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By Dog Correspondent, Jill Dando News You can support Yoko the amazing 5 year old Jagd Terrier who is taking on an incredible challenge for charity. On the 4th of March 2024, together with the fundraising team he will take on the climb of Pen Y Fan. Yoko has chosen
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By Ellise Hollie Hayward, 21, Disabilities Correspondent, Jill Dando News Although the original site has since closed, Cheyne continues to provide help to children and young adults with cerebral palsy. They do this mainly in the form of grants to individuals, and to organisations that provide supportive services. Their aim
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By Jill Dando News A boy who doctors thought might never walk is home after trekking in the Arctic in tribute to his late father. Lisa Thomson said her son Caeden, 10, who has cerebral palsy, experienced temperatures of below -29C (-20F). Mrs Thomson's husband Alan died from
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By Jill Dando News A donkey has bounced back to health after a potentially fatal condition was treated by vets with the most unlikely remedy - 24 litres of fizzy cola drink. The miracle cola was administered by a vet in carefully controlled conditions via a tube up the donkey’
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By Ellise, Jill Dando News, Disabilities Correspondent Cutting Edge Theatre is one of Scotland's leading small theatre companies based in Edinburgh and helping hundreds of people. With over 28 years of history they aim to make a difference in the lives of people and communities. They give opportunities
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By Jill Dando News Homelessness charity Crisis has launched a new exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of people who have experienced homelessness in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot. The charity’s South Wales Skylight, based in Swansea, offers people who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness a range of
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By Jill Dando News Vinted has become a massive ‘go to’ online shop used by millions. Now Weston Hospicecare in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset are set to launch a Vinted store to help raise funds to support patient care. The platform is the world’s largest pre-loved fashion website with more than
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By Mia, 15, Jill Dando News Correspondent @ PCSA Do you know your Woodpecker from your Chaffinch? Students at Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have embraced birdwatching as part of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)’s ‘Big Schools’ Birdwatch’ campaign. The Schools’ Eco Committee, which
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By Jill Dando News It is good news for donkeys at a superb sanctuary. The Donkey Sanctuary’s ecology and conservation team and their volunteers have been using centuries-old methods of managing hedges to help improve the environment for native wildlife and create effective windbreaks and enrichment features for the
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By Jill Dando News Noah's ark are pleased to confirm that their popular Christmas tree recycling scheme will be returning in January 2024. Run in conjunction with North Somerset Council and other local charities, the scheme has gone from strength to strength, gaining momentum each year. Their Christmas
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By Grace, 11 , Jill Dando News Correspondent The Salvation Army is constructing NAPpads (Night-time Accommodation Project) to break the cycle of homelessness. Based in York, the Salvation Army is working tirelessly to end homelessness and are trying their best to make sure everyone has a warm, safe place to stay
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By Faith, aged 9, Jill Dando News Correspondent Big hearted kind pupils have been generously raising money for Children in Need. Castle Batch Primary School Academy, we took part by wearing our own clothes and donated a pound for the charity. After interviewing children at Castle Club, Edith (a year
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By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent “The foodbank was there when we really needed it, it was an absolute lifeline.” The Foodbank has really helped the people who have needed it the most, supplying them with the essential food items they need. The food is provided to supply families
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By Jill Dando News Weston Hospicecare - massively helped by Jill Dando before her death - have launched their Christmas fundraising appeal. Packs, which are landing with supporters, detail the imperative need to back the charity. The hospice has provided palliative care to people in Weston-super-Mare and much of the
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By Jill Dando News A kind-hearted schoolboy has donated 250 gifts to The Salvation Army’s Present Appeal which ensures vulnerable children have a parcel to open on Christmas morning. It is the second time Oscar, 11, from Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, has brought festive joy to kids across the region
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By Jill Dando News Many of us were shocked by recent negative descriptions of homelessness as a lifestyle choice. Norwich-based dog harness and accessory specialist Topdog have decided to respond with a more supportive act this Christmas! Over the festive period, proceeds from all Topdog harness sales will go to