Cars badly damaged in outbuilding fire
TWO cars were damaged after a fire in a garage in Cheddar. The incident, at just after 3.40pm on Sunday…
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Landmark Somerset antiques shop to close after 50 years as popular dealer retires
A CREWKERNE stalwart is retiring from running a town antiques business – with the site now up for…
Roadworks in Bridgwater and Wellington delayed due to bad weather
ROADWORKS due to start tonight (February 9) on busy routes near Wellington and in Bridgwater have been postponed. Bad…
Tributes to former Wells mayor Tony Robbins, who has passed away ‘unexpectedly’
FLAGS are flying at half mast in Wells after the sudden passing of veteran representative ad former mayor, Tony…
Childcare worker Nathan Bennett found guilty of 21 child sex offences
A CHILDCARE worker from Somerset has been convicted of 21 sexual offences against children in Bristol. Nathan Bennett, of Corston,…
CCTV appeal after Taunton takeaway window damaged
POLICE are keen to trace this person after the window of a Taunton restaurant and takeaway was damaged. Officers…
Trevor Nex handed hefty ban after police found open bottle of port in 4×4
TREVOR Nex has been banned from driving after being found with an open bottle of port while behind the wheel…
PINTS FROM THE PAST: Somerset pubs then and now – do you recognise them?
PUBS have been a mainstay of Somerset communities for generations. The ‘local’ has been a meeting point – and a…
West Somerset bakery looks to expand – and build new industrial units
A WEST Somerset bakery could soon expand – and offer two industrial units for lease – if plans are…
£5,000 boost for weekly support sessions in Chard
ISOLATED adults in the Chard area will benefit from support and connection thanks to a £5,000 charity grant. The cash,…
School hits top note to win top accreditation for organ efforts
AN independent school near Sherborne has hit the right note with a musical body and been awarded a prestigious…
Arrest after crash in West Somerset left one person with “serious injuries”
A PASSENGER was left with “serious injuries” after a crash in West Somerset – with a person later arrested…
Dozens of Somerset women get faster breast cancer treatment after self referring
WOMEN with symptoms of breast cancer are taking advantage of a new self-referral system – including 34 who have…
Somerset restaurants ranked among the best in the UK: Full list
SOMERSET restaurants have been ranked among the best in the country. Independent restaurant guide Square Meal has compiled a list…
Somerset business group plans meetings throughout 2026 after successful launch
A BUSINESS networking breakfast group has announced a schedule of 2026 meetings after a successful launch. The Connects Minehead…
Anti-social behaviour order active in Frome town centre this weekend
POLICE will be able to disperse anyone acting in an anti-social way in Frome this weekend after securing an…
Somerset holiday park wants to expand bar/restaurant facilities
A BAR and restaurant at a Somerset holiday park could be expanded, if plans are approved. Planware Ltd, on behalf…
Levellers, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and more for four-day Wychwood Festival
LEVELLERS have been revealed as a headliner at the 2026 Wychwood Festival – which is also stretching to four…
Garage and contents in Bridgwater “100% destroyed” by fire this morning
A GARAGE in Bridgwater was completely destroyed by fire in the early hours of this morning (February 6). Crews from…
Police increasing patrols in North Somerset village amid reports of anti-social behaviour
YOUNGSTERS are causing problems in a North Somerset village – with police increasing patrols to tackle the problem. Avon &…
Company that runs Brean Theme Park in Somerset goes into liquidation
BREAN Theme Park has gone into liquidation – plunging the future of the Somerset attraction into doubt. The company that…