Somerset residents have been granted an extra two weeks to give their views on the new Local Plan, which allocates new housing up to 2045

Brits are being warned about a parasite that has come to the UK following the return of holidaymakers from destinations such as Mexico

Enjoy The Amy Experience, an acclaimed Amy Winehouse tribute act, live at Burnham-on-Sea’s Princess Theatre on 10 October. Tickets £26.

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 celebrated local employers, educators, and young people for excellence in careers education and employability across Somerset.

Modern conveniences make life easier but reduce daily physical activity, raising UK obesity and health risks. Simple lifestyle changes boost fitness.

NSL will continue to provide Somerset Council with parking enforcement services - but the cost will be going up

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures which showed the industry of the county.

Major works are set to begin as part of a new scheme which will see the M5 closed in Somerset

Somerset teenagers heading to university are being urged to book a "life-saving vaccine" at local high street pharmacies before they leave home

Millions more pensioners are paying income tax after frozen thresholds pushed HMRC's take to £29.8bn, while pension tax relief climbed above £60bn.

Motoring experts have warned that trusting a commonly believed speed camera myth is risky and could land you in trouble

Somerset Council celebrates digital interns’ achievements, supporting young people with autism and SEN into tech careers via the Digital Futures Project.

Somerset couple urge others to foster as over 650 local children need care. Learn about fostering with Somerset Council and upcoming info sessions.

Students in the South West heading to university can now book the Meningitis B vaccine at local pharmacies. Appointments available now.

Delays remain along the M5 northbound in Somerset following an earlier crash between Bridgwater and Taunton.

Somerset Council will not be taking forward plans to signalise the Shute Shelve crossing near Axbridge as part of wider improvements to the A38

Taunton and Wellington MP Gideon Amos was among senior Somerset officials who fielded questions from local residents at a recent housing summit

You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about ADHD that affects your ability to drive safely.

With the long summer holidays now stretching on, many parents are facing the annual juggling act of balancing work with childcare.

Burnham-on-Sea Comedy Club returns this autumn at The Princess Theatre with Mark Steel live on 26 September 2024. Tickets £21.50. Over 18s only.

Somerset residents can view a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026. Find out UK timings, safe viewing tips, and how to enjoy this rare astronomical event.

Cambridge Touring Theatre brings interactive The Sword in the Stone to The Walled Gardens of Cannington near Bridgwater, with 15 per cent off tickets.

RNLI lifeguards warn swimmers of cold water shock and strong tides amid hot weather

The M5 northbound at J19 A369 Martcombe Road is partially blocked, and huge traffic delays have been reported due to an obstruction.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service say July has been its busiest month for emergency calls in a decade, attending over 750 fires so far

Man was taken to hospital after a lorry collided with the central reservation of the M5 between Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon

Firefighters from across Somerset have been in attendance at a large wildfire that broke out in Axbridge

Avon and Somerset Constabulary's approach to tackling suicides on the M5 has been criticised by a senior Somerset councillor

The Highway Code’s Rule 94 advises against using tinted glasses, lenses, or visors at night or in poor visibility if they limit how well you can see.

In a notice published in the Gazette on July 26, it was confirmed the business had gone into liquidation

An additional £15bn must be found for defence spending by 2029

Somerset has been listed among several areas in the country officially in drought following a hot and dry Summer, according to the Environment Agency.

Andy Roebuck, who leads Avon and Somerset forensic collision investigation unit, has provided a detailed explanation for the lengthy closures on the M5

A gardening expert has revealed how you can use washing up liquid to revive your dry lawn throughout the summer

Parents are being urged to claim Child Benefit even if they repay it through HMRC, to National Insurance credits and their future State Pension

Rare partial solar eclipse will be in the UK skies next month. Here's how and when you can see it

Rough sleepers in Somerset and across England face inconsistent support during heatwaves, with gaps in SWEP activation.

Sir Ashley Fox MP gives updates on school visits, Read2Succeed campaign, local business support, rural issues, and tackling organised crime on high streets.

Unity Beach resort in Brean, Somerset, unveils £11m lido, water park, new pub, arcade and family activities, boosting UK holiday accommodation options.

Six-bedroom period house with six en-suites for sale on Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea. £599,950. Listed by Greenslade Taylor Hunt estate agents.

Met Office forecast: Burnham-on-Sea to see warm, sunny weather with highs up to 26°C, strong winds, and high UV and pollen levels through 1 August.

Lyra Cole, who survived emergency brain surgery as a baby, has released her first original single in aid of brain tumour research.

Wessex Water has confirmed there is currently "no prospect" of a hosepipe ban

A Somerset school is celebrating achieving a nationally recognised award

Somerset motorists have suffered at the hands of frequent M5 closures - and National Highways has provided details of how it will fix the underlying issues

A further 300 Morrisons Daily branches across England and Wales will join the Snappy Shopper platform.

Experts are warning dog owners that their pet could be at risk of dehydrating but there are some simple tricks you can use to get them to drink more

Discover upcoming events in Burnham and Bridgwater, including free crafting, over-60s fitness classes, a Pink tribute, and a summer musical theatre workshop.

Emergency services have confirmed they attended an incident on the M5 in Somerset in which motorists left their vehicles

A large-scale search operation took place near the Somerset seafront with police and volunteers involved amid concerns for an individual