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By Oliver M, 15, Jill Dando News Correspondent In Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, the Old Town Quarry — situated just up the road from Jill Dando’s Garden in Grove Park, which has been closed since August 2023, much to the disappointment of holidaymakers and local regulars alike — held its reopening event
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By Mark, 11, Jill Dando News Correspondent Something sweet is happening this October! On Tuesday 21 October, to mark National Apple Day in the UK, people in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset will be joining children in Kharkiv, Ukraine to bake a very special treat — the Ukrainian Apple Charlotte. This heartwarming event is
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By Josh Bell, Charities and Schools Correspondent The Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare Project made another valuable community connection this week, as members were warmly welcomed by the Royal Sands Community Group for a CPR and Early Defibrillation Awareness presentation. Over coffee, cake, and plenty of smiles, 25 residents took part
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By Josh Bell, Charitable and Schools Correspondent A brand-new digital chapter has begun for Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, with the official opening of a cutting-edge Centre of Excellence by the award-winning company Next Theme. The grand launch was proudly led by the Mayor of Weston-super-Mare, Councillor John Crawford-Hawley, on Tuesday, marking a
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By Jill Dando News Ripley here, The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset's very own Chief Canine Officer (CCO) with some exciting news! As a well-behaved member of The Grand Pier team (and a very good boy), I’m excited to share from Monday 2nd June 2025, dogs like
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By Josh Bell, Charitable and Schools Correspondent What began as a single 3D printer on September 3rd, 2023, has now grown into a full-fledged creative business for young entrepreneur Joshua of JD3DP. With an inspiring journey rooted in resilience and innovation, Joshua now operates seven cutting-edge 3D printers, with nine
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By Jill Dando News The rescue of Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, is attracting support from many different sections of the community. During the many years that it will take for North Somerset Council to restore the Pier structure, Birnbeck Island and the headland buildings, the project is set to
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By Community Correspondent Boyce Group, a Bristol-based property investment and development company founded by Niall Leighton-Boyce in 2012, has secured planning permission to add two additional levels to a prominent office block in the centre of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset. The development will transform the dated office building into a vibrant
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By Community Correspondent Housing association Alliance Homes, alongside residents, local leaders, and partner organisations, have celebrated the installation of the Beacon of Hope sculpture in Bournville, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. The new community landmark was unveiled in an event attended by Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner, Clare Moody, MP for
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By Community Correspondent The Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare initiative has received a heartwarming show of support from across the globe, this time from a familiar face—Josh Bell’s former headteacher, Peter Turner, of Ashcombe Primary School in Somerset. Now living in Colombia, Mr. Turner made a special trip back
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By Jill Dando News Donate For Defib W-s-M Project hosted its inaugural Defib Conference, a significant event aimed at showcasing the organisations vital work and its future objectives. Held at Locking Castle Church, in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, UK the conference brought together experts, sponsors, and local leaders to discuss cardiac care,
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By Jill Dando News For those in need of a peaceful escape, the Renew 193 Wellbeing Space in Worle, Somerset has been providing a calm and supportive environment. Aimed at supporting mental and emotional wellbeing, the space offers local residents a place to slow down, unwind, and simply be themselves,
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By Jill Dando News The Donate For Defib WsM Project is pleased to announce a publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at Specsavers Weston High Street, along with the support and installation from AMS Electrical - SouthWest. For this installation Donate For Defib WsM Project undertook a Mini Launch! The
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By Jill Dando News It’s just over a month until Christmas and the expanding charity for the homeless, vulnerable and those on low incomes Somewhere to Go is planning its festive Christmas lunch. With the support of The Ascot Group over the last few years, the charity is expanding
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By Business Editor In a testament to resilience and nostalgia, UK entrepreneur Andrew Scott embarked on a nine-month quest to reclaim a £300 BMW – a vehicle that once marked his lowest point but now stands as a powerful metaphor for entrepreneurial hope and grit. To Andrew, the car was far
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By Jill Dando News Ellise, the 22-year-old Disabilities Editor who has recently been named the latest patron of Jill Dando News, has captured international attention with her inspiring story. Ellise has now been interviewed by CBS News, bringing her message of hope and resilience to a global audience. The interview