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Wed, 18 May 2022 09:48:55 +0100
Multiple vehicles set on fire in Weston-super-Mare
POLICE have deployed a drone in their search for an arsonist/s who torched "around 14" vehicles in a Somerset town earlier this morning (Wednesday, May 18).

Wed, 18 May 2022 09:36:52 +0100
Craig Overton and Jack Leach named in England squad
CRAIG Overton and Jack Leach have both retained their space in the England Men's test squad for the first upcoming match against New Zealand at Lord's.

Tue, 17 May 2022 15:36:28 +0100
Police test under-age purchases of knives at Somerset stores
AVON and Somerset Police are taking part in two national operations this month to help keep knives and firearms off the streets.

Tue, 17 May 2022 14:31:53 +0100
Sedgemoor Radio Controlled Flying Club hopes to set world record
MEMBERS of the Sedgemoor Radio Controlled Flying Club (SRCFC) took to the skies with their models at Westonzoyland Airfield to set a world record.

Tue, 17 May 2022 13:52:02 +0100
Bridgwater roundabout may not be built until homes finished
One nearby resident said allowing the changes to the roundabout would put Bridgwater’s road network under serious pressure.

Tue, 17 May 2022 11:58:12 +0100
Black Dyke Band to return to Bridgwater next month
THE Black Dyke Band, under director of music Professor Nicholas Childs is set to make a return trip to Bridgwater on Saturday June 25 at 7.30 pm.

Tue, 17 May 2022 12:40:00 +0100
Six appear in court to face cocaine and heroin supply charges
SIX people accused of being involved in the supply of cocaine and heroin - including a 17-year-old from Taunton - have appeared at magistrates' court. 

Tue, 17 May 2022 08:31:03 +0100
Hundreds of children find new foster care homes in Somerset
HUNDREDS of children were being looked after by foster families in Somerset last year, figures show, as an annual campaign to raise awareness of the value of fostering begins.

Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Somerset's top antiques shops, according to new study
A NEW study reveals Somerset as the fourth capital for five-star antique shopping experiences in the UK.

Tue, 17 May 2022 11:28:19 +0100
Travelodge names five British hidden treasures to visit - See which spots made the list
See Britain's hidden treasures that we should all visit this Summer according to Travelodge

Mon, 16 May 2022 18:50:46 +0100
Somerset in top 10 best places for antique shopping – see its 5 Star rated shops
If you like a bit of history to your retail experiences, you’re in the right place as Somerset is named among the best places for antique shopping in the UK.

Mon, 16 May 2022 13:34:48 +0100
Two Bridgwater men in court over 'illegal meat'
TWO men from Bridgwater have appeared in court today (Monday, May 16) accused of plotting to sell illegal meat to the general public.

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:14:06 +0100
PICTURES: Work continues on Bridgwater Carnival Pageant Cart
THIS photo gallery shows work being carried out on the Bridgwater Carnival Pageant Cart.

Mon, 16 May 2022 12:29:02 +0100
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm weather warning
A SOMERSET resident recorded an incredible video of last night's thunderstorms, which received a yellow weather warning from the Met Office. 

Mon, 16 May 2022 11:03:00 +0100
Bridgwater Aston Villa fan has 'great night' at club awards night
AN Aston Villa supporter from Bridgwater managed to get his hands on tickets to the club's end-of-season awards ceremony and meet several of their star players.

Mon, 16 May 2022 09:52:00 +0100
Local Scout Squirrels enjoy fun day in Huish Woods
MEMBERS of the North Petherton Squirrels Scout group enjoyed a fun day at the Huish Woods Scout Campsite at the weekend.

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:01:45 +0100
PICTURES: Woolavington Church Fayre and abseil
Woolavington Church Fayre and abseil took place on Saturday, May 14.

Mon, 16 May 2022 08:53:25 +0100
9000 Sedgemoor households to receive energy rebate this week
HOUSEHOLDERS in Sedgemoor in a band A-D Council Tax dwelling will start to see the Government’s £150 energy rebate being paid into their bank accounts from early next week.

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:15:00 +0100
Burnham Scout Squirrels enjoy fun day in Huish Woods
MEMBERS of the 1st Burnham-on-Sea Squirrels Scout Group enjoyed a fun day at the Huish Woods Scout Campsite at the weekend.

Mon, 16 May 2022 07:39:20 +0100
Bridgwater United win the Les Phillips Cup
IN the final game of their season, Bridgwater United claimed the Les Phillips Cup after a 1-0 victory over Cadbury Heath.

Mon, 16 May 2022 06:55:35 +0100
Major Somerset roadworks this week
MOTORISTS are being warned of a major roadworks scheme starting in Somerset today (Monday, May 16) that will last more than three months.

Mon, 16 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Sedgemoor drivers face magistrates' court for road offences
THREE drivers from Sedgemoor have been fined and handed penalty points after committing driving offences in the south west and Wales.

Mon, 16 May 2022 11:06:17 +0100
Queen's Platinum Jubilee: All the furniture you need to host the best garden party
As the plans for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee are announced, the UK is set for a long weekend of celebrating and garden parties.

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:13:16 +0100
Bridgerton season 3 to be Penelope and Colin's love story
Bridgerton season 3 to be Penelope and Colin's love story. Read more:

Sun, 15 May 2022 10:19:39 +0100
Met Office issues thunderstorms warning for the South West
THE Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for the South West.

Sun, 15 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Big Count 2022 to monitor wildlife numbers in Somerset
SOMERSET Wildlife Trust has announced the launch of the Big Count 2022, a countywide citizen science venture to help monitor changes in local wildlife populations.

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 Newport
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.



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