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Mon, 22 Feb 2021 08:53:33 +0000
Cinemas in Somerset who received grants thanks to Culture Recovery Fund
SIX cinemas in Somerset have received more than £300k from the Culture Recovery Fund.

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 07:26:43 +0000
Families with memorials offered a year free thanks to Sedgemoor Crematorium
FAMILIES with memorials at a crematorium are being offered a extra year free because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:12:03 +0000
Crews tackle 'deliberate' barn fire in Cossington near Bridgwater
ANOTHER 'deliberate' fire was started near Bridgwater yesterday evening (February 21).

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Latest coronavirus figures in four Somerset districts
THERE have been 53 new Covid-19 cases in four Somerset districts in the past 24-hours - and sadly four deaths.

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 09:28:02 +0000
6 things Boris Johnson could say when he outlines 'road map' to end lockdown
He urged people to be “both optimistic but also patient” ahead of announcing plans saying, “we want progress to be cautious but also irreversible.”

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:18:35 +0000
Police say Stretcholt fire not treated as arson
POLICE have said the Stretcholt fire is not "currently being treated as arson".

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 08:44:27 +0000
Large 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 14:46:53 +0000
The Parking Lot Social comes to Bristol Airport for Easter
A DRIVE-IN Easter tour is coming to Bristol this April.

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Council rejected calls for Somerset to take part in future trial of universal basic income
SOMERSET County Council has rejected calls from opposition councillors for the county to take part in a future trial of universal basic income (UBI).

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Lawyer's warning to couples to avoid horrors of TV drama Finding Alice
ITV’S latest television drama Finding Alice has been a necessary diversion during these endless winter weeks of lockdown, but it has also provided a useful warning about the far-reaching consequences of a person’s sudden death, particularly wh...

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater 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 +0000
PICTURES: 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 +0000
20 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.

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:48:32 +0000
Married At First Sight is looking for UK singletons - how to apply
The Australian version of the show has proved a hit and now TV producers are looking for single Brits to take part in the next UK series.

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:47:45 +0000
Martin Lewis reveals how much you should be paying into your pension each year
There are several pension plans that you can choose from, including state pension and private workplace pensions.

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:40:08 +0000
What could Boris Johnson's 'road map' look like? - plans for pubs, schools and non-essential shops
Boris Johnson has called for patience ahead of announcing plans to lift lockdown saying “we want progress to be cautious but also irreversible.”

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 20:24:25 +0000
Latest 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 +0000
Watch: 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 +0000
Two 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 +0000
Increased 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 +0000
Horse 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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
What you need to know ahead of Census 2021 next month
CENSUS Day will soon be upon us.

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Wet 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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
Boots, 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 +0000
St. 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 +0000
Latest 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 +0000
Plans 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 +0000
Latest 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 +0000
Man 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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
Huge 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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
Prime 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 +0000
Drink 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 06:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater 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 12:13:09 +0000
Tonight'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 +0000
When 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 +0000
15 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 +0000
PICTURES & 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 +0000
Firefighters 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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
Plan 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 +0000
Arrest 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 +0000
Government 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 +0000
Avon 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 +0000
Children'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 +0000
Somerset 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 +0000
Shed fire on Parish Mews in Yeovil
A SHED in Yeovil was completely destroyed in a fire last night (February 17).



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