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Heath Hughes-Davies at the Stockland Scamper

Somerset runner Heath Hughes-Davies wins 10 races in a row

Lyn Lovell and Carol Tiley at the Poppy Appeal stall

Lyn Lovell and Carol Tiley at the Poppy Appeal stall

Weston Poppy Appeal organiser still giving back to veterans after 14 years

Andrew Roadhouse, 25, during the previous challenge.

Andrew Roadhouse, 25, during the previous challenge.

Man honours close friend who died with Weston beach challenge

Jeni Crane, owner of Yum Nutrition, which has recently achieved CQC registration for its phlebotomy services

Jeni Crane, owner of Yum Nutrition, which has recently achieved CQC registration for its phlebotomy services

Care Quality Commission (CQC)

Weston-super-Mare nutrition therapist gains CQC registration

David and Danielle.

David and Danielle.

Family pay tribute to 'adored beyond words' grandfather killed in A370 crash

Susan Gurnham has raised concerns about her new home

Susan Gurnham has raised concerns about her new home

Elderly residents left in tears after move from Weston-super-Mare tower block

Richard Hammond outside Smallest Cog Workshop.

Richard Hammond outside Smallest Cog Workshop.

Richard Hammond

TV legend Richard Hammond reveals why Weston-super-Mare shaped his career

Nick Hayman has released his 12th Welcome to Weston calendar

Nick Hayman has released his 12th Welcome to Weston calendar

Weston-super-Mare actor launches new calendar ahead of Disney+ Rivals appearance

Yatton-raised Phil Brown is launching a nutrition and longevity product aimed at adults over 45

Yatton-raised Phil Brown is launching a nutrition and longevity product aimed at adults over 45

Backwell School

Yatton entrepreneur launches daily nutrition drink aimed at adults over 45

PC Matthew Bond, a response officer in Burnham-on-Sea, has received the unsung hero of the year award at the Avon & Somerset Police Federation Recognition Awards

PC Matthew Bond, a response officer in Burnham-on-Sea, has received the unsung hero of the year award at the Avon & Somerset Police Federation Recognition Awards

Avon and Somerset Police

Burnham-on-Sea PC celebrated for exceptional police service

Woman who got Russell Brand tattoo after Weston visit is ready to remove it

Pat Reid, registered manager at Right at Home North Somerset, receives her award from Richard Williams-Pears, CEO of AgoraStaff, at the Care & Support West Care Awards

Pat Reid, registered manager at Right at Home North Somerset, receives her award from Richard Williams-Pears, CEO of AgoraStaff, at the Care & Support West Care Awards

North Somerset care manager wins regional award for leadership and dedication

New headteacher Jacqi Stephens chats with pupils at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School in Weston-super-Mare

New headteacher Jacqi Stephens chats with pupils at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School in Weston-super-Mare

New headteacher takes charge at school in Weston-super-Mare

Keri Kennedy receives the award from CECA South West Chair, Abie Hearn

Keri Kennedy receives the award from CECA South West Chair, Abie Hearn

Apprenticeships

Weston-super-Mare apprentice wins top CECA South West award

Centre Marcus Nel will earn his 100th cap for Weston-super-Mare RFC this weekend

Centre Marcus Nel will earn his 100th cap for Weston-super-Mare RFC this weekend

Weston-super-Mare RFC

Weston RFC star Marcus Nel set to make 100th appearance against Exmouth

Paul Jacques, with his partner Nina Taylor-Dodd, and step-children Austin, 5, and Billie, 3.

Paul Jacques, with his partner Nina Taylor-Dodd, and step-children Austin, 5, and Billie, 3.

