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By Josh Bell, Charitable and Schools Correspondent Ian Phillips, from Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, the creative force behind Ian Phillips Photography, is well known across Somerset and the South West for his vibrant, emotive photography. From candid weddings to whimsical fantasy shoots, Ian’s work brings stories to life. But beyond the
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By Jill Dando News Age Concern Hampshire is continuing its mission to support older people throughout the county with the launch of a brand-new Lunch Club, alongside its ongoing services at local Care and Wellbeing Centres. The charity’s Care and Wellbeing Centres provide older people with essential support, offering
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By Jill Dando News Pioneering national cancer care charity, Hope for Tomorrow, was one of several cancer charities to receive a royal invitation from HM The King to attend a special Palace reception last month, held in recognition of their work supporting cancer patients. Representing the charity in what they
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By Ellise Hollie-Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent March was Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and celebrate both the small and big milestones of those living with the condition. Harley has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, HIE (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy), hyperinsulinism, epilepsy, visual impairment, and scoliosis. He experiences daily seizures and
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By Community Correspondent More than 100 school shirts, emblazoned with messages reflecting young people’s feelings about knife crime, will go on public display to mark the start of national Knife Crime Awareness Week. The exhibition is the result of an innovative project led by University of Bristol experts in
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By Josh Bell, Charities Correspondent Jackie Richards, the first-ever female Club Captain of Mendip Spring Golf & Country Club in Somerset, is leveraging her leadership role to help save the 36-year-old inspirational local hospice, Weston Hospicecare. The charity, which provides essential end-of-life care to residents of Weston-super-Mare and North Somerset,
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By Jill Dando News A four-year-old with cerebral palsy from Leicester, UK, is going from strength to strength in 2025 after winning a major award for fundraising – and welcoming a new baby brother! Leicester’s Lola James, four, has been winning hearts for several years now due to her determination
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By Health Correspondent A wave of generosity and determination has swept through Weston-super-Mare this year, as the Donate for Defib Weston-super-Mare Project proudly launched its heartfelt Defib Legacy Programme — a new initiative offering families and friends the chance to fund life-saving defibrillators in memory of their loved ones. One such
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By Jill Dando News The report, compiled by the Worshipful Company of Actuaries for the RNLI, revealed the estimated figure using in-depth analysis based on the RNLI’s lives saved data and the assessment of the numbers of descendants who were subsequently born following a life being saved. In order
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By Jill Dando News Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is proudly waving the Somerset flag high this Somerset Day — celebrating the landscapes, communities, and values that make this county so special. Nestled in over 100 acres of stunning Somerset countryside with sweeping views across Portishead and the Severn Estuary, we
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By Community Correspondent A Stoke woman who was determined to get fit after having her two children has landed a place to represent Team Great Britain at the Age Group World Triathlon Championship Finals in Australia later this year. Emma Broadhurst, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, decided to tackle her ‘mum tum’ by
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By Jill Dando News Two young poets from Ashton Park School, Bristol, have captivated audiences with extraordinary performances tackling historical trauma, community healing, and the invisible forces shaping our lives. Their work headlined the school’s Poetry Slam, which saw more than 850 students take part in an ambitious celebration
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By Joshua Keyes, Jill Dando News Correspondent Josh Keyes interviewed his great aunt Patrica O'Connell; she is the second eldest child of Major O’Connell. Patricia recalled the night when the Weston family home was hit by incendiary bombs and high explosive bombs rained down on the town
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By Ellise Hollie-Hayward, Disabilities Editor Everything changed as a family when Ethan’s family realised Ethan was autistic. "There is no need to apologise or look sad when someone tells you their child is autistic, instead, why not ask what brings them joy or is there anything you can
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By Jill Dando News WWII veterans at Royal Star & Garter care homes have been remembering Victory in Europe (VE) Day, 80 years ago. They recalled celebrations and festivities which took place on 8 May 1945, following Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender to Allied forces in WWII, and the end
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By Community Correspondent Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset, is proud to announce the successful outcome of a pivotal meeting with Cllr Mike Bell, Leader of North Somerset Council, which took place this week. The meeting, which focused on expanding public access to defibrillators and life-saving training across the