The operator of an M5 stop in Somerset that was recently named the worst has said they will continue investing in their facilities

From Weston-super-Mare to Bridgwater and Taunton, here's what became of Somerset's former Woolworths stores after the retail giant's collapse

Calling 999 and asking for an ambulance is something we hope we never have to do - but you are in good hands if you ever have to make that call

Red X signs are used to close lanes in the event of an obstruction, and ignoring them can result in a fine of up to £100 and three penalty points

Four million households without smart meters are urged to submit a meter reading before October 1 as energy prices rise and bills increase.

Fitness coach Pete Richards shares a simple 10-minute workout, proving you don't need hours of exercise to get fitter.

Somerset Council claims its average call waiting time is under six minutes - but many residents are waiting much longer and find officers unresponsive

See Somerset Camera Club members capture water scenes across Burnham-on-Sea, Wells’ Bishop’s Palace and Exmoor in this week’s featured images.

M5 motorists are being warned to prepare for significant delays as a series of oversized loads travel north at speeds of 25mph

Explore 43 pubs for sale on Rightmove across Bath, Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater, Frome, Wells and wider Somerset

easyJet has announced two new routes from Bristol Airport for summer 2027, with flights to Montpellier in France and Burgas in Bulgaria

Scientists have revealed the five staple food products that will increase in price by the end of 2026.

Parents typically wait until age five to open a savings account, potentially missing £3,794 in contributions

Tailbacks have been reported on the M5 Northbound in Somerset, with the current average speed at 25 mph following a multi-vehicle collision.

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

Letting your dog fully enjoy this environment can be very tempting, but a dog expert is warning that this could lead to some health issues

Clinton Rogers explores why fuel prices vary so widely across Somerset and questions soaring costs at motorway services.

Somerset Council is considering sweeping changes to car parking charges - with residents and businesses warning it will do more harm than good

Hovis strike action at Avonmouth paused on September 24 as Unite drivers vote on a revised pay offer, easing fears over bread supplies across Somerset

Hinkley Point B ceased generating energy in 2022 and was declared to be free of nuclear fuel earlier this year

Initial surveys are being undertaken as part of a £100m project to deliver a new junction to link the M5 to the Gravity enterprise zone

A petition calling for the Personal Allowance to rise from £12,570 to £18,000 has passed 75,000 signatures, with the September 30 deadline approaching.

More than 750,000 homes could benefit from cleaner, cheaper heating after the Government announced £90m of investment in heat networks

HMRC says 827,000 matured Child Trust Funds remain unclaimed, with young adults urged to check if they have an average £2,310 waiting.

Hovis delivery drivers based in Avonmouth are set to begin 'indefinite' strike action in a pay dispute, with warnings of Somerset bread shortages

The phenomenon, a type of high-altitude electrical discharge, was captured on camera in one of the clearest recordings to date

Burnham-on-Sea weather forecast: Sunny and cloudy spells this week, with highs of 23°C, some mist and light winds.

Motorists are set to face overnight M5 closures and reduced speed limits next month

Two people were assessed by paramedics after a van caught fire on the M5 in Somerset after a two-vehicle collision

Action Against Foxhunting (AAF) staged a protest before a full council meeting in Bridgwater and addressed councillors in the chamber

M5 incident has occurred on the southbound carriageway of the motorway between junctions 19 at Portishead and 20 at Clevedon

A vehicle fire on the M5 southbound between junctions 19 (Portishead) and 20 (Clevedon) is causing severe delays this morning (Tuesday, September 22)

Three M5 stops in Somerset have been named the worst in the UK in a new ranked list based on Google ratings

Only four fixed energy deals currently beat the October price cap, with the cheapest tariffs just 2% lower. See what households need to know before switching.

The latest disruption affected flights across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England on Monday

The AA is calling for an extension and increase to the current fuel duty cut, warning that small businesses and rural diesel users are under the most pressure

Ghost the Musical, comedy, country music and creative workshops feature in this week's events across Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater.

Somerset Council promised in July to invest £5.3m over the next two years to reduce backlogs regarding education, health and care plans (EHCPs)

James Raby has been banned from the road after speeding along the M5 between Taunton and Burnham-on-Sea at 105mph

House prices in Somerset are continuing to climb even as values across the South West edge downwards - but affordability remains a key issue

Four Somerset employers have been named by the Government after workers were found to have been underpaid the National Minimum Wage

One highlight for us was The Vietage by Anantara from Danang to Quy Nhon.

The proposals come amid growing pressure on Chancellor John Healey to announce measures in the upcoming Budget to address rising living costs

Blue Badge holders have been fined for parking in some parent and child bays, in one of the most misunderstood rules in UK car parks

Giving cash or transferring money into someone’s bank account may be a safer alternative, according to Mr Lewis

The Environment Agency (EA) is reviewing the 'trigger points' which govern its response to major flooding events in Somerset

Somerset's MPs were divided over the emotionally charged debate as legislation to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales was rejected

A report by Healthwatch Somerset has identified that many patients felt "embarrassing or uncomfortable" about speaking to pharmacists in public

Brean Beach and Portishead Beach have been named among the UK's 10 lowest-rated beaches in a ranking based on Google reviews

Here are some of the latest Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea offenders who have appeared in Magistrate’s Court