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M&S is set to close in Weston High Street. Picture: Jamie Medwell

How Weston reacted to proposed M&S closure

The plaque was unveiled on December 12. Picture: Raye Green

FEATURE: Blue plaque unveiled in Worle pays tribute to the district’s first national school to open

Westlands children's party at the Winter Gardens Pavilion.

Picture: WESTON MERCURY

Picture Past: January 10, 1969 – Weston’s MP dies after family holiday

Dining out offers in Weston-super-Mare

Latest Weston News

Drugs seized from empty Weston home by police

09:31 Henry Woodsford

Police seized a number of cannabis plants. Picture: Sam Frost

Several cannabis plants were seized and a man is in custody after a drugs raid in Weston-super-Mare yesterday (Wednesday).

How Weston reacted to proposed M&S closure

07:00 Sam Frost

Weston-super-Mare’s business bosses and politicians have criticised Marks & Spencer’s (M&S) proposed closure of its High Street shop.

Weston author to sign copies of new book

10:10 Tom Wright

Justin Newland with copies of his books. Picture: Mark Atherton

A Weston author has released his second book.

Photographer wins prestigious award for best urban landscape

Yesterday, 19:00 Vicky Angear

Alex with competition founder Charlie Waite, next to Alex’'s photo. Picture: Matt James Photography

A Weston-super-Mare photographer has picked up a prestigious award for his striking photo of a Bristol street.

Poll Councillors approve doctors’ surgery to serve patients in villages

Yesterday, 18:28 Henry Woodsford

An artist's impression of the surgery. Picture: Mendip Vale Medical Practice

The construction of a two-storey GP practice to serve patients in Congresbury and Yatton will go ahead.

Weston author to sign copies of new book

10:10 Tom Wright

A Weston author has released his second book.

Andrew Maxwell heads to Bristol in March

Yesterday, 21:00 Gareth Newnham

It’s showtime, as Edinburgh Fringe favourite Andrew Maxwell heads to Bristol’s The Wardrobe Theatre in March.

Aretha Franklin tribute set to perform at North Somerset venue

Yesterday, 15:00 Lily Newton-Browne

An Aretha Franklin tribute is set to be performed at Westons Playhouse Theatre. Picture: SJB Marketing

A tribute to Aretha Franklin will be performed at the Weston Playhouse Theatre next month.

Comedian and journalist to bring tour to Bristol

Tue, 15:00 Lily Newton-Browne

Comedian and journalist Mark Thomas will be performing in Bristol. Picture: Steve Ullathorn

Comedian and journalist Mark Thomas will bring his stand-up comedy tour to Bristol.

Theatre to host Horrible Histories’ stage shows

Mon, 15:00 Lily Newton-Browne

Weston’s Playhouse Theatre is set to host two Horrible Histories’ theatre shows this week.

In The Dock

Tue, 07:55

The following cases were heard at North Somerset Courthouse from December 3-18.

Fine for drink-driving mother-of-five who crashed while under the influence

Saturday, January 12, 2019 Vicky Angear

The crash happened in Bournville Road. Picture: Google Maps

A mother-of-five from Weston has been banned from driving after admitting crashing her car while over the legal alcohol limit.

In The Dock

Monday, January 7, 2019

The cases were heard at North Somerset Courthouse.

The following cases were heard at North Somerset Courthouse from November 28-30.

Education News

Westhaven named as one of the highest performing schools in the country

Mon, 07:27 Vicky Angear

Staff and pupils at Westhaven School, celebrating as school is in the top six of most improved schools in the country. Picture: MARK ATHERTON

A school in Uphill has made it into the top six most improved and highest performing schools in the country.

FEATURE: Blue plaque unveiled in Worle pays tribute to the district’s first national school to open

Saturday, January 12, 2019 Henry Woodsford

At approximately 700 years old, it could be possible that Worle Village School,   the name by which it is now known, is one of the oldest school buildings in the kingdom.

Bright sparks at Cheddar school succeed in computing challenge

Saturday, January 12, 2019 Eleanor Young

Pupils who took part in the Bebras Computing Challenge. Picture: Kings Of Wessex Academy

Students at a Cheddar school showed they were bright sparks at a recent computing challenge.

Sport News

No good fortune for Weston in relegation battle after hard-fought draw in Sussex

08:54 Sam Frost

Weston-super-Mare were denied a much-needed victory in their National League South relegation battle by the finest of margins on Saturday, having to settle for a point at Eastbourne Borough.

Winscombe left with nothing to show for big effort after St Austell hopefuls take win

Yesterday, 17:00

Will Thomas attacks for Winscombe against St Austell (pic John Podpadec)

Winscombe were left to wonder what might have been after their 19-8 home defeat to high-flying St Austell in Tribute Western Counties West.

Honours even as Worle hold high-flying Premier Division rivals Nailsea & Tickenham

Yesterday, 16:00

Worle AFC v Nailsea & Tickenham.

Picture MARK ATHERTON

Honours finished even in the Somerset County League Premier Division clash between Worle and leaders Nailsea & Tickenham after a 2-2 draw at the Recreation Ground.

Football: Five-star Weston Mendip extend winning run

Yesterday, 09:00

Weston Mendip face the camera in new kit sponsored by PD&CL Building Services

Weston Mendip made it four wins in a row in the South West Women’s League with a 5-0 success at lowly Exeter & Tedburn Rangers.

Rugby: Gordano get better of Yatton rivals

Tue, 17:34

Action from the match between Gordano and Yatton under-15s

Understrength Yatton under-15s began the second half of their season with a heavy defeat at Gordano.

Golf: Seniors shines at Wedmore

Tue, 15:12

Members face the camera at Wedmore Golf Club after their mixed greensomes

Senior golfers were in fine form at Wedmore, with John Bussell winning the Division Three stableford with an excellent 44 points.

Congresbury Bowling Club’s Page turns into a national champion up in Nottingham!

Mon, 16:00

Anthony Page of Congresbury won the Disability Bowls England national singles title

Congresbury bowler Anthony Page was crowned a national bowling champion after winning a big tournament in Nottingham.

How Weston reacted to proposed M&S closure

07:00 Sam Frost

Weston-super-Mare’s business bosses and politicians have criticised Marks & Spencer’s (M&S) proposed closure of its High Street shop.

Former apprentice to mentor new recruit at award-winning spa

Yesterday, 11:00 Vicky Angear

Charlotte Rabone and Ella Williams at thespa at Cadbury House.

A therapist who began her career as an apprentice at one of the region’s leading spas has now become mentor for the next generation of beauticians.

New counselling business for Worle

Tue, 11:00 Vicky Angear

Fiona in her new office in Worle High Street.

A former police officer has opened a counselling business in Worle.

Holiday park named best in South West

Sunday, January 13, 2019 Henry Woodsford

Sandy Glade was named the Bristol, Bath and Somerset holiday park of the year. Picture: Nick Williams

A holiday park has been recognised as the South West’s best.

Council appeals for seaside businesses to come forward

Thursday, January 10, 2019 Lily Newton-Browne

Burnham and Berrow beaches need traders for the next three summer seasons. Picture: Mark Atherton

Sedgemoor District Council is on the look out for seaside businesses to trade in the area for the next three summers.

Dining out offers in Weston-super-Mare

Friday, January 11, 2019 Vicky Angear

Most of us are watching our wallets after an expensive Christmas, so we have compiled a list of meal deals in Weston-super-Mare to see you through January....