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Bridgwater Mercury

Sun, 15 May 2022 08:26:11 +0100
The historic buildings we’re at risk of losing forever
Some of them are in a bad way.

Sun, 15 May 2022 08:25:21 +0100
The Guinness World Records set in Somerset
Some amazing stuff has happened in our wonderful county.

Sun, 15 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications in Sedgemoor
BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between April 28 and May 4 2022.

Sun, 15 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Blood moon 2022: How to see the total lunar eclipse in Somerset
A total lunar eclipse will see the moon turn red this week - find out when the blood moon is happening and how to watch it in Somerset.

Sat, 14 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Tripadvisor: Best and worst Wetherspoons in Somerset
There’s not much to expect when you go to a Wetherspoons, just cheap and cheerful drinks and laughs with friends

Sat, 14 May 2022 10:55:03 +0100
BTC apprentices learn from Olympic gymnast in Wales
A GROUP of more than 40 Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) apprentice coaches have met Olympic medallist Alice Kinsella during a residential.

Sat, 14 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Property with annexe and swimming pool for sale in Bridgwater
A GORGEOUS family home, which offers four to six bedrooms, is for sale.

Fri, 13 May 2022 15:28:50 +0100
Police in Somerset 'increasingly concerned' for missing boy
POLICE in Somerset have taken over the investigation into a 14-year-old boy who has been missing for almost a fortnight.

Fri, 13 May 2022 11:39:53 +0100
Speeders fail to spot marked cop car right behind
TRAFFIC cops have taken a pop on social media at two speeding drivers they've dealt with.

Fri, 13 May 2022 10:29:09 +0100
Pride of Somerset Youth Awards results 2022
THE 15th Pride of Somerset Youth Awards highlighted the remarkable achievements of young people across the county.

Fri, 13 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest Carnival Corner column from Dave Stokes, Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival
THE stunning pictures coming out of Brazil at the end of last month, showing the Sambadrome filled once more with people and entries as the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Carnival returned for the first time since 2020, really were a sight to behold.

Fri, 13 May 2022 10:14:08 +0100
World Cocktail Day: 2022’s most popular cocktail is revealed
As if we need an excuse to have a cocktail, but this Friday, May 13 we really do have one as it's World Cocktail Day!

Fri, 13 May 2022 09:09:11 +0100
Huge recall of Tesco chicken amid salmonella fears
Major supermarkets and retailers across the UK have issued an urgent "DO NOT EAT" warning amid food poisoning fears linked to salmonella.

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:18:37 +0100
A39 Quantock Road re-opened after accident
All lanes re-opened on the A39 after earlier accident

Thu, 12 May 2022 17:26:39 +0100
Healthwatch Somerset seeks views to improve GP websites
IS your local GP’s website difficult to use? writes Daniel Mumby.

Thu, 12 May 2022 16:10:41 +0100
Summer fete to raise funds for The Children’s Hospice South West
A CHILDREN’S hospice will hold a summer fete to raise “much-needed funds” for the charity.

Thu, 12 May 2022 12:19:28 +0100
One person taken to hospital after crash in Bridgwater
ONE person has been taken to hospital after a crash between a van and a car in Bridgwater.

Thu, 12 May 2022 11:48:02 +0100
Avon and Somerset Police gun amnesty starts today
PEOPLE in Somerset are being urged to hand in any unwanted guns during a firearms and ammunition surrender starting today (Thursday, May 12).

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:59:52 +0100
Somerset County Council to spend £7m on making repairs to schools
MORE than £7m will be spent on making urgent repairs to Somerset’s schools over the next 12 months.

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:50:31 +0100
Clayhill Arts celebrates unseen culture and folklore
A BRIDGWATER-based creative learning space, Clayhill Arts will celebrate the area’s rich – and often unseen - culture of craft-making and folklore.

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:32:42 +0100
Analysis of the council elections in Somerset
THE dust has now settled following the astonishing turn of events which transpired in Somerset on Friday (May 6) following the local elections.

Thu, 12 May 2022 08:30:00 +0100
Wembdon couple drive to Ukraine to deliver sweets to children
A COUPLE will drive to the Ukrainian/Polish border to deliver 1000 bags of sweets to put a smile on children’s faces.

Thu, 12 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest column from Simon Clarke at Somerset Wildlife Trust
DEDICATION to data is what you need… if you want to be a record maker...

Thu, 12 May 2022 11:31:12 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Thursday, May 12
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, May 12.

Wed, 11 May 2022 12:06:00 +0100
Bridgwater Town Council and Sedgemoor parish election results
LABOUR gained two seats from the Conservatives in last week's Bridgwater Town Council election as voters went to the polls to elect their local government representatives.

