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Nationwide attention attracted by the toppling of Bristol slave trader Edward Colston’s statue has sparked the creation of a brand new resource for schools – an online workshop called ‘A Tale of Two Statues’ which contrasts the lives of Colston and John Wesley, prominent 18th century anti-slavery campaigner and founder of the Methodist movement.
Lockdown knitters in Somerset have been clicking their needles to create an aquarium with a difference for residents at a care home in Wellington.
Bristol cancer charity, Penny Brohn UK, has announced a proposed restructure in an effort to protect front-line services in response to the impact of COVID-19 on its fundraising and income generation.
Mama Bear’s Day Nursery and Pre-School has been named the best day nursery in Torquay by a leading national guide.
Young people will be asked to wear face coverings, unless they are exempt.
Hoteliers in Bristol say more Government support is urgently needed to protect the long-term future of their businesses in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Two new virtual events have been planned by bereavement experts to help members of the public and healthcare professionals better understand and deal with issues around death and dying.
The community choir run in the New Room in Bristol, also known as John Wesley’s Chapel, has resumed its normal Wednesday lunchtime slot, meeting online in order to achieve the safest possible operation.
Hospitality businesses could be hit for six if they fall foul of the latest government pandemic legislation.
Aspiring artists, school children, retired people and creative folk of all ages in the South West are being given a chance to have their names etched in history.
A Taunton day nursery had cause for double celebrations this week as it marked the start of the September term and its 10th anniversary.
Businesses in Bristol are set to enjoy free electric vehicle loans thanks to a £3m grant secured by Bristol City Council.
The Chancellor's Summer Statement saw the introduction of a number of measures aimed at supercharging the UK ailing economy - and soon all eyes will be on Rishi Sunak's Autumn Budget. Giving careful consideration to certain areas, before taxes start to rise, could bring real benefits to business owners in the long-term.
Surfing England has announced that the majority of the remaining divisions of the 2020 Caravan and Motorhome Club English National Surfing Championships will run on 10th – 11th October 2020 at Watergate Bay, Cornwall.
Bristol Music Trust have announced the appointment of an award-winning Bristol artist and curator as creative producer to lead a key part of their National Lottery supported Lantern Project.
A surge of staycation bookings has given a UK hotel group a vital business boost as its sites re-opened their doors to the general public following the easing of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
Residential and commercial estate agents have been appointed by Generator South West for the greatly anticipated Greenbank development, The Chocolate Factory, which is all set to launch this Autumn.
Some of the first passengers to take a Bakers Dolphin coach holiday since Covid-19 restrictions were relaxed say they felt extremely safe and enjoyed the experience so much they’ve already booked their next one.
A personal assistant at law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has retired after 47 years of service.
Temporary pedestrian and traffic measures put in place across the Dorset Council area to help with social distancing will start to be removed as the summer season draws to an end.
