End of an Era as Family-Run Newsagent Closes After Over 100 Years Sunday, November 30, 2025 burnhamonsea newsagent familybusiness closure retirement community mentalhealth charity somerset legacy After more than a century of serving the community, GW Hurley Newsagents has closed its doors for the final time. Established in 1919, this iconic Burnham-On-Sea shop was operated by three generations of the same family, most … Read More
‘Christmas mad’ couple’s legacy drives vital brain tumour awareness and research campaign Friday, November 21, 2025 brain glioblastoma research cancer funding awareness charity christmas campaign legacy Mandy Calaz, from Devizes, Wiltshire, is passionately championing brain tumour research following the tragic loss of her husband, Mark, to a glioblastoma—a devastating brain tumour that claims thousands of lives annually. … Read More
First World War Gunner Commemorated in Moving Officer’s Letter Sunday, November 16, 2025 wwi tanks history courage remembrance gasattack military heroism armouredwarfare legacy A recently discovered letter at The Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset, offers a rare and deeply personal glimpse into the courage and hardship faced by a First World War tank gunner. Written by Lieutenant D.A. Palmer to the … Read More
Somerset Woman Reopens Pub to Honour Late Father’s Fight Against Cancer Monday, November 3, 2025 somerset pub memorial cancer mariecurie fundraiser community londonmarathon legacy care sport Jordan Dunn is reopening The Lamb Inn in North Petherton as a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Jim Doyle, who passed away from cancer last December. For 17 years, Jim ran the popular pub alongside his wife Nicky, … Read More
Football Legend Colin Addison Dies at 85 Sunday, November 2, 2025 football hereford addison facup manager legacy yeovil forestgreen nottingham upset sport Somerset-born football icon Colin Addison has passed away at the age of 85. Born in Taunton, Addison is best remembered for masterminding one of the greatest upsets in FA Cup history, leading Hereford United to a stunning … Read More
School Unites to Honor Beloved Teacher’s Lasting Legacy Tuesday, October 28, 2025 tribute teacher education community legacy inspiration school impact dedication memorial The school community recently came together to pay a heartfelt tribute to Luke, a teacher whose influence touched the lives of countless students and colleagues. Known for his dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to … Read More