Burnham And Highbridge Weekly News
Sun, 24 Jul 2022 09:57:51 +0100Fatal collision on A38 near Biddisham July 23
A MAN lost his life in the late hours yesterday evenining (July 23) after a collision on the A38 Turnpike Road near Biddisham.
Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100Lawrences picture auction
THE variety of pictures on offer at Lawrences on July 6 is best demonstrated by the prices achieved for pictures spanning many centuries.
Sat, 23 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100A superb equestrian property in Wedmore up for sale
THIS is a fine country property, perfect for equestrian use, but equally suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle.
Fri, 22 Jul 2022 15:44:55 +0100Lympsham will rapidly expand as plans for 40 homes approved
A small Somerset village will rapidly expand after plans for 40 new homes were narrowly approved after a three-year wait.
Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:45:54 +0100Official figures show crime is on the rise in Somerset
CRIME has risen over the last year in Somerset, official police records reveal.
Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:38:38 +0100Patients satisfaction with GP services in Somerset drops to its lowest level
PATIENT satisfaction with GP services in Somerset has dropped to its lowest ever level, new figures show.
Fri, 22 Jul 2022 09:50:04 +0100Fuel protest convoys on M5 and A38 in Somerset
MOTORISTS in Somerset are being warned of possible delays with a fuel protest underway this morning (Friday, July 22)
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 08:29:10 +0100Traffic queues on A38 Brent Knoll for two miles after accident
There are long delays on the A38 at Brent Knoll after a crash near the petrol station on Bristol Road.
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 10:48:50 +0100Fuel protests on M5 in Somerset and other roads
MOTORISTS are being warned of delays on the M5 in Somerset tomorrow (Friday, July 22) with protesters planning slow moving roadblock protests against the rising cost of fuel.
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 10:15:56 +0100Met Office issues thunderstorms warning for Somerset
A THUNDERSTORM warning has been issued for Somerset and the South West.
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:53:46 +0100Community shop hosts cash lesson for Brent Knoll Primary School pupils
VOLUNTEERS manning Brent Knoll’s Community Shop were tested by 60 pupils of the village’s primary school.
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 10:41:44 +0100Bridgerton reveal new cast members ahead of series 3 filming
Filming for season 3 of Bridgeton has begun in London
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 17:37:39 +0100Burglar suspect dies in Axminster after running from police
AVON and Somerset Police is to refer itself to the police watchdog following the death of a suspect.
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:59:16 +0100E-fit released after aggravated burglary in Congresbury
POLICE released an e-fit of a man they would like to identify in connection with an aggravated burglary in Congresbury.
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:52:26 +0100Mark event to raise funds for Winged Dreams charity
A CHARITY event will take place in Mark in aid of a charity that supports the most vulnerable in Gambia.
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:21:39 +0100Duncan Sharkey appointed Somerset County Council chief executive
THE top officer charged with heading up a new unitary authority for the whole of Somerset has been appointed.
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:12:57 +0100Haven welcomes The Mad Hatter’s Circus to its Somerset parks
LEADING UK holiday company Haven welcomes ‘The Mad Hatter’s Circus’ production to its parks in Somerset taking guests on an entrancing and interactive experience with twists and turns.
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:55:21 +0100Met Office warns of thunderstorms in parts of Somerset
THUNDERSTORMS are developing across parts of Somerset, the Met Office said.
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 11:11:05 +0100PC 'acted inappropriately' with several women officers
AN Avon and Somerset police constable acted "inappropriately" with at least four female officers, it is alleged.
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Songs of Somerset concert will support Somerset Crisis Fund
PROFITS from an upcoming musical event that will showcase the talents of a local singer-songwriter will be donated to a Somerset charity working to support people in crisis.
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 16:15:06 +0100UK weather: Warning issued to anyone using a fan to sleep during heatwave
As Brits grapple with sizzling heat attention turns to sleeping, many will opt for a bedside fan to help drift off in boiling temperatures.
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:30:44 +0100Hinkley Point B power station prepares to shut down
THERE will be tears and celebrations to mark the end of an era as Hinkley Point B nuclear power station stops generating electricity within days.
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 06:39:16 +0100Appeal to find wanted man William Owens
POLICE say they are concerned for the welfare of a wanted man who may be in the Somerset area.
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:10:48 +0100New tipping laws for bars and restaurants will see millions receive cash boost
New legislation, backed by the government today will ban employers from withholding tips from their staff.
