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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
May 10, 2025


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
May 10, 2025


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


£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


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


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


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


North Somerset Council considering move to three-weekly bin collections
At next week’s meeting, NSC councillors will make a decision on whether to consult residents on proposals to switch in bid to cut costs

Dan Heley
Jan 30, 2024


Campaign launched to raise flood awareness in Weston
The Environment Agency will deliver free informational drop-in events to help residents in Weston understand how to prepare for flooding

Dan Heley
Jan 16, 2024


Snow on the cards for Weston this week as temperatures fall
New weather maps reveal the risk of snowfall in Weston next week.

Dan Heley
Jan 15, 2024


Campaign to keep vital pharmacy open picks up pace
An online petition to save the Bournville pharmacy has received over 500 signatures.

Dan Heley
Jan 15, 2024


Council calls on MPs to vote against government settlement
North Somerset Council is calling on its two local MPs to vote against the government over local government finance settlement

Dan Heley
Jan 11, 2024
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