Western Daily Press
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 08:33:42 +0000Somerset warned to 'be prepared' for flooding after torrential rain
Five flood alerts have been issued across the county
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 07:18:23 +0000
Everything we know so far after serious crash shuts M5
The crash happened late last night
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:45:44 +0000
M5 diversion route in full after serious crash shuts motorway all night
It's been closed since last night
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Finances 'red' at every council auditors have seen as SEND debts mount
'We have systemic issues in local government that are then flagged as a red issue for us organisationally'
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Estate to be demolished early next year
It was recently fenced off.
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Decision on 1,450 homes delayed by highways and viability issues
'With it being a month ’til Christmas, I thought I’d bring you an early present – not a good present, though'
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Children in growing Somerset village can enjoy car-free route to school
Children and young people in a growing Somerset village can now enjoy a safer route to school thanks to the latest extension of a long-distance cycle route.
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
What to do if your new recycling red bag is falling apart
You can get a replacement — but there is a catch
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 00:51:37 +0000
Live: M5 closure live to stay in place for hours as police shut motorway in both directions
Diversion routes are in place for traffic in both directions.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:06:07 +0000
'My son survived Liverpool parade horror - it was utterly traumatic'
Paul Doyle drove through a huge crowd of people at Liverpool's victory parade
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 21:38:57 +0000
Somerset pensioner trapped in Chile prison as escape plan crumbles
His neighbours were shocked when he was detained
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:58:08 +0000
Police reassure Wincanton residents after 'concerning' incident
Police said they don't believe there is 'any risk to the wider public'
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:23:10 +0000
Couple shut fish and chip shop after 'cherished' 39 years
“We have watched children grow up and bring their own children in for a Friday night treat"
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:18:45 +0000
Bath Rugby player ratings from Saracens win - 'Showed his X-factor'
Bath Rugby beat Saracens 36-29 at the StoneX Stadium on Saturday in Round Six of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:59:39 +0000
Lando Norris bid for F1 glory on hold as Max Verstappen takes Qatar win
Max Verstappen cashed in on a calamitous McLaren strategy decision to win the Qatar Grand Prix.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:46:43 +0000
Henry Arundell shines as Bath Rugby go top with win at Saracens
Bath Rugby beat Saracens 36-29 at the StoneX Stadium on Saturday in Round Six of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:16:55 +0000
'Attempted murder' in quiet Somerset town
A man suffered potentially life-changing injuries
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:35:30 +0000
'Mummy's home': Service families reunited for Christmas as ships return to home bases
'Phoebe joined in Japan so it's been four months of solo daddying whilst maintaining the day job but Ophelia has made it easy for me.'
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:28:03 +0000
Weston-super-Mare miss chance to go top after Horsham draw
Second on goal difference behind Torquay United now
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:20:09 +0000
'Impressive' robot vacuum cleaner is £150 off but you'll have to be quick
'This robot cleaner became an indispensable tool for me. Its performance is astonishing'
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:51:19 +0000
Teenage bike rider killed in lorry crash
Police are appealing for four other drivers at the scene to get in touch
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:33:13 +0000
Yeovil Town winless run ends and gives new manager special day
Yeovil Town began the Billy Rowley era in style - with smiles back on faces
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:59:02 +0000
End of an era as newsagent in same family for more than 100 years closes for final time
Colin Morris, 80, who was born above the Burnham-On-Sea shop, says 'I'm getting too old and my legs are getting tired'
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:23:04 +0000
Saracens 29-36 Bath Rugby LIVE: Highlights and reaction after a Gallagher PREM classic
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the StoneX Stadium
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 09:16:54 +0000
Somerset braces for rain deluge over 29 hours with Met Office warning issued
There is a warning of disruption on the roads and the risk of power cuts