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Bournemouth Echo
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:38:56 +0000Community shock after teenager seriously injured in crash
The thoughts of a local community are with a teenage cyclist and his family after a crash in Weymouth
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000Harris Fowler proud to receive Excellence in Personal Injury Law Award 2025
Harris Fowler is delighted to have been recognised with the Excellence in Personal Injury Law Award 2025 by Lawyer International – Legal 100
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:29:28 +0000LIVE: Flood warnings issued for BCP ahead of heavy rainfall
Flood warnings issued as BCP set to experience heavy rainfall. Updates to follow.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:26:48 +0000Arcade in Poole set to close due to 'low footfall'
An arcade in Poole will closed its doors next month after low football has made the site "unviable in the current challenging economic climate".
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:03:37 +0000MP presses government on DBS failings
Liberal Democrat MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, Vikki Slade, has called for urgent reform of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) after hosting a Parliamentary Adjournment Debate on the issue.
Bridgwater Mercury
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sir Ashley Fox: Here's what I've been up to in Bridgwater recently
Sir Ashley Fox MP updates constituency on NHS pressures, care sector challenges, local business visits, and his opposition to the income tax threshold freeze.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Column: Why Bridgwater rejects racism and the rise of Reform UK
Bridgwater residents rally against racism, highlighting the town’s historic anti-racist stance. Article also discusses Reform UK and political shifts.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Somerset hospice appoints Joanna Hall as chief executive
Joanna Hall appointed CEO of St Margaret’s Hospice Care, bringing 25+ years' charity experience to lead free hospice services across Somerset.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000Harris Fowler proud to receive Excellence in Personal Injury Law Award 2025
Harris Fowler is delighted to have been recognised with the Excellence in Personal Injury Law Award 2025 by Lawyer International – Legal 100
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Four-bedroom bungalow in North Petherton on the market for £475k
Spacious four-bedroom bungalow for sale in North Petherton listed by Fox and Sons for £475,000. Large gardens, garage, prime location.
Bridport News
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:36:00 +0000Towns and villages across Dorset to get 20mph zones
20mph limits are to be introduced on roads in certain areas it has been announced.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:37:48 +0000'Act now' as flooding expected across county as heavy rain continues
RESIDENTS are being warned to 'act now' as flooding is expected in parts of Dorset
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:43:00 +0000Rare manuscript by town's celebrated pharmacist is secured
A rare autobiographical manuscript by Bridport’s celebrated pharmacist was acquired in auction
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:33:37 +0000"The sky was on fire with aurora" - stunning images captured of Dorset skies
Photographers across Dorset have been capturing breath-taking images of a natural phenomenon
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:29:00 +0000'Most successful' Lyme Lunge ever with thousands raised for sick children
Thousands of pounds was raised for terminally ill children at the Lyme Lunge on New Year’s Day
Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sir Ashley Fox: My latest work around the Bridgwater constituency
Sir Ashley Fox MP updates constituency on NHS pressures, care sector challenges, local business visits, and his opposition to the income tax threshold freeze.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Column: Why Bridgwater will fight back against the rise of Reform
Bridgwater residents rally against racism, highlighting the town’s historic anti-racist stance. Article also discusses Reform UK and political shifts.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Joanna Hall to lead Somerset hospice as new CEO
Joanna Hall appointed CEO of St Margaret’s Hospice Care, bringing 25+ years' charity experience to lead free hospice services across Somerset.
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Here's the weather forecast this week for Burnham-on-Sea
Met Office forecasts unsettled weather in Burnham-on-Sea this week, with rain, strong winds and changing temperatures. Full UK weather updates available.
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Holiday company in Brean to hold jobs day for seasonal roles
Unity Holidays hosts a recruitment day in Brean for seasonal jobs across food, housekeeping, lifeguarding and more. No experience needed; paid training offered.
Chard and Ilminster News
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Ilminster barn conversion with countryside views on sale for £435k
Three-bedroom barn conversion for sale in Ilminster for £435,000. Features countryside views, en-suite, double garage, garden, and no onward chain.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Four-bedroom detached house on the market in Chard for £425,000
Detached four-bedroom house for sale in Chard, with double garage, modern kitchen, EV charging, and large garden. Guide price of £425,000.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Rain forecast for remainder of working week in Chard
Chard weather forecast: Rain and strong winds to persist midweek, easing by Saturday. Drier weekend expected before overcast skies return Sunday.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Joanna Hall steps in as Somerset hospice’s new CEO
Joanna Hall appointed CEO of St Margaret’s Hospice Care, bringing 25+ years' charity experience to lead free hospice services across Somerset.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000Adam Dance MP: Fears for Yeovil's grassroots music scene
Grassroots music venues are more than just places to watch a band.
Western Daily Press
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Huge drops in waiting lists at local hospitals in win for the NHS
It's one of the biggest drops in 15 years
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Somerset MPs urge government to prevent 11 per cent council tax rise
The authority has a £73m budget gap
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Frome councillor demands share of £13.1m to tackle ‘unreliable’ bus services
A Frome councillor has demanded that recently-awarded government funding be used to address "unreliable" local bus services across the town.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Beloved husband and grandad among 22 death notices from Somerset
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:47:00 +0000More than 1,200 Bridgwater residents oppose plans for 220 new homes
'Let's do what we can to save our fields'