Schools
By Schools Correspondent Bournville Primary School in Weston-super-Mare North Somerset, is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Platinum Award, the highest level of recognition within the programme, following a final assessment carried out by OPAL mentor Rachel Murray. This outstanding achievement places
Charities
By Josh Bell, Charities Correspondent There’s big news in Weston-super-Mare as local heroes team up in a life-saving mission that could make all the difference in an emergency. Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare has joined forces with DocBike Somerset & Avon — and together they’re on a mission to make
Charities
By Josh Bell, Charities Correspondent Air Cadets from 290 Squadron in Weston-super-Mare took part in CPR and Defibrillator Awareness training this week, learning vital skills that could help save lives in their community. The cadets were highly engaged throughout the session, showing real enthusiasm and a strong desire to learn
News
By Charities Correspondent Young people in Weston-super-Mare are set to benefit from a renewed partnership between Sanctuary Supported Living and the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust. The supported housing provider, which runs the Weston Foyer for 16 to 25-year-olds who have experienced homelessness, is offering the Trust’s Get on Track
Schools
By Schools Correspondent A former Weston Mercury reporter, who once worked alongside Jill Dando, has inspired the next generation of young journalists through a live school Good News Room. Janet Williams, who began her journalism career at the Weston Mercury around the same time as Jill Dando, visited Herons’ Moor
Schools
By Schools Correspondent Staff at Walliscote Primary School in Weston-super-Mare have been supporting local families this winter by putting together “heat parcels” to help keep them warm during the colder months. The parcels, which include hats and gloves for both adults and children, were offered to families who needed a
People
By Josh Bell, Charities Correspondent A new publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed on Marine Parade in Weston-super-Mare as part of the Defib Legacy Programme, under the Donate for Defib Weston-super-Mare Project. The life-saving device has been placed on the public toilet block opposite the Royal Sands Apartments. It was
News
By Charity Correspondent, Jill Dando News The Ascot Group in Somerset is supporting an inspirational project, Every Child Needs Christmas, helping to bring festive cheer to underprivileged children across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas. The company, known for its involvement in local community causes, is joining others in supporting Every
Jill Dando News
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
Jill Dando news
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
People
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
Business
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
News
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
Business
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
News
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
Business
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