Western Daily Press

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:29:26 +0000
New fexofenadine update during 36C UK temperatures
Merryfield in Somerset set a record UK temperature for June on Thursday

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:30:46 +0000
Somerset woman allergic to almost everything kept alive by her dog
Kate Hegan says she worries every day if it will be her last but Kenny is her 'saving grace'

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:06:28 +0000
Somerset school closure latest with concerns over classroom temperatures
Temperatures are still uncomfortably high in some areas

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Decision delayed on 'confusing' plans for 150 homes near A303 in Somerset
'The traffic plan is a complete work of utter fiction'

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:55:00 +0000
HMO near Yeovil town centre to be turned back into care home
A decision is due before the end of the summer

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:49:00 +0000
Rural Somerset convenience store granted 24-hour alcohol licence
'This is not the right time of day or location for seeking to attract a trade of whatever purpose, let alone alcohol sales'

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:30:58 +0000
Search for man with 'neck tattoo' as child sexually assaulted in Bath
Police say the serious assault happened yesterday afternoon

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:51:14 +0000
Sinkhole appears after 'underground explosion' in Bath city centre - updates
The public has been urged to stay away

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:39:56 +0000
Aria Thorpe's family have shown 'exceptional courage' during trial following her death
The police have issued a statement after 16-year-old's acquittal

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:46:28 +0000
Weston pub could be turned into homes and shops after years
Developers have been trying to buy it for years

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:07:43 +0000
Plans for 80 more homes in town with 'housebuilding overload'
But some locals are against the bid

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:13:03 +0000
When and where thunderstorms will hit Somerset as new warning issued
The Met Office has issued two thunderstorm warnings for the next 24 hours

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:38:54 +0000
1.5m people told 'drink when you're not thirsty' and eat yoghurt
A clinical lead has listed five signs and symptoms you need to watch for this week

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:09:54 +0000
Housing developers could pay for new pumps to stop Somerset flooding
'This will secure the future of these pumping stations'

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
£800k secured for permanent pumps to prevent flooding near Taunton cinema
It's part of a wider £6m scheme

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Date set for High Court battle over Somerset travellers' site
Only three pitches are currently occupied

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Chairman appointed for new £20m Bridgwater regeneration board
'I'm incredibly proud and honoured'

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:19:38 +0000
Tom Banton signs new white ball only contract with Somerset
The 27-year-old new deal will keep him at Taunton until the end for a further two seasons, but will see him playing limited overs games rather than red ball cricket for the county.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:13:25 +0000
Road near Glastonbury reopens after lorry catches fire
Motorists were told to avoid the area

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:24:02 +0000
Gritter lorry destroyed in fire near Glastonbury school
The road was closed for hours

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:10:16 +0000
Social workers settle pay dispute as new strike threat looms
A dispute which saw 28 team managers and deputy team managers go on strike is over — but a separate dispute involving over 200 social workers remains unresolved

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:35:19 +0000
Hottest areas in Somerset ranked as highs of 36C recorded
While some areas have sweltered, other areas have stayed under 30C

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:43:42 +0000
Authentic Georgian garden to open in Bath later this year
It was inspired by a book published in 1834

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:36:57 +0000
Natural infinity pool in charming Somerset town is 'largest in UK' and free to use
A picturesque UK seaside town offers the ideal day out to cool off during the UK heatwave, thanks to its seawater infinity pool and traditional seaside offerings

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:23:41 +0000
AI to help make £23m of cuts in Somerset
It is hoped the tech can 'improve productivity and decision making'

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