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I also laugh at his dad jokes which makes him happy! I take longer to do my make-up - but Ian takes longer in the dressing room. To see this page as it is meant to appear, please enable your Javascript! If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Oli and May Hopson-Ward have been donated vital items after a fire destroyed their home. To take advantage of the offers, residents and workers must fill out a short online form detailing their name and address and agree to be contacted to coordinate the requests. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Emma Jesson said the aurora will return to the north tip of Scotland by 7 o'clock. Email your stories to [email protected]itv. At present, Freeview and Virgin Media carry the ITV News Central region on ITV HD in the West and Westcountry, requiring these viewers to use the standard definition ITV channel for their regional ITV News West Country service. Jonty Messer who left ITV News West Country in the summer. Jordan Maguire-Drew's second-half penalty rescues a point for Yeovil in a home draw against 10-man Altrincham. She advised: "It's always best to get as far away from light pollution as you possibly can. HP10 9TY. Who is Kylie Pentelow, who's replaced Andrea Byrne on ITV Wales? Our opinion and news judgement are very similar; that was clear from the very first meeting. Which is his favourite on-screen tie? Bristol-based district correspondent Cordelia Lynch became a stand-in main presenter for Cuddeford from May 2012 when she went on maternity leave. From 24 November 2016, ITV News West Country began broadcasting in HD to the ITV West and ITV Westcountry regions on Sky and Freesat only. Sunday 4 March 2012, 11:27pm. I really wanted to meet Ian before we did a screen test together. Professor Jim Wild from Lancaster University "It's really nature's light show - the natural equivalent of a neon lamp above our heads. they have 'Central News' with no news content, hmmm, Aside from tonights headline debacle, Tyne Tees Border is way ahead of BBC Look North, Sometimes Looks South and Only Does Carlisle if it floods. In a statement spread over three tweets, he wrote: After 12 amazing years Ive made the incredibly hard decision to leave my role as main presenter with @itvwestcountry at the end of July. Towns across the West Country will come together to mark the proclamation of King Charles III. BBC Points West has ITV West Country tonight licked, now that the latter covers the whole of the south west.mind you, I was beginning to get fed up with the West Tonight before the ITV changes, as it seemed to be becoming more and more fluffy, with less and less real news well ITV Central is a complete joke, & has been for a number of years. A stint in the east followed with a three year job in Cambridge at BBC Look East as a presenter/reporter. Whats the funniest/worst thing to happen live on air whilst you have been working together? Sadly :mad: I used to live in Bristol. What is his worst habit in the studio? The nightly regional news programme was launched on 16 February 2009 as The West Country Tonight, following the merger of two regional news services The West Tonight (ITV West) and Westcountry Live (ITV Westcountry).[1][2]. as an aspiring journalist with absolutely no idea how to make tv news. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. BBC Points West does have some awful reporters - eg Steve Brodie who seems to have terrible trouble even talking properly, although to be fair ITV have Peter Rowell who can't say "H" (more like Aischlllhhhh") which is a real problem when you have to say "HTV" a lot! Crime. Whilst theirs might still be in honeymoon stage compared to other TV partnerships, its clear when you talk to them both there is a strong connection and a commitment to bring us the news that matters as well as celebrating the region. For those who are more adventurous, there's also a free VOI e-scooter one-day pass and one-month bike and e-bike trials. David McGoldrick plays a starring role as promotion-chasing Derby beat struggling Cheltenham at Pride Park. Kylie: We first met very late at night in a hotel bar; this isnt as dodgy as it sounds! This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Ian: Its never the celebrities that inspire me the most, although I loved interviewing Devons Ade Edmondson as Im a HUGE fan of his band The Bad Shepherds! Kylie: There is nowhere else on TV where you get the chance to see whats happening where you live, and celebrate your region. Weather watchers across the North West and the Isle of Man have been wowed by a spectacular light show in the night sky. Local authorities in the West of England are offering residents and those that work in the area a range of transport deals, including up to 12 free bus taster tickets for travel in Bristol (Image . Westcountry News presenters Ian Axton and Kylie Pentelow (Image: Tim Alban) They get to pose the difficult questions and put interviewees on the spot every day in ITV's regional news programme, Westcountry News, but especially for Devon Life Kate Haskell turns the tables and gets the lowdown on presenters Ian Axton and