Wed, 11 May 2022 14:57:25 +0100
Police appeal to find wanted man Nathan Nurton
POLICE have appealed for the public's help to track down a man in connection with their investigation into a sexual offence.

Wed, 11 May 2022 11:19:57 +0100
Arrest after man knocked unconscious in Bridgwater
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was knocked unconscious when assaulted in Bridgwater earlier this month.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:10:18 +0100
Avon and Somerset appeal for missing Nasim Sweeting, 14
POLICE are appealing for people in the Avon and Somerset Police area to get in touch if they spot a missing 14-year-old boy.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
£36million a year to cut sewage discharge in Somerset rivers
AN annual war chest of £36million will help cut the amount of foul sewage discharged into Somerset's rivers during storms.

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Rightmove ranks Burnham-on-Sea as seaside price hotspot
Rightmove has revealed the top 10 seaside price hotspots with one Somerset location among them.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:32:21 +0100
Motorist caught parked on crossing in Cannington
POLICE were unimpressed by these piece of parking.

Wed, 11 May 2022 11:20:56 +0100
M&S launches summer grill range with kebabs, cheeseburgers and more - Fire up the BBQ
Fire up the barbie! M&S has launched its grill range in time for summer.

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:52:14 +0100
Emilijan Duka charged with intent to supply cannabis
A DRIVER stopped on the M5 in Somerset has appeared in court charged with intent to supply a class B drug.

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:23:06 +0100
Hinkley Point C’s community funding tops £13 million
THE project to build a new nuclear power station in Somerset has now awarded more than £13 million to community initiatives in the South-West.

Tue, 10 May 2022 10:11:47 +0100
Repair and reuse scheme running across Somerset
PEOPLE across Somerset are being urged to repair and reuse under a scheme starting this week.

Tue, 10 May 2022 08:57:44 +0100
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival looking for entertainers
TALENTED entertainers are being sought by Bridgwater​ Guy Fawkes Carnival Committee to be ‘front of curtain’ acts at the 2022 carnival concerts.

Tue, 10 May 2022 07:08:37 +0100
New grant for children in care homes in Somerset
EFFORTS to improve the lives of children in care across Somerset have received a boost following a government grant.

Tue, 10 May 2022 11:45:05 +0100
Morrisons launches May cleaning event sale – see the deals
The sale will see products such as the Flash Speed Mop Starter Kit discounted, as well as popular brands including Zoflora and Fabulosa.

Mon, 09 May 2022 14:27:00 +0100
Somerset shuts down to new NHS patients, group claims
A BRIDGWATER woman was “brought to tears” by the cost of private dental care she sought after being unable to find a local NHS provider.

Mon, 09 May 2022 14:17:07 +0100
'Work to start soon' on new M5 service station
CONSTRUCTION of a new service station on the M5 could begin shortly if revised plans for the site are approved, write Daniel Mumby.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:27:49 +0100
Cossington jazz night to raise funds for the Bridgwater League of Friends
A JAZZ night will raise funds for the Bridgwater​ League of Friends in Cossington.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:16:09 +0100
Clayhill Arts explores the art of Japanese embroidery in Bridgwater
CLAYHILL Arts explored the art of Japanese embroidery with a three-day course in Bridgwater.

Mon, 09 May 2022 14:18:00 +0100
Registration opens for Bridgwater United's academy trials
ASPIRING footballers from the local area have been encouraged to register for Bridgwater United’s upcoming academy trials for the new football season.

Mon, 09 May 2022 07:02:20 +0100
Locations of police speed cameras in Somerset this week
AVON and Somerset Police officers will be out in force again this week checking on motorists' speeds.

Mon, 09 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Progress update on Northgate Yard scheme in Bridgwater
A FLAGSHIP regeneration scheme is moving closer to the finish line - with completion of brickwork, panelling and installation of glasswork for shop fronts planned over the next few months.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:24:53 +0100
Ticketmaster launches sale on West End shows including Frozen- How to get tickets
From Frozen, Harry Potter, Jersy Boys, Matilda and so much more get deals on West End shows.

Sun, 08 May 2022 17:26:32 +0100
Jan Sweeny sculpture stolen from Badminton Horse Trials
A VALUABLE statue created by an artist from the Bridgwater area has been stolen overnight.

Sun, 08 May 2022 15:39:57 +0100
Somerset ranks among least stressed regions – see the full list
Residents in Somerset are thought to be among the most chill as a study reveals the least, and most, stressed regions – see the full list.

Sun, 08 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Map shows dog-friendly beaches in Somerset
SOMERSET beaches could be ideal for a day out or for walks with our four-legged friends, but not all of them are dog-friendly.

Sun, 08 May 2022 08:38:48 +0100
Simon Watt climbing Snowdon after open heart surgery
A BRIDGWATER man is celebrating his new life four years after he underwent open heart surgery.



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