Motocross rider to tackle Weston Beach Race for Mind after partner's loss

Avon and Somerset PC Andrew Glen has won the inspiration in policing award at the Avon and Somerset Police Federation Recognition Awards

Avon and Somerset PC Andrew Glen has won the inspiration in policing award at the Avon and Somerset Police Federation Recognition Awards

Avon and Somerset Police

Cancer survivor from Somerset wins award for frontline policing

The Forum for European Journalism Students Executive Board 2026/27, pictured following their election at the organisation's 2026 General Assembly in Ljubljana, Slovenia

The Forum for European Journalism Students Executive Board 2026/27, pictured following their election at the organisation's 2026 General Assembly in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Column: Why young British journalists should discover FEJS

Kindergarten, Child playing with brick toys at daycare nursery. Education development games for school toddlers kids

Kindergarten, Child playing with brick toys at daycare nursery. Education development games for school toddlers kids

Weston childminder told some of her services need 'urgent improvement' by Ofsted

John Pride, 80, fears eviction from his housing association flat

John Pride, 80, fears eviction from his housing association flat

Weston-super-Mare pensioner, 80, fears eviction over difficult family situation

‘Steps to Safety’ launches locally recognising violence against women and girls as a public health emergency

‘Steps to Safety’ launches locally recognising violence against women and girls as a public health emergency

New programme to support survivors of domestic abuse launched in North Somerset

The Weston teacher will perform at Unity Beach in 2027

The Weston teacher will perform at Unity Beach in 2027

Weston-super-Mare teacher's dream comes true with major holiday park contract

Weston-super-Mare teacher wins £5,000 contract after talent contest triumph

Supporters gather at Weston-super-Mare AFC following the presentation of nearly £6,000 raised for AMMF

Supporters gather at Weston-super-Mare AFC following the presentation of nearly £6,000 raised for AMMF

Cancer fundraising

Weston runner's emotional fundraiser raises £6,000 in memory of late wife

Weston-super-Mare assistance dog Eddie was recognised with the Animal Award

Weston-super-Mare assistance dog Eddie was recognised with the Animal Award

Weston-super-Mare heroes honoured as BBC Make a Difference Awards come to town

People in Weston-super-Mare earn more PIP than anyone else in Somerset.

People in Weston-super-Mare earn more PIP than anyone else in Somerset.

Personal Independence Payment

Weston-super-Mare records Somerset's highest PIP claimant rate

Anthony Lovell, when he was younger.

Anthony Lovell, when he was younger.

Family seeks answers after asbestos-related death of Weston-super-Mare dad

Hollie (pictured) was last seen in Weston-super-Mare before she was reported missing.

Hollie (pictured) was last seen in Weston-super-Mare before she was reported missing.

Police increasingly concerned for missing woman last seen in Weston-super-Mare

Alfie Gray in his motorcycling gear

Alfie Gray in his motorcycling gear

Family pay tribute to 'handsome, protective' son killed in crash near Weston

Charley Maher has been appointed as the new chief executive at Bristol Airport

Charley Maher has been appointed as the new chief executive at Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport

Charley Maher appointed new CEO of Bristol Airport as Dave Lees retires

Holly Butterfield

Holly Butterfield

North Somerset girl, 12, lands film role alongside Saoirse Ronan

Worle Rangers FC founder Dave Knight has stepped down from his role as club chair

Worle Rangers FC founder Dave Knight has stepped down from his role as club chair

Worle Rangers chair Dave Knight steps down after 17 years of service

North Somerset amateur eventer Sandra Wharton hopes to compete alongside her horse Pinkie at the Costwold Cup three-day eventing championship

North Somerset amateur eventer Sandra Wharton hopes to compete alongside her horse Pinkie at the Costwold Cup three-day eventing championship

North Somerset rider launches fundraiser for final eventing championship

Sewell House resident Kay Lang celebrated her 103rd birthday on Thursday, September 10

Sewell House resident Kay Lang celebrated her 103rd birthday on Thursday, September 10

North Somerset resident celebrates her 103rd birthday - and still lives independently

A general view of Weston-super-Mare

A general view of Weston-super-Mare

Avon and Somerset Police

Police pay vulnerable Weston-super-Mare woman damages after 'appalling' arrest

Prop Jason Rowland has signed for Weston-super-Mare RFC

Prop Jason Rowland has signed for Weston-super-Mare RFC

Weston-super-Mare RFC

Rugby: Prop leaves boyhood club to join Weston-super-Mare RFC

Philip lost over 5 stone and is now a finalist in the Slimming World’s Man of the Year competition

Philip lost over 5 stone and is now a finalist in the Slimming World’s Man of the Year competition

Weston-super-Mare man shares inspirational weight loss journey

Mr Hobbs walked around Marine Lake in four and a half hours on Thursday, August 20

Mr Hobbs walked around Marine Lake in four and a half hours on Thursday, August 20

Avon Fire and Rescue Service

Man, 77, completes Weston Marine Lake fundraiser in memory of late wife

Trish Clemit, who won the 2026 Seagull Festival Championship with her impression of the seabird.

