THE application window to take part in the prestigious 2022 Somerset County Guy Fawkes carnival processions will open on Monday, July, 4 as one of the county’s best-loved annual events returns to the streets after a two-year pause.

A BRIDGWATER man has been fined for driving at 76mph on a Somerset A-road with a 50mph speed limit.

MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has welcomed the opening of a Government inquiry into the effects of holiday letting on local communities.

All traffic is being temporarily held due to an accident on the M5 Southbound between J22 (Burnham-On-Sea) and J23 A39 (Bridgwater North).

THE A39 near Cannington has been reopened after an earlier single-vehicle accident.

The brand new UP trampoline is set to keep the kids entertained, safe and active all summer long. 

BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between June 16 and June 22 2022.

A PROPOSAL to lower fuel prices at rural filling stations to help cut the cost of country living has been described as ‘unworkable’ by Conservative MP Ian Liddell-Grainger.

BRIDGWATER United's talismanic striker Jack Taylor has extended his contract with the football club ahead of next season.

THE old Morganians recent annual reunion was held in an entirely different venue than previously, it was held at lunch time and it began with a tour of the venue.

New public paths will soon be created to link major Bridgwater housing developments together.

The first results of the 2021 census are in – and they show Sedgemoor has seen its population swell over the last decade.

ON Saturday, June 25 Ella Phillips was at the Somerset Brick and Tile Museum in Bridgwater to deliver the first of her ‘have a go’ pot throwing sessions.

POLICE have launched an appeal to the public to help identify a man after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bridgwater.

Take on summer in style in Marks and Spencer's men's and women's collections perfect for any occasion.

TEN new trainee detective constables joined Avon and Somerset Police today (Monday June 27) via Police Now’s national detective programme, having completed their initial academy training.

Families from across the area enjoyed a glorious day out at St Mary's Church in North Petherton on Saturday.

There was lots of fun to be had at Brymore Academy on Saturday, June 25 as the school held its annual country fair.

Beachside Holiday Park in Brean played host to a motorbike show over the weekend.

Somerset waste bosses could spend more than £5.5M replacing 22 bin lorries which are approaching the end of their working life.

VISITORS enjoyed a day out at a fete and classic car show on Saturday, June 25.

WE'VE GOT A TEXT! Here's how you can shop designer for less according to Love Island stylist Amy Bannerman.

Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, June 26.

SOMERSET County Council and Dorset County Council have been awarded nearly £1million from the Department for Education’s National Skills Fund to run a third round of Skills Bootcamps.

Here's the full line-up on the Pyramid Stage and where you can watch Glastonbury on TV.

LYDEARD Farm, Listed Grade II, provides a very rare opportunity to buy a substantial period farmhouse in an outstanding rural setting.

HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge News and Chard and Ilminster News.

TWENTY years ago to the week, Channel 4 program Time Team ventured back to Athelney to help uncover more of the area's historical secrets.

A variety of funny and colourful flags have been seen at this year's Glastonbury

Pandora has launched its summer sale with up to 50% off its charms, pendants and more but you'll have to be quick.

Another day of Glastonbury Festival is here and you can find the schedule for Saturday and how you can watch it on TV here.

The A39 has been closed both ways and there is very slow traffic due to accident between Stogursey Lane (Nether Stowey) and High Street (Cannington).

Six people have been injured in a multi-car crash on the A39 in Nether Stowey.

MORE than 4,500 people across Bridgwater, Highbridge, Cheddar, Woolavington and Catcott enjoyed listening to 60 musicians performing at this month's Front Garden Music Festival.

PEOPLE in Bridgwater are being asked to help a secondary school win a £15,000 canopy.

A WOMAN needed hospital treatment after a stranger squirted acid at her from inside a car.

THE victim of a child rapist from Bridgwater said he has had his life stolen from him.

WORK has started on an upgrade of a play area in Bridgwater.

TAUNTON District Schools FA held their first annual awards for a couple of years earlier this week and they were well attended at Taunton’s Wyvern Club.

A new YouTube channel featuring local newsrooms across the UK is making its debut today with the new Charged - True Crime UK series.

Here's where you can watch Glastonbury on TV this weekend.

Here's the line-up for the main stage at Glastonbury Festival 2022 on Friday, June 24.

The Ukrainian president called for the world to “spread the truth” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Sky has revealed the content coming to its channels and the streaming service NOW for July 2022.

A TRUCK driver failed to stop following a collision with a moped in Bridgwater.

TEN businesses and organisations across Somerset have ensured that the Volunteers of Age UK Somerset felt appreciated during Volunteers’ Week celebrations this year.

PATIENTS in North Sedgemoor can now get blood tests and investigations done locally - rather than travelling 22 miles to do so.

Take a look at some of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, June 23.

The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning which takes in Somerset

THE Somerset Food Trail Festival on July 15-24 is an 'open farm’ and farm-to-fork showcase that puts the spotlight on Somerset's smaller-scale, nature-friendly farmers and artisan producers in all their fascinating diversity, giving visitors a bett...