Western Daily Press
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:32:38 +0000Multiple Somerset roads closed as flooding hits the region - live updates
Routes are closed in both directions
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +000029 death notices and funeral announcements from Somerset area this week
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Timid deer saved from deadly stress after becoming trapped in sports netting
Rescuers from the RSPCA have issued an urgent warning to homeowners after a wild deer was found hopelessly tangled in sports netting in the Somerset hills
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000High flying puppies practice navigating busy crowds at airport terminal
A group of trainee four-legged flyers have been putting their best paws forward at the airport , learning how to handle the unique sights, sounds, and smells of international travel
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Two bus lanes near M5 suspended to ease traffic as months of roadworks planned
'Bus lane not in use' signs could be up for more than a year
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:59:28 +0000Yeovil Town beaten as Forest Green Rovers continue promotion push
Glovers beaten 2-0 by Robbie Savage's promotion chasers
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 19:57:31 +0000Urgent appeal to find Bath woman last seen nearly a month ago
Police are yet to find Robyn or her Mini
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:30:53 +0000Yeovil DIY giant Toolstream plunges into administration with 111 jobs axed
The firm, based in Yeovil, has been left with too little stock and reduced profitability after attempts to secure new funding
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:42:14 +0000The 12 areas of Somerset at risk of flooding
Residents in one area should take immediate action
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:04:32 +0000Former postman who sexually assaulted two children walks out of court
Kevin Dell must sign on the Sex Offenders Register for 10 years
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000New homes on Somerset Levels must be for people with ‘local connection’, council rules
The site lies south of the existing homes on Peppers Close, and is currently occupied by agricultural buildings
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000No changes to Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile until summer 2026
Here's everything you need to know
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Somerset Council ‘took too long’ to suspend Life Factory project in Glastonbury
A 'lessons learned' report has been published, which highlights the errors associated with the project and recommended how they can be avoided in the future.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Two deaths prompt calls for more support for the homeless in Somerset
'It is clear that there is no one typical person who is experiencing homelessness'
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 22:22:57 +0000Swearing robber brandished knife at elderly man on Temple Meads train
The passenger tried to confront him before realising the danger
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:50:33 +0000Aria Thorpe's grieving family pays tribute to 'beautiful little soul'
"Goodnight darling."
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:27:28 +0000Suspects named after farm thefts across South West and South Wales
They were charged with conspiracy to steal
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:18:16 +0000Husband, 88, smothered his wife to death in their home
William and Delia had been married for more than 60 years
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:15:14 +0000Somerset sign Australian international Daniel Sams for T20 Blas
He will be available for the duration of the T20 campaign in 2026
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:55:06 +0000Busy A-Road clears after three vehicle crash blocked road
It was later cleared
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:36:15 +0000Newcastle Red Bulls vs Bath Rugby team news announcement LIVE updates
All the latest team news and breaking stories from the reigning Gallagher PREM champions
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:25:55 +0000Sad news for William Shatner fans after Yeovil Wetherspoons 'sighting'
He may not have boldly gone where he'd never gone before
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:16:30 +0000Yeovil Town vs Forest Green Rovers TV guide and how to watch
The Glovers' game is live on TV on Saturday night.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:04:59 +0000Yeovil Town ready to 'excite fans and imprint style' ahead of Forest Green Rovers clash
“I’m expecting it to be a great crowd. I’m looking forward to it, so are the boys as well.”
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Culverhay to be demolished as funding for two new schools announced
The council had been waiting for the government to approve funding for a special school on the site