The Met Office has shared when the current July 2026 heatwave is going to end, amid amber heat health alerts being issued for some areas

Somerset Chamber launches Somerset Future 30 awards to honour young professionals under 30 making an impact in business and community. Nominations now open.

Sir Ashley Fox MP outlines his work for Bridgwater constituency - tackling antisocial behaviour, NHS access, rural issues and supporting local communities.

North Somerset Council leader Mike Bell has criticised proposed speed limit reductions on the A370

Which? found that baby products on UK platforms like Amazon, eBay, TikTok Shop and Wish were "potentially lethal"

Rod Dennis, RAC senior policy officer, said: "Our analysis shows some of the frankly chilling speeds some people are prepared to drive at"

Historic seven-bedroom former rectory for sale on Church Road, West Huntspill. Period features, large garden, £695,000. Listed with Berryman’s estate agents.

Met Office forecasts high temperatures, sunshine and very high UV and pollen levels for Burnham-on-Sea this week.

Discover events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater: Matilda the Musical Jr, Emma Forrester’s author talk, Sedgemoor Vintage Club Show, and The Monkees Tale.

RSPCA Brent Knoll’s rescue Jack Russell, Roxy, seeks a forever home in North Somerset after overcoming neglect and skin issues. Adopt this lively dog today.

PC Chenise Austin is facing a misconduct hearing after allegedly breaching certain standards

Experts also advise against washing cars in direct sunlight at any time of day, recommending shaded areas or partially covered spots.

Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton, triggering a by-election as he denies wrongdoing over allegations about financial support

Together with the Met Office, the UK Health Security Agency has issued an amber heat-health alert for the south-west this week.

Speed limits could be reduced on sections of the A370 between the M5 and Weston under proposed road safety plans

Somerset is above the national average when it comes to seeing a GP or using the NHS app - but locals aren't happy about the quality of care

Somerset FA and Somerset Domestic Abuse Service launch partnership to tackle domestic abuse, raise awareness, and support communities through football.

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

The Strawberry Line is a vital link to Somerset's remarkable countryside - and you can help to secure a worthy award from the Ramblers Association

Somerset NHS launches AI-powered oesophageal cancer screening, inviting residents via text for early capsule sponge tests at GP practices across the county.

Explore Somerset gardens 11–14 July as part of the National Garden Scheme. Visit Babbs Farm, East Lambrook Manor, Greencombe, and Pennard House.

Avon and Somerset Police used a double-decker bus in Somerset to spot dangerous drivers during a road safety operation

A care home in Burnham which received formal warnings last year has again been rated "requires improvement" by the Care Quality Commission.

Can I make one thing clear straight away – I love animals, well, most of them anyway.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of things that show how hot the weather has been in recent weeks.

Taunton saw its first far-right march as Britain First activists and supporters gathered, sparking tensions over immigration, hate speech, and division.

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s nurse-led self-referral cancer diagnosis scheme shortlisted for the Nursing Times Awards for improving early cancer detection.

Bins will be collected later than planned after missed collections en route, Somerset Council has confirmed.

There is congestion in places across the M5 Motorway today (Friday, July 3).

Somerset’s pioneering cancer self-referral service has been recognised on the national stage for cutting diagnosis times and saving lives.

New study reveals Bristol Airport among UK's worst for July flight delays and cancellations

Calls grow for a transparent delivery plan as Council works on a two‑year programme to shield homes, farms and businesses from flooding

Somerset Council has lost more than £90m on the sale of commercial investments it inherited from the four former district councils in April 2023

The new facility will be up and running by the summer of 2027 - more than four years after planning permission was first granted

A man from Wells, Somerset, has been given a suspended sentence for bringing a kitchen knife and a slingshot to Cheddar Gorge.

Somerset Council is selling off commercial assets it inherited to provide funding for front-line services - incurring significant losses in the process

Consumer champion Sarah Ingrams has highlighted six common pitfalls that could result in customers overpaying for gas and electricity.

If you have a trip coming up, the Foreign Office has stressed that travellers should be prepared for a change in the weather.

RNLI lifeguards return to Brean and Burnham-on-Sea beaches from 4 July to 6 September, offering safety advice, first aid, and emergency response in Somerset.

Free parking launches at Brean and Berrow beaches to support Somerset businesses this summer season

The A4 Class Pacific No. 60007, known as 'Sir Nigel Gresley, is set to make a special appearance on the West Somerset Railway this July

Police have arrested six people and seized more than £52k worth of drugs, two knives and £72.5k in cash during a planned operation

Which? has shared that some mosquito repellents on the market only offer a few minutes of protection

A man who experienced housing instability during his teenage years has spoken about the positive impact a youth charity had on his journey to independence.

More than 6,000 motorists were slapped with licence points over one easy-to-miss vehicle issue, shocking stats have revealed today

TG Jones, formerly known as WH Smith, has 450 sites across the UK, but could face insolvency without a rescue deal

A report into maternity and neonatal care at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has revealed

Dr Richard Bowley has been struck off after submitting an insurance form, claiming he was unable to practice while he was continuing to work

Police are investigating after a customer entered a Burnham-on-Sea pub, ordered a glass of water and threw it at a member of staff

Police have issued a statement after Ring doorbell footage allegedly showed a Domino’s delivery driver appearing to reverse towards children in Cheddar