A memoir dedicated to an RAF pilot born in Bridgwater is currently in the works.

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More thunderstorms are expected in the South West today (Saturday, May 18) as the Met Office issued a new yellow

This attractive detached house is situated in an elevated position on the fringes of the desirable village of Stockland Bristol

A kickboxing academy based in Bridgwater has relocated to a new premises at a business park, which they hope to extend.

A total of 1,653 burglaries took place in Somerset in 2023, that’s up 11% from the year prior. Somerset’s rise in burglary isn’t reflected across the Avon and Somerset Police force area.

A 17-year-old student will host an evening of musical theatre to raise money for Cancer Research UK

A family run window and door supplying and fitting business has opened its new showroom and trade counter

Somerset residents living in the Quantock Hills face a longer wait to see if dozens of new homes will be built on their doorstep.

Part of the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal which has been closed since 2021 is set to reopen this summer, following pleas from residents.

What should you do if you're neighbour decides to remove your hedge?

The Education Secretary has rejected the suggestion that new sex education guidance for schools will create a “big silence” around the conversation on gender, writes PA.

A new study has revealed that Taylor Swift is the most popular musician of all time, according to UK Google searches.

'Isn’t it wonderful how generous people can be – even in difficult times?', asks former BBC Somerset correspondent Clinton Rogers.

Analysis of Google search data reveals that searches for ‘Ozempic' exploded 865% in the UK as of May 14, 2024.

Calls to legislate for aggravated offences against disabled and LGBT+ people are not part of “a woke frontier”, a Conservative MP has said, writes Will Durrant from PA.

Check whether a neighbour can hang items like lights or plants along your fence with the official guidelines and rules.

These medical conditions automatically qualify for a Blue Badge in the UK - see who is also eligible according to GOV.UK.

The Front Garden Music Festival is back for its fourth year

A Bridgwater & Taunton College student has graduated from the pioneering Pathways to Law programme

Over 20 cases of cryptosporidiosis have been recorded following the emergence of a diarrhoea-type waterborne disease in Devon. As a result, many people have been left unsure of what to do, should they contract the illness.

Scattered thunderstorms are likely to develop across the South West, the Met Office said.

Bridgwater's 'custody suites' among others have been told 'too many' children are being kept there overnight following an inspection.

DOZENS of new homes will be built near a service station on the M5 in Somerset – despite concerns about whether the site can be safely accessed.

HSBC has applied for permission to make upgrades to its Bridgwater branch including a new cash machine.

A family home in Bridgwater could become a six-bedroom HMO under new plans despite parking complaints from residents.

A former salon in Bridgwater is set to become a new shop called Basic Needs.

A NEW report into the health of England’s counties has given Somerset an above-average Health Index score, based on ONS data.

Your beautiful garden sanctuary can quickly turn into a scene of frustration when faced with unwelcome pests. These critters can devour your gorgeous blooms, decimate your vegetable patch, and leave unwelcomed mess on your patio. But fear not, there ...

From a longlist of 12, six novels have been shortlisted for the 2023 International Booker prize. Our academics review the finalists ahead of the announcement of the winner on May 21.

A region of South Devon has been advised to boil their tap water after an outbreak of cryptosporidium, which causes vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach pains.

Bridgwater Town Council leader Brian Smedley has responded to an article in The Sun which labelled the town a 'fleapit'.

Bridgwater Carnival Life Member Chris Hocking has spoken on the history of the carnival concerts in his latest column.

Catcott village will open over 15 private gardens for a special event this summer

The Armstead Trade Arena roadshow will visit Bridgwater this summer

Bridgwater's branch of WHSmith has been confirmed to close later this year.

Located on the picturesque seafront of Paignton, the newly opened Ibis Styles hotel injects a fresh dose of style into the coastal landscape.

Bridgwater's Blake Gardens is set to host a live theatre performance from Wassail Theatre during the Food and Drink Festival.

"Upon stopping the vehicle, the suspect was detained. Officers searching the suspect located a quantity of cash. The vehicle was then searched and suspected class A drugs were located concealed within the car."

A missing person has been found in the Steart Marshes area near Bridgwater after the RNLI and police searched the area.

The Government’s “common sense” minister has announced a ban on jobs dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the Civil Service, writes Sophie Wingate from PA.

Remarkable young people will have their efforts recognised at the ceremony, which will take place on  Thursday, May 16, 6.30pm-9pm at The McMillan Theatre, Bridgwater.

Enquiries are still ongoing after a burglary at a pub in Cannington.

Two Avon and Somerset Police officers have been sacked for misconduct after failing to record or investigate an incident.

A popular horse racing event is set to conclude the season.

Farmers are controlling cows with a GPS tracker that plays Waltzing Matilda when they get too close to a virtual fence.

Many Somerset residents were lucky to see the Northern Lights over the weekend.

The Globe Inn North Petherton has received an upgrade after 20 years, hoping to attract more women and families.

A new 520-tonne steam generator has been delivered to Hinkley Point C.

Bridgwater MP candidate Claire Sully to host community event with speakers from EDF and Agratas.