A community has been left in disbelief after a hot tub filled with rubbish was dumped on the side of a main road

MPs from Dorset have welcomed the u-turn on family farm tax but insist 'more must be done' to support farmers

GILLINGHAM will see a series of developments following Dorset Council’s latest planning decisions.

An inquest has opened into the death of a New Forest man who was found dead by the side of the road.

Storm Goretti is set to hit Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with strong winds. Updates to follow.

Balfour Beatty seeks approval to keep five goods vehicles at Woolavington Road. Submit objections to the Traffic Commissioner by 13 January 2026.

Bridgwater Town Council's Cllr Brian Smedley explains how local councils work, voter turnout in Somerset, and recent changes to council committee structure.

Tesco's 2025 Christmas Toy Donation campaign saw 834 toys gifted to children in Somerset, helping local families through stores in Taunton, Yeovil and more.

NHS South West aims to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 through increased HPV vaccination and cervical screening. Learn more about prevention and eligibility.

Bridgwater Town Council's offices in the Town Hall will be closed next week due to "essential maintenance".

A community has been left in disbelief after a hot tub filled with rubbish was dumped on the side of a main road

Police are searching for a prisoner who has absconded from prison whilst serving a sentence for attempted murder

Dorset could see winds of up to 60mph today

An animal centre in west Dorset has been forced to stop rescuing wild birds of prey in a decision owners described as ‘heart breaking’

A community will hold a demonstration calling for the urgent need for affordable housing in Bridport as they protest plans to build a luxury retirement complex

Tesco's 2025 Christmas Toy Donation campaign saw 834 toys gifted to children in Somerset, helping local families through stores in Taunton, Yeovil and more.

NHS South West aims to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 through increased HPV vaccination and cervical screening. Learn more about prevention and eligibility.

Somerset residents will face higher council bills in the spring - but no final decision has yet been made on exactly how big the increase will be

A care home in Burnham-on-Sea has been found in breach of four legal regulations and has been rated as 'requires improvement' by the CQC.

Storm Goretti is set to strike the UK this week, leaving even more snow, ice, and disruption in its path.

Yeovil MP Adam Dance introduces the Neurodivergence Bill to boost early screening and teacher training for neurodivergent children in UK primary schools.

A 79-year-old woman who has been holding peace vigils every Saturday in Ilminster town centre since summer has been asked to leave by the Town Council.

Detached two-bedroom bungalow for sale in Yatton, £365,000. Features modern kitchen, garage, gardens, excellent transport links, and full fibre broadband.

Tesco's 2025 Christmas Toy Donation campaign saw 834 toys gifted to children in Somerset, helping local families through stores in Taunton, Yeovil and more.

Yeovil’s Orchard Gymnastics celebrates IGA Club of the Year at Invitational Championships, with GB’s Saskia Servini inspiring young tumblers and future talent.

Zoe thought it was just festive fatigue, but then started to swell and was unable to move

The move would create new jobs

The cards give access to attractions like the Roman Baths

Time to bring a little colour to the greyest time of year

"We’re very proud of our little town and show it off a bit"