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Traditional Cornish Pasty shop to open in restored Weston High Street unit
North Somerset Council has signed an agreement with Warrens Bakery to lease 57 High Street in Weston-super-Mare. The shop, which will be...
Dan Heley
3 days ago
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Applications open for up to £10,000 in Green Business Grants
North Somerset Council is inviting local businesses to apply for the third round of Green Business Grants, offering up to £10,000 to support energy efficiency upgrades that reduce carbon emissions and lower running costs.
Dan Heley
5 days ago
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Planning application submitted for Marine Lake improvements
A planning application has been submitted on North Somerset Council’s behalf outlining proposals for Marine Lake in Weston-super-Mare.
Dan Heley
5 days ago
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Weston-super-Mare’s Tropicana Set for £20 Million Cultural Revival
Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Tropicana is poised for a major transformation, with plans to turn the derelict seafront site into a vibrant cultural and entertainment venue
Dan Heley
5 days ago
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Penrose hits panic button as Tory Party sends in backup
The Conservative Party is quietly sending in extra resources into Weston with it being deemed by them to be at risk at the general election
Dan Heley
May 11, 2024
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Parking charges under fire at Weston General Hospital as staff face 175% hike
“These charges are unfair, inappropriate and essentially a tax on staff”
Dan Heley
Mar 29, 2024
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New fencing to protect former Magistrates Court
New fencing will soon be in place around three sides of the former Magistrates Court on Walliscote Road, Weston-super-Mare.
Dan Heley
Mar 22, 2024
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Police seek knife wielding suspect in attempted robbery
Police have issued CCTV footage of a man they want to identify in connection with an attempted robbery on Manor Court, Locking
Dan Heley
Mar 18, 2024
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Labour selects Dan Aldridge to battle John Penrose MP at the next general election
The Labour Party has chosen Dan Aldridge as its candidate for the Weston-super-Mare constituency at the next general election.
Dan Heley
Mar 17, 2024
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Man pleads guilty to Weston-super-Mare murder
A 35-year-old has pleaded guilty to murdering a man at an address in Weston-super-Mare.
Dan Heley
Feb 23, 2024
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Councillors vote to balance books with council tax increase
North Somerset Councillors have tonight agreed a balanced budget for 2024/25 which includes a 4.99% council tax increase
Dan Heley
Feb 20, 2024
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Town Hall to Marathon Finish Line: Mayor raises funds for Foodbank
The Mayor of Weston will soon be putting on his running trainers as he undertakes a charity marathon to raise funds for Weston Foodbank
Dan Heley
Feb 19, 2024
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North Somerset Council takes first step in restoring Weston-super-Mare floral clock
Work will get under way this week to restre the floral clock in Weston’s town centre.
Dan Heley
Feb 19, 2024
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Funding available for community groups to design and run their own public transport
Community groups are invited to apply for a share of funding to design and run their own public transport thanks to a £2 million fund
Dan Heley
Feb 18, 2024
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Mamma Mia! ABBA tribute act to return to Tropicana
Get ready to dance the night away at the ultimate ABBA party on 4th May 2024 at Tropicana Weston.
Dan Heley
Feb 17, 2024
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£25m cost of pool at Tropicana scares off interest
The Weston Independent News has learnt that of the 14 submissions of interest for utilising the Tropicana, no plans were made for a pool.
Dan Heley
Feb 17, 2024
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Have your say on council's mental health strategy
North Somerset Council has started a public consultation on its first ever five-year mental health and wellbeing strategy
Dan Heley
Feb 16, 2024
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Campaigners argue Boots closure risks patient safety
The closure of Weston-super-Mare's only pharmacy situated on the Bournville estate has ignited concerns regarding the community's safety.
Dan Heley
Feb 16, 2024
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The Knife Angel Consequences Competition opens to budding photographers
A1 Camera Club are asking for photographers to create images that show the anguish, loss and sadness caused by knife violence
Dan Heley
Feb 15, 2024
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Weston Artspace seeks new home
After 5 years of being located on Weston's High St, Weston Artspace is searching for a new hub
Dan Heley
Feb 14, 2024
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