More than £2 million of government funding has been secured to deliver lifts to Pokesdown Railway Station after BCP Council approved funding cuts last month.

Bournemouth University have spoken out about meningitis vaccinations, following the 'tragic death' of a student last year and the recent outbreak in Kent.

From enchanted woods and magical lands, the real-world inspiration for her books is intrinsically linked to the stunning scenery of the South Coast.  

A coffee shop manager from Poole helped donate her dad’s brain to multiple sclerosis (MS) research after he told her it was his dying wish.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Gracie Donaghy, a Bridgwater electrical apprentice, reaches the Screwfix Trade Apprentice semi-finals, selected from 3,000 UK and Ireland applicants.

Ups and Downs Southwest opens new premises at Victoria Park Community Centre, Bridgwater, supporting children with Down syndrome. Mayor Kathy Pearce attends.

Sir Ashley Fox MP backs Bridgwater charity On Your Bike, which recycles bikes, offers repairs, training and employment support, and seeks new trustees.

NSPCC data shows a rise in UK online child abuse image offences, with Snapchat and Meta platforms implicated. Charity urges tougher tech and government action.

Angel Place Shopping Centre in Bridgwater hosts spring community events, including Easter workshops, Kindness Day, and support for local independent retailers.

Residents in Bridport have raised concerns about the “extremely poor” quality of the roads and amount of potholes in the town centre

A vicar who suffered serious injuries in a horror crash walked a half marathon in crutches

A BRIDPORT bar has been forced to run as a pop-up due to the 'economic climate' making it 'no longer viable' to have a physical venue

AS spring approaches, dog walkers are being reminded of their responsibilities when taking a stroll through the countryside.

Eight years after the 2018 ‘Mini Beast from the East’, we look back at the heavy snow that closed roads, schools and events across west Dorset on March 19.

North Somerset faces the UK’s highest council tax rise, as soaring social care costs and government funding cuts force local service reductions.

Somerset faces rapid population growth and new housing developments despite UK falling birth rates, raising concerns over NHS, GP and infrastructure strain.

NSPCC data shows a rise in UK online child abuse image offences, with Snapchat and Meta platforms implicated. Charity urges tougher tech and government action.

Construction begins on Valley Oaks, Winscombe - 68 new homes, including 32 affordable, from Alliance Homes and Woodstock Homes. EPC A, eco-friendly.

Police have issued an appeal after a woman died in hospital after an incident in Cheddar, Somerset, and two people have been arrested and released on police bail.

Somerset faces rapid population growth and new housing developments despite UK falling birth rates, raising concerns over NHS, GP and infrastructure strain.

St Gildas Catholic Primary in Yeovil marks World Book Day with a non-fiction theme, inspiring pupils amid UK concerns over children’s reading habits.

NSPCC data shows a rise in UK online child abuse image offences, with Snapchat and Meta platforms implicated. Charity urges tougher tech and government action.

Thousands join Cancer Research UK’s Walk All Over Cancer challenge, raising funds and awareness as NHS expands lung, bowel, and cervical cancer screening.

Discover top events in South Somerset this week: Fiddler on the Roof in Yeovil, Bob Fox live, Red Nose Day fundraiser, Yeovil Town v Morecambe, and more.

Emergency services remain at the scene

The A303 was closed in one direction after a two vehicle crash this morning. Emergency services were at the scene and motorists were advised to expect delays.

All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Recreation Ground

Construction will start in the coming months

This secret Somerset beach at the foot of the Quantocks boasts two stunning waterfalls and is ideal for a family day out