A fundraising motorbike ride is set to bring together more than 1,000 riders this weekend.

There was good news for the Cherries’ Vitality Stadium expansion plans this week as they were recommended for approval by a committee next week – here’s everything you need to know.

Slam-door trains — called for the noise made by the manually operated doors when pulled shut — were the stuff of the British rail system.

The Fighting Cocks is the edge of the New Forest pub which attracts worldwide interest and where 'first-time visitors quickly become regulars'.

Tiien Thai in Bournemouth has been named among the UK's top 100 curry restaurants according to the Asian Catering Federation

Bridgwater Town Council is exploring a publicly-owned municipal bus service to boost local transport, improve connectivity, and address recent bus disruptions.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of texture.

Here are some of the latest Taunton and wider Somerset offenders who have appeared in Taunton, North Somerset and Yeovil Magistrates’ Courts.

North Petherton Cricket and Football Clubs unite for the Charlie Coles Cup fundraiser on 24 May, supporting local teen Charlie Coles’ leukaemia battle.

Puriton Primary School in Somerset receives £1,000 donation from David Wilson Redrow South West for new Collins Big Cat books, boosting literacy and reading.

A group has been launched to secure the future of a much-loved venue in Bridport that has been put up for sale

A much-loved community event returned to Bridport celebrating the historic trade that put the town on the map

Here is when there was a controversial proposal made for Lyme Regis to become part of Devon in the 1960s

These seven nostalgic photos from 2005 reveal reception classes across West Dorset, capturing early school life and memories for a generation.

A 15ft shark caught off the Dorset coast 50 years ago in 1976 sparked ‘Jaws’ fears and beach warnings

Burnham-on-Sea karting star Ethan McNally-Roberts praised by MP Sir Ashley Fox for national racing success, leading DRS50 Championship and seeking sponsors.

Burnham-on-Sea Infant School receives a life-saving anaphylaxis kit, donated by Unity Holidays, ahead of new 'Benedict’s Law' allergy safety rules.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of texture.

North Petherton Cricket and Football Clubs unite for the Charlie Coles Cup fundraiser on 24 May, supporting local teen Charlie Coles’ leukaemia battle.

Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox backs the 'Help Our Canal' campaign to restore Somerset’s Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, urging urgent repairs to historic locks.

The Great Big Green Swap Shop returns to Ilminster on 13 June for the Midsummer Experience, promoting sustainable living with clothes, book, and toy swaps.

HMS Campion ship's bell returns to Chard Guildhall after cleaning. Historic naval artefact, gifted for WWII community efforts, now on permanent display.

Ferne Animal Sanctuary near Chard hosts a wildlife day on 25 May with family activities, talks, pond dipping, arts, and photography workshops. Book online.

Tatworth Primary School unveils new outdoor play trail, funded by the Stonham brothers’ legacy, enhancing pupils’ play and learning in South Somerset village.

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of texture.

Dr Francesco Lo Monaco has explained why

It is loved for its huge, picturesque gardens

'We are indebted to the people of Watchet and the surrounding areas'

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Singing by the campfire is on the menu