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WE have been supporting the St Margaret's Hospice Light Up A Life appeal this Christmas - and as part of this support, we are sharing just some of the dedications made during the festive season.

Before we enter 2026, let's take a look back at some of Bridgwater's biggest news stories from 2025.

YMCA Dulverton Group chief executive Martin Hodgson has been awarded the MBE for outstanding services to communities, children, young people and the homeless and vulnerable.

A 19-year-old man is due to appear in court after being charged with multiple driving offences.

A new case of bird flu has been declared near Bridgwater by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.

A woman has been left injured after an incident involving dogs on Christmas Day in Somerset.

The former South West medical director for NHS England, and other key figures working for the trust have all been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours.

A WOMAN who has dedicated 60 years to helping young people has vowed to carry on as president of girl guiding in Somerset after being awarded the MBE.

Discover Somerset's top events this week, from festive pantomimes in Yeovil and Bridgwater to Burnham's Christmas Tree Festival and Taunton's BSO Gala.

Somerset Council is set to show four short films that showcase the services available at Somerset Libraries.

Numerous major transport projects (many backed by central government funding) will be implemented across Somerset over the next 12 months

Gold Star Uniforms in Bridgwater has closed after 18 years of serving the community.

Ultra-processed foods like ready meals and fizzy drinks are linked to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Learn about UK health risks and healthier choices.

Somerset councillor Christine Lawrence to be named Honorary Alderwoman for decades of service to West Somerset, honoured by Somerset Council.

Clinton Rogers reflects on prostate cancer recovery, turning 70, and exercise in later life. Read his candid look at ageing, health and keeping fit.

This week, the members of Somerset Camera Club have been taking photos of things that strike them as being Christmassy.

Avon and Somerset Police have revealed the speed cameras in Somerset that have recorded the highest number of speeding drivers within the last year.

Somerset Council has announced that a Severe Weather Emergency Provision will be in place over the festive season.

Local businesses in Bridgwater have expressed concerns that they may face permanent closure due to the controversial Celebration Mile.

These are the Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S, Lidl and Sainsbury's

Don't get caught out recycling incorrectly this Christmas - how to avoid getting a fine by your local council

All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC One, BBC Two, ITV1 and Channel 4

Bridgwater weather forecast: Christmas week brings sunny intervals, mild temperatures (highs of 10°C, lows of -1°C) and gusty winds up to 37mph.

Chalet-style three-bed home Crows Nest in North Petherton for sale at £475,000. Countryside views, ample parking, no onward chain.

Bridgwater Riverview Terrace home for sale at £230,000. Features two double bedrooms, sun room, loft room, large garden, near town centre and M5.

Tesco Winter Food Collection donates nearly 17,000 meals to Somerset families in need, supporting Trussell Trust and FareShare food banks amid rising demand.

Councillor Diogo Rodrigues has been asked to resign after allegedly leaving a full council meeting during a minute's silence for deceased councillors

A man from Bridgwater has decorated his motorbike with lights and taken it to the streets to raise money for charity and spread Christmas cheer.

SOMERSET MPs have reacted to the government's latest announcement upping the threshold for family farm inheritance tax.

Sir Ashley Fox, MP for Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea, has delivered a message to his constituents ahead of Christmas and the New Year.

Frosty Winds Doth Blow. Pass the brussel sprouts.

A WATER supply company is being forced to fund an £11million enforcement package after it failed to "operate, maintain and upgrade" its wastewater network.

The Met Office says final figures haven't been confirmed yet but that it's "more likely than not" that 2025 will be the warmest year on record in the UK.

Skyscanner has revealed when the cheapest day to book a flight is in the UK.

Customers have been warned that requesting a fake refund is fraud, which could result in a criminal record.

Discover festive events in Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea, including Cinderella panto, Christmas church services, and Circus Extravaganza.

Somerset pubs The Langford Inn and The Bower Inn offer free Christmas Day lunch for those alone, as part of Butcombe Pubs & Inns’ community initiative.

Discover Chris Willoughby's Somerset life photography at The Engine Room, Bridgwater, 7 Jan–13 Feb 2026. Prints and books available.

Over 6,000 Somerset pupils from 47 Bath and Wells Diocese schools joined Bishop Michael Beasley for a virtual Christmas collective worship event.

Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Bridgwater.

S Roberts Group invests £300,000 in new walking floor trailers to boost waste management efficiency and sustainability across the South West.

Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Whooping cough vaccine uptake among pregnant women in South West England hits record 80.6 per cent, boosting newborn protection after 2024 outbreak.

Heavy rain has eased drought risk in the West Country, says the Environment Agency, but low aquifer levels mean water conservation remains vital.

There is one lane closed and severe delays on the M5 due to debris on the road.

Mansfield Park's play area in Bridgwater has reopened after weeks of construction.

Bridgwater Town Council has agreed to look into installing signs along Taunton Road and Broadway, aiming to get more HGVs to use Squibbers Way.

Design work on a new cycle link along the A39 Bath Road in Bridgwater will cost £78,000 - with no target date for when the scheme will be implemented

Bin collection days will be changed for the festive period with later collections scheduled, Somerset Council have confirmed.