POLICE in Somerset arrested two people suspected of preparing to commit thefts - following a tip off from officers in Sussex.

THREE people have been found guilty at Taunton Magistrates' Courts of failing to give information relating to the identity of a person driving a vehicle believed to have been guilty of committing a motoring offence.

DOZENS of new homes could soon be built near a Somerset rugby club after more detailed plans were put forward.

The “aisle of dreams” in Aldi and Lidl is popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing - find out what's on from February 10.

FOUR hall committees have approached Sedgemoor District Council (SDC) for further assistance to keep them open for their communities to use.

THE Old Folks Show is set to return to Bridgwater Town Hall after two years away between Thursday, March 24 and Saturday, March 26

A BRIDGWATER girl aged just 16 has admitted sending a video of a male being assaulted by numerous youths.

BRIDGWATER & Taunton College's Trampolining team has qualified for the Schools & Colleges National finals, with two members also gaining silver and bronze as individuals.

SEDGEMOOR District Council is asking residents to fall back in love with their bikes and take part in Wheelie Wedmore. ​The event is taking place on Sunday, February 13 between 11am and 3pm at the Borough, Wedmore.

CUTTING out calls and endlessly buffering could be a thing of the past as more next generation phone masts are set to be bolted on to streetlights in Somerset.

SOMERSET will see some improvements through the government’s levelling up agenda – but it’s unclear how much more money will be provided.

National Pizza Day is celebrated on February 9 every year in the UK

Groupon's tickets deal at Odeon is staying available until the beginning of March

Get your closet Disney mad a gift this Valentine's day with exclusive new loved-themed products.

THE RSPCA has issued a rehoming appeal for an unwanted dog that has spent 500 days in kennelsThe animal charity hopes to find an animal lover desperate to find his special someone.Buddy is the longest stay dog at RSPCA Brent Knoll Animal Centre after...

A TRAIN travelling at 95mph in Somerset had a near miss with two track workers before striking part of a tree.

POLICE investigating a road traffic collision are appealing for the driver of a "sporty" Mercedes to assist their enquiry.

ON Saturday, February 5, thirty participants from around Sedgemoor took part in a Clashmob at CornHill in Bridgwater.

The Queen is celebrating her Platinum Jubilee in 2022, here are some of her most expensive jewellery looks and how you can recreate them.

Kate Garraway, Rose Ayling-Ellis and Frankie Bridge are supporting this year's Comic Relief effort with T-shirts from TK Maxx.

THE annual business costs of Somerset’s MPs for the 2020-21 financial year have been revealed by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA).

A SOMERSET County Council's bus service that supports residents who do not have access to a car or public transport has expanded its reach.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a boy was threatened by a gang of teenagers with knives in Bridgwater.

A MAN from Bridgwater has collected more than 15,000 aluminum cans to raise funds for several charities.

FEWER drug seizures were carried out by Avon and Somerset police during the first year of the pandemic, despite a significant increase in drug hauls nationally.

GOVERNMENT figures reported five Covid-19 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test between January 31 and 6 February in the Sedgemoor District.

A SHOPLIFTER must pay £199 after admitting stealing meat valued at £126.35 from Sainsbury's in Bridgwater.

SPARK Somerset visited key businesses and community organisations in Bridgwater last week to encourage residents to have their Covid-19 vaccinations.

OVER the last few weeks primary drainage works has been undertaken on the course that has gone very well despite extreme downpours during the process.

A MAJOR roadworks scheme set to last more than three months starts in Somerset today (Monday, January 7).

Show your pets some extra love this Valentine’s Day by choosing a treat from the Pets at Home Valentine’s Day gift guide.

With Half Term on the horizon, we're all overdue for a relaxing staycation away from the bustle of everyday life. Here's how to book one.

A PERSON was trapped inside a vehicle after two-vehicle crash this afternoon (February 6).

A CASUALTY was rescued after a single vehicle collision near Minehead earlier today (February 6).

HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between January 20 and January 26 2022.

TODAY (February 6) The Queen will formally start celebrating her Platinum Jubilee - the seventieth anniversary of her accession to the throne.

Whether it’s Aldi’s Specialbuys or Lidl’s Middle of Lidl, the latest offers are always worth checking out

A CASUALTY was taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash last night (February 4).

RECYCLE More’s Bright Blue Bags will start arriving on doorsteps in Sedgemoor and West Somerset from Monday (February 7).

A THREE-BED detached property situated in 14 acres is on the market for £1.2million.

There's a method involving an EE Smart Plan that can help you get Apple Music for free

POLICE have published images of a van they pulled over in Bridgwater yesterday (Thursday, February 3) - and it's easy to see why.

A MUM is raising awareness for a rare genetic condition affecting her five-year-old daughter to make sure the needed £120,000 are raised every year “to keep the research going”.

POLICE in Sedgemoor have carried out three raids this week as part of their aim to shut down cannabis growing operations.

BRIDGWATER United Women return to National League action this Sunday, February 6, as they take on Gillingham at home.

POLICE are asking the public to check outbuildings and caravans amid growing concerns for the welfare of a Somerset man missing for more than a week.

POLICE are investigating an incident in which a woman was touched inappropriately in a bar in a Somerset town.

A MOTORHOME was destroyed in a fire on a farm in the Burnham-on-Sea area.

A GROUP of friends are aiming to run one million metres this month to raise money for two mental health charities.