Bridgwater Mercury
Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:48:34 +0100Somerset metal detectorist finds hoard of Roman silver coins in field
A Frome metal detectorist has unearthed a small hoard of Roman silver coins found locally in a field, dating back 1,800 years.
Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:13:05 +0100Council will not take over Hinkley Point C if it is finished late
A Somerset council will no longer be able to take over the site of a new nuclear power station if it cannot be completed.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:50:15 +0100Pakistan Flood Appeal: Somerset CCC auction raises £5,000
Somerset County Cricket Club have raised more than £5,000 for the Pakistan Flood Appeal through an online auction.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:41:00 +0100Last chance to apply for Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards
BUSINESSES have just days remaining to apply for this year's Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards, organised by the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:15:23 +0100Motorist jailed for dangerous driving injury in Bridgwater
A DRINK driver has been jailed for 16 months and disqualified from getting behind the wheel for 50 months after admitting causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100Somerset Business Awards open
ENTRIES are open for the Somerset Business Awards 2023.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:35:00 +0100Former Bridgwater B&B to become HMO run by homeless charity
A former bed-and-breakfast in Bridgwater will be used to provide much-needed one-bedroom accommodation after new plans were approved.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 22:58:04 +0100Ex-Leeds United and Sheffield United striker Brian Deane to deliver Somerset tech training
Computing firm BIT Training has announced a partnership with ex-Premier League football player Brian Deane to deliver free IT and cyber security training in Somerset, as part of the government-funded Skills Bootcamps initiative.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:37:08 +0100'Babies cry, you can cope6' initiative in Somerset
SOMERSET County Council’s public health team has joined other organisations to promote lifesaving messages to parents.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:37:00 +0100Bridgwater to host Black History Month exhibitions
THE Bridgwater & District Trades Union Council will celebrate Black History Month with a special exhibition and evening event.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:02:25 +0100Rage Against Rubbish collects litter at Bridgwater Canal
A GROUP of volunteers collected litter near Bridgwater Canal over the weekend.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:43:00 +0100Bridgwater firewalk for Towards Tomorrow Together charity
BRAVE fundraisers took part in a firewalk to raise money for Towards Tomorrow Together, a charity that supports people affected by baby loss.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:43:50 +0100Bridgwater United supporting football mental health initiative
The Toolstation Western League is partnering with Mind in Somerset to support the mental wellbeing of the football family and players in particular.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:01:44 +0100Arrest following fatal collision in Bridgwater
POLICE have made an arrest following the death of an elderly woman who was found seriously injured in Bridgwater.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:32:00 +0100Terrie's Barbershop to open in North Petherton next week
A NEW barber shop is set to open in North Petherton, owned by a woman who grew up in the town and has moved back with her family.
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 07:05:50 +0100Elderly woman dies in Dukes Mead hit and run in Bridgwater
AN elderly woman has died following a hit and run incident.
Sun, 25 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100Ideal family home with outdoor bar in North Petherton
AT the bottom of a quiet cul de sac in the popular small town of North Petherton, this property showcases outstanding open plan family living.
Sun, 25 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100Energy themed pictures in this week's Somerset Camera Club
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 08:58:38 +0100Hinkley Point C confirmed as main sponsor for Bridgwater Carnival
ONE of Europe’s largest construction projects has teamed up with one of Europe’s largest illuminated carnivals in a unique partnership.
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100Georgian era Stable House near Bridgwater up for sale
STABLE House is believed to date back to the late Georgian era and we assume it to be Listed Grade II as it was converted from the original stables to the adjoining Peart Hall, the former Rectory of the village.
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100Stuart Pearce coming to Bridgwater as part of Bucks' Big Bash
ENGLAND football legend Stuart Pearce is on his way to Bridgwater next month to help fundraise for a cause that is close to the hearts of many.
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:21:00 +0100Bridgwater arts venues to share £2.1M for upgrades
Three arts and cultural venues in Bridgwater will be significantly revamped as part of the Bridgwater town deal.
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100Somerset Masala announces opening date of Indian restaurant
SOMERSET Masala has announced the opening date of its new Taunton restaurant, which is set to bring a taste of India to the county town.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 21:29:00 +0100Woman found with ‘life-threatening injuries’ in Bridgwater
AN elderly woman was airlifted to hospital after she was found with life-threatening injuries in Dukes Mead, Bridgwater, earlier today.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 17:55:00 +0100Man dies after collision at motocross track near Bridgwater
A MAN who was airlifted to hospital after being involved in a collision at a motocross track near Bridgwater has died.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:41:00 +0100TV crews spotted in Bridgwater for filming of Black Cake
BRIDGWATER was transformed into 1960s London today for the filming of Black Cake, an upcoming eight-part drama series set to air on Hulu.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:20:27 +0100Appeal to find missing teenager Freddy
POLICE have issued an appeal to find a teenager missing from his home near Stolford.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:49:00 +0100UCU: Staff to strike at Bridgwater & Taunton College over pay
STAFF at Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) will be striking for 10 days in a dispute over pay amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:58:00 +0100Hinkley Point C confirmed as Bridgwater Carnival main sponsor
HINKLEY Point C has been announced as the main event sponsor for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival 2022, which takes place on Saturday, November 5.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:48:42 +0100Gravity site Bridgwater, Government's new Investment Zone
CHANCELLOR Kwasi Kwarteng has announced that the Gravity site just north of Bridgwater could be one of the Government's first new Investment Zones.
Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100Fine for dodgy car plate in Avon and Somerset patch
AVON and Somerset Police have published this picture of an illegal number plate from a car in the Somerset area.
Thu, 22 Sep 2022 15:15:00 +0100Bridgwater solicitors take part in Will Aid charity campaign
LYONS Bowe Solicitors is offering to write basic wills for people in November in exchange for donations to leading charities as part of Will Aid.
Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:14:49 +0100Haygrove School, Bridgwater graded 'good' by Ofsted
OFSTED have given a Bridgwater school a good review in their latest inspection saying 'they are committed to improving the school'.
Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:27:00 +0100Bridgwater concert raises over £3,000 for Mind charity
A CONCERT organised by a local performer and businessman at the McMillan Theatre in Bridgwater has raised over £3,000 for a mental health charity.
Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:48:25 +0100What is the legal drink drive unit limit in the UK for 2022?
It is advised to not drink at all if you can to potentially avoid going over the limit whilst driving.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:21:27 +0100Thousands of UK households given 10-day warning to apply for £300 September cash boost
Households can apply for free cash through the Household Support Scheme.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:25:00 +0100Part of Hulu series Black Cake to be filmed in Bridgwater
TELEVISION crews will be in Bridgwater this week to record scenes for an upcoming eight-part drama series set in the 1960s.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:22:33 +0100RSPCA rescue hedgehog jammed in drainpipe in Somerset
A HEDGEHOG has been rescued by the RSPCA after getting trapped in a drain pipe bend in Somerset.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:35:34 +0100Police searching for teen last seen in North Petherton
POLICE have located one of the missing 14-year-old twins after an appeal was launched yesterday after they were last seen in North Petherton.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:50:25 +0100King Charles III issues statement hours before the Queen's funeral
Charles spoke out in a new statement hours before Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is buried.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:12:38 +0100Police issue appeal to find missing twins with links to Taunton and Bridgwater
POLICE have issued an appeal to find missing 14-year-old twins who were last seen in the North Petherton area.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:09:00 +0100New sensory garden at Westover Green School and Autism Centre
A BRIDGWATER school and autism centre has built a new sensory garden to help support its children with additional needs.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:41:00 +0100Gallery: Bridgwater Cricket Club's ‘Cycle for the Vicar’
CRICKETERS who undertook a 325-mile charity cycle in memory of a friend and teammate were celebrated when they arrived at the finish line on Sunday.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:15:00 +0100Kitchen Danilo Bridgwater to close amidst cost of living crisis
AN Italian-themed restaurant in Bridgwater is having to shut its doors as spirally energy costs "do not make it viable" to keep it open.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:50:31 +0100Where will the Queen be buried? Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest
Thousands travelled to London and millions more tuned in to see the Queen’s funeral on Monday.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:54:30 +0100How much will the Queen's funeral cost? UK state funerals explained
The Queen’s funeral will mark a major moment in history as the nation thanks Her late Majesty for 70 years of public service.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:40:21 +0100When is the two minute silence on Monday? Queen's funeral to end with national silence
Queen Elizabeth II will be reunited with her late husband Prince Philip later today.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 17:25:00 +0100EDF explores creating Hinkley workers' campsite in Nether Stowey
EDF Energy is considering transforming agricultural land into a caravan site with 103 pitches to accommodate Hinkley Point C workers in Nether Stowey.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 16:09:00 +0100Man and woman die in two-car collision on A38 near Axbridge
TWO people have died in a two-car collision on the A38 between Tarnock and Lower Weare near Axbridge, Somerset.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 13:48:00 +0100Dryad Gin launches with aim of bringing community together
AN entrepreneur has launched her own Somerset-inspired gin with the aim of bringing her community together and telling a story of the Quantocks.