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By Jill Dando News The first steps have been taken towards achieving a “School Street” in Derbyshire to reduce traffic and pollution outside a primary school by banning cars and motorbikes at peak times. William Gilbert Endowed CofE Primary School in Duffield, part of Derbyshire Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT), has
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By Jill Dando News A good night’s sleep does more than just help you feel rested—it might literally clear your mind. A new study published in the Cell Press journal Cell shows how deep sleep may wash away waste buildup in the brain during waking hours, an essential
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By Jill Dando News Olive, the Airedale Terrier who was rescued by Wells RNLI on Sunday 29 December after a life-threatening emergency, visited the station with her family and four-legged companion Nell to express their immense gratitude to the crew who saved her life. Olive had been found unresponsive in
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By Jill Dando News Pupils at West Pennard C of E had a visit from their winning named gritter, Spready Mercury. Somerset Council and its highways contractor, Kier, ran a competition with local schools to name 2 new gritters which have just joined the fleet. 6 were short-listed and West
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By Jill Dando News The Smiley Charity Film Awards, celebrating its seventh year as the world's largest purpose-driven film campaign, will return to The Indigo O2 on March 20, 2025. The event has garnered a record-breaking 520 entries this year. Public voting is now open until January 31,
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By Rosie, 11, Jill Dando News Correspondent Improve your body, mind and soul in 2025 with these fun, positive suggestions from our news team in Priory Community School, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset. January is seen as a Blue Monday month by many but here are 10 brilliant resolutions to change the story
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By Jill Dando News James Cooper has completed the remarkable feat of running a marathon every single day of 2024 for the suicide prevention charity Intrepid mental health advocate James Cooper, 37, has completed the remarkable feat of running a marathon every single day of 2024 for the suicide prevention
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By Jill Dando News Did you know that January is often considered the bluest month of the year? Studies show that a significant percentage of people feel low after the festive season, with tight budgets and gloomy weather adding to the blues. That’s why Noah's Ark are
By Business Editor Bristol-based Blinds By Mark is making waves in the window treatment industry with its exceptional Plantation shutters, offering a locally-manufactured alternative to long-lead-time imported products. The company, led by Mark and his dedicated team, has distinguished itself by providing UK-manufactured shutters with a remarkably quick turnaround of
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By Jill Dando News Alfie Watts has become the latest Ambassador for YoungMinds, the UK’s leading charity for children and young people’s mental health. The 21-year-old is no stranger to the pressures that young people face having struggled with his mental health after the loss of his mother
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By Jill Dando News Imagine what most 23-year-olds will be doing at midnight on New Year’s Eve, and it probably isn’t pushing their physical and mental capabilities to the limits. But for recent University of Exeter graduate, Emmet Meehan, that’s exactly how he’ll be welcoming in
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By Jill Dando News Michael Beynon has achieved a Guinness World Records title by walking 100km in one week – inspiring people with a learning disability along the way. Michael Beynon, a 29-year-old marathon runner from Chirk, North Wales, who has Down Syndrome has achieved a Guinness World Records title. Michael
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By Jill Dando News A behavioural science expert from The University of Warwick is sharing his five top tips to help you stick to your New Years resolutions. Whether it’s committing to exercise, saving money, or improving your diet, New Year’s resolutions offer an opportunity for self-improvement. Behavioural
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By Jill Dando News * In response to the cost of living crisis, Legacy Youth Zone, part of the Onside Network of Youth Zones in the UK, has been given funding from Intermediate Capital Group (ICG) to provide free hot meals this winter starting from January 2025. * Legacy Youth Zone previously
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By Jill Dando News Heritage sites, public buildings, and companies joined a national campaign to raise awareness of Samaritans in Ireland this Christmas. Samaritans Ireland's annual Longest Night appeal took place on Saturday, 21 December, the longest night of the year. The campaign reminds those struggling to cope
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By Jill Dando News The Prince and Princess of Wales have announced a new collaboration with local mental health charity, Norfolk and Waveney Mind, to boost mental health support for the rural and farming communities of Northwest Norfolk. The Prince and Princess are co-funding a new pilot programme which will