A respected dog grooming business in Wedmore, Somerset has gone up for sale after 18 years.

Deciding to quit smoking can be a difficult choice to make, but sticking to your decision afterwards, especially when the cravings hit, can be even harder. There are various methods you can use to help ease withdrawal symptoms, from therapy to nicoti...

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

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.

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.

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

A Burnham-on-Sea based choir has announced the date of its annual charity fundraising concert

The Front Garden Music Festival is back for its fourth year

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.

Haverslice has announced that it will be moving onto Love Lane, where it will set up a "one stop shop", complete with a customer dining area, a takeaway counter, an extended menu and even customer parking.

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.

The A370 Weston Road in East Brent remains partially closed after a car crash earlier this morning.

A six-year-old schoolboy from Burnham-on-Sea has set up his own YouTube Beach Safety channel after a child was swept to his death in 2012.

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.

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Councillors held a meeting with GWR to discuss accessibility at the train station and concerns about the road bridge over the railway.

A main road through the town of Cheddar is set to close for over three weeks for gas works.

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge's new Mayor has been elected, Cllr Sharon Perry will take over from former Mayor Cllr Lesley Millard.

A man from Highbridge has claimed the construction of a housing development has caused damage to his property.

An eight-year-old boy from Glastonbury is set to climb Mount Snowdon for Highbridge animal charity Secret World.

An award-winning restaurant in Highbridge is welcoming its customers after refurbishment works.

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

"We’re proud to announce that His Majesty King Charles III will be our new Patron, succeeding Queen Elizabeth II."

Pride-on-Sea is set to return to Burnham-on-Sea this summer, here's everything you need to know for the event.

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.

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

Burnham-on-Sea RNLI crews assisted with a volunteers' marriage proposal on the beach near the Low Lighthouse.

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.

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.

More than a third of children’s main meals sold in restaurants still exceed the government’s maximum salt target, a survey suggests.

We're looking back through the archives to 2020 when a rare black fox was spotted walking on a country lane in Brean.

Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

Jill Dando Journalists wowed their latest patron Sir Lindsay Hoyle inside Parliament's state rooms

In recent months, there has been a growing concern over pre-teens and teenagers using an excessive amount of luxury skincare products. However, many of these trending products are age-restricted due to the potential damage they may cause to young peo...

A new study conducted by experts at Vignetteswitzerland.com has revealed the most and least affordable European countries for young drivers and the financial barriers they face when selecting their first car.

The 75-Day Hard Challenge has become an infamous fitness trend on social media having amassed 44.7 million views on TikTok. The challenge involves following a series of strict rules for 75 days – but is it worth it?

Brits, beware! As the summer sun begins to peek through and gardens burst into life, a silent threat lurks beneath the surface of your beloved green lawn: leatherjackets. Infestations are currently wreaking havoc on lawns across the country.

A school in Bridgwater has applied to install new ten-feet-tall 'prison mesh' fencing around its perimeter.