The A31 is still closed both ways this morning several hours after a vehicle fire spread to the central reservation. We will be bringing you latest updates.

The beat of a snare drum and blast of a brass horn were once the soundtrack of our communities.

People are being invited to take part in a sponsored walk or cycle to support the Dorset Historic Churches Trust.

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary road works in August due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

Jessica Toale MP on the fire risk to Dorset's lowland heathland and her new role as parliamentary champion for the sand lizard.

Four-bedroom house with paddock and two acres for sale on Charlynch Road, Spaxton near Bridgwater

Discover upcoming events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including Trio Paradis classical concert, lino printing workshop, tennis tournament, and mindfulness walk.

Nonwovenn, Bridgwater-based nonwoven fabric specialist, appoints Robert Green as US business development director to drive American market expansion.

Puriton Parish Council launches ‘Puriton Prepares’ emergency resilience scheme at Party in the Park, helping residents plan for flooding, power cuts and more.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of nature at its wildest in Somerset.

OFFICERS have been stepping up patrols in West Bay aimed at tackling anti-social driving and retail crime

A week of festivities has come to an end in a west Dorset town as crowds gathered for its much-loved annual carnival

Bridport Neighbourhood Policing Team identified a vehicle believed to be linked to drug activity through intelligence-led policing.

Forecasters warn the extreme heat could disrupt transport and power networks as dry, hot weather continues to grip the country.

Gardeners have been advised to cut back 6 plants in August for an extra boost of flowers, including hardy geraniums and Delphiniums

Four-bedroom period property for sale on Stoddens Road, Burnham-on-Sea. £575,000

Discover upcoming events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including Trio Paradis classical concert, lino printing workshop, tennis tournament, and mindfulness walk.

The Bristol Bridge Inn in Highbridge applies for a new premises licence to sell alcohol and play recorded music. Submit feedback to Somerset Council by Aug 27.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of nature at its wildest in Somerset.

JD Wetherspoon has announced that Meta Glasses (and other smart glasses) are now banned from all its UK pubs.

Five-bedroom detached house in Fairfield, Ilminster for sale at £523,000. Features a bespoke kitchen, double garage, and garden

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of nature at its wildest in Somerset.

Richard Cosby has been sentenced in magistrates’ court for criminal damage and assault by beating in Crewkerne.

Somerset Council's decision to remove wetlands from a development of 252 homes drew comparisons to a classic scene from Only Fools and Horses

JD Wetherspoon has announced that Meta Glasses (and other smart glasses) are now banned from all its UK pubs.

Three Ways School was described as "an inspiring and compassionate learning community"

'We recognise that our failures may have had serious and lasting consequences for Mr Baker and his family'

'It's an exciting new chapter for Bridgwater South'

Somerset crushed by seven wickets - but a final day win (and the other results going their way) - and they can progress to the quarter finals

And has not yet given up hope of the British driver being able to defend his crown.