Jill Dando News
Evie and Juno, Year 8, Good News Room at Clevedon School Last month the atmosphere in the Clevedon School hall was warm and welcoming as people from the local community began to fill the seats. Ria (Year 8) and Caleb (Year 9) introduced themselves and welcomed Mary Colwell to the
Charities
By Charities Correspondent Thousands of visitors have now climbed to the top of the University of Bristol’s Wills Memorial Building through its popular tower tours, raising funds for The Grand Appeal, the dedicated charity for Bristol Children’s Hospital. Informal tours of the striking Neo-Gothic building began nearly two
Animals
By Jill Dando News Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, a leading conservation charity and award-winning Zoo in North Somerset, is excited to announce the return of its much-loved Kids Go Free offer this winter. Running from 27 December to 1 February, the initiative invites families to enjoy an affordable day
Charities
By Animals Correspondent A pair of rescued donkeys and two foals born to mares from the same rescue, are settling in to their new forever homes just in time for Christmas, thanks to the supportive efforts of The Donkey Sanctuary. Staff from The Donkey Sanctuary were among the 100 charity
People
By Community Correspondent Residents at HC-One’s Fosse Way View Care Home in Bingham, Nottingham, have continued their heart-warming annual tradition of giving back to the local community through their much-loved Knit and Natter group. Ceris Watts visited the home to collect ten handmade blankets and ten knitted teddies, lovingly
Schools
By Niamh, H, Year 12, Good News Room at Clevedon School The Clevedon School Student Academy has been working hard this year to create a better eco‑future for all. Our three main projects have focused on energy conservation, improving the school grounds, and providing more opportunities to recycle waste.
Charities
By Charities Correspondent Hundreds of people gathered on Mudeford Quay this week, for Mudeford RNLI’s annual Carols on the Quay Christmas concert, creating a warm and festive atmosphere that could be heard right across Christchurch Harbour and the surrounding area. The event was officially opened by Mudeford RNLI Lifeboat
Science
By Science Correspondent For the first time, scientists at the Natural History Museum have completed a comprehensive analysis of the individual known as Beachy Head Woman, and today reveal that she originated from southern England. The identity of a Roman-era individual found in southern England has finally been resolved after
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By Ava A, Year 10, Good News Room at Clevedon School Talent in ballet is unlike any other dance style. Thousands of young girls and boys compete each year for places on vocational schools’ associate programmes, full-time training courses, and holiday intensives. I am an aspiring young ballet dancer who
Schools
By Lizzi (11), Rafi (13), Demi (13) and Gracie (13) from Good News Room at The King Alfred Academy The King Alfred School Academy continued its annual Reverse Advent tradition this year by making a generous donation to the Highbridge Area Food Bank. Several trolleys full of food and essentials
Charities
By Animals Correspondent A charity has helped save the life of a retired police dog who was seriously ill with a septic joint, stepping in to pay the bill for the expensive treatment he needed to give him a chance at survival. Twelve-year-old German Shepherd RPD Riley was rushed to
Charities
By Charities Correspondent THIS Christmas, pupils at Loughborough Schools Foundation have been swapping classroom lessons for acts of kindness, spreading festive joy to charities and community groups across the East Midlands. At Loughborough Grammar School, students aged 10 to 18 have taken the lead in organising a school-wide hamper initiative
People
By Community Correspondent They were neighbours, each with a name and a story. Yet too often, their passing goes unmarked. On Friday, a community stood together to change that. The Winton Salvation Army hosted the annual Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council memorial service, a solemn gathering where around 50
Charities
By Animals Correspondent Two young donkeys who were born at World Horse Welfare’s Belwade Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre, in Aboyne, are looking forward to their first Christmas in their new home together. The pair, named Peanut and Popcorn, were born at the centre last year after their mothers,
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By Lizzi (11) and Demi (13) Jill Dando News Reporters at The King Alfred School Academy The King Alfred School Academy hosted its annual Awards Evening this week, a night dedicated to celebrating the achievements of its students. Head Students Emily, Mia, Bea, and Lincoln led the event, warmly welcoming
Charities
By Charities Correspondent The Ascot Group in Somerset is helping deliver Christmas gifts to children across Weston-super-Mare this week, supporting a local charity dedicated to ensuring no child goes without at Christmas. This week, Ascot Group team members Ross, Grace, and Matt have been visiting local schools across Weston-super-Mare, delivering