A 'one of a kind' specialist dog based across Somerset and Devon has been shortlisted for an award.

With autumn and winter just around the corner, it is that time of year when black mould becomes more and more of an issue.

The rare Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for more than 350 times its face value on eBay, and there are thousands more out there that could be worth a small fortune

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

Somerset duo begin 7,300-mile walk around mainland Britain for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, aiming for Guinness World Record and £10,000 charity goal.

18-year-old Jake Coombes joins Burnham-on-Sea RNLI, training alongside his father Jason. Father-son duo ready to save lives at sea after CEP course.

Burnham weather forecast: Light showers and sunny intervals expected September 16-20, with highs up to 22°C.

Twelve new neighbourhood officers join Avon and Somerset Police via Police Now’s National Graduate Programme, boosting diversity and community policing.

Thousands of Brits have backed calls for the DWP to reduce the State Pension age to 60, and to make it match a full time job at the Living Wage

JD Wetherspoon will be making two changes in UK pubs this week - introducing a new menu item and cutting the price of food and drink for a day.

Drivers warned that morning cup of tea or coffee could land them with £200 fine if they are fiyund

Discover community events in Burnham-on-Sea: acoustic jam sessions, Somerset Sight social group, dementia-friendly church service, and Friday Lunch Club.

Somerset residents are being urged to give their views on building a new reservoir to serve the county after the hottest summer on record.

South Western Railway have confirmed that more staff will be wearing body cameras after an increase in assaults and abuse.

Police are appealing to the public to help us identify a man in connection with a domestic burglary in Highbridge.

It's rodent season and garden experts have shared six tips to help keep rats away including keeping your garden and outbuildings clean.

Anyone who has purchased the recalled food products from Sainsbury's is being urged not to eat them.

Parents are being warned of illegal car seats that are still being sold 10 years after they were first recalled.

Whether it is garden fences, hedges, trees or other areas, you may be wondering what the rules are surrounding them. Experts have explained.

Homeowners have been urged not to open their bathroom window after a shower as it could do more harm than good by causing mould to form

Drivers are being urged to travel in the middle lane during heavy rain to lower the risk of serious accidents, but the rest of the time, don't hog it.

Robson Funeral Services opens new funeral home on Clare Street. Experienced team offers compassionate funeral arrangements and Golden Charter pre-paid plans.

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town councillors met with representatives from the police to address their “growing concerns” surrounding anti-social behaviour.

Somerset Council may have to "look long and hard" at making further cuts to local services if further central government support cannot be provided.

Berrow Village Hall hosted a “very successful” harvest supper last week, which raised £139 for charity with food, live entertainment, an auction and a raffle.

Are you due a tax rebate from HMRC? Here's how to find out, step by step, using your tax code, and how to apply for any rebate you are due today.

The Ritz Cinema Burnham-on-Sea film listings: see Downton Abbey, The Conjuring, The Roses, and family films, September 12-18.

Somerset Council has voted to push forward with a £20m contract to continue its transformation programme, despite concerns from numerous councillors.

For children with disabilities, playgrounds are often inaccessible, why are councils not making parks inclusive for all mandatory?

Avenue Tennis Club in Burnham-on-Sea restarts coaching with Tim Seymour, new parent and tots sessions, club tournaments, social events, and updated membership fees.

The Met Office has said delays on roads and railways are “likely” as it issued a yellow weather warning for wind in Somerset.

It’s based on my own life experience, discovering by chance that my blood pressure was worryingly high. I was in my mid-60s and thought I was pretty fit. But I was getting a lot of headaches.

Somerset Council will spend nearly £3.4m in the coming months on new homes to provide temporary accommodation for Somerset families.

The chief executive of Somerset Council and his most senior officers will all receive a backdated pay increase following councillors' approval.

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust have ranked in the top 20 of all the 134 Trusts in England.

A fresh petition to raise the HMRC income tax personal allowance threshold from £12,570 to £20,000 has started, due to 'ridiculous amounts of tax'

Drivers can pay “lower prices” at fuel stations across the UK by making an easy change - but it might not be for the reason they think

Officials have confirmed 29 people have been struck by the bacterial infection, which in most extreme cases can require hospitalisation.

Burnham weather forecast: September 9-13 to see sunny intervals, cloudy skies and light showers. Temperatures range from 20°C high to 11°C low.

Councillors in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge met to discuss travellers and unauthorised encampments in the area.

Your votes for the Bridgwater and Burnham Beauty Salon of the Year 2025 are in and counted, and we are delighted to announce that the winner is...

DSAA launches 2ndHeli Appeal to raise £1m for a second life-saving helicopter. Support its mission to save more lives in the South West.

Enjoy live theatre, Elvis tribute acts, the Singing Children of Kenya concert, and Burnham-on-Sea Makers Market this week.

A public consultation on proposals to introduce Sunday charges in Somerset Council car parks began on Monday (September 8).

A "scary" and "dangerous" coastal road in Somerset could soon be made much safer for pedestrians and cyclists as part of wider council plans.

Budding reporters once again have the chance to join Newsquest’s Young Reporter Scheme.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms covering large parts of Somerset this morning (September 7). 

Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.

Products sold at Lidl, Tesco, Iceland and other UK supermarkets have been recalled, alongside broccoli potentially contaminated with botulism

Doctors told Adam the tissue around the bite had died, and placed him on a strong course of antibiotics