UK South West England

Bournemouth Echo

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
'They are trying to destroy small businesses' - Traders hit out at road changes
TRADERS have hit out at recent road markings changes, saying the council 'are trying to destroy small businesses'.

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Significant road closure expected to last nine weeks from today
Gas main replacement work is set to cause major disruption on Poole Road from Monday.

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Grade II-listed home on market with guide price of £1.2m
A Grade II-listed home believed to have been built in the 17th century is up for sale.

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:25:00 +0100
Council 'looking forward to welcoming European fans' as it congratulates Cherries
BCP Council congratulated the Cherries as the club achieved European football for the first time and qualified for the Europa League at the weekend.

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:35:00 +0100
Blast from the past of Scouting in Dorset
Since the early 1900s, the Scout movement has shaped the lives of countless young adventurers across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

Bridgwater Mercury

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater Arts Centre announces upcoming events programme for summer
Discover Bridgwater Arts Centre’s summer 2026 programme, featuring live music, theatre, comedy, workshops, and family events. Book tickets online or call now.

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Bridgwater and Burnham: May 26-June 1, 2026
Discover upcoming events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including yoga, Friday Lunch Club, Somerstage's ShowTime at the McMillan Theatre, and Jim Cregan live.

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:12:22 +0100
Camera club members make the most of bank holiday sunshine
Gallery of pictures taken by members of Somerset Camera Club

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater MP calls for tougher action on unauthorised traveller camps
Sir Ashley Fox MP calls for tougher action on unauthorised traveller encampments, urging stronger council and police powers to protect Burnham-on-Sea.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:14:00 +0100
Tributes paid to Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter described as 'an inspiration'
Tributes have been paid to a Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter, described as ‘an inspiration’ and ‘the best of local radio’.

Bridport News

Mon, 25 May 2026 02:11:00 +0100
Fears long-running road works will "cause traffic chaos" during fair
Residents fear that long-running road works following a landslide could throw one of west Dorset’s biggest days into chaos, with no guarantee that temporary lights will be gone in time for the return of a fair

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The hidden meanings behind Dorset place names you see every day
Here are the hidden and surprising meanings of many Dorset place names you are familiar with

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Town centre eyesore should house locals, urges Dorset reader
A Dorset reader says the old Three Cups Hotel in Lyme Regis should be sold or compulsorily purchased and turned into housing for local people.

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:53:36 +0100
UK to see hottest May day ever today with 'unprecedented' 35C temperatures forecast
The UK is expected to see its hottest bank holiday on record with “historic” temperatures of 34C predicted in parts of the country.

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
NHS scanning trucks in supermarket car parks spot 10,000 hidden lung cancer cases
10,000 people in England have been diagnosed with lung cancer through the NHS mobile scanning scheme.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: May 26-June 1, 2026
Discover upcoming events in Burnham and Bridgwater, including yoga, Friday Lunch Club, Somerstage's ShowTime at the McMillan Theatre, and Jim Cregan live.

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:12:22 +0100
Camera club members make the most of bank holiday sunshine
Gallery of pictures taken by members of Somerset Camera Club

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset MP calls for tougher action on unauthorised traveller camps
Sir Ashley Fox MP calls for tougher action on unauthorised traveller encampments, urging stronger council and police powers to protect Burnham-on-Sea.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:14:00 +0100
Tributes paid to Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter described as 'an inspiration'
Tributes have been paid to a Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter, described as ‘an inspiration’ and ‘the best of local radio’.

Sat, 23 May 2026 10:13:35 +0100
RECAP - Delays reported on the M5 southbound in Somerset
Bank holiday weekend traffic delays have been reported on the M5 southbound in Somerset between Portishead (J19) and Taunton (J25).

Chard and Ilminster News

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:12:22 +0100
Camera club members make the most of bank holiday sunshine
Gallery of pictures taken by members of Somerset Camera Club

Sun, 24 May 2026 14:10:00 +0100
New shop opens in Chard town centre offering space for connection and wellness
A new shop has opened its doors in Chard town centre, seeking to become a new hub for the community, spirituality, and wellness where people can connect.

Sun, 24 May 2026 11:20:00 +0100
Headteacher and former student of Somerset school to step down after nine years
A Somerset headteacher is stepping down after nine years to take on a new regional leadership role.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:54:00 +0100
Chard man recounts 'magical' memories at Buckingham Palace garden party
A Chard man was invited to attend a garden party at Buckingham Palace this month after running Chard Carers Support Group for the last 20 years.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:14:00 +0100
Tributes paid to Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter described as 'an inspiration'
Tributes have been paid to a Somerset and Bristol BBC presenter, described as ‘an inspiration’ and ‘the best of local radio’.

Western Daily Press

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:02:35 +0000
Motorcylist left with life-threatening injuries after A303 crash
Police appealing for witnesses after serious crash

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:20:51 +0000
Lando Norris retires as Kimi Antonelli wins once again at Canadian GP
Having made the wrong call on tyres, it was a miserable afternoon for McLaren

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
More student accommodation planned for Bath
The new accommodation would be built on Locksbrook Road

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Closed Bridgwater pub could become convenience store
It's been closed for six months

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Minehead MP presses government to fund reopening of coastal road
Minehead's MP has pressed the government to provide funding to reopen a key coastal road during a parliamentary debate on economic growth.

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