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Bournemouth Echo

Sat, 24 May 2025 09:46:31 +0100
Co-op 'ram raided' during early hours of Saturday morning
Good Morning Everyone, We have received an information about police presence after suspected ram‑raid at Co‑op convenience store, Fairmile Road, Christchurch.

Sat, 24 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100
Man accused of arson appears in court after '£160k damage caused'
A man has appeared in court accused of a series of arson attacks after serious damage was caused to vehicles in less than an hour, a court heard.

Sat, 24 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100
In The Dock: Thief stole nearly £50 worth of chicken from Co-op
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Sat, 24 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100
Community centre café closure causes 'anger' among residents
Protestors gathered outside a Ferndown community centre say the town is ‘crumbing’ n response to the café’s planned closure at the end of the month.

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'The best part of the job is definitely the team': Hotel celebrates 10 years
A Bournemouth hotel is celebrating ten years since it first opened its doors.

Bridgwater Mercury

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Former FA WSL2 winner takes on new role at Bridgwater United Women's FC
Ellie Barton, who captained the team during her playing career, will take on the role after retiring from football.

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Free preview screening of new film Lollipop coming to Bridgwater
Independent cinema initiative Escapes will showcase the emotionally charged drama, Lollipop, in a free preview screening.

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater pub to celebrate 50th anniversary with free outdoor event
This year, the annual event will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Bridgwater pub, which has been in business since 1975.

Sat, 24 May 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Conservative MP blasts Somerset Council housing stances
MP Condemns Lib Dem, Labour and Reform Councillors Over Housing Pressure Rejection

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The Worst Motorway Services in the UK? I Went – and It's in Somerset
Which? has recently revealed a list of the worst motorway service stations in the UK, time to visit the worst one- and it's in Somerset.

Bridport News

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Cosy town pub said to be like 'a living room' for locals
A “cosy, welcoming and busy” pub with a long history in Beaminster is our Pub of the Week

Sat, 24 May 2025 01:18:00 +0100
Events this bank holiday weekend in west Dorset
There’s a lot going on in west Dorset and over the bank holiday, so we’ve put together a list of all the events you must try.

Sat, 24 May 2025 06:40:00 +0100
Five top beer gardens to visit this Bank Holiday weekend
Here are five of the top beer gardens to visit in west Dorset to enjoy a pint.

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
5 reasons to visit charming Dorset coastal village
Here are five reasons why you should visit the entrancing west Dorset coastal village of Abbotsbury

Sat, 24 May 2025 03:00:00 +0100
Transport action group to discuss summer bus and rail schedules
THE next meeting of the West Dorset Western Area Transport Action Group is taking place to discuss a range of issues. 

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
VE Day concert raises more than £1,000 for Somerset church
The sell-out event took place on Saturday, May 10.

Fri, 23 May 2025 12:05:12 +0100
Severe delays reported on M5 between Taunton and Bridgwater after crash
Severe delays of 20 minutes have been reported on M5 Northbound between Junctions 25 (Taunton) and 24 (Bridgwater South) following a crash near Bridgwater.

Fri, 23 May 2025 11:54:00 +0100
AA warns of heavy congestion on M5 as it issues amber traffic warning
The M5 has been named as a “hotspot” by AA as it issued an amber traffic warning for the bank holiday weekend.  

Fri, 23 May 2025 11:22:34 +0100
Not enough being done for regional fire safety, inspectorate says
 

Fri, 23 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Stunning pictures of spring wildlife in the sunshine thanks to camera club snappers
This week, the members of Somerset Camera Club have been taking photos of showing off the vintage side of Somerset.

Chard and Ilminster News

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Ilminster charity appeals for home-based carers for vulnerable people
Shared Lives South West is making this appeal during Shared Lives Week, which runs nationally from Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27.

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset care workers invited to Buckingham Palace garden party
Sarah Broom, manager of Care South at Home for Somerset and west Dorset, and specialist home care assistant Alison Hunt attended the event.

Sat, 24 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100
'You were on the edge': Man who pulled out knife after 'misunderstanding' avoids jail
A MAN who pulled out a knife after a misunderstanding in Stoke-sub-Hamdon, was handed a suspended sentence and 250 hours of unpaid work.

Fri, 23 May 2025 12:27:27 +0100
Delays reported on the A303 near Ilminster
Traffic delays and queuing vehicles have been reported on the A303 leading up to the Ilminster Bypass.

Fri, 23 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset waste collections to be rescheduled next week for Bank Holiday
Instead, every collection day will be moved back by one day, with collections normally scheduled for Friday collections taking place on Saturday, May 31.

Western Daily Press

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:10:00 +0000
Inside Kaleb Cooper's life from childhood admission to feeling 'useless'
As a new series of Clarkson's Farm kicks off, we're taking a look into the life of Prime Video star Kaleb Cooper, who has become a firm fan-favourite on the show.

Sat, 24 May 2025 04:59:00 +0000
Keynsham residents get say in major town centre transformation
A major consultation is underway as locals help redesign Keynsham’s town centre with greener streets, new spaces and more cultural events

Sat, 24 May 2025 04:37:00 +0000
The Salt Path shines spotlight on Exmoor’s cinematic charm and visitor appeal
The Salt Path film preview celebrates the region’s breathtaking scenery

Sat, 24 May 2025 04:26:00 +0000
'Secret' beach you can even drive on with pub that has 'best fish and chips
The beach is not one of the sandy variety, the pebble beach and clear water is just beautiful - and there is a pub right on the sea with great seafood

Sat, 24 May 2025 04:23:00 +0000
Somerset Campsite named the UK's best
The Camping and Caravanning Club has announced the best Certificated Site (CS) for 2024 - and it's located in the heart of the Somerset countryside, with one very special feature

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