Western Daily Press
Wed, 13 May 2026 08:06:46 +0000'Mind blowing' detective drama that 'gets better and better' shot near Somerset
The six-part series is based on a harrowing true story about the disappearance of a woman.
Wed, 13 May 2026 07:09:03 +0000
Bid for 10,000-capacity arena at Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare approved
It will become one of the south west's biggest live music venues
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Measures to protect Taunton green space ruled out 24 hours before travellers arrived
Eight caravans moved in
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater health and care academy may not open until spring 2028
Construction to begin once planning permission has been granted
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Dates for Bridgwater roadworks to restore Celebration Mile parking confirmed
The road will be closed while the work is done
Tue, 12 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
Blocked fire exits and safety concerns at Royal United Hospital in Bath
Emergency care is under 'enormous and unsustainable pressure'
Tue, 12 May 2026 19:50:41 +0000
UK heatwave maps show Somerset facing four-day hot spell
Weather maps suggest a four-day hot spell could bring temperatures as high as 27C to parts of the UK later this May, with 18 counties potentially seeing highs of 25C or above between May 22 and 25.
Tue, 12 May 2026 16:10:09 +0000
BBC Somerset broadcaster forced to apologise after 'awkward' blunder on live show
WARNING: CONTAINS OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE: BBC Somerset listeners were left gobsmacked after an offensive word was accidentally broadcast during Simon Parkin's live show
Tue, 12 May 2026 15:17:54 +0000
Midsomer Norton stabbing leaves victim in hospital as man and child arrested
The older suspect, charged with a list of offences, has been named by police
Tue, 12 May 2026 15:08:53 +0000
Plans for one of the biggest live music arenas in the South West could get the go-ahead tonight
Live Nation wants to turn Weston-super-Mare's Tropicana into a 10,000-person arena
Tue, 12 May 2026 13:34:34 +0000
Horror crash in Somerset village as teen dies and driver arrested
Three people were taken to hospital
Tue, 12 May 2026 13:08:45 +0000
Lazy Town star looks unrecognisable 20 years after ditching iconic pink wig
Lazy Town was among the most popular TV shows for children in the early 2000s, and one star of the programme has shared an update on where she is now
Tue, 12 May 2026 12:23:58 +0000
'Superb' BBC true crime series filmed in Somerset based on shocking true story
The four-part true crime drama starring Timothy Spall was filmed across Bristol, Bath and Somerset and is now streaming free
Tue, 12 May 2026 11:27:43 +0000
'Falling apart' red recycling bags to be replaced
Some have been turning white and disintegrating
Tue, 12 May 2026 11:24:19 +0000
Teen charged after Weston-super-Mare late-night attack
He has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent
Tue, 12 May 2026 09:26:59 +0000
Somerset charity We Hear You threatened with closure saved by flood of support
In February, they feared they would have to shut down. In May, they're back on their feet
Tue, 12 May 2026 07:45:57 +0000
Young woman dies in M5 tragedy
Police have issued an awful update
Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset councillor and former parliamentary candidate granted leave of absence
It means she won't have to attend any meetings
Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
HMO on busy Bridgwater street could still expand as appeal lodged
The plan was turned down originally
Tue, 12 May 2026 04:45:00 +0000
Nailsea footpath still closed after nine months as row continues
The owner wants to develop it, the town council want to reopen it
Tue, 12 May 2026 04:14:00 +0000
Universal Credit hardship payment - up to £812 DWP support available
Eligible Universal Credit claimants may be able to access DWP financial support
Mon, 11 May 2026 16:53:22 +0000
Somerset beaten by Glamorgan in nail-biter after Ryan Hadley heroics
An improbable century partnership from Sean Dickson and Ryan Hadley pulled off a nail-biting two-wicket win despite Somerset’s late comeback.
Mon, 11 May 2026 15:25:22 +0000
Escape to the Country buyers 'give up dream' after U-turn on Somerset property
The latest episode of Escape to the Country saw a mother and daughter search for their dream home in Somerset
Mon, 11 May 2026 14:52:05 +0000
North Somerset is still Somerset, declares council leader on Somerset Day
Today (May 11) is Somerset Day, marking the day in 878 that Alfred the Great called on “all the people of Somerset” to march with him against the Vikings
Mon, 11 May 2026 14:26:09 +0000
UK's top royal super-fan from Somerset who late Queen dubbed 'Union Jack man' dies aged 91
Alongside his love of the royals, Terry was a "tireless" campaigner for the NHS and restoration of Birnbeck Pier