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Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 20 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge News and Chard and Ilminster News.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Exact time Glastonbury headliners will be on TV - full schedule for Saturday
Another day of Glastonbury Festival is here and you can find the schedule for Saturday and how you can watch it on TV here.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:08:13 +0100
Over 4,500 people enjoy Front Garden Musical Festival
MORE than 4,500 people across Bridgwater, Highbridge, Cheddar, Woolavington and Catcott enjoyed listening to 60 musicians performing at this month's Front Garden Music Festival.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:33:34 +0100
BARB Search and Rescue celebrates 30th anniversary
A DAY of nostalgia is promised in Burnham-on-Sea this weekend as BARB Search and Rescue celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 12:13:44 +0100
Woman victim of acid attack in Weston-super-Mare
A WOMAN needed hospital treatment after a stranger squirted acid at her from inside a car.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:49:12 +0100
Where to watch Glastonbury on TV - Full BBC schedule this weekend
Here's where you can watch Glastonbury on TV this weekend.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:08:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Friday
Here's the line-up for the main stage at Glastonbury Festival 2022 on Friday, June 24.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:36:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: President Zelensky addresses crowds - Watch here
The Ukrainian president called for the world to “spread the truth” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:47:57 +0100
Love Island stars Jacques and Luca embrace eBay's pre-loved varsity jacket - Get your own
Recreate Luca and Jacques's varsity jacket look for yourself with these perfect pre-loved options.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:01:41 +0100
Investigations hub launches at Burnham-on-Sea hospital
PATIENTS in North Sedgemoor can now get blood tests and investigations done locally - rather than travelling 22 miles to do so.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:55:02 +0100
Get Paramount+ for free with Sky Cinema: How to sign up
The new streaming service has officially launched in the UK and you can sign up now.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:34:57 +0100
Met Office warning to Glastonbury punters to 'take shelter' from thunderstorms today
The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning which takes in Somerset

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:04:01 +0100
Producers and retailers join Somerset Food Trail Festival
THE Somerset Food Trail Festival on July 15-24 is an 'open farm’ and farm-to-fork showcase that puts the spotlight on Somerset's smaller-scale, nature-friendly farmers and artisan producers in all their fascinating diversity, giving visitors a bett...

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:54:50 +0100
Wessex Learning Trust provides mental health first aid training
NEARLY a dozen staff members at a Somerset learning trust took part in training to become mental health first aiders last week. 

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:42:58 +0100
Weather of ‘two halves’ for Glastonbury fans
THE gates to Glastonbury Festival will officially open today after a three-year hiatus, with music fans set to enjoy high temperatures alongside the infamous showers and mud on Worthy Farm.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:31 +0100
Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning that could affect Somerset tomorrow, Thursday, June 23.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:26:09 +0100
O2, BT and more: See the mobile networks that don’t have EU roaming charges
Before going on holiday in Europe it might be good to check if your network allows for roaming charges

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:48:07 +0100
Ukraine Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra confirmed for Glastonbury performance
Eurovision winners, Kalush Orchestra, will be performing at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:16:54 +0100
Burnham man fined for avoiding train fare in Weston-super-Mare
A MAN from Bridgwater has been fined £440 after avoiding paying a £7.90 train fare.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:01:18 +0100
New farm shop to open in Highbridge
RICH’S Cider is opening a new farm shop at their main site in Highbridge next week.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:04:57 +0100
Jennifer and Stephen Chapple's family shares personal statement
THE family of Jennifer and Stephen Chapple have shared their tributes following the sentencing of Colling Reeves.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:33:30 +0100
LEGO reveals brand new products ahead of 90th anniversary at LEGO CON 2022
LEGO fans have been treated to a sneak peek of some upcoming products as LEGO kickstart its 90th anniversary celebrations.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:16:35 +0100
Plans for 29 new flats in Highbridge town centre
Revised plans have been put forward to build 29 new flats in the heart of Highbridge

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:48:54 +0100
Somerset campaign as horse-vehicle incidents increase
DRIVERS in Somerset are being urged to 'rein in' as incidents involving horses and vehicles are on the rise

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:15:42 +0100
Flag raising and events in Somerset to mark Armed Forces Day
SOMERSET County Council has raised the flag outside County Hall in Taunton to mark Armed Forces Day this coming Saturday (June 25).

