UK South West England
Bournemouth Echo
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:21:45 +0100Traffic and travel: Delays in Poole after accident
Delays in Poole after reported accident- updates on traffic and travel to follow.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100Coach driver fired after carrying first aid kit and defibrillator on board
Matthew Patis, from Hampshire, is a trained first responder through the GoodSAM platform, and formerly worked as a driver for Daish's Coaches, based in Ringwood.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100Man aims to restore 'unity' by bringing back 'iconic' Bournemouth hot air balloon
A man is looking to restore 'togetherness' and 'unity' by bringing back the much-loved hot air balloon to Bournemouth gardens.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100Hotel owner denies claims HMO plans are for asylum seekers
TWO Bournemouth hotels have submitted retrospective planning applications seeking permission to convert their premises into HMO's.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100Woman, 31, died suddenly with 'unidentified particles' found in bloodstream
A 31-YEAR-OLD died suddenly after suffering sepsis, an inquest heard.
Bridgwater Mercury
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Cllr Brian Smedley: Why I didn't go to the Conservative Party Conference
Tories are sinking across Somerset, with Reform UK benefiting. Flag issue highlighted as Conservatives face a power struggle for who’s their next leader.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:01:37 +0100Can I be fined for driving 1mph over the speed limit? All you need to know
Speeding is not only dangerous but also against the law, but can you be fined for driving 1mph over the speed limit?
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:59:53 +0100HMRC personal allowance could double for State Pensioners after new campaign
A campaign to double the HMRC income tax personal allowance threshold from £12,570 to £25,140 is the fastest growing petition in the UK.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:56:17 +0100A collection of empty crisp packets sells for £1,000 - brands to look out for
A collection of empty crisp bags made a pretty packet at auction - selling for an eye-watering £1,000 on eBay.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Four-bedroom house in Bridgwater on the market for £250,000
Four-bedroom detached house for sale in Bridgwater, Monmouth Street, £250,000. No onward chain, near town centre, M5 access, listed by Connells.
Bridport News
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 03:30:00 +0100Work to restore dangerous footpath could be started soon
Work to reinstate a footpath in Bridport may get underway before Christmas, after concerns for safety have been raised by residents
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:26:00 +0100Latest planning applications listed for west Dorset
PLANS have been submitted for changes to properties in Bridport and nearby villages - ranging from home improvements to more substantial redevelopments.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:35:37 +0100Thousands still without internet after car crashes into telegraph pole
Residents in Beaminster are still struggling without broadband after a car went up in flames after crashing into a telegraph pole
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:07:00 +0100Local pair star in newest series of thrilling TV show
A pair of agricultural workers that are 'used to roughing it' have made a splash in the latest series of a popular TV show
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:06:08 +0100Girl injured in hit and run
A YOUNG girl has been injured during a hit and run in Dorchester
Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Cloud and sun forecast by Met Office for Burnham this week
Burnham forecast: 14–18 October. Mostly overcast with some sunny intervals. Temperatures steady at highs of 15–16°C, lows of 8–9°C.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:19:00 +0100Somerset MP pays tribute to former council leader who lost 'much-loved twins'
MPs have marked Baby Loss Awareness Week by calling on the government to provide more consistent support for bereaved parents
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What'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 15:45:50 +0100'My son begged me to kill him': Somerset parents call for SEND reforms
"Our children’s futures are being decided by spreadsheets, not by compassion. No child should be left to spiral until it’s too late"
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:46:33 +0100Sir 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.
Chard and Ilminster News
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Four bedroom house in Ilminster cul-de-sac for sale for £400k
Spacious four-bed link-detached house for sale chain-free in Ilminster, Heron Way. Features garage, conservatory, ensuite, driveway and low-maintenance garden.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100University student from Chard wins award for placement performance
Matt Zielinski, a student from Chard, wins University of Plymouth Industrial Placement Award at the CECA South West Young Achiever Awards.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Four-bed home in Chard on market for first time in 43 years
Four-bedroom detached house for sale in Chard, £465,000. Sought-after Monmouth Court location, modernisation needed, no onward chain, excellent plot.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Adam Dance: ASDA's Tickled Pink campaign is about more than fundraising
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Asda’s Tickled Pink campaign supports Breast Cancer Now, CoppaFeel! and early diagnosis.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Primary school wins three prizes at Chard children's carnival
Redstart Primary School pupils win awards at the children's carnival in Chard for The Greatest Showman entry, praised for creativity and teamwork.
Western Daily Press
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000Somerset’s newest railway station set to have more than 150 homes
Plans for 161 homes within the site are in
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:41:00 +0000Plan to stop floods as £6 million River Tone defences approved
New concrete defences will reduce flood risk to homes, roads and regeneration sites across Taunton
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:35:00 +0000Families flock to Somerset café where menu includes free advice
The Den isn’t just another café, t’s a lifeline for families.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:32:00 +0000Social tenants in ‘poshest village’ won't be kicked out of homes
Residents in the South West village will not now be moved out of their homes.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:31:00 +0000Somerset MP pays tribute to former council leader who lost ‘much-loved twins’
John Osman and his wife Holly, who live in Wells, suffered a tragic loss in November 2018 when their twins Logan and Lottie were born four months premature, both dying less than an hour after being delivered.