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Sun, 22 Aug 2021 08:44:31 +0100
Person freed as car hits street light and overturns in North Petherton
A CAR smashed into a street light and ended up on its side in the early hours of this morning.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 05:55:00 +0100
Why is this farmer selling his rare classic Mini runaround?
A POLAR opposite pair of vehicles are among those going under the hammer in Somerset in October.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 05:50:00 +0100
Homes plan for former pub site among latest Sedgemoor applications
BELOW are the planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between August 5 and 11, 2021.For more details, and to comment on applications, log on to www.sedgemoor.gov.uk/planning.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 13:51:46 +0100
Sedgemoor has HIGHEST Covid rate in whole of England
SEDGEMOOR has the highest Covid-19 infection rate in the whole of England, according to the latest official figures.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Impressive Georgian Somerset village home with ANOTHER two-bed cottage
STANDFAST House is an impressive Grade II listed house with a charming Georgian façade.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:06:46 +0100
Climate Central map shows Somerset's rising sea level threat
AN interactive map shows that large parts of Somerset could be below the annual flood level from 2030.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:19:18 +0100
Police appeal after Bridgwater crash involving two vans and a car
POLICE are appealing to witnesses to a three-vehicle collision earlier this month.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 13:16:12 +0100
Bridgwater United set to host Ilfracombe tomorrow in FA Cup
Bridgwater United are ready for their FA Cup preliminary round match on Saturday August 21 against Ilfracombe Town.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:37:47 +0100
Yellow thunderstorm warning for Somerset
THE whole of Somerset has been put on alert for heavy downpours and thunder tomorrow (Saturday, August 21).

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:14:16 +0100
Shipham First School reducing waste with TerraCycle scheme
FOLLOWING in the footsteps of climate activist Greta Thunberg, Somerset school children are taking action on climate change.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:33:23 +0100
Bridgwater MP Ian Liddell-Grainger DEFENDS gun laws
A SOMERSET MP believes that 99.9% of gunowners in the UK are "responsible and law-abiding" - and says they should not be placed under stricter regulations.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 13:50:12 +0100
Mountain Warehouse at Clarks Village, Street, re-opens
A SHOP at Clarks Village has re-opened with a brand new look.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:25:04 +0100
Motorists in Somerset warned of delays TODAY due to 'abnormal load'
MOTORISTS are being advised to expect "some disruption in Somerset today (Thursday, August 19).

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:15:52 +0100
Fire crews battle blaze at farm in Brean, near Burnham-on-Sea
FIRE crews are still battling a blaze involving 500 hay bales in Somerset.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:04:31 +0100
Why Sedgemoor has second highest Covid rate in the country
SOMERSET'S health bosses are urging people in Sedgemoor to be cautious after it emerged the district has the second highest Covid-19 rate in the country.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Westcountry WARAG 2021 to take place in Westonzoyland this month
AN event held near Bridgwater this month is set to take visitors back in time to World War One.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 17:15:24 +0100
Miss Somerset Elegance Amber Jefferson in national final
A WOMAN who took early retirement at the age of 40 is in the national final of a modelling competition.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:40:42 +0100
What this weekend's Blue Moon means for you
WE'VE experienced several special celestial events this year, from meteor showers to multiple Supermoons, a total lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:31:14 +0100
Bridgwater United beat Brixham in forced FA Cup replay
Bridgwater United scraped a plucky 2-1 victory over Brixham last night in their enforced FA Cup replay, in a game that had plenty of drama, but no sin bins.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 08:23:37 +0100
Volunteer bikers' life saving efforts recognised with prestigious medal
THE members of a group of lifesavers have all been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of 30 years' vital service.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:29:07 +0100
Businesses at Kilver Court, Shepton Mallet, to close as owners decide to sell
MULTIPLE businesses at a popular shopping destination in Somerset are set to close.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Official event to open new toddler play area at Eastover Park in Bridgwater
A NEW play area in Bridgwater is holding an official opening event next week.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:56:24 +0100
Concern for Somerset man Phillip who went missing this morning
THERE are concerns for a Somerset man who went missing this morning (Tuesday, August 17).

