Portishead Christmas lights will go up as usual this year to give the town a ‘much-needed boost.’

Family and friends have paid tribute to their ‘ray of sunshine’ who died of cancer last month.

A Nailsea couple are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary – despite being told their relationship was doomed to fail.

Council leaders in North Somerset are calling for improved access to coronavirus tests locally following reports of people being sent hundreds of miles away.

Council leaders have warned of future budget cuts as the authority faces an ‘unprecedented challenge’ due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A Portishead duo has teamed-up to launch drama podcast, Head Pieces.

The courage of ‘the few’ will be remembered today (Tuesday, September 15) as the nation marks the 80th anniversary of Battle of Britain Day.

For the past six months, employers and employees have been adapting to ways of working from home. The green light has now been given to many people to go back to offices safely. From flexible hours and staggered starting times to deep cleaning, we’re getting ready for new ways of working.

Clevedon’s heaviest onion competition was held at the town’s Brewery Tap bar.

Nailsea Community Group has opened a larder to give out food which would have gone to waste.

Police are seeking witnesses to come forward after a 19-year-old was knocked unconscious outside a restaurant in Nailsea.

Clevedon Pier has been awash with One Direction fans following the release of the group’s new video which includes the popular landmark.

Villagers welcomed the return of a popular market at the weekend after a six-month break due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A new electric vehicle charging hub has been installed in Portishead this week.

A supermarket in Portishead has been deep-cleaned after a staff member tested positive for coronavirus.

Clevedon Music Club will bring back live performances of classical music with its first concert next week.

A 14-year-old girl from Nailsea completed a 13-mile sponsored walk, raising more than £900 towards a much-needed new air conditioning system at her performing arts school.

Felling works throughout September will change the look of the Avon Gorge, making way for native trees, including the rare Bristol whitebeam.

New laws come into force from Monday which bans social gatherings of more than six people across England.

More people in North Somerset could benefit from a share of a £100,000 cash boost available to health and wellbeing groups in the area.

Care homes are facing spiralling costs and a lack of investment leaving many on the brink of closure – according to sector experts.

Eighteen people may have died as a direct result of the coronavirus outbreak at Weston General Hospital, according to an investigation by the health trust.

People can explore historic buildings as well as attend virtual tours to mark the Heritage Open Days festival in North Somerset this week.

A new director has been appointed for Wellspring Counselling.

Nailsea’s virtual high street has gone live today to enable customers to support local shops and businesses.

People in North Somerset are being given the chance to help shape services in the area through a new citizens’ panel.

A 24-hour mental health helpline is being rolled out to adults across the West of England to help them cope with the impact of Covid-19.