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Will you ‘Step up for the bears’?

South West Connected — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:56:55 +0000

People across the UK are being invited to join International Animal Rescue’s (IAR) latest fundraising challenge and help bears rescued from captivity. The “Step Up for Bears” virtual challenge runs throughout July 2026 and asks supporters to walk 56 miles; that’s 1 mile for each of IAR’s rescued bears in Armenia. Whether tackling the challenge […]

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Empowering the Next Generation: 10 Essential Lessons for Your Girl Child

South West Connected — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:13:09 +0000

Every parent or guardian has a unique, fulfilling experience when they raise a daughter in this world. The hope for every parent and guardian is to raise a daughter who is resilient and compassionate, while also being confident and self-assured. A daughter should enter a room with confidence, knowing that no one can define her […]

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National Lottery Scratchcard Winners Help Preserve UK’s Red Squirrel Population

South West Connected — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:11:58 +0000

· Red squirrels close to extinction in the UK as just 287,000 remain · National Lottery Scratchcard winners volunteer their time to preserve habitats and monitor red squirrel population numbers following £5M National Lottery funding boost · Without urgent action red squirrels could disappear in less than a decade National Lottery Scratchcard winners from across the country have been playing an important role in helping to preserve […]

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SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH OUTLOOK HITS 12-MONTH PEAK IN THE NORTH EAST DESPITE ECONOMIC FEARS OVER ENERGY PRICES AND TAX RISES

South West Connected — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:50:02 +0000

The percentage of North East-based small businesses predicting growth for the next three months has risen sharply since the start of the year from 22% in January to 33% for April. This is the highest figure in the North East for 12-months – and the biggest quarter-on-quarter rise anywhere in the UK, according to new […]

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LEADING HOLIDAY PROVIDER LAUNCHES SEND BREAKS WITH 20% OFF ALL BOOKINGS

South West Connected — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:14:37 +0000

Leading holiday provider, Meadow Bay Villages has launched its new Beyond Boundaries SEND breaks at both Billing Aquadrome and Hayling Island Holiday parks. Designed for children and young people with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences, the specialised mid-week SEND breaks have been planned to take place during off-peak seasons, running […]

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AI running plans are guidebooks, not rulebooks, warns physiotherapist, as injuries spike due to below-standard AI training apps

South West Connected — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:38:02 +0000

86% of AI‑generated training plans were rated below expert standard when minimal runner information was provided Research shows that increasing the distance of a long run by more than 10% can raise injury risk by up to 64% Physiotherapist and ultrarunner Danny Brunton reveals how runners should utilise AI-generated programmes while maintaining realistic expectations […]

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COME AWAY WITH ME: POPULARITY OF CITY BREAKS AND ROMANTIC HOLIDAYS DOUBLE AS UK’S APPETITE FOR OVERSEAS HOLIDAYS SOARS OVER LAST TWO YEARS

South West Connected — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:52:53 +0000

More than eight in ten adults (86%) plan a holiday abroad this year – a significant rise compared with early 2024, when seven in ten were planning a trip overseas – according to new data from AllClear Travel Insurance. By comparing attitudes now with the same point two years ago, the data highlights how […]

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FAMILY CAMPING RETURNS TO BILLING AQUADROME WITH EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH OFFER

South West Connected — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:36:04 +0000

Billing Aquadrome Holiday Park is delighted to announce the return of camping for the 2026 season, in a brand-new, dedicated area designed with families in mind. As part of its continued commitment to creating a family-friendly destination, Billing Aquadrome will be reintroducing family camping in a move to bring back a much-loved British tradition. […]

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Candlelighters issues guidance on symptoms for International Childhood Cancer Day.

South West Connected — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:08:50 +0000

Yorkshire children’s cancer charity Candlelighters has published advice on how to spot the symptoms of childhood cancer, as part of International Childhood Cancer Day on Sunday February 15th. Emily Wragg is the CEO of Candlelighters and says: “Cancer in children and young people is different to cancer in adults. Whereas many cancers in adults are influenced […]

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Five unmissable ways to experience the Innsbruck region this spring

South West Connected — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:08:50 +0000

Five unmissable ways to experience the Innsbruck region this spring Spring is coming! It’s the ideal time to go out and explore, and nowhere does springtime quite as spectacularly as the Alps Trail running, cycling, golf and high-altitude skiing – Innsbruck’s spring season invites active travellers to enjoy the Alps at their most […]

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