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Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:55:54 +0100
Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnival applications to open soon
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.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:55:11 +0100
Man jailed for stealing thousands from a Worle butcher
A 28-year-old man has been jailed for 12 months after admitting to defrauding thousands of pounds from a butchers near Weston-super-Mare.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:20:33 +0100
Here are the planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council
BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between June 16 and June 22 2022.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0100
Berrow man to face crown court accused of rape and sexual assault
A SOMERSET man accused of rape and sexual assault has been sent for trial at Mold Crown Court in Wales next month.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:21:26 +0100
Plans for 110 homes in Highbridge
Revised plans have been put forward to build 110 new homes on a “green lung” near Highbridge town centre.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:08:24 +0100
Glastonbury 2022: Burnham-on-Sea florist supplies flowers to Diana Ross
A BURNHAM-ON-SEA florist has spoken of the moment she received a phone call asking her to supply a bouquet to Motown icon Diana Ross.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:46:35 +0100
Aldi brings back its illuminating tan drops and they’re perfect for summer
The beauty must-have sold out within weeks following its first launch last Christmas.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:24:47 +0100
Film screening at The Princess Theatre & Arts Centre
THE Princess Theatre & Arts Centre continues their monthly screenings of well-loved classic films on Wednesday, July 6 with South Pacific. Tickets are priced at £5 or The Princess is offering £10 tickets to include the film and lunch. You...

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:04:51 +0100
Census 2021: First results show Sedgemoor’s population has grown over past decade
The first results of the 2021 census are in – and they show Sedgemoor has seen its population swell over the last decade.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:48:33 +0100
ShopDisney releases new Stitch collection to mark 20th anniversary
The iconic and adorable Stitch turns 20 and has a whole new collection on ShopDisney now.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:59:07 +0100
Green space near Highbridge railway station could be sold to build bridge
A green space near a Somerset railway station could be sold to a housing developer to enable the construction of a new bridge over the nearby river.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:24:59 +0100
Ten new detectives join Avon and Somerset Police
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.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:57:05 +0100
Pictures: Motorbike show at Beachside Holiday Park, Brean
Beachside Holiday Park in Brean played host to a motorbike show over the weekend.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:21:00 +0100
Somerset waste bosses could spend £5.5M replacing 22 bin lorries
Somerset waste bosses could spend more than £5.5M replacing 22 bin lorries which are approaching the end of their working life.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:10:14 +0100
Pictures: Fete and Classic Car show fun in Lympsham
VISITORS enjoyed a day out at a fete and classic car show on Saturday, June 25.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:38:08 +0100
Travelodge has rooms for £32 or less in its summer of savings - How to book
The hotel chain has slashed the price of selected stays across its 580 locations. until May 2023.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Skills bootcamps training for workforce on offer in Somerset
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.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Large 5-bed family home on Brent Knoll goes to market
THIS roomy modern detached house boasts five double bedroom accommodation which is beautifully arranged over three floors.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Sunday
Here's the full line-up on the Pyramid Stage and where you can watch Glastonbury on TV.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 20 2022
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.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 15:15:26 +0100
Best and funniest flags seen at Glastonbury 2022
A variety of funny and colourful flags have been seen at this year's Glastonbury

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 11:11:55 +0100
IHG Hotels and Resorts launches summer sale with discounts on 700 hotels across Europe
The summer savings are available at 700 hotel locations across nine of its brands.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Exact time Glastonbury headliners will be on TV - full schedule for Saturday
Another day of Glastonbury Festival is here and you can find the schedule for Saturday and how you can watch it on TV here.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:08:13 +0100
Over 4,500 people enjoy Front Garden Musical Festival
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.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 12:13:44 +0100
Woman victim of acid attack in Weston-super-Mare
A WOMAN needed hospital treatment after a stranger squirted acid at her from inside a car.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:33:34 +0100
BARB Search and Rescue celebrates 30th anniversary
A DAY of nostalgia is promised in Burnham-on-Sea this weekend as BARB Search and Rescue celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:49:12 +0100
Where to watch Glastonbury on TV - Full BBC schedule this weekend
Here's where you can watch Glastonbury on TV this weekend.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:08:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Friday
Here's the line-up for the main stage at Glastonbury Festival 2022 on Friday, June 24.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:36:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: President Zelensky addresses crowds - Watch here
The Ukrainian president called for the world to “spread the truth” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:47:57 +0100
Love Island stars Jacques and Luca embrace eBay's pre-loved varsity jacket - Get your own
Recreate Luca and Jacques's varsity jacket look for yourself with these perfect pre-loved options.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:01:41 +0100
Investigations hub launches at Burnham-on-Sea hospital
PATIENTS in North Sedgemoor can now get blood tests and investigations done locally - rather than travelling 22 miles to do so.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:55:02 +0100
Get Paramount+ for free with Sky Cinema: How to sign up
The new streaming service has officially launched in the UK and you can sign up now.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:34:57 +0100
Met Office warning to Glastonbury punters to 'take shelter' from thunderstorms today
The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning which takes in Somerset

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:04:01 +0100
Producers and retailers join Somerset Food Trail Festival
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...

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:54:50 +0100
Wessex Learning Trust provides mental health first aid training
NEARLY a dozen staff members at a Somerset learning trust took part in training to become mental health first aiders last week. 

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:42:58 +0100
Weather of ‘two halves’ for Glastonbury fans
THE gates to Glastonbury Festival will officially open today after a three-year hiatus, with music fans set to enjoy high temperatures alongside the infamous showers and mud on Worthy Farm.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:31 +0100
Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning that could affect Somerset tomorrow, Thursday, June 23.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:26:09 +0100
O2, BT and more: See the mobile networks that don’t have EU roaming charges
Before going on holiday in Europe it might be good to check if your network allows for roaming charges

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:48:07 +0100
Ukraine Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra confirmed for Glastonbury performance
Eurovision winners, Kalush Orchestra, will be performing at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:16:54 +0100
Burnham man fined for avoiding train fare in Weston-super-Mare
A MAN from Bridgwater has been fined £440 after avoiding paying a £7.90 train fare.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:01:18 +0100
New farm shop to open in Highbridge
RICH’S Cider is opening a new farm shop at their main site in Highbridge next week.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:04:57 +0100
Jennifer and Stephen Chapple's family shares personal statement
THE family of Jennifer and Stephen Chapple have shared their tributes following the sentencing of Colling Reeves.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:33:30 +0100
LEGO reveals brand new products ahead of 90th anniversary at LEGO CON 2022
LEGO fans have been treated to a sneak peek of some upcoming products as LEGO kickstart its 90th anniversary celebrations.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:16:35 +0100
Plans for 29 new flats in Highbridge town centre
Revised plans have been put forward to build 29 new flats in the heart of Highbridge

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:48:54 +0100
Somerset campaign as horse-vehicle incidents increase
DRIVERS in Somerset are being urged to 'rein in' as incidents involving horses and vehicles are on the rise

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:15:42 +0100
Flag raising and events in Somerset to mark Armed Forces Day
SOMERSET County Council has raised the flag outside County Hall in Taunton to mark Armed Forces Day this coming Saturday (June 25).

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:01:04 +0100
Health hubs for farmers in Frome, Exmoor and Bridgwater
AGRICULTURAL workers, farmers and their families can now get specialist advice from NHS professionals at Exmoor Farmers Livestock Auction, as well as Frome Market and Bridgwater's Derek Mead Health Room.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:46:39 +0100
Family of Highbridge dad of four to hold event in his memory
The Highbridge family of a 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

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:12:17 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
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.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Planets align in night sky - how to watch in Somerset
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.



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