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Bournemouth Echo

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:17:43 +0100
Country park closed 'until further notice' after unexpected fault
Moors Valley will be closed until further notice following an 'unexpected' fault.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Nurse who worked second job at hospital while on sick leave avoids ban
Theresa Ann Bates, who works as a nurse, was subject to a fitness to practise committee hearing From Monday, September 29 to Wednesday, October 8 by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Unique' Dorset village that's steeped in history and has 'welcoming' pubs
Here is why the unique village of Corfe Castle is worth a visit, thanks to its history, pubs and, of course, its castle ruins

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:39:46 +0100
'Fraudulent' QR codes found at car parks in Poole
Police have located 'fraudulent' QR codes at two car parks in Poole.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 08:39:30 +0100
People urged to adopt rescue cats amid crisis brought on by cruelty cases
THE RSPCA is urging people in Dorset to consider adopting a rescue cat, amid an all-time high in numbers of moggies in the charity’s care

Bridgwater Mercury

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Parkway in Bridgwater to close for five days for resurfacing works
Parkway in Bridgwater will close for resurfacing from 27–31 October, Somerset Council has announced.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning applications: October 5-11, 2025
Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning decisions, October 5-11, 2025
Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Bridgwater.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Four bakeries in Somerset named among best in the country
Four bakeries in Somerset have been named among the best in the country as the shortlist for the National Bakery Awards 2025 is revealed.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Next in Bridgwater accepting unwanted bras for breast cancer awareness
Next Bridgwater store collects old bras for breast cancer research, donating £1 per kilo of bras. Donate your unwanted bras and help cancer research this month.

Bridport News

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 02:01:00 +0100
How many of these classic films do you know which feature west Dorset?
It’s no secret to people that live here that Dorset is renowned for its picture perfect site and stunning views. But as well as locals, many big screen movie purveyors have also taken inspiration from the area, and featured Dorset in some iconic fi...

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 06:31:00 +0100
The 'healing ointment' that helped put Bridport on the map
What is now the Cancer Research shop on East Street was once one of Bridport’s oldest pharmacies, transformed into an apothecary in the late 18th century by Dr. Giles Roberts

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 03:48:00 +0100
This secluded Dorset beach rarely gets busy - here's why
A stunning secluded beach in Dorset is the perfect spot for an autumn walk, being rarely busy even in summer

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 02:41:00 +0100
Country pub due to close with concerns it could be lost forever
A village could lose its pub forever if a buyer doesn’t come forward

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 07:37:00 +0100
Three bridges destroyed in violent storm 143 years ago this week
This week in West Dorset’s history marks 143 years since a storm caused major disruption to the area’s railway network as a train carriage fell off of a bridge that collapsed

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:26:32 +0100
5 ways for families to save money this October, from Halloween ideas to travel costs
As October half-term stretches budgets, don't be tempted to go overboard with spending on food, travel and social plans.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:25:20 +0100
DWP powers to check bank accounts and suspend debtors' driving licences approved
The DWP would have the power to obtain bank statements from people they believe have enough cash to pay back welfare debts but are refusing to do so.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:23:27 +0100
This very dangerous radiator mistake could cause a fire and spread harmful mould
This dangerous radiator mistake, which has been made by generations of households, could cause a fire and spread vile mould in your house or flat.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New chair appointed at prominent Somerset food charity
Jason Mills appointed new chair of The Food Forest Project, which supports local food banks and runs Wedmore Village Farm and a veg box delivery service.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Time running out to enter Somerset Business Awards 2026
Somerset Business Awards 2026: Entries now open for Somerset Chamber of Commerce's event. Free to enter, 14 categories, deadline November 21.

Chard and Ilminster News

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Two-week road closure confirmed in Yeovil for drainage works
Reckleford, Yeovil eastbound to close for 15 days from 25 October to 8 November for drainage works. Alternative route available.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:26:32 +0100
5 ways for families to save money this October, from Halloween ideas to travel costs
As October half-term stretches budgets, don't be tempted to go overboard with spending on food, travel and social plans.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:25:20 +0100
DWP powers to check bank accounts and suspend debtors' driving licences approved
The DWP would have the power to obtain bank statements from people they believe have enough cash to pay back welfare debts but are refusing to do so.

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:23:27 +0100
This very dangerous radiator mistake could cause a fire and spread harmful mould
This dangerous radiator mistake, which has been made by generations of households, could cause a fire and spread vile mould in your house or flat.

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Just weeks left to enter Somerset Business Awards 2026
Somerset Business Awards 2026: Entries now open for Somerset Chamber of Commerce's event. Free to enter, 14 categories, deadline November 21.

Western Daily Press

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 08:28:41 +0000
Taunton Carnival 2025 pictures and videos and full results
Carnival came to Taunton

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 06:41:22 +0000
Model Daisy Lowe plans to live 'off-grid' in Somerset eco-home
'It's been such a special experience moving our lives out to Somerset over the past six months'

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:58:00 +0000
Chic Somerset farmhouse named among best autumn escapes
The Times has published a list of the "most irresistible autumn escapes" in 2025

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:48:00 +0000
Huge Somerset plan for where 25,000 homes are set to be built
But fury over the scale of development

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:36:00 +0000
Piece of Somerset beach goes up for sale - and it's not as pricey as you think
It's part of a plot of land with 'unrivalled' views of the Bristol Channel

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