For Dan Aldridge, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare, his connection to the town was no mere choice—it was fate. Arriving as a teenager when his father’s job moved the family to Sand Bay, Dan recalls humble …
For Dan Aldridge, Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare, Weston isn’t just where he lives—it’s a place that truly shaped him. Arriving as a teenager when his father’s job brought the family to Sand Bay, Dan’s early years …
Thirteen-year-old Mo Speyer and his father, Charlie Speyer, a schoolteacher and head of science and psychology at Queen’s, have completed a remarkable two-week cycling journey from John o’ Groats to Land’s End. Covering an …
Somerset is set to welcome a dedicated residential home for children and young people struggling with eating disorders, following the recent approval of plans by Somerset Council. The new facility will be located at …
On Monday, July 28, two boys believed to be in their early teens were reported shooting an air rifle at vehicles and homes in Bath. The incident took place around 5:50 pm in the Bloomfield Road and The Wellsway areas of the …
Rachel Howlett, a former secondary school teacher, has embraced a new calling as curate for the St J’s Group Benefice, a cluster of Anglican churches serving rural Somerset. This group includes St John’s Peasedown, St …
A fresh and inviting café and community hub has opened its doors in Cheddar, Somerset, dedicated to offering more than just coffee. Spearheaded by children’s mental health charity The Space, this new venue aims to be a …
Nestled in Wiltshire, close to the Somerset border, the market town of Trowbridge is renowned for its scenic parks and historic charm. However, in recent times, the town has faced growing challenges with crime and anti-social …
Labour has announced an ambitious proposal to lower the voting age to 16 for the upcoming general election, a move that could dramatically alter the political landscape. This change would add approximately 1.55 million new …
The UK government is poised to introduce a groundbreaking reform that will grant voting rights to 16 and 17-year-olds in England at the upcoming general election. This change is expected to enfranchise over a million new …
This week, North Dorset MP Simon Hoare lent his support to a group of schoolchildren with special educational needs during a Fishing for Schools session at Todber Manor Fishery near Sturminster Newton. The event took place on …
Police are seeking witnesses after a 15-year-old boy was violently attacked at a retail park in Somerset. The victim was followed by four youths he knew, from McDonald’s to Sainsbury’s on Gravenchon Way, before being …
A Dorset McDonald’s restaurant has joined forces with the Park Community Youth Group to support local young people and address pressing social challenges in the area. This partnership is part of McDonald’s national ‘Makin’ …
Sport plays a vital role in bringing communities together, promoting health, and fostering social connections for all ages. However, Cheddar Valley Junior Football Club, a beloved institution nurturing young talent aged 5 to …
Yeovil Town Women’s football is poised for a new era as Yeovil Town Community Sports Trust takes over the club’s operations, marking a major commitment to advancing women’s football in the region. This strategic shift ensures …