event to award them for sporting prowess. Some 93 students were commended for their sports achievements. Mayor of Weston Super Mare, John Crockwford-Hawley, attended the celebrations in recognition
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By Damien and Karsten, both 10, Jill Dando News Correspondents Year 6 students from Berrow Primary School participated in a comprehensive safety training day at the local pool. The event, aimed at equipping young people with crucial rescue and first aid skills, combined water safety exercises with CPR training. DON&
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By Jill Dando News Community spirit, fun and fundraising raised cash for Blagdon Playing Fields Association (BPFA) in Somerset. The BPFA are on a mission to breathe life back into the aging tennis court space and are striving to create an inclusive environment with sports facilities and activities for the
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By Jill Dando News Students from Priory Community School Academy in Worle put on their blue suede shoes this July for their incredible performance of 'All Shook Up'. Four nights of spectacular shows lit up the stage with star performances from a range of Year 9 and year
By Jill Dando News Coin experts at the UK's well known The Britannia Coin Company have sold a rare Gibraltar 50p for £4,500 after it was authenticated as a genuine 'error' coin. This coin is rare but expert Christopher Collects believes there are more in
By Evie,12 and Amelie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondents Priory Community School Academy has announced news to the school that they will be embracing new and improved houses as a reward system. Much like Harry Potter's school Hogwart's sorts students into special houses, the local
By Jill Dando News Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, a zoo and conservation charity in North Somerset, is celebrating its silver anniversary with a historic offer for visitors to help during the tough economic climate. Home of the big zoo animals, Noah’s Ark has grown from a family farm
People
By Jill Dando News Ellie Elston, a London-based singer and relative of Peter, the Corporate Lead Ambassador for Donate For Defib, recently collaborated with the organization's team during her West Country tour. The meeting, which took place at the Bridgwater Travelodge, involved a professional photo shoot and discussions
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By Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent Some 15 brilliant students stood up in front of other students, staff, friends and family to share their speech in a more formal setting to prepare them for their lives as an adult outside of school. The Edvocate Programme was a great opportunity
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By Emily, 13, Freya, 14, Kira, 14, Jill Dando News Correspondents Budding artists and photographers at The King Alfred School an Academy recently entered the current Rotary Art and Photography competition. The competition’s theme of 'Rebuilding' inspired a remarkable showcase of creativity among students and an impressive
Mental Health
By Jill Dando News A mental health CEO has backed Government changes to the Mental Health Act and has now called for more urgent funding. The Government’s changes outlined in the King’s Speech will aim to bring the Mental Health Act "into the 21st century with people
Business
By Jill Dando News A solar panel expert has expanded his expertise to help clients with his latest cutting-edge certification from the International Solar Cleaning Academy (ISCA) Callun Purnell of Pigeon Solar Panels is a 5-star clean sweep Google rated expertise touring the south west and the UK to help
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By Jaiden, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Apsi Witana, Jobby’s owner, was performing with her band when Jobby flew away from home. Apsi told SkyNews, “that's when he just bolted". It was such a horrible moment. He's never flown away before, but I have
Animals
By Jill Dando News Star of Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Vet, Peter Wright, will join a number of other animal experts and renowned pet artist, Hercule Van Wolfwinkle, at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon to celebrate National Human-Animal Bond Awareness Day on Sunday 28 July. The day is