The Sweet Box in Bridgwater applies to Somerset Council for an off-licence to sell alcohol daily, 6am–11pm. Public comments open until 25 December 2025.

NHS South West urges urgent flu jab uptake as hospitalisations soar 76 per cent. Get vaccinated now to protect yourself and support the NHS this Christmas.

South Western Railway wins Investors in People Gold for People and Wellbeing, recognising strong leadership, employee support, and workplace culture.

Somerset has a huge range of walking and cycling routes to explore - and there's no better way to get in shape after your Christmas dinner

Somerset Camera Club members have been busy taking photographs involving puddles after the rain

Bridgwater College Academy has become the first all-through school in Somerset to win the Young Carers in School Award.

Somerset Business Awards 2026 shortlist revealed: top companies, charities and individuals recognised by Somerset Chamber of Commerce. Final in March.

Western Fuel Ltd in Bridgwater seeks to add an extra trailer at its Bristol Road site. Locals can submit objections to the Traffic Commissioner by 23 December.

There is heavy traffic along the M5 motorway after a car fire between Taunton and Bridgwater.

Parents of students at Haygrove School in Bridgwater are angry as stricter rules regarding makeup are being enforced.

Permission has been sought for the continued use of more than 400 parking spaces in Taunton Gateway Park and Ride for Hinkley Point C construction workers.

The council has a legal duty to protect trees on public land - and will be making additional efforts to combat ash dieback across the county

Johnson Metals, a local family-run business, celebrated its 40th birthday last weekend.

Bargain hunters who leave their festive food shopping until Christmas Eve can save a packet, say experts, but are you brave enough to risk bare shelves?

Clinton Rogers reflects on the rise of smart home technology, from video doorbells to remote heating, and questions if such tech truly improves our lives.

Great British Railways unveils new branding, logo and livery at London Bridge as Railways Bill progresses to nationalise UK trains and reform passenger service.

Somerset women win at 2025 West Country Women Awards in Plymouth. Clare Farthing honoured for empowering introverted women entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Auditors have warned Somerset Council that it needs to move faster with organisational changes to avoid effective bankruptcy

A new Wetherspoons could open at the Haven holiday park at Burnham-on-Sea - as a planning application has been submitted.

Protesters gathered outside of Hinkley Point C with a giant, cold turkey to highlight a claim made by EDF in 2006.

A nuclear technician from Somerset has been recognised at a national awards ceremony celebrating her career so far.

Somerset Council scraps Sunday parking charges after public opposition. Bridgwater Town Council calls for review of Celebration Mile scheme in Eastover.

The Digital Slinky service has completed 10,000 journeys since launching in May 2024 - and will soon benefit from a brand new fleet of minibuses

Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox has announced the winner of his local Christmas card competition, which saw hundreds of entries.

A charity dog walk took place on Sunday, December 7, as owners dressed up their dogs in the Christmas spirit to raise money for local charity Help 4 Hounds.

The opening date for a new lunch spot in Bridgwater town centre has been confirmed.

Contractors have started on the first phase of a long-term scheme to redevelop the Bridgwater Carnival's main cart-building site off Bristol Road.

Yellow weather warning for heavy rain in Bridgwater until 6pm, 9 December. Expect travel disruption, possible flooding and strong winds up to 48mph.

The government pledges £245.9m to boost South West bus services. Funding aims for lower fares, more reliable journeys, and improved public transport.

Four-bed detached house in Middlezoy for sale at £390,000. EPC B, countryside views, garage, air source heat pump, Huish Academy catchment, built 2018.

Historic four-bedroom semi-detached home for sale in Bridgwater’s Blake Place, £350,000. Modernised, original features, private gardens, garage.

Burnham-on-Sea RNLI shanty night at the Tennis Club raised £1,000 with The 85ers, supporting volunteer lifeboat crews and lifesaving efforts in Somerset.

The Local Government Boundary Commission for England has reopened its consultation - but Somerset Council won't be adding any further submissions

Bloor Homes South West has teased proposals for 140 homes on Dancing Hill in North Petherton - with more detailed expected in the new year

Multiple red flood warnings and amber alerts have been issued across Somerset and North Somerset after a yellow rain warning was issued as Storm Bram hits.

THIS year we are supporting St Margaret's Hospice and their Light up a Life campaign - and we've spoken to some well-known faces in Somerset, who have shared why it is so important to support the appeal this Christmas.

Discover festive events in Bridgwater this December, including Cinderella pantomime, Christmas music bingo, budget cookery demo, and Somerset short film night.

Chickaros is the newest restaurant to hit Bridgwater High Street, to see if it is"better than anywhere else you can find in Bridgwater".

National Highways has said that the M5 is one of the worst roads in the country for obstructions, with over 3000 incidents between January and September.

Hinkley Point C has today (Dec 8) unveiled a rare glimpse into the work that happens after dark on Britain’s biggest infrastructure project.

62 arrests have been made in seven days following the new Avon and Somerset Police Christmas drink/drug driving campaign, showing an increase since last year.

Chilton Trinity School in Bridgwater, Somerset, part of the Futura Learning Partnership, developed the garden for the community.

A yellow Met Office warning for rain has been issued over the next two days across Somerset and North Somerset, with flooding and travel disruption expected.

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

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

An author based in Burnham-on-Sea has self-published a biography on the life of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

Bridgwater Bus Users Group has launched a survey, campaigning to improve public transport in the town, with the support of Bridgwater Town Council.

Dogs Trust delivers over 2,400 Christmas parcels to homeless dog owners across the UK, supporting people and pets with gifts, care and vital services.

Chaplin A Limited seeks licence for a goods vehicle operating centre at Martlands Farm, Woolavington. Submit objections to the Traffic Commissioner by Dec 18.

The RSPCA urgently appeals for volunteers in Somerset to foster rescued cats as catteries reach capacity. Help give cats a home; all costs covered.