Bridgwater Mercury
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 08:44:27 +0000Large property fire in Stretcholt, Bridgwater, this morning
ANOTHER large fire broke out in Bridgwater in the early hours of this morning (February 21).
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Bridgwater youngster April Stockham fundraises for Macmillan Cancer Support
BRIDGWATER youngster April Stockham has ‘braved the shave’ and raised more than £600 for cancer charity Macmillan Cancer Support.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 05:55:00 +0000PICTURES: Amazing collection of audio visual tech going under the hammer
A VAST collection of vintage radios, televisions, record players and other electronic items is hitting the right note with potential bidders before going up for auction.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 05:50:00 +000020 homes on farm shop site among latest Sedgemoor planning applications
BELOW are the planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between February 4 and 10, 2021.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 20:24:25 +0000Latest coronavirus cases in all four Somerset districts
THERE have been 83 positive coronavirus tests in all four Somerset districts in the last 24-hours.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 15:01:29 +0000Watch: Musicians write song to raise money for Mind in Somerset
THREE musicians and a singer - who have suffered from mental health issues - wrote and produced a song to raise funds for charity.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Two men arrested on suspicion of burglary in Weston-super-Mare
TWO people have been arrested after an attempted burglary in Weston-super-Mare this morning (February 19).
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 13:07:48 +0000Increased rat population in Somerset says pest controller
"RATS are on the rampage...invading abandoned offices and seeking refuge in people's homes"
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 10:54:47 +0000Horse rescued from water-filled ditch in Glastonbury
A HORSE was rescued from a water-filled ditch in Glastonbury yesterday afternoon (February 19).
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000Somerset wingsuit pilot jumped from peak of Africa’s second highest mountain
THIS amazing world-first video shows the moment a Somerset wingsuit pilot jumped from the peak of Africa’s second highest mountain.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000What you need to know ahead of Census 2021 next month
CENSUS Day will soon be upon us.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Wet weekend ahead for Somerset
IF you are planning on popping out for a walk this weekend wrap up warm and take an umbrella with you as it could rain in Somerset.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 06:30:00 +0000Somerset has most spring pests outside of London, Cleanipedia research reveals
SOMERSET has the second highest number of home-invading spring species of pests and insects in the UK, according to new research.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 09:21:06 +0000Boots, Asda, Tesco, Aldi and more issue product warnings over safety concerns
If you have bought any of the items mentioned, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000St. Modwen Homes launches 'Recommend a Friend' competition
SOMERSET residents could be in with a chance of winning £100,000 off the mortgage of their new home, as part of a competition being run by a housebuilder.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 19:48:22 +0000Latest coronavirus figures in all four Somerset districts
THERE has been 53 new Covid-19 cases in Somerset in the last 24 hours.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:06:15 +0000Plans submitted to extend Kilve car park in Somerset
PLANS to develop a car park in Somerset have been revealed this week.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:07:24 +0000Latest Covid-19 vaccination figures in Somerset revealed
NEARLY all those aged over 70 in Somerset have received their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:12:52 +0000Man arrested on suspicion of arson after fire at Bridgwater and Taunton College
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a blaze at Bridgwater and Taunton College
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:51:41 +0000Somerset charities awarded £400k grant by Somerset County Council
A GROUP of Somerset charities which provide free, confidential, and impartial advice on everything from money and employment to housing and relationships have been awarded a grant of £400,000 by Somerset County Council.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 09:51:50 +0000Huge fire at Bridgwater and Taunton College was started deliberately
A HUGE fire which destroyed campus workshops at Bridgwater and Taunton College was started deliberately, the fire service has confirmed.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:39:31 +0000Somerset County Council budget approved - including 4.99% tax rise
SOMERSET County Council has approved its annual budget with minimal opposition – including a nearly five per cent rise in council tax.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:27:49 +0000Prime Minister to make vaccines pledge as he hosts G7 meeting
BORIS Johnson will pledge to donate the majority of surplus coronavirus vaccines to poorer nations as he tries to rally world leaders to work together on efforts to combat the pandemic.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Bridgwater firm says businesses need to improve wellbeing support for employees or risk losing them
A BRIDGWATER firm which specialises in professional and personal wellbeing says businesses need to improve their wellbeing support for employees or risk losing them.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Drink driving among cases at Yeovil Magistrates' Court
A MAN in Yeovil was given a community order after he assaulted a police officer.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:13:09 +0000Tonight's EuroMillions jackpot could create UK's biggest ever lottery winner - how to play
The top prize would beat the current record of £170 million won by an anonymous UK winner in 2019.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:12:11 +0000When will pubs reopen in England? - what Boris Johnson has said
Boris Johnson hinted at when the hospitality sector will reopen ahead of detailing plans to gradually ease lockdown.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:25:26 +000015 fire crews battle blaze at Bridgwater & Taunton College campus
DOZENS of firefighters battling blaze at Bridgwater & Taunton College campus...
