AN MP has criticised the decision to close Minehead's Minor Injury Unit overnight, claiming the real reason for the closure was 'to save money'.

Get tickets to the iconic festival and see Paul McCartney, Kendrick Lamar and more.

A SOMERSET detective with 25 years’ "exemplary" service has been sacked after sending obscene and abusive text messages to two sexual assault victims. 

This summer will see the festival return after a three year break.

THE family of a woman who died in a collision in Highbridge have issued a tribute to her.

AN attacker who assaulted three emergency workers has been jailed for more than three months.

BRIDGWATER MP Ian Liddell-Grainger believes Russian leader Vladimir Putin is "paying a painfully high economic price" following his invasion of Ukraine.

RESIDENTS in Fiddington are "delighted" following the completion of a new playground at the village hall.

A SOMERSET postman has published his fifth book in 18 months.

THIRTY native apple trees have been planted in the Diamond Jubilee Field at Apex Park, Highbridge. They were planted by Val Morely, Friends of Apex Park volunteer, and Lizzie Bull, Sedgemoor’s Parks Assistant, in readiness for the Queen’s Plati...

TODAY (March 3) the Somerset Levels and Moors Shed (SLaMS) joins the UK Men’s Sheds Association as it launches the Charter for Wellbeing in Craft and DIY.

BAGS more recycling is being collected across Sedgemoor and West Somerset following the start of Recycle More.

A SNAPCHAT predator has been jailed for blackmailing seven young girls into sending him sexual images while using a string of false identities.

Here's a round-up of some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Thursday, March 3.

Aldi's Hanging Egg Chair is back in stock today, but be quick as it is expected to sell out!

EXPERIENCED community minister Marie Trubic will be working within the communities in the district.

POLICE have issued a CCTV image of a man they believe may have witnessed a robbery in Bridgwater.

A YOUNG man who tragically died following a road traffic incident is being remembered as a fun-loving person who would help anyone.

THREE men from Somerset have been fined hundreds of pounds after being proved guilty of travelling on Great Western Railway services without paying a fare.

A DECISION has been made to close the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) in Minehead overnight.

A MUM will be completely shaving her head to raise money for new school playground equipment and a charity.

POLICE in Avon and Somerset have issued an image of a wanted man.

HELLO, my name is Dave Stokes and I am the Publicity Director for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival. It’s great to be working in partnership with the Bridgwater Mercury again, and every two weeks a member of the carnival’s publicity team will be pro...

M&S has slashed its prices across its products from women's clothes to homeware. Shop the best deals here.

The Fragrance Shop has launched a sale but you'll need to be quick.

A NEW weekend market is coming to Bridgwater this month.

THREE generations of the same family have been connected to livestock markets in Taunton and North Petherton.

THE number of Somerset 11-year-olds starting at the preferred secondary school in September has hit a record level.

A HIP-HOP act will perform in Taunton​ at the Creative Innovation Centre this Friday (March 4).

TWO men were arrested following a bust up in a supermarket car park.

A BRIDGWATER woman has described her successful Slimming World journey.

DESPITE the aftermath of the storms 52 of the Ladies Section at Enmore Park Golf Club were able to get out and enjoy an eight hole team multiplier competition on Wednesday.

Here are the top 10 PlayStation 5 games in 2022 and where you can purchase a PS5.

A TEENAGER who failed to be "of good behaviour" at appointments arranged as part of a community order has been fined £200 at Taunton Magistrates' Court.

AN American motorist has been stopped by Avon and Somerset Police's roads policing unit for driving without insurance.

A LOCAL farmer helped out as firefighters from Taunton rescued a large horse stuck in a water-filled ditch.

RESIDENTS of a seaside town in Somerset could soon find a "mini-Glastonbury" on their doorstep if a local holiday park gets its entertainment licence changed.

THE cost of living crisis is forcing local families to shift their priorities, giving up luxuries to help afford the necessities said a Bridgwater mum.

The Perfume Shop has some personalised services to make the gift for your loved one extra special.

Lidl has relaunched its Cast Iron Collection.

PLANS for 167 new homes on the edge of Highbridge have been given the green light.

THE Somerset Rugby Referees Society issued a message on social media this weekend discussing the difficulties faced by local referees.

FOR many of us, the Severn Estuary and Bristol Channel provide a valuable source of inspiration and enjoyment - from walking along our coast paths, spending time on our beaches, watching wildlife or partaking in recreational activities such as sailin...

A SERIES of protests took place yesterday (February 26) up and down the country to fight against the Health and Care Bill.

BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between February 10 and February 16 2022.

ONE hundred hand-crafted shopping bags were donated to a community shop yesterday morning (February 26).

IF you have been putting off making a Will - here's your chance.

REVISED proposals have been put forward for a new housing development dubbed “one of the worst” in Somerset.

FIRE crews rescued a horse from a water-filled ditch earlier today (February 26).

SINGER Olly Murs has said he is “gutted” to be cancelling his upcoming summer tour after undergoing “major knee surgery” this week.