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:01:04 +0100
Health hubs for farmers in Frome, Exmoor and Bridgwater
AGRICULTURAL workers, farmers and their families can now get specialist advice from NHS professionals at Exmoor Farmers Livestock Auction, as well as Frome Market and Bridgwater's Derek Mead Health Room.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:46:39 +0100
Family of Highbridge dad of four to hold event in his memory
The Highbridge family of a dad of four, whose life was tragically cut short at the age of just 33, are trying to raise awareness of the hidden condition that killed him

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:12:17 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
THERE may well be slow moving traffic in the Glastonbury area this week with the festival taking place - but motorists still stand a good chance of being caught if they speed.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Planets align in night sky - how to watch in Somerset
This week is the best time to see a rare event where all the major planets line up in the night's sky, coinciding with the return of the Glastonbury Festival.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0100
1960 Jaguar at Charterhouse auction
A CLASSIC Jaguar, which has been in the same family for 62 years, is going under the Charterhouse gavel in their classic and collector car auction on Wednesday July 6 at the Haynes International Motor Museum.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Imposing detached family home in Highbridge hits the market
THIS large home occupies a good sized plot with some wonderful countryside views, this spacious detached four double bedroom residence offers a tranquil setting.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
French San-Sou-Pap motorcycle at Charterhouse auction
IN the Charterhouse specialist auction of classic and vintage motorcycles on Wednesday, June 29, is a rare 1920’s French San-Sou-Pap motorcycle.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Greenslade Taylor Hunt June antiques sale
THE ultimate romantic symbol – the diamond ring – was the sparkling star of the show at Greenslade Taylor Hunt’s June antiques sale.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:43:24 +0100
Summer Solstice parking in Glastonbury
HUNDREDS of people are expected to descend on Glastonbury on the longest day of the year this Tuesday (June 21).

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Giant Hogweed seen in Somerset - how to deal with the toxic plant
An interactive map has been published, allowing people to report sightings of a toxic plant which can cause blisters and even blindness.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:22:00 +0100
The Range launches Sustainable Living Collection with cooling duvets, bedding and more
With the warmer weather finally here, you might be wondering how you can stay cool in bed at night.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Charge your mobile at Glastonbury Festival 2022 - here's how
Avoid the devastation of a dead battery at this year's Glastonbury Festival - here's how to charge your phone at the festival.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 16:39:56 +0100
Met Office issues lightning warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for an area of storms producing lightning in Somerset.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:10:19 +0100
Oz Crandon reunited with long lost son Adrian after 60 years
AN elderly Highbridge man forced to live a lie for 60 years has finally tracked down his long-lost son - through Facebook.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 11 2022
Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 07:23:38 +0100
Train services in Somerset during RMT rail strike
RAIL services in and out of stations across Somerset will be severely disrupted between Tuesday and Saturday next week (June 21-25), GWR is warning.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 06:56:00 +0100
Groups and organisations in Sedgemoor set to receive share of £20k
SEVEN community groups in Sedgemoor are set to benefit from nearly £20,000 of funding.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 06:08:00 +0100
World Picnic Day: Blankets, cool bags, cutlery and more from Selfridges, M&S and more
If you are planning to hit the beach or the park to enjoy the better weather, packing yourself a picnic is not only fun but an affordable way to eat out.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:43:01 +0100
Burnham-on-Sea beach almost deserted despite soaring temperatures
As temperatures continue to soar across the UK, you would be forgiven for thinking Burnham-on-Sea was in an arctic microclimate today

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:35:50 +0100
Somerset musical duo Rileys Cove, hope to build on success
A musical duo from Wedmore, who received international recognition during the height of the covid pandemic, are hoping to build on their achievements.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Survey on spending £7.26million windfall in Somerset
RESIDENTS and businesses across Somerset are being asked how they would like to see a £7.26million windfall spent.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 18:16:48 +0100
Great Western Railway issues Glastonbury Festival train travel advice
Train firm Great Western Railway (GWR) has issued advice to revellers taking the train to next week's Glastonbury Festival - amid fears a rail strike could cause chaos.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:25:45 +0100
JD Sports launches summer sale with up to 50 percent off Nike, Adidas and more
JD Sports has launched a summer sale with up to 50% off. Here's some of the deals you can grab while stocks last.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:24:59 +0100
Glastonbury Festival issues warning to anyone camping at this year's event
Glastonbury Festival has issued a warning to anyone camping at this year's festival.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:09:06 +0100
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning over ‘clever’ Amazon scam aiming to steal bank details
The scam, which is used by fraudsters to try and steal your bank details, has been circulating since the early days of lockdown.



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