Somerset Council’s Celebrating Care and Achievement event in Taunton honoured 570 looked-after and care-experienced children for their resilience and progress.

Pub and restaurant brand Beefeater has issued an 'important message' as all of its restaurants are set to close in the UK

Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.

HMRC is urging working parents to check if they qualify for Tax-Free Childcare, with eligible families able to claim up to £2,000 per child

Discover top events in Bridgwater & Burnham-on-Sea this week, including dancing at the Ritz, LDN Wrestling, RuMac live, and McFly’d tribute at The Cobblestones.

Met Office forecasts consistent weather for Burnham-on-Sea: sunny intervals, light showers, highs of 20–26°C, gusty winds, and high UV levels this week.

Shaw Trust is ending its "innovative" partnership with Somerset Council after Ofsted reports criticised failures in care

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

Somerset Council officers have been reprimanded for accepting dinner from Newton Europe, which is aiding with the council's transformation programme

Over 600 jobs are set to be cut as a UK high street chain closes 130 shops for good

Failing to notify the DVLA of this change can result not only in a hefty fine

The No. 1 Binman on TikTok has revealed how to safely dispose of a BBQ without melting your bin or causing a fire.

Waitrose extended its rapid delivery hours at 35 stores nationwide following a successful trial during the FIFA World Cup.

Planning permission for 30 houses in Wedmore was granted in July 2024 - and funding is now in place to deliver affordable homes for local people

Vehicle has been left destroyed after it caught fire following a crash on the M5 between Wellington and Tiverton

There are huge delays on the M5 Motorway following an incident in Somerset today (August 3).

There are 'severe delays' and traffic building on the M5 between Wellington and Devon amid an incident which has seen all lanes stopped today (August 3).

Members of the Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of things that make them smile or laugh.

New limit is being imposed on fridge and freezer recycling in Somerset, the council have confirmed

Somerset Council has voted for a second time to delay a decision on plans for new homes south of the A371 on the edge of the Mendip Hills

A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his life through education.

Beatrix Potter coins are a collection of commemorative 50p pieces issued by The Royal Mint to celebrate Beatrix Potter’s tales.

The coupon can be used at Tesco petrol stations across the UK on petrol or diesel, and the offer is valid until Sunday, August 23.

Eleven Somerset pubs have been named among the UK's best in The Telegraph's 2026 pub guide

Somerset residents have been granted an extra two weeks to give their views on the new Local Plan, which allocates new housing up to 2045

Brits are being warned about a parasite that has come to the UK following the return of holidaymakers from destinations such as Mexico

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 celebrated local employers, educators, and young people for excellence in careers education and employability across Somerset.

Enjoy The Amy Experience, an acclaimed Amy Winehouse tribute act, live at Burnham-on-Sea’s Princess Theatre on 10 October. Tickets £26.

Modern conveniences make life easier but reduce daily physical activity, raising UK obesity and health risks. Simple lifestyle changes boost fitness.

NSL will continue to provide Somerset Council with parking enforcement services - but the cost will be going up

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures which showed the industry of the county.

Major works are set to begin as part of a new scheme which will see the M5 closed in Somerset

Somerset teenagers heading to university are being urged to book a "life-saving vaccine" at local high street pharmacies before they leave home

Millions more pensioners are paying income tax after frozen thresholds pushed HMRC's take to £29.8bn, while pension tax relief climbed above £60bn.

Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble

Somerset Council celebrates digital interns’ achievements, supporting young people with autism and SEN into tech careers via the Digital Futures Project.

Somerset couple urge others to foster as over 650 local children need care. Learn about fostering with Somerset Council and upcoming info sessions.

Students in the South West heading to university can now book the Meningitis B vaccine at local pharmacies. Appointments available now.

Delays remain along the M5 northbound in Somerset following an earlier crash between Bridgwater and Taunton.

Somerset Council will not be taking forward plans to signalise the Shute Shelve crossing near Axbridge as part of wider improvements to the A38

Taunton and Wellington MP Gideon Amos was among senior Somerset officials who fielded questions from local residents at a recent housing summit

You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about ADHD that affects your ability to drive safely.

With the long summer holidays now stretching on, many parents are facing the annual juggling act of balancing work with childcare.

Burnham-on-Sea Comedy Club returns this autumn at The Princess Theatre with Mark Steel live on 26 September 2024. Tickets £21.50. Over 18s only.

Somerset residents can view a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026. Find out UK timings, safe viewing tips, and how to enjoy this rare astronomical event.

Cambridge Touring Theatre brings interactive The Sword in the Stone to The Walled Gardens of Cannington near Bridgwater, with 15 per cent off tickets.

RNLI lifeguards warn swimmers of cold water shock and strong tides amid hot weather

The M5 northbound at J19 A369 Martcombe Road is partially blocked, and huge traffic delays have been reported due to an obstruction.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service say July has been its busiest month for emergency calls in a decade, attending over 750 fires so far

Man was taken to hospital after a lorry collided with the central reservation of the M5 between Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon