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Bridgwater Mercury

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater Pantomime Society to perform Puss in Boots in January
BRIDGWATER Pantomime Society has announced it will return in January with a production of Puss in Boots at the town hall.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:18:46 +0000
Somerset Waste Partnership Christmas tips to avoid waste
SOMERSET residents have been asked to consider using recycling centres and only cooking what they need so festive bin collections go off smoothly.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:43:38 +0000
Volunteers ad for Somerset councillors remuneration panel
FANCY having a say in how much our councillors are paid?

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:34:04 +0000
Puriton property damaged after wood burner ‘explodes’
FIREFIGHTERS from Burnham and Bridgwater were called to the after a neighbour reported a “small explosion within a wood burner”.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 09:21:22 +0000
Row breaks out over religion classes in Somerset schools
A ROW has broken out in Somerset over the role the county council should play in how schoolchildren are taught about religion, writes Daniel Mumby.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 18:05:04 +0000
Several injured as bus overturns on B3090 near Frome
EMERGENCY services were called out after a bus overturned on a road in Somerset this afternoon (Monday, November 28).

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:58:00 +0000
Public Notice Portal: A powerful boost for local democracy
TRUSTED local news media titles such as the County Gazette sit right at the heart of local life.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:51:41 +0000
Asbestos causes delay to Bridgwater tidal barrier
WORK on a tidal barrier to protect homes and businesses could be delayed by up to six months after asbestos was discovered near the access to the site.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:34:22 +0000
Bishop of Bath and Wells becomes Somerset Day patron
BISHOP Michael, the recently installed 80th Bishop of Bath and Wells, is to become a patron of Somerset Day.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:35:30 +0000
Wellington School maths challenge hosts 60 primary schools
WELLINGTON School has hosted the 27th Maths Challenge.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:45:00 +0000
Open day at Quantock Veterinary Hospital in Nether Stowey
A NEWLY refurbished Somerset veterinary practice is offering pet owners the chance to go behind the scenes and have a unique glimpse at its upgraded facilities.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:11:17 +0000
Somerset's Little Adventures Nursery Group wins top awards
LITTLE Adventures Nursery Group, won the high growth and ambition awards in the 2022 Business Live Business Awards.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:05:00 +0000
Over 200 support charity Christmas fayre in Nether Stowey
A Christmas Fayre in Nether Stowey that featured local traders has raised over £300 for the Somerset and Dorset Air Ambulance Charity.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 10:04:00 +0000
Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards winners named in Bridgwater
THE Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards were held at the Canalside in Bridgwater on Friday night.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater United to host Cribbs in FA Trophy Third Round
BRIDGWATER United were without a game at the weekend due to a waterlogged pitch however that gave the squad added rest ahead of their big fixture this Friday.

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:24:46 +0000
Police mobile speed camera sites in Somerset this week
POLICE have published details of locations where they will be managing mobile speed cameras across Somerset this week starting today (Monday, November 28).

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater businesses face repair bills for smashed windows
THERE have been 26 incidents of windows or doors being damaged at retail premises in Bridgwater town centre in five months, making a "small increase".

