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The Slinky service has rolled out to Taunton, Bridgwater and more. Picture: Somerset Council

Slinky flexible bus service rolls out to new parts of Somerset

PEOPLE in Taunton, Wellington, Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea and surrounding areas who are struggling to make their journeys using public transport…

Officers want to trace this person after a burglary in Highbridge. Picture: Avon & Somerset Police

Police issue CCTV image after burglary in Highbridge

A WALLET was stolen – and a bank card inside used to make several purchases – after a burglary…

Roads around West Street in Bridgwater will be closed during the fair week. Picture: BTC

Bridgwater Fair and West Street Market: Road closures, opening times and more

THE popular Bridgwater Fair and West Street Market will run from September 24 to 27. Organised by the Showman’s Guild,…

Carnival van – a museum and classroom – scoops award amid wrap appeal

EACH year, a van traverses Somerset, educating people young and old about the history of one of the county’s…

Roadworks at the Dunball roundabout started in November last year. Picture: Google

More road closures coming as Dunball roundabout work heads to completion

MAJOR roadworks at the Dunball Roundabout in Bridgwater are nearing completion – to the relief of drivers – but…

Casa Di Lusso is hoping to increase bed numbers. Picture: Google

Bridgwater care home seeks to increase bed numbers

A BRIDGWATER care home is hoping to expand – creating 18 new bedrooms. The Casa Di Lusso, in Bower Lane,…

Have your say over plans for Sunday car parking charges across Somerset

PEOPLE are being urged to have their say over controversial plans to introduce Sunday charges for parking across…

Lorry destroyed by fire on the M5 through Somerset

A LORRY was destroyed by fire on the M5 through Somerset in the early hours of this morning (September…

The A38 Taunton Road in Bridgwater will be closed for several hours. Picture: Google

Main Bridgwater route to close for roadworks AGAIN this evening

A MAIN Bridgwater road will be closed this evening (September 3) for more roadworks. The A38 Taunton Road will be…

Bridgwater Post Office, at 27 Eastover, is closing - and moving down the road. Picture: Google

Bridgwater Post Office moving to new home – 35 metres away

A POST Office in Bridgwater will move to new premises across the road, it has been announced. The store, at…