A FORMER High Sheriff of Somerset has been appointed a Deputy Lieutenant in the county.

WE have opened an online book of condolence for people to leave their tributes to Her Majesty the Queen.

A statement confirming the news read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon."

Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

BRIDGWATER & Taunton College (BTC) has been awarded £2.5 million from the Department for Education as part of a consortium of further education and training providers to deliver skills to the South West.

BRIDGWATER residents will have several chances to see inside one of the town's historic buildings this month.

SOMERSET'S cricket ground could lose the right to host international matches if the phosphates crisis is not solved quickly, councillors warn.

THE following is a message from Cancer Research UK:

MAJOR decisions in Somerset could be taken at a more local level following the transition to the county’s new unitary authority.

by Local Democracy Reporter Daniel Mumby.

A TAUNTON man's attempt to have the newly-appointed Queen's representative in Somerset removed from his post has failed.

The Queen’s passing at the age of 96 after 70 years on the British throne has meant that a successor must fulfill the role left behind by the late monarch.

King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has died aged 96, what happens now.

A LEADING chartered accountants and business advisors firm in Somerset has changed its name and launched a new brand identity from today (September 7).

A FORMER secondary school teacher who swapped his classroom for a funeral home is enjoying his rewarding but challenging new career.

BRIDGWATER & Taunton College has launched a new horticulture programme focusing on the importance of sustainability and organic practices.

A MOTORIST had little choice but to admit a potentially dangerous manoeuvre after receiving photographs of their vehicle cutting up a cyclist.

LIZ Truss has become the UK's third female Prime Minister after meeting the Queen at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

LIZ Truss has flown to Scotland to become the next Prime Minister beating Rishi Sunak in the Conservative Party's leadership election.

BRIDGWATER'S MP has condemned ‘utterly irresponsible’ demonstrators who have tried to disrupt production at the town’s giant Muller milk processing plant.

WEDMORE Real Ale Festival is set to return this weekend, featuring over 110 barrels of ale, craft beer, and cider on tap, plus a wine and gin bar.

WE'VE already had a number of entries from charities hoping for a share of our £16,000 community giveaway.

A BRIDGWATER care home has been rated as one of the best in the south west based on ratings by reviews and their families.

by Local Democracy reporter Daniel Mumby.

THE start of term at a Bridgwater secondary school has been delayed over safety concerns.

AVON and Somerset Police have arrested ten people in connection with an ongoing protest at a dairy plant in Bridgwater.

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.

A NEW weather warning for Somerset and the South West has been issued by the Met Office

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.

THERE were plenty of impressive entries into the Stogursey Flower Show on Sunday, despite the summer's challenging growing conditions.

GUESTS at the official opening of a new business in Bridgwater got the chance to have a go at throwing axes.

PROTESTORS from Animal Rebellion have returned to the Müller Bridgwater site in the early hours of the morning (Monday, September 5).

THE Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Somerset and the South West.

ON Bank Holiday Monday Enmore ran their annual fun Family Pro Am Day when 60 participants enjoyed the course and practised their golfing skills.

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.

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.

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

THIS property is believed to have origins dating back several hundred years, Shearston House enjoys a most appealing setting.

WITH incredible scenery all around this unique and versatile property is perfect for buyers looking for a flexible home.

JUST over a dozen planning applications have been submitted to Sedgemoor District Council since Thursday, August 11.

A BRIDGWATER secondary school is delaying the start of the academic year following an "incident" today (Friday, September 2).

TWO people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle collision near Spaxton.

BRIDGWATER MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has asked bird keepers living in his constituency to follow rules aimed at halting the spread of bird flu.

THE beer flowed and the music played as revellers enjoyed the first Pawlett Beer Festival over the recent bank holiday weekend.

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.

MORE public health signage should be displayed at beaches to reduce the risk of people entering polluted water, says Ian Liddell-Grainger MP.

The TV presenter and journalist appeared on BBC Breakfast from 2001 until 2016.