Kylie Pentelow. Managers say losing 56,000 trees in a popular forest is "sad but necessary". The programme received one of the highest percentage shares of radio listening in the UK. Its a genuine privilege to be given the chance to work on ITV News West Country, a programme with such a great reputation for bringing the best of local news. As part of the pan-regional launch of what was initially called The Westcountry Tonight in February 2009, two opt-out services were retained, incorporating the first half of the main evening programme on weeknights at 6pm, the full late bulletins after News at Ten on weeknights, and sports news on Mondays and Fridays. Kylie. He joined Meridian Tonight South-East in 2006 to anchor the programme. Ian: As part of the interview process I had to carry out a number of on-screen auditions with presenters who wanted to work here and I can honestly say I really liked Kylie from the moment I met her. Read more: Plymouth's Royal Citadel and Stonehouse Barracks saved from closure, Ill miss working in TV and news and the thrill of the titles rolling every evening at 6 but I was offered a rare opportunity to try something new and couldnt turn it down. Filton Avenue: Woman stabbed outside pub as man remains in custody, A 36-year-old man was arrested and remains in custody, Tesco shoppers vow to boycott store as it smells like 'rank toilet' making them want to 'heave'. Bobs father worked as a regional news anchorman for the BBC, so despite the warnings it was natural for him to go into the business. Women's Work Lab is seeking new clients to help them return to paid roles after becoming a parent. When the programme launched, it was presented by ITV West presenters Lisa Aziz and Steve Scott (formerly of The West Tonight). He said he would be leaving at the end of July and the time was right for a new challenge. Working in the South West, my favourite part of the country, is an absolute pleasure. Around 540 people had requested to join an adult cycle training course and were contacted by the council to set that up, with 81 people requesting a family group cycle training. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. In my teens I won an award for acting and one day want to return to the stage, I can sing Halfway Up the Stairs in the style of The Muppets. If you missed it, there is a chance that the lights may show again this evening, 27 February. Investigations take place at Dairy Crest's Davidstow site, whose owners were fined 1.5m in 2022. Ill look forward to watching my regional news programme from home from August x. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Kylie says: Its Clive Owen! . While the lights are a common sight at the edge of the Arctic Circle, they are usually only evident in northern England about once a year. Journalists working at or writing for ITV News West Country - Reporters: Robert Murphy Bristol, England, U.K. Crime and Investigations Correspondent @ ITV News West Country - Reporters. I will say no more, but if you Google Ian Kylie Cucumber youll see what I mean.. Kylie: Ian made me laugh so much I couldnt read the autocue. There have been enormous changes in regional TV over the past few yearshow has this been for the better? Ian will say me - but check out his number of tweets - its HIM!! Ian's move into television came when he joined ITV Meridian as a producer and presenter. Free Directory for Businesses in Somerset, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Devon & Cornwall. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. Ian: I was sacked from a job as a cinema projectionist because I played the film reels in the wrong order. Self - Somerset Correspondent 1 episode, 2014. Website. Ellie Barker began her career in television at the very bottom making tea (although her family complain she still doesn't leave the bag in long enough). City councillors are urging NHS Devon to "stop dithering" in getting the new facility built. Ian says: Kylie. In this conversation. [3] ITV West weather presenters Alex Beresford and Bob Crampton were both retained. . He's a brilliant presenter and I can't wait to sit next to him every night at 6pm and introduce him to our wonderful viewers who I know will love him. Points West profiles: Presenters. BBC or ITV Local? As a general rule, BBC London has proper news and covers the arts and sport much better than London Tonight. In his new role, Seb will present ITV News West Countrys two regional news programmes alongside Eli-Louise Wringe. I always watch anglia news first then lookeast but have always liked anglia more. She grew up in Burnham Beeches in Buckinghamshire and had her first taste of the South-West when she went to the University of Bath to study Sociology. Alternatively, drivers who use pay-as-you-go car sharing can get free Car Club credit. On Twitter, @object_000 wrote: "Shouldn't the mitigation be an improved bus service, rather than some free "taster" tickets? I know some people who arent at home in time to watch at 6pm so they tune in to ITV+1 at 7pm! The scheme will turn empty outbuildings into three artist studios, a charity says. ITV News West Country is a British television news service broadcast