See what will happen from now until the Queen's funeral.

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin has been seen for the first time as the late monarch begins her final journey.

Just one exception has been listed as an excuse to be using your phone while driving as part of the Highway Code rule change.

Asda, Tesco and Lidl are among the supermarkets to issue recalls for a range of reasons

It is encouraging anyone who still has them to use them or deposit them at their bank or a Post Office before the end of September.

MANY farm businesses in England may struggle to cope with the challenges of new agricultural policies and the withdrawal of the Basic Payment Scheme, as many do not engage in formal business planning or seek external professional advice, according to...

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

A PAIR of Old Master paintings are estimated to sell for between £8,000 and £10,000 in the Charterhouse two-day auction in Sherborne on October 6 and 7.

THIS is an attractive Grade II Georgian Villa situated within the heart of this popular small town of North Petherton offers immense charm and character, with well proportioned rooms, set within private gardens.

THE National Proclamation, the official announcement of Her Majesty’s death and acknowledgement of the commencement of the King’s new reign, will take place at 11am today (Saturday, September 10) at St James Palace.

The announcement comes after King Charles III was formally declared as the new monarch following the death of his mother aged 96.

The tragic news was confirmed on Thursday evening sparking a period of national mourning.

Some events around Somerset will be cancelled in the period of mourning following the Queen's death.

BRIDGWATER residents have laid flowers at St Mary's Church and King Square after Queen Elizabeth II died “peacefully” at Balmoral Castle yesterday. 

A MOTORIST recorded speeding at 122mph on the M5 in Somerset has been banned from getting behind the wheel for a year.

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

BRIDGWATER and West Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and described her death as a “great loss to the country”.

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

On Thursday evening (September 8) the world was hit by the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96.

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.