Sun, 17 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100Project home just moments from Burnham-on-Sea beach
AVAILABLE to the open market for the first time in almost 60 years, this incredibly spacious and versatile family home offers a wealth of charm and character throughout.
Sun, 17 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of July 11 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.
Sat, 16 Jul 2022 18:25:53 +0100M5 southbound closed Bridgwater after crash and fuel spill
THE M5 southbound after Junction 23 is currently closed after a fuel spillage and two-vehicle incident.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:58:44 +0100Picnic bench installed in Joseph's Pond Park, in Rooksbridge
PEOPLE in the village of Rooksbridge are being encouraged to use the local play area more frequently.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:41:00 +0100Met Office issues red warning for the south of England
“Exceptional” and “perhaps record-breaking temperatures” are likely on Monday and Tuesday in Somerset.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:56:29 +0100Flag at half mast for funeral of Cllr Nigel Taylor
THE flag is flying at half mast outside Somerset County Council's HQ at County Hall, in Taunton, to mark the funeral of the authority's former chairman.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:32:04 +0100Avon & Somerset Police's 700 drugs disruption acts in a week
AVON and Somerset Police officers carried out "almost 700 acts of disruption" in a clampdown on drug supply and associated crime.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100Captain Tom Abell believes Somerset can win the Vitality Blast
SOMERSET will be going into Saturday's Vitality Blast T20 Finals Day oozing with confidence after their record-breaking quarter-final win over Derbyshire.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:04:47 +0100Waste and recycling crews extra early shifts in extreme heat
WASTE and recycling collection crews will be starting their shifts extra early to avoid the worst of the heat during the extreme weather warning next week.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 06:47:38 +0100Fire crews rescue horse stuck in drainage ditch at Wedmore
FIRE crews have rescued a horse stuck in a drainage ditch.
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Charterhouse auction of Hillcrest, Blandford, contents
NEARLY all of the contents of this three-storey country house are going up for auction this summer.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:10:16 +0100Arul Suppiah speaks about his battle with anorexia
FORMER Somerset cricket star Arul Suppiah has courageously opened up about his battle with anorexia
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:00:42 +0100Burnham & Highbridge Weekly News: Tim Lethaby to hold Meet the Editor session
The man in charge of the editorial department of the Burnham & Highbridge Weekly News is set to hold a Meet the Editor session.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:16:38 +0100Warning to stay away from cliffs during heatwave
People looking to make the most of the hot weather and visit the coastline have been warned that there is an increased risk of rock falls.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:35:48 +0100Amber heat warning in Somerset until Tuesday
WE can expect some sizzling hot weather for a few more days into next week, according to the Met Office.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:53:27 +0100Taunton Magistrates' Courts results
AN Ashcott man has been handed a six-week suspended prison sentence for breaching a community order.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:09:56 +0100Concerns raised over borrowing as Gravity employment site progresses
Concerns have been raised about how much money will need to be borrowed to deliver a major new employment site near Bridgwater.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:19:16 +0100Lauren Emery returns to Bridgwater and Taunton College
FORMER Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC) student Lauren Emery has returned to judge a competition for barbering students.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:53:37 +0100Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge businesses invited to join free webinar
BUSINESSES in the area are being invited to join a free session run by LOCALiQ on pay-per-click strategy.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:35:32 +0100Cost of living: Universal Credit claimants to get £325 support on Thursday
A second payment of £324 will follow in the autumn
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:08:13 +0100DWP issue social media warning to Universal Credit claimants under new crackdown plans
The warning relates to anybody with a social media account as a new 2,000 strong DWP team is launched aiming to crackdown on benefit fraud.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 14:08:54 +0100Extreme heat warning extended to Monday next week
THE Met Office has extended its weather warning for extreme heat in Somerset into the next working week.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:02:16 +0100Laura Briggs running 290 miles to support Mo Laughton
A FORMER County Gazette reporter is in training to run a mind-boggling 290 miles in six days in support of her friend, who is battling cancer.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:51:41 +0100Delays on M5 near Burnham-on-Sea after two crashes
There are delays on the M5 this morning after two separate crashes.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:57:42 +0100Brent Knoll community shop hosts cash lesson for school pupils
VOLUNTEERS manning Brent Knoll’s Community Shop will be tested by the pupils of the village’s primary school.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:33:11 +0100Missed recycling pick ups due to heatwave & staff shortages
HOUSEHOLDERS in Somerset are being warned of missed kerbside recycling pick ups due to the heatwave and staff shortages.