Western Daily Press

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:16:26 +0000
Yeovil Town hoping to put on a show in FA Trophy campaign
“It is hugely important, it is five or six games from Wembley,”

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Somerset’s ‘tremendous’ Slinky service to benefit from six new minibuses
'A prior trial in the Somerton area of the Digital Slinky upgrade has proved to be a tremendous success since its launch'

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Public inquiry to settle fate of 20 homes planned for small Somerset village
Of the 20 homes planned for the site, six would be affordable

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Mansion tax slammed as ‘completely unfair’ by top Bath councillor
'It is a sticking plaster for tax promises the government made without a proper plan'

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Man hit by car after multi-vehicle pile up meets 'true lifesavers'
He suffered 26 fractures overall after bypass incident

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Council says it 'almost certainly' needs exceptional council tax increase
'Every pound we raise from higher council tax rises we will use to protect essential services'

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:31:14 +0000
The nine areas of Somerset that could flood tonight
Flooding is possible across the region

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:25:37 +0000
Erratic drug driver could barely speak when police pulled him over
Jack Brownless had several bags of drugs in his Mercedes

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:30:56 +0000
Somerset men named and charged after spate of burglaries
The burglaries happened whilst the householders slept

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:23:38 +0000
Police shut down dodgy Taunton shop
Parents were among those who raised concerns about what was being sold there

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:08:28 +0000
Fitness guru Joe Wicks is coming to give Bath a massive health boost
The nation’s favourite PE teacher is coming to town with a plan to banish your winter blues and get the whole city moving—here is how you can meet the Body Coach himself

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:03:57 +0000
Keir Starmer grilled as Bath families ‘left in the lurch’ by frozen funding for special school
'Vulnerable children in Bath cannot be expected to pay the price for the government’s inaction'

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:27:15 +0000
South West neighbours share whopping £18.3M jackpot
Just in time for Christmas

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:37:33 +0000
Lando Norris nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year
The F1 World Champion is among the six names going for the prize

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Plans for 140 new homes clear first hurdle
'The development will provide a mix of housing types to reflect local demand and need'

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Bath school celebrates 'deeply meaningful' national award
"We do not do this work for awards—we do it for the children."

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
North Somerset could end up under mayor it did not vote for
The West of England Mayor elections would not be brought forward if North Somerset joins WECA

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Motorway services farm shop transforms into winter wonderland
A motorway service station has been turned into a festive hub featuring local produce, handcrafted gifts and seasonal treats for weary drivers

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:14:00 +0000
Yeovil Town chairman pens open letter to fans after trip to Somerset
“Our time in Yeovil was busy but inspiring. We met with supporters, sponsors, local businesses, community leaders, and the squad."

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:53:00 +0000
Council seeks to avoid ‘any more grief’ on Somerset local election boundaries
'There are a lot of new developments going on which are not shown on their maps – they've not taken account of that'

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:32 +0000
The ten areas of Somerset still on flood alert after Storm Bram
Locals in one area have been advised to move family and pets to safety

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:57:25 +0000
'Truly horrendous' sexual assault as girl runs away in park
Police have released footage of a man they want to speak to

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Jailed councillor may not have to stand down as appeal planned
'The current sentence is comparable to those handed out to the Southport rioters in 2024'

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Village says ‘use your loaf’ to plan to build on farmland
'Why NSC are still including this precious land in their local plan? It should be removed'

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