Thursday, July 3, 2025 marchioness lewa marathon kenya tusk conservation wildlife fundraising safari endangered sport

Emma Thynn, the Marchioness of Bath, left behind the comforts of her Longleat estate to challenge herself in the rugged landscapes of northern Kenya by participating in the 25th Lewa Safari Marathon on June 28. Taking on a … Read More

Thursday, July 3, 2025 powercut electricity outage blackout utilities restoration energy service emergency alert

Numerous properties remain without electricity following an unexpected power cut earlier today. Residents have been facing hours of blackout, disrupting daily activities and essential services. Utility crews are actively …

Thursday, July 3, 2025 nursery portishead childcare ofsted independence outdoorlearning inclusion earlyyears curriculum safeguarding

Busy Bees Day Nursery in Portishead has received a glowing Ofsted report, earning a ‘Good’ rating across all areas. Located on Serbert Road, Gordano Gate, this nursery caters to up to 91 children aged from birth … Read More

Thursday, July 3, 2025 weymouth tourism dorset rents smallbusiness council economy hotels regeneration growth

Weymouth’s economy faces potential damage as rent increases loom over 65 council-owned hotels, sparking concerns from local representatives. Littlemoor and Preston councillor Louie O’Leary warned that significant rent hikes … Read More

Thursday, July 3, 2025 somerset gps healthcare rural funding nhs crisis staffing access infrastructure

GP surgeries across the South West are on the brink of collapse, MPs have warned, as overburdened doctors grapple with soaring demand, deteriorating facilities, and chronic underfunding. Faced with these challenges, some … Read More

Thursday, July 3, 2025 circus memorabilia auction collectors bridport vintage posters history ephemera rattenbury

Ken Rattenbury, a Bridport resident and lifelong circus enthusiast, saw his extraordinary archive of vintage circus memorabilia captivate collectors at an auction this June. The extensive collection, sold by Lawrences … Read More