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Bridgwater Mercury

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 09:15:00 +0000
SLaMS joins the UK Men’s Sheds Association to save lives
TODAY (March 3) the Somerset Levels and Moors Shed (SLaMS) joins the UK Men’s Sheds Association as it launches the Charter for Wellbeing in Craft and DIY.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:57:50 +0000
Weekend catch up for missed rubbish collections
BAGS more recycling is being collected across Sedgemoor and West Somerset following the start of Recycle More.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Snapchat predator Christopher Ware jailed
A SNAPCHAT predator has been jailed for blackmailing seven young girls into sending him sexual images while using a string of false identities.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 02:00:00 +0000
Aldi's hanging egg chair is back - but you'll have to be quick
Aldi's Hanging Egg Chair is back in stock today, but be quick as it is expected to sell out!

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 16:13:43 +0000
Westfield and Cannington churches welcome new community minister
EXPERIENCED community minister Marie Trubic will be working within the communities in the district.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:14:19 +0000
Police release CCTV image in probe into Bridgwater robbery
POLICE have issued a CCTV image of a man they believe may have witnessed a robbery in Bridgwater.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:32:16 +0000
Tributes to James Goodman, who died after road traffic collision
A YOUNG man who tragically died following a road traffic incident is being remembered as a fun-loving person who would help anyone.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 11:51:36 +0000
Three men fined for failing to pay train fares in Somerset
THREE men from Somerset have been fined hundreds of pounds after being proved guilty of travelling on Great Western Railway services without paying a fare.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:08:35 +0000
Decision made to close overnight service at Minehead's Minor Injuries Unit
A DECISION has been made to close the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) in Minehead overnight.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Mum shaves her head to raise funds for two good causes
A MUM will be completely shaving her head to raise money for new school playground equipment and a charity.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:00:57 +0000
Police appeal to find wanted man Scott Brain
POLICE in Avon and Somerset have issued an image of a wanted man.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
New column from publicity director for Bridgwater Carnival
HELLO, my name is Dave Stokes and I am the Publicity Director for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival. It’s great to be working in partnership with the Bridgwater Mercury again, and every two weeks a member of the carnival’s publicity team will be pro...

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0000
M&S sale has up to 50 percent off from selected lines from women's clothes to homeware
M&S has slashed its prices across its products from women's clothes to homeware. Shop the best deals here.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:30:00 +0000
The Fragrance Shop is offering up to 60 percent off perfumes - but you'll have to be quick
The Fragrance Shop has launched a sale but you'll need to be quick.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:33:18 +0000
Bridgwater Independent Market launched this month
A NEW weekend market is coming to Bridgwater this month.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:04:27 +0000
Adam Hayes and family's three generations at markets
THREE generations of the same family have been connected to livestock markets in Taunton and North Petherton.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 12:43:08 +0000
Allocation of secondary schools for Somerset primary pupils
THE number of Somerset 11-year-olds starting at the preferred secondary school in September has hit a record level.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:45:06 +0000
Hip-hop act to perform at Taunton Creative Innovation Centre
A HIP-HOP act will perform in Taunton​ at the Creative Innovation Centre this Friday (March 4).

