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Sat, 10 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Grade II Victorian villa situated in North Petherton
THIS is an attractive Grade II Georgian Villa situated within the heart of this popular small town of North Petherton offers immense charm and character, with well proportioned rooms, set within private gardens.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:06:08 +0100
Proclamation of Queen's death and Charles III's reign
THE National Proclamation, the official announcement of Her Majesty’s death and acknowledgement of the commencement of the King’s new reign, will take place at 11am today (Saturday, September 10) at St James Palace.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:00:43 +0100
Full list of closures and cancellations as Queen's death sparks national mourning
The tragic news was confirmed on Thursday evening sparking a period of national mourning.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:19:35 +0100
List of Somerset closures and cancellations due to the Queen's death
Some events around Somerset will be cancelled in the period of mourning following the Queen's death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:03:00 +0100
Bridgwater residents leave floral tributes in memory of the Queen
BRIDGWATER residents have laid flowers at St Mary's Church and King Square after Queen Elizabeth II died “peacefully” at Balmoral Castle yesterday. 

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:30:34 +0100
Driver banned for doing 122mph on the M5 in Somerset
A MOTORIST recorded speeding at 122mph on the M5 in Somerset has been banned from getting behind the wheel for a year.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:09:39 +0100
Book of condolences: Somerset pays tribute to Her Majesty The Queen
WE have opened an online book of condolence for people to leave their tributes to Her Majesty the Queen.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:36:00 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger MP pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
BRIDGWATER and West Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and described her death as a “great loss to the country”.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Thomas Sheppard appointed Somerset Deputy Lieutenant
A FORMER High Sheriff of Somerset has been appointed a Deputy Lieutenant in the county.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:39:55 +0100
UK newspaper front pages: Newsquest pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
On Thursday evening (September 8) the world was hit by the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 21:10:19 +0100
Pay tribute to Her Majesty The Queen in our book of condolence
WE have opened an online book of condolence for people to leave their tributes to Her Majesty the Queen.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:49:00 +0100
The Queen and Prince Philip: The story of Britain’s longest-serving monarch and her consort
A statement confirming the news read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon."

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:57:55 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II: A life in pictures
Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:49:25 +0100
South West college consortium awarded £2.5m from government
BRIDGWATER & Taunton College (BTC) has been awarded £2.5 million from the Department for Education as part of a consortium of further education and training providers to deliver skills to the South West.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:49:00 +0100
Historic Building in Bridgwater open for Heritage Open Days
BRIDGWATER residents will have several chances to see inside one of the town's historic buildings this month.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 08:55:48 +0100
Could Somerset lose international cricket due to phosphates?
SOMERSET'S cricket ground could lose the right to host international matches if the phosphates crisis is not solved quickly, councillors warn.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Cancer Research UK Gifts in Wills appeal to help beat cancer
THE following is a message from Cancer Research UK:

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Consultation on local community networks in Somerset
MAJOR decisions in Somerset could be taken at a more local level following the transition to the county’s new unitary authority.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
ALL Somerset schools set to become academies by 2030
by Local Democracy Reporter Daniel Mumby.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Attempt to remove Somerset Lord Lieutenant blocked
A TAUNTON man's attempt to have the newly-appointed Queen's representative in Somerset removed from his post has failed.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:11:02 +0100
Who is replacing the Queen after her death?
The Queen’s passing at the age of 96 after 70 years on the British throne has meant that a successor must fulfill the role left behind by the late monarch.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:28:27 +0100
Queen dies: King Charles issues first statement after death of Queen Elizabeth
King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:28:17 +0100
Queen dies: King Charles issues first statement after death of Queen Elizabeth
King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:20:03 +0100
Queen dies: King Charles issues first statement after death of Queen Elizabeth
King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:42:37 +0100
Queen dead: what happens now? ‘Operation London Bridge’ explained
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has died aged 96, what happens now.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:53:00 +0100
Somerset firm Thomas Westcott rebrands as Westcotts
A LEADING chartered accountants and business advisors firm in Somerset has changed its name and launched a new brand identity from today (September 7).

