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Sun, 03 Apr 2022 09:37:44 +0100
Students at King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge come out top in cookery competition
TWO young cookery students from Somerset have come out top in a competition.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 09:06:39 +0100
Road closures as Taunton Marathon returns today
TODAY (April 3) the 38th Taunton Marathon and Half Marathon returns.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 09:43:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What’s in the middle aisles from Sunday April 3
The “aisle of dreams” in Aldi and Lidl is popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening furniture and tools to clothing - find out what's on offer from April 3.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 17:27:01 +0100
Easter holiday dates and bank holidays for Somerset
To help you plan for the break, here are the Easter holiday dates, including bank holidays, in Somerset.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 11:47:33 +0100
Sedgemoor District Council issues council tax scam warning
WITH the news that government is giving £150 rebate to help with the cost of living, comes inevitable scammers.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 08:36:38 +0100
Hinkley Point B staff and apprentices from EDF meet Prime Minister Boris Johnson
STAFF from Hinkley Point B and apprentices from EDF took a trip to No.10 last month.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Councillors call on Government for better water quality in Somerset
SOMERSET councillors have called on the government to take action to stop “poo islands” forming in the county’s rivers, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications in Sedgemoor
BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between March 17 and March 23 2022.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 15:42:00 +0100
Aldi brings back its Le Creuset dupes in new spring colours
Run don’t walk to Aldi because the supermarket finally has its cast iron cookware back in stock.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:14:48 +0100
Walk out over 'working arrangements' concerns at Hinkley C
A NUMBER of workers at Hinkley Point C have gone on strike today (Friday, April 1).

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Walford Cross Machinery Sale returns
THE Walford Cross Machinery Sale skipped a year in 2020 and moved to an online format in 2021 due to Covid.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:55:00 +0100
Bridgwater man fined after pleading guilty to A303 speeding
A MAN from Bridgwater has been fined £533 after pleading guilty to speeding on the A303 near Sparkford.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Greenslade Taylor Hunt's online auction
AUCTIONEER Justin Lowe, of Greenslade Taylor Hunt, reported an excellent gathering at the firm’s latest auction held online and at The Batch Country House Hotel, Lympsham.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
New Somerset recycling site opening hours start on April 1
ALL of Somerset’s 16 recycling sites switch to their summer timetables from today (Friday, April 1).

