Every summer, usually in July or August, you'll suddenly notice flying ants appearing everywhere in the UK.

PEOPLE across Somerset are being warned to expect some thunderstorms and torrential rains today (Wednesday, August 17).

POLICE in the Sedgemoor area have seized this "abandoned" lorry.

WESSEX Water has defended six figure bonuses paid to four senior executives following an attack by a district councillor.

Fancy the commute to somewhere rather wonderful… surrounded by more than 200 years of history, parkland, lakes and a friendly-faced team? Come and work in an historic manor with perks and fun along the way.

Land near the former Argos distribution centre in Bridgwater could be turned into a temporary travellers’ site if plans are approved.

THE McMillan Theatre in Bridgwater is set to host a musical theatre showcase to raise money for a mental health charity.

PARENTS thinking of leaving their children at home while they head out are being urged to read the latest NSPCC advice.

A MUSEUM said it will promote local history after receiving a donation through the ‘Cash for Charities’ campaign.

ALFIE Ogborne’s self belief has paid off and on Sunday playing against Middlesex in the Royal London One Day Cup he was rated as Somerset’s best bowler by the pundits.

NEW research shows more than 70 per cent of British drivers are breaking a little known law, which could see them facing fines of up to £1,000 or points on their licence.

Some schools will see an expected 300 per cent rise in energy costs.

FOR the first time since July 2019, runners from across Somerset joined locals to compete in the Pawlett Plod.

The Met Office has upgraded its weather warning in Somerset from yellow to amber as storms set to sweep the county.

ANGEL Place Shopping Centre in Bridgwater is now under new ownership following the acquisition of its owners Real Estate Investments Nederland BV.

BRIDGWATER United have begun the Toolstation Western League season in magnificent fashion winning their two opening games 1-8 and 0-7.

AS part of their final pre-season preparations the Bridgwater United Women squad headed to the South Coast on Sunday for training and team bonding.

SEDGEMOOR District Council have confirmed that a number of parks and play areas in the Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea area will be getting an upgrade.

LOCAL petrolheads enjoyed looking at over 500 classic and vintage cars at a two-day show held in Bridgwater at the weekend.

The Somerset Maternity Voices Partnership recently hosted their family fun day at The Nurture Shed in Bridgwater.

MEMBERS of the public will soon have improved access to – and visibility of – Bridgwater’s twelfth century Watergate building.

When is Flying Ant Day in the UK in 2022? And what is it? All you need to know.

NORTH Petherton Flower Show returned after two years with its 117th edition last weekend.

AT the weekend the very popular SomerRock Festival returned to Bridgwater & Albion Rugby Club.

WOMEN can try out fishing with Westcountry Rivers Trust (WRT) thanks to £9,950 of National Lottery This Girl Can funding from Sport England.

THE crew of a boat were rescued moments before it sank off the Somerset coast at the weekend.

A TOTAL of 16 major roadworks are being started in Somerset today (Monday, August 15).

A LARGE quantity of rubbish that had caught fire earlier today required two fire engines to put out.

ST MARGARET’S Hospice has launched its Sunflower Stroll memory walk.

A YELLOW warning for thunderstorms affecting Somerset and the South West has been extended.

SENSITIVELY combining the charm, beauty, and period features of an 18th century country property with contemporary comfort and style.

THE Somerset Food Trail Festival was declared a roaring success after more than 190 farmers, growers, food producers, cafés, pubs, and restaurants took part in the 10-day festival from 15-24 July.

LAWRENCE looked a little like a ceramic zoo on last month when a collection of 40 lots of Meissen porcelain animals was met with steady and eager bidding.

HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.

BRIDGWATER Green Week will provide various activities later this month.

OAK Tree Barn is a superb semi-detached period barn conversion offering a wealth of character and charm throughout.

Somerset has avoided drought status despite it being the driest first half of the year since 1976 – here’s why.

AMONG recent cases dealt with at Taunton Magistrates' Courts was that of Lee Mark Thompson.

A BRAND-NEW electric vehicle charging hub will open in Northgate Yard, Bridgwater​'s entertainment and dining hub opening in October 2022.

PACE bowler Marchant de Lange is leaving Somerset County Cricket Club at the end of the season to join Gloucestershire.

THUNDERSTORMS could develop on Monday, bringing “heavy rain” and “disruption”, the latest Met Office forecast said.

A FAMILY-RUN air filter manufacturing and services company has unveiled its vision for the future including sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of its manufacturing process (August 2022).

The deadline for pensioners to claim the DWP cost of living payment is August 18.

POLICE in Bridgwater are trying to trace the owner of this bike.

Drought looming for the south west amid Met Office amber heatwave weather warning – but will it bring a hosepipe ban for Somerset?

THE National Drought Group will meet tomorrow in the wake of a four-day extreme heat warning.

BRIDGWATER & Taunton College (BTC) will launch new training courses after two local councils were granted funding from the Department for Education.

FORMER Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC) students and staff members have come together to celebrate 100 years of land-based studies in Cannington.

JAMES Hildreth has today (Thursday, August 11) confirmed he will retire from professional cricket at the end of the season.

AN on-duty Avon and Somerset Police sergeant had sex with a vulnerable member of the public, it is claimed.