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:20:47 +0100
Weston-super-Mare man charged with indecent exposure
A MAN from Somerset has been charged with indecent exposure.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 08:17:04 +0100
Wedmore Beer Festival in September
ORGANISERS of the 20th Wedmore Real Ale Festival can't wait to get things safely underway after missing out last year due to Covid.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Figures revealed: Children being treated for eating disorders by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
MORE than 100 young people were treated by the Somerset Trust for eating disorders as the coronavirus pandemic took its toll on the mental health of the nation's children.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Six homes could replace The Pimpernel pub, West Huntspill
SIX new homes could replace a former landmark pub in a Somerset village.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Bridgwater Quayside Festival's mini-fest
BRIDGWATER town centre was alive with music, theatre, exhibitions and activities on Saturday (August 14).

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 12:19:34 +0100
Avenue Nursery School in North Petherton closes its doors after 30 years
IT was the end of an era when a nursery school serving the community for almost three decades closed its doors for the final time last month.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:34:49 +0100
Somerset district where Covid infection rate doubles in a week
THE Covid infection rate has almost doubled in a week on on Somerset district, according to the latest official figures.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 13:08:47 +0100
BBC's Clinton Rogers writes his autobiography
FORMER BBC correspondent Clinton Rogers has gone into print - to raise money for St Margaret’s Hospice.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 12:56:20 +0100
PICTURES: Petrolheads' delight at Bridgwater Classic Car Show
PETROLHEADS had a fuel-filled day at the Bridgwater Classic and Vintage Club Show.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:43:40 +0100
Are you aware of the Covid-19 self-isolation rule changes?
Self-isolation requirements have been eased - but only for children and the double-jabbed.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 10:36:49 +0100
MP asks residents to 'keep up pressure' to re-open Victoria Park Medical Centre, Bridgwater
A SOMERSET MP is urging resident to ‘keep up the pressure’ to ensure a medical centre re-opens as soon as possible.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 10:20:38 +0100
Six high-profile murders in Somerset since 1990
Over the past few decades, Somerset has seen some truly shocking crimes.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 11:08:46 +0100
Plans to replace temporary classrooms at Woolavington Primary School
PLANS have been submitted to replace temporary classrooms at a Somerset school, which are in 'poor condition' and are 'impacting on teaching and learning'.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 09:04:46 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
AVON and Somerset Police have announced the locations where officers will be manning mobile speed cameras this week.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:47:48 +0100
Bullock rescued from King Sedgemoor Drain
FIREFIGHTERS rescued a bullock that was stuck in a water-filled ditch 'for some time'.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 10:01:05 +0100
Glamping site plan for village near Burnham-on-Sea
A NEW glamping site could be built near a busy Somerset railway line if plans are approved.

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 09:49:58 +0100
Plan for Papa John's pizza restaurant in Glastonbury
GLASTONBURY pizza lovers will soon be able to enjoy a slice of Papa John’s if new plans are approved.

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:48:17 +0100
Record numbers waiting for treatment in Somerset: Figures
A RECORD number of patients were waiting for routine treatment in Somerset in June, figures show.

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 05:50:00 +0100
Plan for stables near RSPCA centre among Sedgemoor applications
BELOW are the planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between July 29 and August 4, 2021.

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 13:53:38 +0100
Somerset dairy firm Yeo Valley recruiting for DOZENS of jobs
A SOMERSET dairy firm is hiring dozens of people across its production facilities across the west country.

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 12:32:33 +0100
Bridgwater United Women start league campaign this Sunday
SUNDAY 15th August will mark the start of Bridgwater United FC Women’s league campaign in The FA Women’s National League.

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Somerset farmhouse comes with detached barn conversion
MANOR Farm is a Grade II listed Somerset farmhouse sitting within generous grounds amidst rolling countryside and featuring a detached converted barn that provides a strong income, with a further barn that is also ripe for conversion.

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 11:34:00 +0100
Environment Agency clamping down on illegal fishing
A WARNING has been issued to illegal anglers in Somerset this month.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 16:16:01 +0100
Gang attack on teenager in Hamp Avenue area, Bridgwater
POLICE have issued a witness appeal after a teenager was attacked by a group of 'young males'.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 13:26:34 +0100
Two die in plane crash near Buckland St Mary
TWO people have died after in a light aircraft crash on farmland near Taunton.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 20:23:31 +0100
PICTURES: Perseid meteor shower lights up Somerset's skies
STAR-GAZERS in Somerset have been treated to a light display as Earth passed through debris left behind by a comet.

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:12:18 +0100
Planning a Bank Holiday on the beach? You could be in luck say weather forecasters
THERE'S a ray of hope for those of us hoping to get to the beach on the August bank holiday.



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