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Persimmon Homes Severn Valley submit plans for 53 homes in Bridgwater
MORE than 50 new homes could soon be delivered on one of the last green spaces between a major Bridgwater employment site and the M5 motorway, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 03:00:00 +0100
Billionaire businessman unveils plans to fly to the Moon
A BILLIONAIRE businessman has unveiled exciting plans to launch a rocket to the Moon from his vast estate on the outskirts of Taunton.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:28:47 +0100
Get 2 Nintendo Switch games for £20 at Game including LEGO, Mario and Just Dance
Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:06:34 +0100
Polling cards for Somerset elections
POLLING cards for the election for the new Somerset Council, town, and parish councils on Thursday, May 5 are arriving on doormats across the county.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:38:46 +0100
Bridgwater Gateway 'ghetto' warning
A major new development near the M5 could create “a ghetto at the end of a cul-de-sac” without proper infrastructure, a Somerset councillor has warned.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:29:20 +0100
Motorist overtakes two unmarked police cars at 121mph on M5
A MOTORIST made two big mistakes driving up the M5 in Somerset overnight.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:00:03 +0100
Police appeal to trace Ricky Horsford aka Dean
POLICE are appealing to people in the Bridgwater and Highbridge areas to help trace a wanted man.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:32:21 +0100
Bridgwater scouts group open event
A BRIDGWATER scouts group will hold an open event on Saturday, April 9.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:40:03 +0100
Five youths detained in Bridgwater over driving report
POLICE detained five youths in Bridgwater last night (Wednesday, March 30) following a call concerning anti-social driving in the town.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest column from Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce general manager
CHANCELLOR Rishi Sunak gave his Spring Statement on Wednesday, March 23, and whilst not as in depth as a full Budget it did still contain plenty of information that will affect all businesses.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Plans put forward to open dental surgery in Bridgwater
A NEW dental surgery could soon open up in Bridgwater – at the same time that a former dental practice could be converted into more flats, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:01:51 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday March 31
Here's a roundup of some of the items in this week's middle aisles at Aldi and Lidl.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:17:00 +0100
Bridgerton series two: Pandora charms, necklaces and rings fit for a Duchess
Jewels aren't just for Duchesses, see the most affordable pieces to help bring some Bridgerton glamour into your day from Pandora.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:48:49 +0100
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service reveals risk plan
Minimising the risk of fires in homes, industrial units, hotels, guest houses and care homes will be among the priorities of the region’s fire service for the next five years.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:43:32 +0100
Misconduct hearing for PC F for misuse of force computers
AN Avon and Somerset police officer used a force computer to check on colleagues' and other people's records, it is claimed.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:41:18 +0100
Millions of pounds needed to repair substandard bridges in Somerset
MILLIONS of pounds must be spent to restore the backlog of substandard bridges in Somerset to a good condition, new figures show.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:22:37 +0100
Bridgwater couple on how they started Hippychick
BRIDGWATER couple Jeremy and Julia Minchin, owners of baby and toddler brand Hippychick, are the latest guests to share their behind-the-scenes story on the family business podcast It Runs In The Family.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:35:55 +0100
Somerset Wildlife Trust launches Honeygar Appeal for wilding project
SOMERSET Wildlife Trust has launched an appeal to raise £100,000 to reverse wildlife decline and reduce carbon emissions through a wilding project.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:26:42 +0100
New Covid guidance issued in England - when you should stay at home
As part of new the guidance people who have a cough or cold are to be urged to “stay home and avoid contact with other people”.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:02:02 +0100
Somerset County Cricket Club host jobs fair
THIS week Somerset County Cricket Club hosted the first ever jobs fair.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:54:00 +0100
Food and drink festival to help fund British Flag Carnival Club's return
A longstanding community group in Bridgwater has been hosting the locally loved Bridgwater Carnival for over 70 years.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Carnival Corner column from Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival's publicity director
WITH just over 31 weeks to Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival returns to our historic streets, preparations are beginning to take shape for the town’s biggest night of the year.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Ombudsman ruling after Somerset County Council refuses to let child start school in reception class
A SOMERSET parent suffered “injustice” and “distress” after the county council refused to let her daughter start school in reception class.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:28:00 +0100
First look at Cath Kidston's new Matilda collection
Cath Kidston now has a release date for its Matilda collection

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:55:03 +0100
Bridgwater man jailed for threat to disclose sex photos
A BRIDGWATER man has been jailed for eight months at Taunton Magistrates' Court.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:32:32 +0100
MP Ian Liddell-Grainger accuses council of spending £20m on new IT system
A SOMERSET MP has accused the county council of spending “ultimately about £20M” on a new IT system – just 12 months before it formally ceases to exist.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:43:21 +0100
TWR course helps hosts who welcome Ukrainian refugees
A CHARITY is launching a course to help all those who registered to help Ukrainian refugees by opening their homes.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:20:36 +0100
Grange Meadows homes development launches in Cannington
HOUSEBUILDER Crest Nicholson has launched its Grange Meadows development in Cannington.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:53:34 +0100
Residents’ concerns over Shearston energy storage facility plans
A GROUP of residents is opposing the installation of a battery energy storage facility near North Petherton.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:05:07 +0100
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival returns after pandemic
ONE of the best loved events in the Bridgwater calendar is back after a two-year pause caused by the pandemic.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:42:37 +0100
Line of Duty stars reveal secret on-set song at reunion event
LINE of Duty’s AC12 squad is well-known for its ability to make bent coppers sing – but the tables were turned at the first reunion of the cast since the show was put on hold.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:24:56 +0100
Bridgerton series two: Stradivarius releases stunning collection as Netflix show returns
Are you feeling a little Whistle-down now that you've binge-watched series two of Bridgerton? Let Stradivarius cheer you up.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:47:00 +0100
M&S Easter Eggs 2022 range including Harry Potter and Percy Pig
Marks and Spencers has everything you could need to make the perfect Easter Day.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:48:27 +0100
Appeal to find wanted man Martyn Newton
POLICE are appealing to locate wanted man Martyn Newton.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:12:59 +0100
Riverside Nursery, at Stathe, on the market for £500,000+
A FORMER nursery business is on the market for offers in excess of £500,000.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 13:09:56 +0100
King's Down homes in Bridgwater all sold
THE final home on a new housing development in Bridgwater has been sold.



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