The family of a Highbridge dad of four, whose life was tragically cut short at the age of just 33, are trying to raise awareness of the hidden condition that killed him

THERE may well be slow moving traffic in the Glastonbury area this week with the festival taking place - but motorists still stand a good chance of being caught if they speed.

This week is the best time to see a rare event where all the major planets line up in the night's sky, coinciding with the return of the Glastonbury Festival.

A CLASSIC Jaguar, which has been in the same family for 62 years, is going under the Charterhouse gavel in their classic and collector car auction on Wednesday July 6 at the Haynes International Motor Museum.

THIS large home occupies a good sized plot with some wonderful countryside views, this spacious detached four double bedroom residence offers a tranquil setting.

IN the Charterhouse specialist auction of classic and vintage motorcycles on Wednesday, June 29, is a rare 1920’s French San-Sou-Pap motorcycle.

THE ultimate romantic symbol – the diamond ring – was the sparkling star of the show at Greenslade Taylor Hunt’s June antiques sale.

HUNDREDS of people are expected to descend on Glastonbury on the longest day of the year this Tuesday (June 21).

An interactive map has been published, allowing people to report sightings of a toxic plant which can cause blisters and even blindness.

With the warmer weather finally here, you might be wondering how you can stay cool in bed at night.

Avoid the devastation of a dead battery at this year's Glastonbury Festival - here's how to charge your phone at the festival.

THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for an area of storms producing lightning in Somerset.

AN elderly Highbridge man forced to live a lie for 60 years has finally tracked down his long-lost son - through Facebook.

Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

RAIL services in and out of stations across Somerset will be severely disrupted between Tuesday and Saturday next week (June 21-25), GWR is warning.

SEVEN community groups in Sedgemoor are set to benefit from nearly £20,000 of funding.

If you are planning to hit the beach or the park to enjoy the better weather, packing yourself a picnic is not only fun but an affordable way to eat out.

As temperatures continue to soar across the UK, you would be forgiven for thinking Burnham-on-Sea was in an arctic microclimate today

A musical duo from Wedmore, who received international recognition during the height of the covid pandemic, are hoping to build on their achievements.

RESIDENTS and businesses across Somerset are being asked how they would like to see a £7.26million windfall spent.

Train firm Great Western Railway (GWR) has issued advice to revellers taking the train to next week's Glastonbury Festival - amid fears a rail strike could cause chaos.

JD Sports has launched a summer sale with up to 50% off. Here's some of the deals you can grab while stocks last.

Glastonbury Festival has issued a warning to anyone camping at this year's festival.

The scam, which is used by fraudsters to try and steal your bank details, has been circulating since the early days of lockdown.

A Highbridge company has been awarded a £4.2m contract to provide 839 bathroom and shower pods for a £260m build-to-rent neighbourhood in Sussex

THE founder of Burnham-on-Sea based charity that has transformed hundreds of lives has won a Platinum Jubilee Award.

Here's a selection of the items you can find in Aldi's Specialbuys and Lidl's middle aisle from Thursday, June 16.

A HIGHBRIDGE man has been banned from attending any football match in the UK for the next three years.

POLICE have clocked two cars speeding at over 100mph on the M5 in Somerset today (Wednesday, June 15).

There have been lots of reports of a mini-heatwave arriving at the end of the week – here’s how hot it’s going to get in Somerset.

TWO drivers from Burnham and Highbridge have been fined for speeding on the M5 between Sedgemoor Services and Weston-super-Mare (junction 21).

The Burnham and Highbridge sea cadets saw success when they competed at the Somerset and Dorset District’s Sailing Regatta.

The party's theme was ‘Shimmer and Shine’ which saw the Islanders get glitzed up in sequin dresses, glitter mini skirts, chainmail tops and shiny bomber jackets.

Southern areas of England are most at risk by the 2050s, a study has said

POLICE say they are "increasingly concerned" for a Somerset man who has been missing for almost a fortnight.

A BURNHAM woman accused of inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent and assaulting two men has been sent for trial at Exeter Crown Court.

SOMERSET Waste Partnership (SWP) have confirmed that recycling and rubbish collections will start an hour earlier for the rest of this week in response to rising temperatures.

Red Letter Days has revealed ten theatre experiences worthy of the spotlight - How to book your seats.

Local people are being asked for their views.

Whether they are the BBQ master, love some self-care or some affordable gadgets, Aldi has everything you need to treat your loved one this Father’s Day.

The Strawberry Supermoon is the last supermoon of the year – here’s how to see it in Somerset.

EMERGENCY services rescued a man stuck in a large area of mud and soft sand on the beach at Burnham-on-Sea yesterday (Sunday, June 12).

BRISTOL-based blues legend Ruzz Evans of Ruzz Guitar's Blues Revue brought one-off masterclass for all aspiring blues guitarists to the St Johns Church in Highbridge.

A POPULAR bazaar and farmers' market returned to Brent Knoll on Saturday, June 11.

ROADWORKS are being carried out on Taunton's newest main road over 11 weeks.

Shoppers can get more than half price off watches, rings and necklaces.

Celebrate Father's Day at one of the best steakhouses in Somerset, according to their Tripadvisor reviews.

AVON and Somerset Police and Somerset's High Sheriff have team up to improve road safety near schools in the county.

Tucked away near the coast is a hidden gem.

There are a number of great draught beer dispensers to get hold off in time for Father's Day