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Brigadier Nigel Beacom and Justin Sargent have joined the team supporting the lord-lieutenant

Two new deputy lieutenants announced for Somerset

Massive 750-tonne crane hoisted into Hinkley Point C reactor building by 'Big Carl'

Bill Diamond, author of the Max-Catt books.

Weston-super-Mare author's successful thriller book series could be made into TV show

Floods have caused severe disruption across Somerset, including the delay of recycling collections.

Recycling collections delayed by floods across Somerset 'further disruption expected'

Mr Keep Calm with the winning Partygate entry

Party Gate entry wins naff Turnip Prize at Wedmore pub

The awards won by the young people who formed the production team with Highbridge Youth Theatre.

'Incredible team': Highbridge Youth Theatre helps young people become producers

The owner and operator of Carefree Amusements in Brean has applied to demolish the existing building in place of a new and improved arcade and holiday flats.

Plans to demolish popular amusements in place of new arcade and holiday flats

NHS placing cancer warnings in unique spot to urge men to get checked

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has begun giving evidence at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Protestors removed from Covid-19 Inquiry as Boris Johnson starts giving evidence

35 million Brits tossed out defective Christmas fairy lights - which is enough to wrap around Earth nearly 12 times

Somerset Council urges residents to think about electrical repairs this Christmas

The 76th annual Highbridge Festival is set for the first two weeks of March 2024

Highbridge Festival of The Arts returning for its 76th year in 2024

The Village and Bakery Cafe in Cheddar.

Popular Somerset bakery granted licence for cheese and wine evenings

Jackie Richards of Burnham Portable Toilet Hire opened the refurbished shop after providing funding and donations.

Highbridge secondary school expands 'very successful' Preloved Prom Store

Yellow rain warning for Thursday, December 7. Picture: Met Office

Met Office issues yet another rain warning for Somerset and Devon

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Flood warnings and alerts map

Several flood warnings across Somerset and massive train service disruption

Several schools are closed today. Picture: Newsquest

Several schools in Somerset remain closed today due to flooding

Local newspaper editors are calling on the BBC to abandon its plans to roll out local news websites in areas already served by independent publishers

Opinion BBC now a threat to all local newspapers

Experts have revealed whether it is actually cheaper to keep your heating on all day

Is it cheaper to leave my heating on all day?

Find out how you can get a free letter from Santa this Christmas.

How you can get a free letter from Father Christmas this December

Flooding in South Petherton. Picture: County Gazette

FLOODING CHAOS Roads & schools closed, recycling & refuse collections missed, property flooded

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Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council has been asked to consider taking over/funding some of the services that Somerset Council will no longer be able to fund.

Burnham residents' council tax to increase amid Somerset Council financial emergency

Sandy Glade Holiday Park was named second best holiday park at the Bristol Bath & Somerset Tourism Awards last week.

Burnham-on-Sea resort named second best holiday park at Somerset Tourism Awards

Burnham-on-Sea Minor Injuries Unit has reopened seven days a week.

Relief for residents as Burnham-on-Sea Minor Injury Unit re-opens seven days a week

New data shows The King Alfred School in Highbridge has the best local rates for Russell Group and Oxbridge University admissions.

Figures show Highbridge school students are most likely to end up at Oxford Uni

Floods are expected in areas of Somerset. Picture: Newsquest

Torrential downpours likely to bring flooding across areas of Somerset today

There are important actions you should take to protect you and your family in the event of a radiation emergency

UK government issues guidance on 'what to do in a radiation emergency'

Tomorrow will be a wet one.

South West residents to expect a soaking as yellow weather warning issued

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Biffa collecting trees last years. Picture: St Margaret's Hospice

Recycle your Christmas tree to support local good causes

The concert is on December 13.. Picture: Age UK Somerset

Free carol service to celebrate organisation's 75th anniversary

The nursery was inspected in October.

Winscombe nursery receives 'complimentary' comments from parents and Ofsted

The Cotley Inn, Chard. Picture: Nick Williams

Check the local winners at Bristol Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards

The Comedy Network will return to The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre for five dates between February and June 2024

Princess Theatre promises laughs with 2024 comedy line-up

Supermarkets, including Aldi, Lidl, Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury’s, were compared by Which? to find out which one was the best option for your Christmas shop

This is the cheapest supermarket to go to for your Christmas food shop

Exeter Crown Court, where Wood pleaded guilty. Picture: Google

Avon & Somerset PC WhatsApped images with his family of dead man and sex suspect

Amy Nelson & Damien Bailey, The Wedding Industry Awards

Somerset businesses scoop awards at South West Wedding Industry ceremony

MP James Heappey

MP ‘deeply disappointed’ by bank’s decision to close Burnham branch

South West placed on cold health alert. Picture: UKHSA

Somerset placed under official cold health alert during six-day freezing snap

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A total of 31 Somerset post offices where you can use the Evri service. Picture: Evri

List of local post offices where you can send packages using Evri from TODAY

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Michael spent two months recovering after suffering

Man left with hole in his leg after 'false widow spider' bite outside Asda

You could end up causing damage to your car using certain methods

The do's and don'ts of defrosting car windscreens - Experts reveal HUGE mistakes

Find out if you are eligible for a Covid or flu vaccination and make use of the booking system before it closes before Christmas.

Time running out to book 'lifesaving' flu and covid vaccines in England NHS warns

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The festive gathering is due to take place on December 13

Annual Christmas carol and memorial service at Sedgemoor Crematorium

Rory Kerton and Iona Davies managed to secure a spot at the 25th annual World Scout Jamboree held in the summer of 2023

Burnham-on-Sea scouts recount thrilling Korea Jamboree journey to local group

Rory Kerton and Iona Davies managed to secure a spot at the 25th annual World Scout Jamboree held in the summer of 2023

Burnham-on-Sea scouts recount thrilling Korea Jamboree journey to local group

The branch will close in November 2024

Bank to close its Burnham-on-Sea branch

Missing Kai, who may have travelled to the Avon and Somerset area. Picture: Derbyshire Police

Police believe missing 15-year-old boy may be in Avon and Somerset area

County Hall A Block, where the reception area is closing. Picture: County Gazette

Council closes HQ reception area as cuts to save £millions get underway

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The Office of Rail and Road has launched an investigation. Picture: ORR

Regulator looks at poor train reliability and punctuality in Somerset and Devon

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Ash Diebeck in the Quantock Hills.

Somerset's protected spaces have a new name - but no new powers or funding

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The DWP has teamed up with Harry Redknapp to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,900 every year.

Thousands missing out on support worth £4,200 as deadline approaches

From afternoon tea to archery, there's plenty to do at Studley Castle.

I stayed at my first adult-only hotel and it was like Christmas came early

From afternoon tea to archery, there's plenty to do at Studley Castle.

I stayed at my first adult only hotel and it was like Christmas came early

The Somerset Co-operative Community Land Trust (SCCLT) emphasized the urgency at a recent AGM

Local Land Trust determined to tackle affordable housing and homelessness crisis

The Taunton Road Londis in Bridgwater is one of nine shops up for sale in the area currently.

Nine shops for sale in and around Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater - including a café