UK South West England

Bournemouth Echo

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:35:00 +0100
The New Forest is full of literary connections and a tale to tell
This picturesque spot, has been a muse for some of England’s most celebrated authors.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Bournemouth's best days aren't behind us, they haven't even got going yet'
The talent, drive, and ambition of those who live and work here.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:05:28 +0100
Moment dad saw mansion for the first time after big win
A video has shown the moment that a dad-of-one won the keys to a luxurious New Forest mansion and half a million pounds in cash in an Omaze draw.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:16:49 +0100
"Shocked" parents call on council to prevent closure of pre-school
Concerned parents are calling on Dorset Council to prevent the closure of a charity supporting preschool children with additional needs

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:47:00 +0100
Tonnes of rubbish and bags of litter picked up by council workers
New Forest District Council (NFDC) says its streetscene team has collected over 100 bags of litter in Fordingbridge and Totton.

Bridgwater Mercury

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Bridgwater this week: October 14-20, 2025
Enjoy top events in Bridgwater this week: Queen tribute band, Simon Brodkin at Bridgwater Comedy Club, Acoustic Night, and Black History Month celebrations.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater MP objects to plans for up to 450 new homes in village
Sir Ashley Fox MP objects to plans for up to 450 new homes in Woolavington, Somerset, citing traffic, GP and dental strain, and infrastructure concerns.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Closure affecting two Bridgwater roads set to be in place for 12 days
Somerset Council has issued a temporary traffic order affecting Westonzoyland Road and Eastern Avenue for a 12-day road closure, October 17-24.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Plans to install new toucan crossing announced in Bridgwater
Somerset Council plans new staggered toucan crossing on Ascot Drive, Bridgwater, near A38 Bristol Road roundabout.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Right-turn ban on A39 to be implemented for safety barrier repairs
A39 Western Way, Bridgwater: Temporary right-turn ban onto Wylds Road (East Quay) for safety barrier repairs on 20 Oct 2025.

Bridport News

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:10:14 +0100
Tragedy as person dies on the railway
An emergency on the railway is causing major travel disruption

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What a view! See Bridport from above 25 years ago
The month of October has been a colourful one for happenings in the Bridport area.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 01:38:00 +0100
Dorset author's novel to become a film - after backing from Hollywood star
AN AUTHOR has told how the county of Dorset inspired her to write a best-selling novel that is set to be turned into a film

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:05 +0100
Major road to close tonight as repair works continue
The A35 is set to close tonight as yet more work is carried out

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:41:13 +0100
Car destroyed in blaze
Firefighters have been tackling a late night car blaze

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Burnham-on-Sea this week, October 14-20, 2025
Discover community events in and around Burnham this week. Dementia-friendly church service, men's shed, coffee morning, and Burnham Netball Club.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:46:33 +0100
Sir Ashley Fox to host Pensioners' Fair at Burnham-on-Sea Methodist Church
Sir Ashley Fox MP is set to host a Pensioners' Fair in Burnham-on-Sea.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:03:32 +0100
New SEND unit opens at Somerset school to support children
A new SEND unit has officially opened to support children with speech, language, and communication needs.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:58:00 +0100
Toilet limescale can be gone in a flash if households use this one 30p item
Lemons and lemon juice can be used to help clean those stubborn limescale spots in your toilet - here's how.

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:52:27 +0100
Households urged to buy washing-up liquid for this reason (it's not the dishes)
UK households can pour washing-up liquid down their drains to help unblock them. Here is how it works.

Chard and Ilminster News

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Road in Combe St Nicholas to be closed for three days
Somerset Council will close Ham Farm Lane, Combe St Nicholas, for Openreach ducting works from 20–22 October.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Road in Closworth to close for six hours in October
Yeovil Road, Closworth, Somerset, will close on October 17 from 9.30am–3.30pm for Openreach pole works.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset Council calls on residents to report rough sleepers
Somerset Council urges residents to report rough sleepers via StreetLink for World Homelessness Day. Find out more.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Charity concert to remember Ilminster Ukulele Club member
Ilminster Ukulele Club charity concert at Warehouse Theatre on 23 October supporting St Margaret’s Hospice in memory of Denise Robins. Tickets £10.

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Train travel to be free for military personnel this Remembrance
Serving military personnel and veterans can get free rail travel across Great Britain for Remembrance services. Also for RBL volunteers for London Poppy Day.

Western Daily Press

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:48:13 +0000
M5 traffic clears after crash in Somerset
The motorway is partially blocked

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:44 +0000
Bridgwater student secures job at nursing home after winning hearts
Seventeen-year-old Olive Trowsdale is now a permanent team member at Avalon Nursing Home after volunteering above and beyond during her placement.

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:30 +0000
Touching the Void climber Simon Yates to speak at Salisbury Guildhall
Famed explorer behind Touching the Voidexpedition to appear in Salisbury for one-night talk on climbing the world's most remote mountains

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:19 +0000
Teen wins global essay prize for challenging justice norms
Matthew Wong, 18, beat over 63,000 entrants to win the John Locke Institute’s Law Essay Prize with a thought-provoking piece on justice and rehabilitation

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The Government is serving you a dodgy pint - don’t risk a nasty hangover
Sir Keir Starmer's “British night out” will end in a hangover for local democracy

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