UK South West England

Bournemouth Echo

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:22:22 +0100
Police issue warning signs for people being exploited by gangs
Taxi drivers have been urged to look out for signs of people being exploited by gangs in Dorset

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:17:55 +0100
Arrest after car crashed into barrier and flipped on busy route, injuring three
A woman has been arrested for drink driving after a car crashed into a barrier and landed on its roof, closing a busy Southampton route

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:01:00 +0100
RSPCA reveals shocking rise in animal cruelty reports over the summer
Shocking new figures from RSPCA reveal an increase in animal cruelty reports.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Extra police for Bournemouth as part of summer crime crackdown
Bournemouth has been selected as one of more than 500 towns taking part in a major government crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour this summer.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:01:00 +0100
Iconic hotel near home of Dogstival set for major upgrade
Plans to upgrade one of the best-known hotels in the New Forest have been unveiled

Bridgwater Mercury

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Peer Passports launch to help Somerset people into work
A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Bridgwater this week: July 8-15, 2025
A monthly craft group and the Bridgwater Singing Festival are also on the agenda.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:35:54 +0100
Robert Blake Academy bids farewell to Class of 2025
Robert Blake Academy bid farewell to its Class of 2025 last month, hosting a Leavers and Prom event.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning applications, June 22-28, 2025
Here are the latest planning applications in Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning decisions, June 22-28, 2025
Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in Bridgwater.

Bridport News

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100
Dorset beach among best in country
A WEST Dorset beach has been named as one of the best UK beaches

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100
Celebrity chef helps lead campaign as hundreds in Dorset back climate action
Residents in west Dorset have rallied together to call on the Prime Minister to tackle the climate and nature crises.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:27:29 +0100
Man seriously injured in 'assault' in supermarket car park
Emergency services descended on the car park of the Co-op in Sea Road North, Bridport following reports of an assault involving two men

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 15:55:28 +0100
Pictures: Sausage and cider festival is a sizzler
Lyme Regis AFC Sausage & Cider Festival kickstarted summer with a full day of music, food, drink and activities

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:14:00 +0100
"It was important for it to happen": Inside mass trespass at beauty spot
Protesters who staged a mass trespass at a beauty spot which has been blocked off to the public said it ‘needed to be done.’

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Peer Passports launch to help Somerset people into work
A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Burnham-on-Sea this week, July 8-14, 2025
From a dance summer showcase to a 1980s-themed entertainment weekend, there's plenty to enjoy in Burnham-on-Sea over the next week.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:39:38 +0100
5 home upgrades that can be completely free under government schemes
Expert reveals five home upgrades that can be completely free under government scheme

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:37:47 +0100
How to clean green algae off your fence before wood rot occurs
If you don't clean off green patches of algae on your fence then it could lead to panels being replaced or wood rot.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:36:37 +0100
Only a super(sonic) fan of Oasis can get a perfect score on this lyrics quiz
With Oasis heading on tour this summer and Liam and Noel Gallagher reuinting once again, test your knowledge of the band's songs.

Chard and Ilminster News

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Peer Passports launch to help Somerset people into work
A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 17:47:47 +0100
Veterans in Somerset helped by NHS Armed Forces Hub scheme
The charity in south Somerset is working to help veterans across the county through its role as a designated NHS Armed Forces Hub.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:00:51 +0100
Amazon issues 'do not click' warning amid increase in scams ahead of Prime Day
Amazon has sent out a message to customers warning them to be alert to online scams, following an increase recently ahead of Prime Day.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:58:31 +0100
Met Office says third heatwave of 2025 summer about to hit the UK
A third heatwave of the summer is expected to hit the UK by the end of this week, says the Met Office.

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:42:29 +0100
King Charles issues message of national unity on 20th anniversary of 7/7 attacks
King Charles has commended the acts of 'extraordinary courage' shown in the aftermath of the 7/7 attacks and issued a message of unity on its anniversary.

Western Daily Press

Mon, 7 Jul 2025 08:40:03 +0000
Neighbour from hell evicted after tormenting Chard residents
He caused 'significant' distress to locals

Mon, 7 Jul 2025 06:37:11 +0000
Countryfile viewers 'disgusted' over 'cruel' scene as show flooded with complaints
BBC One's Countryfile viewers were left outraged as the programme documented a family who practice battery farming for cows and were flooded with complaints.

Mon, 7 Jul 2025 06:14:49 +0000
Crash blocks A303 near Stonehenge
Traffic is slow in the area

Mon, 7 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New gypsy and travellers’ sites may be allocated following incidents in public parks
A recent encampment was near a primary school

Mon, 7 Jul 2025 04:41:00 +0000
City centre closures loom as Wells braces for disruption
Work in Southover and Becket Place will close key roads in the city for a month

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