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Thu, 2 Jun 2022 08:34:31 +0000
UK weather charts show '34C heatwave' will scorch the south of England
The latest weathere charts show more scorching weather is on the way

Thu, 2 Jun 2022 07:01:06 +0000
Jubilee weekend driver warning as passengers face £2,500 fines for simple mistake
A car insurer has warned about severe penalties for those accepting a lift home from a learner driver after taking part in jubilee celebrations

Thu, 2 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000
'Remarkable' Durdle Door named among UK's best beaches
New York-based magazine selected the UK's best seaside spots and named one a short drive from Somerset as 'breathtaking'

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
The beautiful beach you can drive on with a lovely pub
The pub serves the best seafood

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Staff say they haven't been paid as Yeovil shop abruptly closes after just six months
A former manager has slammed the owners of the store as "corrupt and evil"

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
How Somerset partied for the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations a decade ago
Photos from the archives show how folk pulled out all the stops for fun, games and a patriotic show of red, white and blue

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Historic old Somerset chapel to go under hammer and could become a house
The charming property, dating back to the 19th century, will go up for auction

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Beacons to be lit at Yeovil beauty spots for Jubilee celebrations
Members of the public are welcome to join the celebrations

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Taunton man stalked his victim before raping her twice
Doru Postolache denied forcing himself on a woman twice but was found guilty after a trial

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
'Extreme hiker' to scale world's second-highest mountain in memory of mum
Saadat Mumtaz will be joined by his two sons for the mammoth challenge

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
The Somerset cider farm where you can spend the night glamping under the stars
Breakfast hampers and board games come alongside this VIP glamping retreat

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
The day the Queen visited Weston-super-Mare in 2007
She enjoyed lunch at the Winter Gardens and a walkabout on the seafront

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Delivery of nearly 200 homes near M5 could be delayed after appeal lodged
Up to 650 homes will eventually be delivered on the site

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 21:30:00 +0000
Former Bath pupil awarded CBE in Queen's Birthday Honours
Frances Wadsworth went to Bath High School - now Royal High School and has been nominated for the prestigious gong

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 15:20:41 +0000
Waterworks Cottage: Historic Bath home saved from demolition after fierce backlash
The news follows an 18-month planning row

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 14:55:26 +0000
Mondli Khumalo Crowdfunder supported by host of stars such as Kevin Pietersen and Jos Buttler
Crowdfunding campaign raises more than £17,500 so far for the cricketer - the 'nicest person you will meet' - who suffered serious injuries from an attack in Somerset

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 14:31:02 +0000
M5 crash picture shows wrecked black Seat Leon near Portishead
The front of the car is crumpled and is missing one of its wheels, on a day expected to be busy on the roads

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 14:23:45 +0000
Luxury travel hacks revealed by Dan, 22, after Somerset self-made millionaire's move to Dubai
The entrepreneur from Cheddar is a self-made millionaire who travels in lavish style - but while saving big, he claims - though his tips are likely to still be expensive for most of us

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 13:05:12 +0000
ADVERTORIAL: Common causes, symptoms and treatment of hernias revealed by Sulis Hospital surgeon
We spoke to Consultant General Surgeon, Sarah Richards, to find out more

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 11:33:32 +0000
Missing Bath teenager last seen at home - call 999 if you see him
Fifteen-year-old Gabe disappeared on Tuesday (May 31)

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 10:15:10 +0000
Two women suffer 'potentially life threatening' injuries in crash near Bath
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 09:20:14 +0000
Man who died in Chilcompton crash named as family say he will be 'forever missed'
Tom Snook died following a crash on Broadway earlier this month

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 09:06:05 +0000
Red Arrows flight plan: Where you can see display team in skies across Somerset this weekend
They will be flying across the county on their route to an air show in Torbay

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 08:35:44 +0000
ADVERTORIAL: Notaro Care Homes find a blooming marvellous way to celebrate the Jubilee
Green-fingered residents and staff join forces to plant stunning Platinum Jubilee roses in each of their gardens

Wed, 1 Jun 2022 08:21:09 +0000
Pontins guest 'felt manager's spit on her face' after family told to go home as room wasn't ready
The family travelled for six hours only to arrive and find their accommodation was not available



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