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:52:00 +0000
Christmas begins in Bridgwater as lights are switched on
BRIDGWATER'S Christmas lights were switched on yesterday evening after a packed day of activities in the town centre.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000
Somerset people urged to get flu and Covid vaccinations
WITH winter upon us, Somerset residents are being reminded to protect their health and the health of people around them by getting their flu and Covid-19 vaccinations.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service's new website feature
PEOPLE in Devon and Somerset can now see the latest statistics and details of fire and rescue incidents in their area thanks to a new website feature being tested by Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, writes Molly Clapham.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Lady Eccles caravan for sale at Charterhouse auction
AN 89-year-old caravan affectionately known as Lady Eccles is looking for a new owner in the next three-day Charterhouse auction.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Kicks Hill, Middlezoy property goes on the market
THIS property is a charming detached residence occupying an attractive plot within this ever-popular village.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:08:53 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday November 27
Here is a selection of items you can find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, November 27.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 13:12:00 +0000
Bridgwater Christmas lights to be switched on tonight
BRIDGWATER'S Christmas Lights will be switched on at tonight's Shopping & Snowflakes event - but the planned fireworks and squibbing display will not go ahead.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
White Horse Farm in Over Stowey up for sale
WHITE Horse Farm is an extremely impressive, detached six bedroom home situated in a wonderful position at the foot of the Quantock Hills.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Where not to park when visiting friends at Christmas
WITH lots of visitors to friends and family homes over the festive season, it can be tempting for motorists to park on the pavement, cycle lane or use nearby car parks to stay overnight.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:53:47 +0000
15-year-old Taunton boy's trial for in drugs supply case
A TAUNTON teenager faces a trial in front of a judge and jury accused of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:07:23 +0000
New A38 cycle and walking route opens in Bridgwater
A NEW cycling and walking route featuring eco-friendly lighting has been opened in Bridgwater.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:04:47 +0000
Police appeal to find missing Zaeden, 17
POLICE are appealing for the public’s help to find a missing teenager.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 10:13:19 +0000
Asylum seekers at the Holiday Inn: Cllr hits out at MP’s comments
A LIBERAL Democrat councillor has hit out at MP for his statement on the Home Office’s decision to use a hotel on the edge of Bridgwater to house asylum seekers.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 09:38:37 +0000
Good Samaritan who cared for woman at Bridgwater Carnival
A SPECTATOR at the Guy Fawkes Bridgwater Carnival is trying to track down a Good Samaritan who helped out when she suddenly fell ill.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 09:16:09 +0000
Mallard Court office suite in Bridgwater lease available
A PROPERTY company is looking for a company to move into a refurbished office suite in Bridgwater.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:02:20 +0000
Somerset residents who will pay no council tax next year
A COUPLE with two children on a weekly income of less than £260 and single people on below £95 living in Somerset won't have to pay a penny of council tax in the year from April 1.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Cash incentives for landlords to rent to Ukrainian families
PRIVATE landlords in Somerset are being offered cash incentives to house Ukrainian refugees.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:47:54 +0000
Two people rescued from car in water filled ditch in Puriton
TWO people have been rescued from a car that ended up in a water filled ditch at lunchtime today (Thursday, November 24).

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:02:23 +0000
Four arrested after 189kg of cocaine delivered to farm near Bridgwater
FOUR people have been arrested after a shipping container delivered to a farm near Bridgwater​ was found to contain 189 kilos of cocaine.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:35:02 +0000
Tributes to Jason Waring, who died at Hinkley Point C
THE family of a "loving father" who died in a work accident have issued a fresh picture of him.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:05:42 +0000
Aldi and Lidl issue urgent warnings for unsafe products
Discount supermarket chains Lidl and Aldi have issued warnings to customers after several products were found to be unsafe to eat.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:06:06 +0000
M5 Bridgwater - traffic queuing after two vehicle collision
Traffic is queuing on the M5 Southbound at Bridgwater due to a two vehicle collision this morning.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:33:03 +0000
Asylum seekers at Holiday Inn, Bridgwater: MP warns Government
MP IAN Liddell-Grainger is calling on the Government to make provisions for asylum seekers’ care after a Home Office decision to house them in a hotel near Bridgwater.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:21:47 +0000
Met Office issues rain and wind warning for Somerset
HEAVY rain and strong winds are likely to affect Somerset and the South West today (Thursday, November 24), the Met Office said.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:54:22 +0000
Bridgwater residents unable to register with dentist amid NHS shortage
The British Dental Association (BDA) warned NHS dentistry is on the brink of collapse and that can be seen in Bridgwater and surrounding areas.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:32:00 +0000
More than 200 new homes could be built near Somerset primary school
More than 200 new homes could soon be built near a Somerset primary school.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:55:01 +0000
Lorry flips over on M5 southbound near Clevedon
CLEVEDON firefighters were called to reports of a lorry that had overturned on the M5 in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, November 22).

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:12:43 +0000
Police appeal after woman assaulted in ASDA, Bridgwater
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in a supermarket in Bridgwater.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:11:00 +0000
Avon and Somerset Police Christmas card competition
AVON and Somerset Chief Constable Sarah Crew and the force's Police Crime Commissioner Mark Shelford are looking for creative young artists to help design this year’s official Christmas cards.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:11:17 +0000
Somerset Life: Snap up £10 Amazon gift voucher with subscription
What to buy the person who has everything…? Why not buy a gift that lasts all year!

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:01:15 +0000
Yellow rain and wind weather warning across Somerset
BRACE yourself for more heavy rain and strong winds across Somerset tomorrow (Wednesday, November 23).

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:12:28 +0000
Play areas in Bridgwater and Burnham undergo £65,000 revamp
Two play areas in Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea are undergoing improvement works costing a total of £65,000.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:52:41 +0000
Sedgemoor District Council customer service team performs well
SEDGEMOOR District Council's customer service team has been recognised for their 'excellence' after a recent assessment.



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