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Bridgwater Mercury

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Application deadline near for Cash For Charity £16,000 award
WE'VE already had a number of entries from charities hoping for a share of our £16,000 community giveaway.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 14:59:00 +0100
The Old Vicarage care home rated as one of best in south west
A BRIDGWATER care home has been rated as one of the best in the south west based on ratings by reviews and their families.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:20:32 +0100
Bill Revans’ first 100 days as county council leader
by Local Democracy reporter Daniel Mumby.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 12:39:13 +0100
Window collapse sparks safety fears at Haygrove School
THE start of term at a Bridgwater secondary school has been delayed over safety concerns.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:46:59 +0100
Ten people arrested after protests at Muller Bridgwater
AVON and Somerset Police have arrested ten people in connection with an ongoing protest at a dairy plant in Bridgwater.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Cllr Ros Wyke writes to Government over phosphates issue
SOMERSET County Council is urging the Government to take action now over an issue that has brought new house building almost to a standstill in Somerset.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:59:47 +0100
Met Office issues new weather warning for Somerset
A NEW weather warning for Somerset and the South West has been issued by the Met Office

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:34:07 +0100
In pictures: Bridgwater Half Marathon, 10k and 5k Fun Run
HUNDREDS of runners joined the Bridgwater Half Marathon, 10k, and the 5k Fun Run last Sunday (September 4) to raise funds for a good cause.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:21:00 +0100
Gallery: ‘Amazing exhibits’ at Stogursey Flower Show
THERE were plenty of impressive entries into the Stogursey Flower Show on Sunday, despite the summer's challenging growing conditions.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:48:28 +0100
The Axe Shack officially opens in Bridgwater
GUESTS at the official opening of a new business in Bridgwater got the chance to have a go at throwing axes.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 07:57:42 +0100
Animal Rebellion protestors in Müller Bridgwater again
PROTESTORS from Animal Rebellion have returned to the Müller Bridgwater site in the early hours of the morning (Monday, September 5).

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:26:56 +0100
Met Office issues yellow warning for Somerset and the South West
THE Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Somerset and the South West.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:45:26 +0100
Annual Pro-Am fun at Enmore Park Golf Club
ON Bank Holiday Monday Enmore ran their annual fun Family Pro Am Day when 60 participants enjoyed the course and practised their golfing skills.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:41:27 +0100
Victoria Park Bowling Club raises over £1000 for SURE
AS a result of a good quiz evening held recently at Victoria Park Bowling Club, Bridgwater, the club presented a cheque for over £1000 to SURE.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:23:40 +0100
Animal Rebellion supporters protest at Müller Bridgwater
SUPPORTERS of an animal and climate group have shut down the Muller Bridgwater dairy facility as part of a campaign to disrupt the milk supply around the UK.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 24 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Detached family home in peaceful area near North Petherton
THIS property is believed to have origins dating back several hundred years, Shearston House enjoys a most appealing setting.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Unique and versatile family home in Tarnock for sale
WITH incredible scenery all around this unique and versatile property is perfect for buyers looking for a flexible home.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
PLANNING ROUND-UP: What's been proposed in Sedgemoor?
JUST over a dozen planning applications have been submitted to Sedgemoor District Council since Thursday, August 11.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 20:42:27 +0100
Incident delays start of term at Haygrove School, Bridgwater
A BRIDGWATER secondary school is delaying the start of the academic year following an "incident" today (Friday, September 2).

