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Bournemouth Echo

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:10:00 +0000
"Joy" as popular seafront venue to stay - casting extra doubt on council alternative
Popular seafront bar and restaurant SOBO Beach will remain in place until at least October 2026.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000
'The kill-joy council won’t even fund a Christmas tree'
Kinson residents ‘disgusted’ by the lack of Christmas lights this year.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000
BCP receives £7 million boost to fill pot holes and repair roads
ROADS in the BCP area will benefit from a £7 million investment.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Cheapest petrol stations in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this Christmas
As we prepare to go and see loved ones this Christmas break, many of us will be thinking about travelling across either across Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole or the country in our cars.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:10:00 +0000
Rescheduled roadworks has been delayed second time, council says
Roadworks to improve a junction at Upton Country Park have been delayed once again.

Bridgwater Mercury

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Free digital skills courses to be held in Bridgwater
The courses, designed to help people gain confidence in using digital technology, are scheduled for January and February.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:40:22 +0000
Bridgwater MP urges pause to ‘devastating’ 6-month roadworks
BRIDGWATER’S MP, Sir Ashley Fox, has expressed his opposition to Somerset Council’s decision to impose a six-month full road closure of Eastover.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:20:00 +0000
Cosy country cottage in Chilton Trinity believed to date back more than 500 years
This attractive, two-double-bedroom country cottage occupies a tranquil setting in the small hamlet of Chilton Trinity

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +0000
Buildings and structures in rural Somerset captured in photographs
This week, the members of Somerset/Devon Camera Club have been taking photos of bird and other wildlife in wintery conditions.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:52:29 +0000
West Country accent named in the top 10 list of sexiest UK accents
The West Country accent has been recognised in a top 10 list of the sexiest accents across the UK.

Bridport News

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:42:38 +0000
Reported road rage incident between motorist and three horse riders
A motorist will be interviewed by police following a reported road rage incident with three horse riders

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Campaigners publish report on river's health
Campaigners have published a report on the health of the River Lim in west Dorset, outlining what can be done to tackle the amounts of human sewage in the water

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:01:00 +0000
Swimmers prepare to plunge into chilly West Bay waters
Brave swimmers are preparing to plunge into the chilly waters of West Bay as a festive Boxing Day tradition returns

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Law firm supports centre providing mental health support
The local branch of a south sest law firm has donated funds to a charity supporting young people in Bridport

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Students raise more than £1k for good causes with 'RAG' week
Students have raised more than £1k for good causes with a week of fundraising, including with an escape room and bake-off

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:52:29 +0000
West Country accent named in the top 10 list of sexiest UK accents
The West Country accent has been recognised in a top 10 list of the sexiest accents across the UK.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Pothole alert: Government to invest record amount to help repair southwest roads
Somerset and Devon roads have been handed a huge boost thanks to a record £300 million investment to fill potholes and repair roads.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Taunton woman showcases Hinkley Point C achievements in 2024
A HINKLEY Point C worker from Taunton has featured in a promotional video showcasing the achievements in 2024 at the nuclear power site.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:33:35 +0000
Dog saved after Bridgwater bungalow catches fire
A dog was rescued after a house caught fire in Bridgwater today (December 19).

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:58:56 +0000
Woman in her 80s arrested after man’s body found in car park
The two suspects, from Avon and Somerset, were arrested on suspicion of murder, concealing a death, and preventing a lawful burial.

Chard and Ilminster News

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:55:00 +0000
Centrally located period cottage on the south side of Chard’s High Street
This period cottage sits in a quiet, tucked away spot on the south side of Chard’s High Street and is within easy walking distance of the town centre.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +0000
Buildings and structures in rural Somerset captured in photographs
This week, the members of Somerset/Devon Camera Club have been taking photos of bird and other wildlife in wintery conditions.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000
Controversy grows around Muhammad Ali boxing glove
The auction of the boxing glove worn by Cassius Clay in his 1964 fight at Wembley has been cancelled.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:04:00 +0000
'Huge fall' in frequent users of Somerset’s A&Es due to new service
The most frequent attendees of Somerset’s emergency departments are getting additional help to find services that can better meet their needs - resulting in a 58% drop in their A&E visits.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:52:29 +0000
West Country accent named in the top 10 list of sexiest UK accents
The West Country accent has been recognised in a top 10 list of the sexiest accents across the UK.

Western Daily Press

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000
Cruel paedophile groomed vulnerable girl for months
He acted as if they were in a relationship for more than six months

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000
Driver caught doing shocking speed of 81mph in town centre
Speeds of up to 81 mph have been recorded on new speed indicator devices installed on roadsides in Bridgwater

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:59:00 +0000
South West school helping young athletes chase football dreams
Young athletes are balancing football dreams with academic excellence for a winning future

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:56:00 +0000
Street Repair Café saves nearly 300 items and reduces local waste
With 300 broken items fixed this year, Street’s Repair Café proves that repair is better than replace—and locals are loving it

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:54:00 +0000
'Serious concerns' for schoolkids' safety over major homes plan
'I believe that we don’t want new developments to be at the expense of local road safety and people’s lives.'

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