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:18:00 +0100
Ex-secondary school teacher swaps education for funeralcare
A FORMER secondary school teacher who swapped his classroom for a funeral home is enjoying his rewarding but challenging new career.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:27:00 +0100
Bridgwater & Taunton College launches horticulture programme
BRIDGWATER & Taunton College has launched a new horticulture programme focusing on the importance of sustainability and organic practices.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Motorist cuts up cyclist on Somerset road
A MOTORIST had little choice but to admit a potentially dangerous manoeuvre after receiving photographs of their vehicle cutting up a cyclist.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:36:34 +0100
Somerset Lib Dems and Labour respond to Liz Truss becoming PM
LIZ Truss has become the UK's third female Prime Minister after meeting the Queen at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:41:00 +0100
Somerset MPs react to Liz Truss becoming Prime Minister
LIZ Truss has flown to Scotland to become the next Prime Minister beating Rishi Sunak in the Conservative Party's leadership election.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:03:59 +0100
MP Ian Liddell-Grainger condemns protests at Muller Bridgwater
BRIDGWATER'S MP has condemned ‘utterly irresponsible’ demonstrators who have tried to disrupt production at the town’s giant Muller milk processing plant.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 11:16:00 +0100
Wedmore ready for its 21st real ale festival this weekend
WEDMORE Real Ale Festival is set to return this weekend, featuring over 110 barrels of ale, craft beer, and cider on tap, plus a wine and gin bar.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Application deadline near for Cash For Charity £16,000 award
WE'VE already had a number of entries from charities hoping for a share of our £16,000 community giveaway.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 14:59:00 +0100
The Old Vicarage care home rated as one of best in south west
A BRIDGWATER care home has been rated as one of the best in the south west based on ratings by reviews and their families.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:20:32 +0100
Bill Revans’ first 100 days as county council leader
by Local Democracy reporter Daniel Mumby.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 12:39:13 +0100
Window collapse sparks safety fears at Haygrove School
THE start of term at a Bridgwater secondary school has been delayed over safety concerns.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:46:59 +0100
Ten people arrested after protests at Muller Bridgwater
AVON and Somerset Police have arrested ten people in connection with an ongoing protest at a dairy plant in Bridgwater.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Cllr Ros Wyke writes to Government over phosphates issue
SOMERSET County Council is urging the Government to take action now over an issue that has brought new house building almost to a standstill in Somerset.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:59:47 +0100
Met Office issues new weather warning for Somerset
A NEW weather warning for Somerset and the South West has been issued by the Met Office

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:34:07 +0100
In pictures: Bridgwater Half Marathon, 10k and 5k Fun Run
HUNDREDS of runners joined the Bridgwater Half Marathon, 10k, and the 5k Fun Run last Sunday (September 4) to raise funds for a good cause.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:21:00 +0100
Gallery: ‘Amazing exhibits’ at Stogursey Flower Show
THERE were plenty of impressive entries into the Stogursey Flower Show on Sunday, despite the summer's challenging growing conditions.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:48:28 +0100
The Axe Shack officially opens in Bridgwater
GUESTS at the official opening of a new business in Bridgwater got the chance to have a go at throwing axes.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 07:57:42 +0100
Animal Rebellion protestors in Müller Bridgwater again
PROTESTORS from Animal Rebellion have returned to the Müller Bridgwater site in the early hours of the morning (Monday, September 5).

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:26:56 +0100
Met Office issues yellow warning for Somerset and the South West
THE Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for Somerset and the South West.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:45:26 +0100
Annual Pro-Am fun at Enmore Park Golf Club
ON Bank Holiday Monday Enmore ran their annual fun Family Pro Am Day when 60 participants enjoyed the course and practised their golfing skills.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:41:27 +0100
Victoria Park Bowling Club raises over £1000 for SURE
AS a result of a good quiz evening held recently at Victoria Park Bowling Club, Bridgwater, the club presented a cheque for over £1000 to SURE.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:23:40 +0100
Animal Rebellion supporters protest at Müller Bridgwater
SUPPORTERS of an animal and climate group have shut down the Muller Bridgwater dairy facility as part of a campaign to disrupt the milk supply around the UK.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 24 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Detached family home in peaceful area near North Petherton
THIS property is believed to have origins dating back several hundred years, Shearston House enjoys a most appealing setting.



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