Here’s why Somerset recycling collections are delayed – and when they’ll go back to normal
SICKNESS, a shortage of drivers and staff turnover are behind several weeks of delayed recycling collections in Somerset -…
‘Lifesaving’ bleed kits vandalised in Bridgwater
TWO bleed kits – designed to help provide first aid after an emergency – have been vandalised in Bridgwater. The…
Person rescued from fire at property in Bridgwater
A PERSON was treated for smoke inhalation after a fire at a property in Bridgwater. Firefighters from Taunton and Bridgwater…
Somerset suicide prevention charity ‘facing closure’ after eviction notice
AN award-winning Somerset suicide prevention charity that supports children and young adults is facing closure after being served with…
Shed “completely destroyed” by fire near Bridgwater
A SHED was “completely destroyed” in a fire near Bridgwater this afternoon (September 30). Firefighters from Bridgwater were sent to…
£10 million work to reduce Somerset flood risk nearing completion
WORK on a £10 million scheme aimed at reducing flood risk on the Somerset Moors and Levels is nearing…
Opposition leader brands Celebration Mile work in Bridgwater “an absolute shambles”
“IT’S been an absolute shambles.” Those were the words of Somerset Councillor Diogo Rodrigues (Con, Bridgwater East & Badwrip)…
High-tech makeover for Somerset crematorium promises “truly unique funeral experience”
STATE-of-the-art technology – including screens for photographs and livestreaming capabilities – are set to be installed at the Sedgemoor…
MP praises Somerset charity’s work to help people stay independent
THE work of a charity supporting adults to continue to lead independent lives has been celebrated by a Somerset…
‘People are scared’: Somerset leaders unite to condemn spate of hate crimes
“PEOPLE are scared to go about their daily lives for fear of being attacked in the street. This is…