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:06:05 +0000PICTURES & VIDEO: Bridgwater college campus workshops 'completely destroyed' by fire
WORKSHOPS at a Bridgwater & Taunton College campus have been 'completely destroyed' by a fire.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:28:34 +0000Firefighters at chimney fire in King William Road, Catcott
FIREFIGHTERS were on their way back to their station when they were diverted to a chimney fire.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:24:47 +0000Somerset sees 81 new confirmed Covid cases, but infection rate drops across the county
SOMERSET has seen 81 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the latest 24-hour figures issued this afternoon (Thursday).
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:43:06 +0000Plan to unlock £25m of funding to 're-energise' Bridgwater submitted
AMBITIOUS plans to unlock £25m of Government funding to 're-energise' Bridgwater have been submitted by Sedgemoor District Council (SDC).
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:41:49 +0000Arrest in Haywood Village, Weston-super-Mare, after man seen shining torch at homes
A SHARP eyed person's actions have led to the arrest of suspect in the early hours of this morning (Thursday).
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:56:00 +0000Government gives more than 4,000 laptops to disadvantaged children in Somerset
MORE than 4,000 laptops and tablets have been given to disadvantaged children in Somerset.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:40:05 +0000Avon and Somerset detective denies 43 misconduct allegations
A MARRIED detective accused of sexually harassing a junior colleague insisted their relationship was consensual but he never fancied her.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:19:33 +0000Children's World in Glastonbury's receives £45,000 thanks to Covid-19 support fund
A CHARITY in Glastonbury has received £45,000 to run a new 'Creative Community' project.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:00:19 +0000Somerset man builds UK's biggest mobile pub - but can't take it anywhere due to coronavirus
A SOMERSET man has built the UK’s biggest mobile pub - but can’t take it anywhere due to Covid restrictions.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:07:08 +0000Shed fire on Parish Mews in Yeovil
A SHED in Yeovil was completely destroyed in a fire last night (February 17).
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Positive Covid test cases continue to decline in Somerset
THE number of positive Covid tests in Somerset has remained low in the latest 24-hour period.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Mike Bird, Bridgwater, to run from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise funds for charity
A SELF-CONFESSED couch potato has taken up running and is aiming to run the distance from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise funds for charity.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:16:20 +0000Former pub in North Somerset holds planning permission for day nursery
A PUB in North Somerset could soon be catering for a rather younger clientele than before, with the prospect of it becoming a nursery.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:08:14 +0000Parents may have to test children twice a week for Covid-19 when schools reopen
A health minister said there is “work in progress”following reports that parents could be asked to test their children at home twice a week.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:21:53 +0000Millions face British Gas bill £97 price hike from April
A surge in global energy commodity prices has raised the cost of sourcing gas from the wholesale market, leading to an increase in the cap.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:20:28 +0000When will gyms reopen in England? - What we know so far
Gyms have not been able to open at all this year amid new lockdown restrictions introduced in January.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Calculate how much water you use to claim a FREE eco showerhead
A new, free-to-use tool launched by Wessex Water can help you save money on your water bills, claim free water saving devices for your home and raise money for local charities.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:54:00 +0000Works to build new McDonald's in Bridgwater to start soon
WORKS to build a McDonald's restaurant near Bridgwater will start 'within the coming weeks', McDonald's has confirmed.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Family thank Musgrove ICU for looking after Taunton man who died from Covid-19
ANDREW Wilson died from Covid-19 at just 66-years-old at Musgrove Park Hospital - and the family wanted to thank ICU by donating toiletries and iPads.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:12:43 +0000Nine more Covid deaths in Somerset in 24 hours
SOMERSET has seen nine Covid-19 related deaths in the latest 24-hour period.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:50:07 +0000Somerset County Council chairman announces that he has cancer
THE chairman of Somerset County Council has announced that he has cancer.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:17:11 +0000Grants up for grabs for Somerset farmers: How you can bid
FARMERS are being invited to bid in Somerset’s biggest ever auction for works to reduce flooding, boost agriculture and improve the environment.