News

clear glass globe, with landmass made of frosted glass, sat on lush grass, leaves and moss

12:31pm - 8 September 2021

The biggest event for climate and nature ever in the UK takes place this month – and everyone is invited to join in.

three children drawing a family with chalk on the road

12:30pm - 8 September 2021

Would you love the opportunity to close your street off to traffic so children can play freely, neighbours socialise and friends come together?

forearms of seven diverse people linking in the centre to form a circle

12:29pm - 8 September 2021

Preparations are being made to welcome families who are fleeing Afghanistan and help them resettle locally.

man in a blue checked shirt talking on the phone

12:28pm - 8 September 2021

Would you know how to help someone at risk of suicide?

person using a laptop to look for a job

12:27pm - 8 September 2021

If you’re looking for work or want to update your employability skills then you could find inspiration and support at a drop-in session this month.

people wearing cycling clothes posing together

12:13pm - 8 September 2021

Cycling has many advantages – it can help you get fitter, save money on commuting, and even win prizes.

artwork: surrealist flowers against a purple background

12:11pm - 8 September 2021

Artists and craftspeople from across North Somerset will be opening-up their studios this month for people to get a behind-the-scenes look at their work.

family laughing together

12:08pm - 8 September 2021

Fourteen-year-old Joseph needs a foster family to help support him - could you provide the perfect home?

woman buying food at a market stand

12:03pm - 8 September 2021

Love the outdoors this month with model air shows, markets, music and more…

Image of the earth from space with glowing red and orange patches on the usually green landmasses

5:27pm - 11 August 2021

A stark warning for humanity was issued this week with the publication of the world's largest ever report on climate change.

person holding a lateral flow test for covid-19 in their hands

5:26pm - 11 August 2021

Rules around who needs to self-isolate after coming into contact with someone with coronavirus are changing from next week.

man and woman sat at a table smiling at each other. The woman is resting her chin on her hands

5:26pm - 11 August 2021

A beautiful new short film to showcase some of the wonderful outdoor activities available in Weston-super-Mare has been released to promote the town.

roundabout with electric cars charging in the centre

5:25pm - 11 August 2021

A flagship electric vehicle (EV) rapid charging hub has officially opened in Portishead so drivers can charge their cars in under an hour.

Recycling truck with brightly coloured livery in a car park

5:24pm - 11 August 2021

There are just a few days left to have your say on our new recycling and waste strategy and what we do with our waste in the future.

pathway leading up through Weston Hillfort

5:23pm - 11 August 2021

Proposals to preserve Weston-super-Mare's Iron Age hillfort have taken a step forward.