Western Daily Press
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 08:57:50 +0000Chief executive of new unitary Somerset Council could earn up to £200,000 a year
They are expected to be in post by late-July
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:25:03 +0000How hot is it going to be on Friday? Met Office forecasts as scorching heat hits Somerset
It's going to be a sweltering end to the week
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:01:02 +0000Parents frustrated as they remain locked out of NHS food voucher scheme
Some parents say they are still waiting for their new Healthy Start card, while others say their card isn't working
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:01:00 +0000Martin Lewis's 10-second petrol tip which lets drivers fill up for less
It's claimed drivers could save more than £220 a year
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Driver blamed his brother for clocking 113mph on M5
Michael Davies lied to police about who was behind the wheel of speeding car
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Onlookers stunned by 'big black cat' on West Country beach
Heads have been turned
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Somerset nursing home could be replaced with new housing estate
A parcel of land has been put up for sale
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Traffic fears amid plans to turn Bath golf course into bike park
The final plan is coming to fruition
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Century old removals firm opens new hub in Somerset
Yeates Removals welcomed its first customers to its at Weston Gateway Business Park this week.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Former Yeovil care home could become shared home for 20 people
The property will be marketed towards local professionals
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Somerset woman's life changed forever after stroke while on holiday
Lori Rowsells had to learn to speak again after she was taken ill
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Patients ‘put at risk’ by ambulance handover delays
People calling 999 are waiting longer than they should be, safety investigators have said
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0000Sean Bean's loyalties split between Somerset and Yorkshire when quizzed on his favourite place
The actor was asked to choose his favourite place out of the two
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 20:37:28 +0000BBC Gavin and Stacey: Reunion rumours sparked by Larry Lamb and Alison Steadman filming
Larry Lamb and Alison Steadman, who play Mick and Pam on the show, spark rumours about whether there could be a comeback series on the rise
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:35:31 +0000South African cricketer undergoes three surgeries after Somerset attack
His family have flown to the UK to join him in hospital
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 17:08:34 +0000America's Got Talent: Somerset 10-year-old 'surprises' judges with heavy metal cover
Harper Akudama from Somerset roared into the mic as she belted out a cover of metal band Spiritbox’s song “Holy Roller”
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 17:00:05 +0000New Morrisons taking over former New Look spot in Bath
It's going to be big
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:38:12 +0000Collin Reeves murder trial: Doctors clash over ex-soldier's mental health claims
Members of the jury will consider their verdict tomorrow
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:03:50 +0000How Glastonbury Festival fashion has changed over the decades
Wellies and a sun hat are a given - but what has defined Glastonbury fashion since the 1970s? From hippies to grunge, fashion has slowly changed over the years.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:24:39 +0000Drivers wearing the wrong sunglasses could be fined £5,000 or get three points on their license
But sunglasses are not the only risky accessory to wear behind the wheel
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:14:18 +0000BBC Doctor Who Special: Pictures show apocalyptic scenes as filming take place
It was an explosive start
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:03:54 +0000Fans laud 'beautiful' Emily Andre after husband Pete shares romantic picture
Taunton-born Emily took took all the praise after Peter Andre shared the photo on Instagram
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:03:08 +0000Taking children to Glastonbury Festival – where to go, where to avoid and what to pack
As Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Sir Paul McCartney headline the main festival, Basil Brush heads up a cast of children's acts who are keeping young festivalgoers entertained this year
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:24:47 +0000Bristol Airport cancelled flights: Latest delays on easyJet and Jet2 flights
The flights are happening but it's the wait for baggage that's the issue
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:45:29 +0000Families offered £60 vouchers to spend in ASDA, Tesco, Lidl, Morrisons, M&S and more
A number of major supermarkets are accepting the council-backed vouchers - see if you're eligible