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:47:20 +0000
Altercation in Farmfoods car park, Weston-super-Mare
TWO men were arrested following a bust up in a supermarket car park.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:49:59 +0000
Bridgwater woman shares details of her Slimming World journey
A BRIDGWATER woman has described her successful Slimming World journey.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:13:18 +0000
Enmore Park GC helps twins get Duke of Edinburgh award
DESPITE the aftermath of the storms 52 of the Ladies Section at Enmore Park Golf Club were able to get out and enjoy an eight hole team multiplier competition on Wednesday.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:06:39 +0000
Top 10 PlayStation 5 games and PS5 restocks including GTA V and Elden Ring
Here are the top 10 PlayStation 5 games in 2022 and where you can purchase a PS5.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:40:00 +0000
Motorist must pay over £800 for driving uninsured in Taunton
A TEENAGER who failed to be "of good behaviour" at appointments arranged as part of a community order has been fined £200 at Taunton Magistrates' Court.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:25:59 +0000
Avon and Somerset Police catch uninsured American motorist
AN American motorist has been stopped by Avon and Somerset Police's roads policing unit for driving without insurance.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:00:08 +0000
Fire crews rescue horse from ditch near Burrowbridge
A LOCAL farmer helped out as firefighters from Taunton rescued a large horse stuck in a water-filled ditch.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:11:26 +0000
Haven Holiday Park in Burnham-on-Sea applies for licence to host outdoor entertainment
RESIDENTS of a seaside town in Somerset could soon find a "mini-Glastonbury" on their doorstep if a local holiday park gets its entertainment licence changed.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater mum discusses the cost of living crisis
THE cost of living crisis is forcing local families to shift their priorities, giving up luxuries to help afford the necessities said a Bridgwater mum.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Personalised gift ideas for Mother's Day from The Perfume Shop
The Perfume Shop has some personalised services to make the gift for your loved one extra special.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Lidl’s cast iron designer-inspired collection is returning to stores – How to get yours
Lidl has relaunched its Cast Iron Collection.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:09:42 +0000
Green light for 167 homes on Brue Farm development near Highbridge
PLANS for 167 new homes on the edge of Highbridge have been given the green light.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:25:20 +0000
Somerset Rugby Referees Society address referees abuse
THE Somerset Rugby Referees Society issued a message on social media this weekend discussing the difficulties faced by local referees.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Green focus column from Mark Ward, Somerset Wildlife Trust
FOR many of us, the Severn Estuary and Bristol Channel provide a valuable source of inspiration and enjoyment - from walking along our coast paths, spending time on our beaches, watching wildlife or partaking in recreational activities such as sailin...

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:02:32 +0000
Protests take place in Bridgwater against Health and Care Bill
A SERIES of protests took place yesterday (February 26) up and down the country to fight against the Health and Care Bill.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Latest planning applications in Sedgemoor
BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between February 10 and February 16 2022.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Girl Guides Brent Knoll donate 100 shopping bags to Community Shop
ONE hundred hand-crafted shopping bags were donated to a community shop yesterday morning (February 26).

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
St Margaret's Hospice launch Make a Will Month campaign
IF you have been putting off making a Will - here's your chance.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
East Brent LVA LLP and Edenstone Homes submit plans for Old Bristol Road site in East Brent
REVISED proposals have been put forward for a new housing development dubbed “one of the worst” in Somerset.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 14:47:15 +0000
Fire crews from Taunton and Bridgwater rescue horse in North Petherton
FIRE crews rescued a horse from a water-filled ditch earlier today (February 26).

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 11:22:00 +0000
Olly Murs pulls out of Live in Somerset in Taunton
SINGER Olly Murs has said he is “gutted” to be cancelling his upcoming summer tour after undergoing “major knee surgery” this week.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 10:02:36 +0000
Votes open for new name of Somerset's repair and reuse van
NORMA, Phoenix, Revival, Sparky, Fixy/Fixy McFixFace... these are the potential names chosen for the county's new mobile repair and reuse project.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 09:35:26 +0000
One in 26 Avon and Somerset Police officers identify as gay or lesbian
ONE in 26 Avon and Somerset police officers identify as gay or lesbian, the first figures of their kind suggest.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of February 23 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 10:33:23 +0000
Bridgwater United Community Trust grows team
BRIDGWATER United Community Sports Trust is very proud to reveal yet another fantastic signing as we welcome Dan Rogers as our inaugural community engagement officer.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Plans for caravan lodges at St Audries Bay Holiday Club near Watchet
A HOLIDAY park could have 58 new caravan lodges if proposals are approved.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Period property for sale in Spaxton, near Bridgwater
A PERIOD property sits in the heart of Spaxton at the foot of the Quantock Hills.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Speeding courier let off driving ban so he can keep his job
A COURIER managed to avoid a driving ban for speeding after he told Taunton Deane Magistrates' Court he would lose his job if he was disqualified.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 22:04:23 +0000
Hygiene ratings for every Greggs in Bridgwater
Greggs is possibly the most popular bakery in the country but how do the chain's branches in Brighton measure up when it comes to food standards?

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000
World Book Day children's fancy dress costumes at Aldi
You can get your hands on a fancy dress costume for World Book Day thanks to Aldi’s Specialbuys.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:50:21 +0000
DC Jon Hooper accused of sending inappropriate text messages
AN Avon and Somerset detective has been accused of sending inappropriate texts to two victims of sexual assault.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 15:38:52 +0000
Pedestrian dies in Asda car park, Highbridge
A WOMAN has died this morning (Friday, February 25) after being hit by a car in a supermarket car park.



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