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Bridgwater Mercury

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:56:05 +0100
Effie Wilson's 100th birthday party at the Puriton Inn
A PURITON woman who still lives in her own home celebrated her 100th birthday at the local pub.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:32:15 +0100
Nutmeg House Restaurant re-opens in Bridgwater
THERE was a touch of nostalgia for Bridgwater Town Mayor when she officially re-opening a restaurant in the town.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:50:21 +0100
Ladies enjoy Brydon Cup at Enmore Park Golf Club
DEBRA Perry who plays off a handicap of 45 was the winner of the Ladies Stableford competition at Enmore Park Golf Club with 37 points.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:35:40 +0100
Roadworks starting in Somerset today
ROADWORKS are being carried out on Taunton's newest main road over 11 weeks.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:17:33 +0100
Father's Day: Best steakhouses in Somerset according to Tripadvisor reviews
Celebrate Father's Day at one of the best steakhouses in Somerset, according to their Tripadvisor reviews.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Modern family home with sauna up for sale in Bridgwater
THIS spacious detached bungalow situated on a particularly generous plot, within the prestigious and rarely available residential area.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Speed buddies outside Somerset schools
AVON and Somerset Police and Somerset's High Sheriff have team up to improve road safety near schools in the county.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 06:10:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, June 12
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, June 12.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 06:04:00 +0100
Somerset tea garden The Chantry in Kilve is a fairy-tale
Tucked away near the coast is a hidden gem.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 2 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week across Somerset.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Volvo and Triump cars from 1968 going to auction in Somerset
TWO classic sports cars, a Volvo and a Triumph both from 1968, are set to go head to head against each other at the Charterhouse classic car auction on July 6 at Haynes.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0100
The 10 cheapest places to buy petrol in Bridgwater
BACK in April, the Bridgwater Mercury gathered the cheapest fuel prices in Bridgwater as fuel became a big concern for motorists with the rise in the cost of living across the country.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:09:00 +0100
I got a Too Good To Go bag for £4 from Co-op and here's what was inside
Many of us are feeling the pressure from the cost of living crisis, but this useful app might help out

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:05:00 +0100
I tried a Mon Dessert Baking Kit and baking has never been so easy
It’s a well-known fact that as a nation we all like to try our hands at baking, and since the start of The Great British Bake Off over ten years ago, its become a popular hobby.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:09:26 +0100
Avon & Somerset special constables barred for WhatsApp texts
TWO volunteer police officers have been barred from ever policing with any force or law enforcement agency for gross misconduct.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 11:35:00 +0100
Police investigate reports of Bridgwater vehicle break-ins
POLICE officers have received “several reports” of vehicle break-ins in the East Bower area of Bridgwater, which took place overnight earlier this week.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 09:08:11 +0100
Bridgwater Jubilee Pageant dancer ‘proud’ to join London celebrations
A DANCER of the Bridgwater Carnival Jubilee Pageant cart spoke of the “proud moment” she joined the celebrations for the Queen’s 70-year reign in London.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 10:49:37 +0100
Love Island 2022: Dress like the islanders with eBay's pre-loved cut-out dresses
Love Island is back for a new series and you can dress like the islanders with the Love Island Official Looks hub on eBay.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:43:30 +0100
Dr Morgan’s Grammar School for Boys celebrates 300th anniversary
DR MORGAN’S Grammar School for Boys will celebrate its 300th anniversary in 2023.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:05:00 +0100
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival to host drop-in on Sunday
COMMUNITY groups, charities, and individuals can learn more about getting involved with Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival at a drop-in session on Sunday.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:01:05 +0100
Middlezoy celebrates Platnium Jubilee
Middlezoy pulled out all the stops for the four day holiday in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:24:02 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: When is it and the full line up
With only few weeks left until the UK's biggest festival returns, find out when it starts.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:04:21 +0100
Two Avon and Somerset special constables misconduct hearing
TWO former Avon and Somerset Police special constables exchanged "inappropriate, derogatory and discriminatory" WhatsApp messages, it is alleged.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 16:51:17 +0100
Newsquest Young Reporter Scheme accepting applications now - how to get involved
Students joining this exciting scheme are treated as if they are real journalists, writing articles that are published on Newsquest’s online news sites

