Fire crews battle accidental blaze at Bridgwater property
A PROPERTY in Bridgwater suffered 40% fire damage following an accidental blaze last night (June 26). Crews from Bridgwater and…
Benefits of devolution for Wessex promoted during ministerial visit
PLANS for devolution in Wessex – including Somerset – were on the agenda during a visit from a government…
New islands at Bridgwater Docks aim to boost wildlife and create cleaner water
BRIDGWATER residents may have spotted some new additions to the town docks recently. A number of ‘floating ecosystems’ have been…
Somerset police warning over dogs left in hot cars after spate of calls
POLICE have issued a warning to dog owners as temperatures continue to hover around the mid-20s in Somerset. Officers have…
Get your bins out early – Somerset crews will be out at 6am to beat the heat!
SOMERSET households expecting a rubbish and recycling collection on Friday (June 20) are being warned crews will be out…
Traffic delays as A39 closed between Bridgwater and Street after crash
A BUSY Somerset route is closed after a crash, with drivers being warned to “avoid the area”. The incident, on…
MP tackles issues from potholes to pensions during Bridgwater group visit
EVERYTHING – from potholes to pensions – was on the agenda when a Somerset MP visited a senior citizens’…
Budding Somerset politicians urged to put themselves up for election
ASPIRING MPs and prime ministers of tomorrow are being encouraged to put themselves forward to speak for Somerset. Nominations are…
Four new units planned at Bridgwater industrial site
THE Bridgwater Gateway industrial site could be set to expand after plans for four new units were submitted. Plans submitted…
Somerset school WILL be rebuilt after closure due to safety fears
A SOMERSET school whose main building was closed by inspectors due to fears over structural safety will be rebuilt,…
