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By Community Correspondent The summer sunshine has helped to generate a record amount of renewable energy at Bristol Airport - producing the equivalent in power used by almost 400 homes in a year. More than 1,425,000 Kwh of energy has been generated from the Airport's solar
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By Business Editor Blinds By Mark, a trusted name in blinds and curtain installations across Bristol and beyond, is proudly celebrating two major milestones: over 500 combined five-star reviews across Google and Facebook, and official recognition as a Which? Trusted Trader. The Which? Trusted Trader endorsement is one of the
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By Business Editor The award-winning JW Vending started as a small family venture 25 years ago with one coffee machine at the inspirational Bristol Royal Infirmary Children’s Hospital. Since then, it has grown into one of the South West’s fastest-growing suppliers. Founded by John Worgan after he took
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By Community Correspondent This year marks a remarkable milestone for Paisley local, Kirsty Atherton, as she celebrates 40 years of service with Marks and Spencer - a journey that has taken her from her first shift as a teenager to her current role as Team Manager at M&S
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By Community Correspondent Wind, rain, and thunder did nothing to deter the enthusiasm of the 40 teams who took part in playing in the 14th annual charity boules tournament run by Taunton-based developers Summerfield, raising £3,500. The tournament and lunch, held at Taunton Deane Cricket Club, was in aid
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By Business Correspondent Award-winning entrepreneur and allergy advocate Julianne Ponan MBE has been named a finalist in the prestigious Business Woman of the Year category at the 2025 Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs). Julianne, who is the CEO and founder of Creative Nature, joins an impressive list of women recognised for
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By Community Correspondent Bristol Airport has launched the second cohort of its Take Off Programme, a training and skills initiative designed to help young people aged 18-24 take the next step into employment. This follows on from the success of the first Take Off Programme ‘Soaring to Success’ where five
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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 Business Editor A serial award-winning construction firm, founded by former professional rugby players with a passion for mental wellbeing, is expanding at pace across the Southwest of England – creating exciting new jobs and a blueprint for positive change in the construction industry. Despite being a relatively new company, Evolution
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By Business Editor From luxury family homes to wellness spaces, Evolution Developments has earned a reputation for craftsmanship, care, and integrity. But it’s not just high-end builds and bespoke renovations that define their mission — it’s improving lives through construction. In partnership with GSH Projects, the company recently completed
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By Business Correspondent One of the region’s biggest private sector employers is holding a Careers Fair offering job seekers the chance to explore over 150 exciting job roles. Bristol Airport is showcasing the wide range of permanent and seasonal opportunities available at the Airport, including customer service, hospitality and
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By Business Editor Pigeon Solar Panels celebrates prestigious 2025/26 award recognition for excellence in renewable energy services. Somerset-based solar company Pigeon Solar Panels is celebrating a major milestone after being crowned the South West’s Solar Energy Company of the Year by the Corporate LiveWire Prestige Awards. Callun Purnell,
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By Business Editor What do elite-level rugby and yoga have in common? Not much on the surface — but both require discipline, focus, and balance. That’s exactly the mindset that former international rugby player turned construction entrepreneur Jake Caulfield brings to Evolution Developments — a company known for delivering bold transformations
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By Business Editor While some building firms focus only on large-scale renovations, Evolution Developments stands apart for its ability to deliver exceptional results on projects of every size — from full home transformations to practical outdoor upgrades that enhance everyday living. In a recent project in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, the team helped
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By Business Editor Blinds By Mark, a trusted name in blinds and curtain installations across Bristol and beyond, is proudly celebrating two major milestones: over 500 combined five-star reviews across Google and Facebook, and official recognition as a Which? Trusted Trader. The Which? Trusted Trader endorsement is one of the
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By Business Editor Five-star rated solar firm expands nationwide after landmark job in Bristol using cutting-edge solar robot. One of the South West’s fastest-growing solar panel cleaning companies has just completed its biggest project yet – using robot technology - and it’s already lining up even larger commercial jobs