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 12:55:14 +0100
Two people taken to hospital after A39 crash near Spaxton
TWO people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle collision near Spaxton.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger urges keepers to follow bird flu rules
BRIDGWATER MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has asked bird keepers living in his constituency to follow rules aimed at halting the spread of bird flu.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:11:45 +0100
First Pawlett Beer festival proves a success
THE beer flowed and the music played as revellers enjoyed the first Pawlett Beer Festival over the recent bank holiday weekend.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:20:56 +0100
More than 100 new caravans for Hinkley Point C workers could be sited near Somerset wedding venue
More than 100 new caravans could be sited near a popular Somerset wedding venue to provide accommodation for people building the county’s new nuclear power station.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:40:00 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger: More must be done to protect public from polluted water
MORE public health signage should be displayed at beaches to reduce the risk of people entering polluted water, says Ian Liddell-Grainger MP.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:16:24 +0100
Bill Turnbull, former BBC Breakfast host, dies aged 66 as family issues statement
The TV presenter and journalist appeared on BBC Breakfast from 2001 until 2016.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 16:11:01 +0100
Police appeal to find missing Bridgwater man Stan
Missing man Sam has been found safe.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:19:00 +0100
Bridgwater Flower & Craft Show: Full list of cup winners
DOZENS of winners have been named from the successful return of the Bridgwater Flower & Craft Show for the first time since 2018.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 10:33:00 +0100
Funding boost for Bridgwater Carnival from Arts Council England
BRIDGWATER Guy Fawkes Carnival has received a welcome grant from Arts Council England to support its work with schools and this year's celebrations.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 09:39:26 +0100
Martin Lewis issues energy bills price hike warning to anyone who pays by direct debit
It comes after Mr Lewis revealed he “feels sick” after sharing the latest predictions for energy prices later this year.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:36:00 +0100
Gallery: Wembdon Village Day 2022
WEMBDON'S annual Village Day returned with its full offering of events after two years with reduced schedules due to Covid.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:18:00 +0100
Initiis Ltd acquires Vodafone franchise in Bridgwater
A SOMERSET telecoms business, Initiis Ltd, has expanded its portfolio of Vodafone franchises by buying its store in Fore Street, Bridgwater.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:05:57 +0100
South West Heritage Trust open days in Taunton and Bridgwater
TWO heritage centres in Somerset are getting ready to welcome visitors in September as part of their open days programme.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 14:49:46 +0100
Police search for wanted man with links to Taunton and Bridgwater
POLICE are searching for a wanted man with links to the Taunton​ and Bridgwater area.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:56:00 +0100
Kaspa's opens new dessert parlour in Bridgwater town centre
DESSERT chain Kaspa's has opened a new restaurant at 10 Cornhill, Bridgwater, featuring waffles, gelatos, icre-creams, crepes, milkshakes, and sundaes.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:25:21 +0100
Police renew appeal after racially-aggravated assault in Bridgwater
POLICE are renewing an appeal for information after a racially-aggravated assault in Bridgwater​.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:02:04 +0100
Sainsbury's follow Asda, Tesco and Morrisons in announcing UK-wide ban in all stores
The nationwide ban follows similar initiatives from Tesco, Waitrose Morrisons and Asda.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:41:00 +0100
Pictures: ‘Friendly’ Bridgwater Flower & Craft Show returns
IT was a successful day at Bridgwater's Flower and Craft Show, held on Saturday, August 27 at Westfield Church.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:14:36 +0100
Headteachers express pride at resilient GCSE students
STUDENTS across Sedgemoor celebrated a fantastic set of GCSE results on Thursday, August 25.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:40:00 +0100
Postal workers form picket line in Bridgwater in dispute over pay
AROUND 60 people joined a picket line at Bridgwater's Royal Mail Delivery Office amid a national postal workers' strike on Friday.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 07:04:55 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
POLICE have issued a list of hundreds of sites across Somerset where officers will be operating mobile speed cameras at various times this week.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 06:51:04 +0100
Workers to take a month to rid road of weeds
DUE to the bank holiday today (Monday, August 29), most of the new major roadworks schemes in Somerset are starting on Wednesday.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Matthew Denney to speak at next Bridgwater TASS meeting
MEMBERS of The Arts Society Sedgemoor (TASS) will enjoy an interesting talk from speaker Matthew Denney about Great Exhibitions and World's Fairs in September.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 22 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:38:55 +0100
Met Office yellow weather warning sparks £5,000 'thunder fever' warning to UK drivers
The Met Office has shared yellow weather warnings for thunderstorms this week following a string of heatwaves this summer.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:22:00 +0100
Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more: Bank holiday opening hours
August bank holiday 2022 supermarket opening times: Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Poundland, B&Q, Wickes and more.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:06:55 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, August 28?
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, August 28.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:26:17 +0100
Warning to UK dog owners over common plants that could lead to death
Common plants found in gardens across the UK could make your dog violently ill.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Farming fatalities in South West on decrease
A RISK management specialist is urging the region’s farmers not to relax safety standards after official figures revealed a drop in the number of fatalities in the British agricultural industry – with six deaths across the South West.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100
The Devon and Somerset Staghounds painting at auction
A PICTURE of local stag hounds by one of Britain's most celebrated sporting artists is forecast to fetch a five-figure sum when it goes to auction.



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