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:33:12 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 9
Here's some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl middle aisle's from Thursday, June 9.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:47:00 +0100
Plaque unveiled in Chilton Trinity marking Queen's Green Canopy
A NEW plaque has been unveiled in the village of Chilton Trinity to commemorate the Queen's Green Canopy initiative marking the Platinum Jubilee.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:31:47 +0100
Fire caused by sunlight refracting off mirror in Crediton
DEVON and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has sent out a warning after sunlight caused a property fire at the weekend.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:04:01 +0100
Comedian Patrick Kielty brings his tour to Bridgwater
COMEDIAN Patrick Kielty will bring his brand-new stand-up tour Borderline to Bridgwater this weekend.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:51:00 +0100
Gallery: The Lime Kiln's Beer Garden Party for the Platinum Jubilee
A POPULAR Bridgwater pub held a ‘beer garden party’ to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:22:44 +0100
Adidas reveals Gucci crossover collection - What to buy from the exciting collaboration
Shop Adidas and Gucci'ss ultimate crossover collection that combines the best of the brands.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 18:32:34 +0100
How did your MP vote in Boris Johnson’s confidence ballot?
BORIS Johnson survived a confidence vote last night as 211 Conservative MPs backed his leadership compared to 148 votes against him.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:37:54 +0100
Car collides with child on scooter in North Petherton
A YOUNG child who was on a scooter is in hospital with a serious leg injury following a collision with a car.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:30:00 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger: Boris Johnson has ‘months to redeem himself’
BRIDGWATER MP Ian Liddell-Grainger believes Boris Johnson must change the way he acts and introduce “some truly beneficial new policies” after facing a vote of confidence from Conservative MPs.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:28:00 +0100
M5 closes for four hours in Bridgwater due to vehicle fire
THE M5 was closed for southbound traffic for around four hours last night between Puriton (junction 23) and Bridgwater (junction 24) due to a vehicle fire.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:08:26 +0100
Burtle Queen’s Jubilee celebrations
BURTLE celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with three different.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:48:17 +0100
Sedgemoor District Council's Celebration Mile £9m proposal
SEDGEMOOR District Council has agreed to submit a £9 million summary business case to the Government for the creation of 'Celebration Mile'.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:05:11 +0100
Zing Cocktails has the perfect gifts for fathers day
If you can't be with your father figure this upcoming fathers day and are worried about what gift to send them in the post, then look no further.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 19:46:44 +0100
Bridgwater Carnival cancels plans to bring pageant cart into town
BRIDGWATER Guy Fawkes Carnival has announced they had to cancel plans to bring their Jubilee Pageant cart into town.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:40:00 +0100
Band and tribute acts mark Middlezoy Jubilee celebrations
MIDDLEZOY marked the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with live music, games, and entertainment - including performances from Elton John and Rod Stewart tribute acts.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:55:57 +0100
Bridgwater green space could become sports hub
An underutilised green space in Bridgwater could soon be transformed into a major sports hub for local residents spearheaded by the town’s football club.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:02:21 +0100
Somerset celebrates Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
SOMERSET marked the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a series of events and activities which started on Thursday, June 2.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:49:42 +0100
Plans to display carnival’s Jubilee cart in Bridgwater
BRIDGWATER Carnival is planning a display of the cart that joined the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:33:48 +0100
Cllr Phillip Spencer is new North Petherton Town Mayor
NORTH Petherton has a new Town Mayor.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:22:57 +0100
Somerset towns which may benefit from levelling up fund
Towns and villages across Somerset could receive a share of £80M for new regeneration projects if funding from central government is approved.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:56:00 +0100
Gallery: Buckingham Close in Bridgwater celebrates Queen's Jubilee
BUCKINGHAM Close in Bridgwater held a Platinum Jubilee celebration to rival those held at the royal palace of the same name on Sunday.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:36:13 +0100
Carnival rivals who became friends for Jubilee Pageant entry
A GROUP of rival clubs united to create the Bridgwater Carnival cart for the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London yesterday (Sunday, June 5).

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:44:51 +0100
St John and St Francis Church School Platinum Jubilee celebrations
TO celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee, pupils have all been very busy preparing decorations in their classes.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger MP to vote against Boris Johnson tonight
BRIDGWATER MP Ian Liddell-Grainger will cast his ballot against Boris Johnson in tonight's vote of confidence, he has confirmed.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:32:15 +0100
Ian Liddell-Grainger no-confidence vote in Boris Johnson
BRIDGWATER and West Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has told Prime Minister Boris Johnson he should go.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:36:58 +0100
Three generations of Bridgwater family compete together
AT the weekend three generations from one family were competing at the Area 12 Riding Club Qualifier at Pontispool Equestrian Centre.



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