Charity
By Josh Bell, Schools and Charities Correspondent A new public-access Defibrillator and Emergency Bleed Kit has been officially launched at SandBay Fish & Chip Shop & Cosy Cafe, in Somerset, thanks to the generous support of the Dedman Family, who have dedicated the installation in loving memory of Roy Dedman.
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By Education Correspondent Students at Winterstoke Hundred Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, were treated to a lesson with a difference, when Somerset-based rock band The Entitled Sons visited the academy to deliver four concerts playing their latest hits. The Entitled Sons performed last year at Glastonbury and are selling out concerts
Business
By Business Correspondent SOMERSET businesswoman Karen Morledge has been invited to join the advisory board of Passion for Somerset Community Interest Company (CIC), the organisation set up to encourage people living and working in the County to share their passion for it and take pride in all it has to
Animals
By Jill Dando News As the nights draw in and there’s a chill in the air, minds wander to things that go ‘bump’ in the night. While we often think of creepy, prowling animals – you might not have heard of a strange howling bird that lives in Bristol… Noah’
health
By Jill Dando News Businesses have been donating to help an amazing project save hundreds of lives. Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare are on a mission to install lots of defibrillators. They have just partnered with Worle Glass & Joinery Ltd in Worle, Somerset, who installed a Defibrillator back in November
Business
Review by The Editor Their website says it all, but a visit to Revo Kitchen and Terrace in Weston-super-Mare in Somerset, England has to be experienced to be believed. They offer a relaxed environment with breath-taking 180-degree views across the coastline and beyond. It is one of the most relaxing
achievement
By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent There are jubilant celebrations as three gymnastic stars represent England. Three fantastic students from The Priory Learning Trust have had the amazing chance to compete for England with their team at the Caledonia International in April 2024! This is an amazing, once in
Business
Are hidden pests causing fire hazards, potential spread of diseases and a danger for you and your neighbours under your solar panels? Meet the man on a mission to safely remove feral pigeons and other pests causing costly damage to people’s solar panels. Callun Purnell, age 33, a father
Charity
By Jill Dando News Charity Correspondent Weston Hospicecare’s Pines for Pounds charity Christmas tree collection will return in early 2024. The initiative provides the public with a Christmas tree collection in exchange for a donation to Weston Hospicecare - a charity hugely supported by Jill Dando in the 1990s
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Story and photos by Zoe 15 and Grace 14, Jill Dando News @ TKASA The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset has launched their brand new expanded Preloved Uniform and Books Store. The opening of the store follows the launch of their Preloved Prom Store which has proven very successful
Charity
Jonah Hawksley, a 20 year old from North Cadbury in Somerset has cycled 2,000 km through Scandinavia to raise funds for Parkinson’s UK. Jonah pedalled with purpose through his incredible journey covering Norway, Finland and Sweden as a test of physical and mental resilience but also as a
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By Jill Dando News The Jill Dando News student reporters produced games, quizzes and also a creative ‘solve the clue’ competition. Families and prospective students were touring round Worle Community School Academy, part of The Priory Learning Trust, where the Jill Dando News scheme began in 2017. Students in schools