Trish Clemit, who won the 2026 Seagull Festival Championship with her impression of the seabird.

Weston-super-Mare crowns Britain’s seagull impersonation champion

Krish Patel is attempting to skip 900 miles across Britain

Krish Patel is attempting to skip 900 miles across Britain

Man attempting 'world-first' 900-mile skip heading for Weston-super-Mare

Sandra Fitzwilliams and Margaret Holmes want action over the hedges

Sandra Fitzwilliams and Margaret Holmes want action over the hedges

Angry Weston-super-Mare residents demand action as brambles invade gardens

A Weston barber described interviewing the Mayor as

A Weston barber described interviewing the Mayor as

Weston-super-Mare barber's 'surreal' experience with unexpected customer

90-year-old David Treasure completes his 90-mile challenge

90-year-old David Treasure completes his 90-mile challenge

90-year-old Somerset man defies Parkinson's to complete 90-mile challenge

The upstairs floor in Linda's home, and the stool to reach the window in case of a fire. She claims the work by Mr Milsom was not at the same level as the rest of her home, and that the windows were put in too high.

The upstairs floor in Linda's home, and the stool to reach the window in case of a fire. She claims the work by Mr Milsom was not at the same level as the rest of her home, and that the windows were put in too high.

Weston woman left with 'emotional stress and years of delays' by builder

Elizabeth and Emily.

Elizabeth and Emily.

Woman, 20, killed by drink-driver in Weston-super-Mare had 'complete joy for life'

Six First Bus drivers from the South and West of England to have made the national finals of the UK Bus Driver of the Year competition

Six First Bus drivers from the South and West of England to have made the national finals of the UK Bus Driver of the Year competition

Weston-super-Mare bus driver reaches national finals of contest

Ms Bailey raised more than £3,500 through her Paloma Ascension Challenge during the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta on Friday, August 7

Ms Bailey raised more than £3,500 through her Paloma Ascension Challenge during the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta on Friday, August 7

Crohn's and Colitis UK

Bristol woman attempts world record at balloon fiesta after hospital battle

A funeral has been planned for Weston Helicopter Museum founder Elfan AP Rees.

A funeral has been planned for Weston Helicopter Museum founder Elfan AP Rees.

Funeral details announced for beloved Weston-super-Mare museum founder

David Lafferty spent more than four months underground to set a world endurance record

David Lafferty spent more than four months underground to set a world endurance record

The Somerset 'world champion caveman' who lived underground for 130 days

Ten-year-old Charlie, from Backwell, will embark on the challenge on Saturday, August 15, visiting all 20 Premier League stadiums over 16 consecutive days

Ten-year-old Charlie, from Backwell, will embark on the challenge on Saturday, August 15, visiting all 20 Premier League stadiums over 16 consecutive days

Cancer research UK

North Somerset boy, 10, to cycle 970 miles in charity fundraiser

Georgia Archer will take on the London Marathon in April 2027 for Weston Hospicecare in memory of her father

Georgia Archer will take on the London Marathon in April 2027 for Weston Hospicecare in memory of her father

London Marathon

Woman to run London Marathon to fundraise for Weston Hospicecare

Harry cycled 264 miles, despite injuring his foot playing football to raise funds for or the Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children's Hospital charity

Harry cycled 264 miles, despite injuring his foot playing football to raise funds for or the Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children's Hospital charity

Weston teen cycles more than 250 miles for charity despite injury

Elfan Ap Rees at the Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare has died at the age of 84.

Elfan Ap Rees at the Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare has died at the age of 84.

Weston Helicopter Museum founder dies as tributes pour in

Should we clean public areas ourselves?

Should we clean public areas ourselves?

OPINION: Should we as residents cut grass and clean drains ourselves?