Somerset opticians now offering care for sudden eye conditions
A SOMERSET opticians store can now provide appointments for sudden eye conditions – easing pressure on the NHS. Specsavers Minehead…
More than 1,000 children enjoyed free half-term events in Bridgwater
MORE than 1,000 children took part in free half-term activities in Bridgwater. The programme, from the Bridgwater Cultural Partnership (BCP)…
Work to begin on new Taunton Transport hub next week
WORK will start on a new £3.2 million transport hub in Taunton next week. Somerset Council, with contractor DR…
CCTV appeal after motorbike stolen from Taunton driveway
POLICE want to trace these people after a motorbike was stolen in Taunton. The incident, at Showell Park, Staplegrove, occurred…
Cordon in place after construction work reveals ‘suspected ordnance’ in Somerset park
POLICE have put up a cordon around part of a Somerset park after a “suspected ordnance” was found on…
Work underway on first project linked to new £20m Wellington railway station
WORK is underway on a new road that will eventually lead to a new £20 million railway station…
Dad’s shock over mould at Taunton maternity unit prompts Commons complaint
“I WOULDN’T have this in my own home and certainly don’t expect to see it in a hospital.” Those were…
Tractor and 20 tonnes of hay destroyed in late-night fire
A TRACTOR and 20 tonnes of hay are believed to have been destroyed by fire last night. At around 10.20pm…
Two fatal or serious injury crashes each day in 2025: Police data
TWO serious or fatal crashes occurred each day in the Avon & Somerset Police area in 2025, new data…
Bridgwater playday 2026: How to get involved in free event
BRIDGWATER Playday will return for 2026. Bridgwater Town Council (BTC) has announced the event, celebrating a national campaign championing every…
