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Bournemouth Echo
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100Man strangled woman and pushed her down stairs in violent assault
A man strangled a woman and pushed her down the stairs in a violent assault in Poole.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100Residents urged to 'Buy Dorset and Back Britain' following Donald Trump tariffs
The Liberal Democrats estimate that Trump's tariffs could cut up to 1 per cent from GDP, pushing many British businesses to breaking point.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bournemouth Writing Festival to host nude writing session
"Agatha Christie was said to be a huge fan, whilst Ernest Hemingway not only stripped, but also stood up naked to write."
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100In The Dock: Meat thief among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100Nursery evacuated after nearby fire spread to children’s play area
A NURSERY was evacuated to a nearby church after a fire in an alleyway spread to the children’s play area.
Bridgwater Mercury
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100The best Easter-themed events across Somerset
With Easter arriving later this year, there will be more daylight hours to enjoy the county’s natural beauty and attractions.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Super uncle' runs 860 miles in 20 days for Bridgwater charity
Thomas Hine completed a gruelling 20-day charity challenge, running 860 miles from John O'Groats, Scotland to Land's End, Cornwall.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:23:00 +0100A detached chalet-style bungalow on a five-acre plot near Westonzoyland
This detached chalet-style bungalow is situated on a generous five-acre plot in a quiet, private location between Westonzoyland and Bridgwater.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100Bridgwater man avoids jail after being found with over £10k worth of cocaine
A MAN from Bridgwater has avoided jail after being found with more than £10,000 worth of cocaine.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Road in Wembdon set to close for three days in April
Greenacre will be shut from outside 20 Greenacre to outside 26 Greenacre, a distance of 23 metres.
Bridport News
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 01:32:00 +0100Pub to reopen under new management with jobs boost
A new chapter is about to begin for a west Dorset pub as it prepares to open its doors under new management
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 02:43:00 +0100Concerns raised over shoplifting after garden centre thefts
Bridport's business leaders say shoplifting remains a concern for local traders following the theft of £600 worth of goods from Groves Nursery
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 02:12:00 +0100Frustration over potholes as recently-repaired road 'disintegrates'
A community has expressed their frustration about potholes saying that a road has 'disintegrated' despite recent works
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:37:45 +0100Small bonfire gets out of hand as greenhouse destroyed
Mobilised to a small fire in the open Salwayash.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Public footpath to be closed for water recycling centre works
A Dorset footpath is to be temporarily closed while works are done to a water recycling centre
Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100Gallery: Enjoying the sights of Burnham as the weather warms up
With temperatures nudging and going over the 20 degree mark over the weekend, it could be nice to wend your way down to the beach and enjoy the balmy weather.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Film showings at Burnham-on-Sea's Ritz Cinema, April 4-10
The Ritz Cinema Burnham-on-Sea will showcase a variety of films from Friday, April 4 to Thursday, April 10.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Somerset Easter 2025: Best egg hunts and activities across the county
With Easter arriving later this year, there will be more daylight hours to enjoy the county’s natural beauty and attractions.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:58:54 +0100What is the HMRC Personal Tax Allowance, and how much is it each year?
The standard Personal Allowance is £12,570, which is the amount of income you do not have to pay tax on.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:56:30 +0100Is it illegal to pick flowers in the UK? Law expert issues warning
Flower picking is covered under two acts of legislation: Under s4(3) of the Theft Act 1968; and The Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981
Chard and Ilminster News
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100The best Easter events in Somerset from egg hunts to theme parks
With Easter arriving later this year, there will be more daylight hours to enjoy the county’s natural beauty and attractions.
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 08:47:00 +0100Superbly presented detached country house set in around half an acre
This superbly-presented detached country house occupies grounds of around half an acre in an elevated position on the southern edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Chard VE Day 80 event to be held at the Guildhall
Chard Town Council has announced the VE Day 80 event will now be held at the Guildhall.
Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100Sequel published to Somerset author's popular time-travel adventure novel
A Somerset author has released a sequel to her popular time-travel adventure novel.
Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:35:00 +0100'The meaty part of the works': Yeovil mall demolition works well underway
Structural demolition works of the buildings have started on Glovers Walk Yeovil and are expected to be fully completed by summer 2025.
Western Daily Press
Sat, 5 Apr 2025 08:15:26 +0000Max Verstappen leaves Lando Norris behind to claim Japanese Grand Prix pole position
Max Verstappen produced an incredible lap to stun McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri and claim a shock pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix.
Sat, 5 Apr 2025 08:12:31 +0000Somerset CCC take control after Kasey Aldridge five-for
Somerset all-rounder Kasey Aldridge claimed five wickets in a dramatic Worcestershire batting collapse on the opening day of the Rothesay County Championship Division One match at Taunton.
Sat, 5 Apr 2025 07:47:11 +0000Somerset firefighters tackle blazing building
Three fire crews tackled the blaze
Sat, 5 Apr 2025 07:16:25 +0000Grand National: Pick your horse for most iconic race
The gadget ranks each horse on its form, its handicap, its jockey’s record, and its odds.
Sat, 5 Apr 2025 05:19:55 +0000Drink-driver was three times limit when he caused fatal crash in Keynsham
The crash resulted in a head-on collision