I was shopping in Tesco the other day when a man came up to me to bemoan the fact that a public bench he had passed by was covered in pigeon droppings.

Discover upcoming events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including free crafting, over-60s fitness classes, a Pink tribute, and a summer musical theatre workshop.

Tesco is bringing back free apples for children in more than 800 stores this summer, alongside free kids' café meals and extra help for families.

Parents who claimed Child Benefit between 1978 and 2010 could be owed an average £8,377 after HMRC errors affected State Pension records.

The latest HMRC statistics show median wages in Somerset have climbed 5.5 per cent in the past year

Layla Richards-Saad has cooked her way into the final of South West Junior Chef of the Year with a locally-sourced dish

Shoppers across Somerset could find themselves walking out of the supermarket without paying a penny this summer, thanks to a major giveaway

The first homes within the Centenary Heights estate in Bridgwater are almost finished - with the developer seeking to secure access for future phases

Sir Ashley Fox MP has written to the Government calling for an urgent review of how serious motorway incidents are managed

The Department for Transport has provided funding to assess whether a franchising system could be implemented on Somerset's bus network

Multiple fire crews responded to a large fire at a scrap metal facility in the Taunton area

Somerset residents are being urged to think twice before throwing certain items in their bins in an appeal by Devon and Somerset Fire Service

A new book by two descendants of Bridgwater families is shining a spotlight on more than 200 years of local women’s stories

As the art deco landmark turns 90 this month, we look back at its glamorous 1936 debut and ask what happens next for the troubled Penel Orlieu site

The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats have different ideas of how to hold developers' feet to the fire as enforcement issues persist across Somerset

Here are some of the latest Bridgwater and wider Somerset offenders who have appeared in Taunton Magistrates' Court

Bridgwater Town Council has formally objected to controversial plans for up to 750 new homes east of Bower Lane

From Tesco and Asda to Bella Italia, Harvester and Subway, here's every kids eat free and £1 meal deal available during the summer holidays.

The Co-op has launched its 'Pop in and Win' campaign, which will see customers spending at least £1 automatically entered into the competition.

Three-bedroom 1930s detached house for sale on Bath Road, Bawdrip, Bridgwater

Inspired by Clint Eastwood, Toby Keith’s song Don’t Let the Old Man In highlights the importance of staying active and healthy as we age in the UK.

Sir Ashley Fox, who represents Bridgwater, spent time at Renew Education’s King Square centre speaking with staff and founder Ben Kir.

Thousands of drivers have ranked roads across the country, with the M5 Motorway near the top end of the list

Somerset children’s home has been rated “inadequate” and has been served a formal notice after an Ofsted report found “serious failures”

Motorists have been seen leaving their vehicles on the M5 in Somerset after traffic was brought to a standstill following an ongoing incident.

The M5 has been brought to a halt in Somerset amid an incident which the emergency services are responding to today (July 25).

Two of Somerset’s key reservoirs are now classed as having “exceptionally low” water levels

More than 100 drivers have been arrested by Avon and Somerset Police during a new operation cracking down on drink/drug-driving.

The travel experts at Which? have come up with a holiday hack that could help travellers save thousands of pounds on private accommodation.

A vet has issued a warning to dog owners who are planning on taking their dogs to the beach this summer.

Deluxe Kebab House in Bridgwater applies for a premises licence to open until 5am daily

Somerset Highways has announced that the A38 in Bridgwater will be closed this evening, Friday, July 24, for urgent repair works

Emergency services have provided a statement after "7 or 8 cars" were believed to have collided on a stretch of the M5 in Somerset

Motorist has described the terrifying moments leading up to a '7-8 car' crash on the M5 in Somerset today (July 24)

Somerset has been placed on "prolonged dry weather" alert by authorities after the hot weather has left rivers under strain and water levels falling

There are heavy delays for motorists using the M5 Motorway following a crash in Somerset today (July 24)

Developers have given a new update on 109 homes under construction in Wembdon, Bridgwater, which are expected to open to buyers this summer

Bristol Airport has revealed its most popular summer destinations as it prepares for 1.8 million passengers during the busy holiday season

There are an estimated 3.3 million lost pensions worth £31.1bn across the UK. Here's how to check if one of them belongs to you using a free Government service.

Consumer confidence has recorded its biggest monthly jump since 2023, with experts pointing to the 'Burnham bounce', summer weather and football success.

Tesco has revealed more than 500,000 Clubcard members have at least £100 in unused vouchers. Here's how to check your balance and boost their value.

Somerset Council receives Best Value Improvement Notice from government amid financial challenges; pledges continued service improvements and resilience.

England exit World Cup 2026 amid soaring ticket prices, celebrity VIPs and political controversy, leaving fans priced out and football’s spirit in question.

Avon and Somerset Police award £449,000 in grant funding to local councils for crime prevention, youth support, and community safety projects across the region.

Somerset NHS launches ConnectPlus app with HCI to support adults with ADHD symptoms - offering trusted info, self-management tools, and local care guidance.

Somerset Council wishes to change the system by which children can access free school means, helping to cut red tape and challenge the social stigma

National Highways have shared new updates on planned M5 closures in Somerset from tonight (Thursday, July 23)

New Pret A Manger has opened at Taunton Deane South Services on the M5

Three individuals have been given bail orders, which means that they cannot enter Somerset, police have confirmed

Police have issued an appeal for information after a 17-year-old boy was assaulted at Bridgwater Retail Park