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By Jill Dando News The Mayor and Mayoress of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset officially switched on the first-ever Christmas lights extravaganza at Il Michelangelo on the seafront. Weston-super-Mare Mayor Cllr Williams and Mayoress Brenda Charles marked the start of the festive season by illuminating the venue’s Christmas outside display. Children,
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By Charities Correspondent Family business F.H.Brundle has played a key role in helping transform the facilities of a Cheshire-based children’s cancer charity, after donating over £3,500 worth of materials to the BBC Children in Need DIY SOS Big Build for The Joshua Tree. The project, a
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By Business Editor Bristol-based Blinds By Mark is making a strong impact in the window treatment industry with its high-quality plantation shutters, offering homeowners a locally manufactured alternative to long-lead-time imported products. Led by Mark and his experienced team, the company has built a reputation for supplying UK-made shutters with
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By Business Correspondent The Mayor of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset is set to officially switch on the first-ever Christmas lights extravaganza at Il Michelangelo on the seafront. Weston-super-Mare Mayor, Cllr Williams, will officially switch on the Christmas lights this Sunday, 30th November, at 6pm. This marks the beginning of the festive
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By Business Editor A leading Weston-based neurologist and brain expert, Dr Andrew Curran, is embarking on a nationwide tour that aims to help professionals and business leaders unlock happiness and success — using the science of the brain, the power of emotional intelligence, and even live music. Dr Curran, 67, who
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By Business Editor Weston-super-Mare entrepreneur, mentor, and community champion Andrew Scott will deliver his first-ever TED Talk on 8th November at We The Curious in Bristol. His talk — which will be broadcast globally on the official TED platform next March — promises to be one of the most powerful of his
Mental Health
By Business Editor A groundbreaking new UK tour from neurologist and brain expert Dr Andrew Curran is set to help professionals and business leaders unlock peak performance — by combining cutting-edge neuroscience, live music, and the transformative power of emotional intelligence (EQ). According to a recent article from Harvard Business School
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By Community Correspondent The summer sunshine has helped to generate a record amount of renewable energy at Bristol Airport - producing the equivalent in power used by almost 400 homes in a year. More than 1,425,000 Kwh of energy has been generated from the Airport's solar
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By Business Editor Blinds By Mark, a trusted name in blinds and curtain installations across Bristol and beyond, is proudly celebrating two major milestones: over 500 combined five-star reviews across Google and Facebook, and official recognition as a Which? Trusted Trader. The Which? Trusted Trader endorsement is one of the
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By Business Editor The award-winning JW Vending started as a small family venture 25 years ago with one coffee machine at the inspirational Bristol Royal Infirmary Children’s Hospital. Since then, it has grown into one of the South West’s fastest-growing suppliers. Founded by John Worgan after he took
People
By Community Correspondent This year marks a remarkable milestone for Paisley local, Kirsty Atherton, as she celebrates 40 years of service with Marks and Spencer - a journey that has taken her from her first shift as a teenager to her current role as Team Manager at M&S
Sport
By Community Correspondent Wind, rain, and thunder did nothing to deter the enthusiasm of the 40 teams who took part in playing in the 14th annual charity boules tournament run by Taunton-based developers Summerfield, raising £3,500. The tournament and lunch, held at Taunton Deane Cricket Club, was in aid
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By Business Correspondent Award-winning entrepreneur and allergy advocate Julianne Ponan MBE has been named a finalist in the prestigious Business Woman of the Year category at the 2025 Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs). Julianne, who is the CEO and founder of Creative Nature, joins an impressive list of women recognised for
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By Community Correspondent Bristol Airport has launched the second cohort of its Take Off Programme, a training and skills initiative designed to help young people aged 18-24 take the next step into employment. This follows on from the success of the first Take Off Programme ‘Soaring to Success’ where five
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By Business Editor Bristol-based Blinds By Mark is making waves in the window treatment industry with its exceptional Plantation shutters, offering a locally-manufactured alternative to long-lead-time imported products. The company, led by Mark and his dedicated team, has distinguished itself by providing UK-manufactured shutters with a remarkably quick turnaround of
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By Business Editor A serial award-winning construction firm, founded by former professional rugby players with a passion for mental wellbeing, is expanding at pace across the Southwest of England – creating exciting new jobs and a blueprint for positive change in the construction industry. Despite being a relatively new company, Evolution