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Bournemouth Echo
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:39:47 +0000Plans for Bournemouth ice rink set to be refused - a week after opening
Bournemouth’s Christmas festive event could have planning permission refused just days after launching.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000All you need to know about the return of Winter Wanderland
Ringwood's Winter Wanderland returns 30 November with 80+ market stalls, live entertainment, Santa parade, Christmas lights, and free parking.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000MP fights for 'better protection' against cowboy builders
Tom Hayes MP urges Parliament to tackle rogue builders in Bournemouth East, calling for tougher regulations, licensing, and better protection for homeowners.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Road safety improvements planned at busy Dorset junction
Dorset Council to improve road safety at Gore Clump junction on the C13, with work from 24 Nov–19 Dec and closures on weekdays 24 Nov–12 Dec and overnight 15–17 Dec. A diversion via the A350 will be in place during the overnight closures, and a...
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000New initiative launched to support terminally ill patients
Marie Curie launches new Bournemouth initiative with North Bournemouth PCN to support terminally ill patients and advance care plans.
Bridgwater Mercury
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Blacksmith's cottage dating back to 1700s for sale near Stogursey
Historic blacksmith’s cottage for sale in Burton, near Stogursey. The Smithy offers four bedrooms, period features, large workshop and guide price of £470k.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Bridgwater planning applications: November 2-8, 2025
Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Charity helping families impacted by addiction praised by Bridgwater MP
Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox praises Burnham-on-Sea charity Broken Chains for supporting families affected by parental addiction and substance misuse.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Met Office weather forecast for Bridgwater this week
Bridgwater weather: Light showers and overcast skies early in the week, turning sunnier from Wednesday. Temperatures range from 0°C to 10°C.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Antibiotic-resistant infections climb in the South West
Antibiotic-resistant infections in the South West rose nine per cent in 2024, UKHSA reports, but remain the lowest in England.
Bridport News
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Comedian reverses decision to 'never return' to Dorset town
Comedian Geoff Norcott has changed his mind over 'never returning' to Bridport
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:39:00 +0000Residents who helped save pub with viral video attend awards ceremony
Villagers who made a video which helped save their beloved pub in Langton Herring attended this year’s TikTok Awards ceremony
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:58:00 +0000Concerns over plans for homes to be occupied at Vearse Farm before roundabout built
People in Bridport have described the possibility of more than 100 homes being occupied at Vearse Farm before roadworks are completed as ‘crazy’.
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:25:25 +0000Cold snap to continue with temperatures set to drop below freezing
A cold snap of weather will continue to sweep its way across the county this week
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 02:27:00 +0000Youth club looking to build up numbers after being saved
A west Dorset youth club is looking to build up its regular numbers following a successful relaunch of the group
Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Met Office weather forecast for Burnham-on-Sea this week
Burnham weather forecast: Light showers on Nov 18 and cloudy on Nov 22, with highs of 10°C and lows down to -2°C. Sunny intervals expected midweek.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000House with hot tub in garden up for sale in Edithmead for £475,000
Three-bedroom detached house in Edithmead, for sale at £475k. Features hot tub, countryside views, garage, and excellent M5 transport links.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Bridgwater MP praises work of Burnham-on-Sea substance abuse charity
Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox praises Burnham-on-Sea charity Broken Chains for supporting families affected by parental addiction and substance misuse.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Charity helping families impacted by addiction praised by Bridgwater MP
Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox praises Burnham-on-Sea charity Broken Chains for supporting families affected by parental addiction and substance misuse.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Met Office weather forecast for Bridgwater this week
Bridgwater weather: Light showers and overcast skies early in the week, turning sunnier from Wednesday. Temperatures range from 0°C to 10°C.
Chard and Ilminster News
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000South West sees increase in antibiotic-resistant infections
Antibiotic-resistant infections in the South West rose nine per cent in 2024, UKHSA reports, but remain the lowest in England.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000What's on in South Somerset this week: November 19-25, 2025
Discover top events in South Somerset, including Chard antiques fair, Doctor Who stars in Yeovil, Bat Out of Hell musical, and Christmas lights switch-on.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000School near Ilminster raises nearly £2,000 for BBC Children in Need
Neroche Primary School and Broadway community near Ilminster raise nearly £2,000 for BBC Children in Need.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:19:09 +0000Critically endangered wildcats could be released back in UK after public backs move
Wildcats could be about to make a comeback in the UK after a study found the public would back the decision.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000Somerset-shot BBC show among best shows from historical era
A BBC show that was filmed in Somerset has been named among the best television adaptations of a historical UK era, according to a historian.
Western Daily Press
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:39:39 +0000England legend's son pens new Somerset deal until 2028
Archie Vaughan has extended his stay at the County Ground
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:27:51 +0000A-road blocked after Weston-super-Mare crash
It was later cleared
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Frustration over 'gridlock' in town should be debated in Parliament, says MP
'One resident, Sadie, told me that because of the one-way system, her weekly taxi fare to the supermarket has risen from £7 to £20'
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Nearly 200 elves hit the ice in Somerset for the wildest record attempt
Move over Santas—this year Clarks Village unleashed 193 elves on ice to break records, melt hearts, and officially launch Christmas in elf-tacular style
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000New section of rural cycling route could link major housing estates
Both sections of path will be four metres wide