and produced by ITV West Country. In the North West, I would always opt for Granada Reports- the balance of the programme has gone rather features-heavy in recent years, but there is a good, strong reporting team and a warm feel to the presentation. The Met Office Tweeted: "A coronal hole high speed stream arrived this evening combined with a rather fast coronal mass ejection leading to Aurora sightings across the UK.". At weekends he would sneak into the studio and try his hand at presenting, sending his attempts to the head of news. Alex Lovell. Ive enjoyed watching the programme for many years and its a privilege to now be one of the main presenters. As well as reading news bulletins he presented a weekly current affairs programme and reported from Bosina at the end of the war. The initiative was first launched last year when Bristol's clean air zone was introduced, but many people are unaware that it is still ongoing. "It's great being called upon and I'm really thankful for the opportunity to work with the network team as well. Weve exciting plans to refresh the programme later this year. [11][12] Sabet Choudhury succeeds Messer from 17 October 2022.[10]. Dressing room gossip - things you never knew about Ian & Kylie. It was a bit like speed dating! Bristol Live demands better buses for Bristol, given the unreliability of Bristol's bus service, Impact of Bristol bus cuts as passengers share experiences, 'I'd use buses if they were more reliable but now it's only as a last resort', Pressure mounts for Bristol region bus franchising deal as West of England mayor asked to consider option, Bristol MP calls on Metro Mayor to take back control of 'shambles' bus service, River Avon crash victim's family pay tribute to 'beautiful' son Callum Norris, The 23-year-old died in the early hours of Saturday morning (February 25) after the car he was travelling in went through the railings and into the water, Mystery of baby girl found dead by river remains unsolved 20 years on, A fisherman discovered baby 'Amanda' in a white sack, weighed down by a brick, Primark's cross-body bags similar to 3.4k Dior version wowing savvy shoppers. "We need geomagnetic activity to be very high like a big solar event," he said. Anyone who has tried knows they can't rely on public transport in Bristol. However, Aziz was suspended in June 2009 from her position and left ITV in February 2010, with former Westcountry Live freelancer Vanessa Cuddeford taking over. Ive been with ITV ever since! They get to pose the difficult questions and put interviewees on the spot every day in ITVs regional news programme, Westcountry News, but especially for Devon Life Kate Haskell turns the tables and gets the lowdown on presenters Ian Axton and Kylie Pentelow, Ian Axton: '! (the main evening news). . The BBC speaks to people who captured the rare phenomenon on camera to find out how they did it. Lancaster University's AuroraWatch service will be tweeting updates on where and when the phenomenon may become visible on Monday evening, 27 February. I look forward to seeing you on air with Eli-Louise and the team very soon.. Tesco has now apologised for the smell, and claimed staff are working on the issue. BBC News - Cornwall BBC News - Cornwall. . So how well do they really know each other? Former BBC presenter Sabet Choudhury has joined ITV News West Country as the new presenter of our flagship 6pm regional news programmes. He adds: My initial training as a journalist started in Cornwall - at the Camborne College of Mining, where I studied newspaper journalism. Why do you think regional TV is still essential viewing? * IAN AXTON. . Verified account Protected Tweets @; Suggested users There were numerous responses to his tweets which wished him well for the future and said he would be missed. "To get a really good show like this, pushing the northern lights down to southern parts of England, we get it maybe a couple of times a decade, once a decade, something like that. All Rights Reserved. Notable on air staff include Ben McGrail (Somerset correspondent). Olga Pantos and her family are living in the second home of a man whose life he claims she saved. I was born in Plymouth so I was a little interested but if I'm in Bristol/Somerset, I want to hear news from that area, not what's happening in Cornwall. contact the editor here. ITV News West Country is broadcast from studios in Brislington, Bristol, with district reporters and camera crews based in newsrooms at Plymouth, Exeter, Truro, Taunton, Swindon and Gloucester.. History. He says: Its a huge honour to join and learn from such a talented and professional team at ITV News West Country. Photographers raced to find their cameras . ITV local is a joke! I even had a short stint freelancing at the wonderful Falmouth Packet in the 1990s. (It is) just a shame the clouds began rolling in just as it started.". View Alex Lovell As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "The lights were dancing. Beresford left the programme in a full time capacity to present the weather for Good Morning Britain in 2017; Crampton remained in his role until his retirement in 2018.[4]. 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