Her red, white and blue funnels towered above the docks, hiding military secrets from the stevedores and tug crews who worked on her.

He decapitated the mother of his former girlfriend and plunged a knife into her. He then murdered a stranger and a German student.

Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East, has backed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s proposals to overhaul adult social care in England.

A 15-year plan with proposals to move a railway station, introduce trams and expand the cycling network is continuing “anti-motorist biased agenda.”

Aston Service Dorset Ltd is a world-renowned, family-run automotive specialist that holds a highly unique place in British motoring history

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.

Bridgwater’s Layla Richards-Saad, 12, wins Somerset heat to reach South West Junior Chef of the Year 2026 final at Exeter College.

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

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

Firefighters from across Somerset have been in attendance at a large wildfire that broke out in Axbridge

A woman has been charged in connection to an incident in Bridport where a woman had a corrosive substance thrown in her face

An owner of a café in West Dorset has said communities can’t afford to lose a day’s wages after falling victim to a suspected fraud incident

A personal donation from PJ Harvey has given fresh momentum to a campaign to save the much-loved Lyric Theatre in Bridport.

The Foreign Office has issued travel advice for Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Greece amid wildfire risks

An ex-Dorset police officer found guilty of gross misconduct for pursuing an intimate relationship with a domestic abuse victim he met whilst on duty had his sentence increased after the Attorney General intervened.

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

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

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.

Countryside property with 'potential in abundance' has sold after a competitive auction

Somerset motorists have expressed frustration over essential roadworks they say are causing "unnecessary" traffic jams

The Highway Code’s Rule 94 advises against using tinted glasses, lenses, or visors at night or in poor visibility if they limit how well you can see.

In a notice published in the Gazette on July 26, it was confirmed the business had gone into liquidation

The Somerset athlete burst into tears after winning the silver medal in the women’s 3000m steeplechase with a personal best of 9:05.45.

Noah Connell, 9, uses a wheelchair but was inspired to take his first steps after meeting his Spider-Man hero – and has now attended the star-studded London film premiere

Six fire stations are in attendance

If it's good enough for Hollywood, its good enough for us - the Somerset town has plenty to offer to your everyday folk who are looking to shop and eat their way around a new destination

The development has been rejected over concerns it would cause "substantial harm" to the landscape