market town in Somerset, England, UK
Fire crews from around Somserset fight crop fire near Taunton: Nine acres of field in Nailsbourne was left 90 per cent damaged, after a fire broke out yesterday ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24267677.fire-crews-around-somserset-fight-crop-fire-near-taunton/
Worker goes from flipping burgers to work at Hinkley Point C: Three apprentices have shared how they started to work on Hinkley Point C
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/hinkley-point-mcdonalds-workers-meet-9235894
Bridgwater MP condemns Somerset Council graffiti protests: Bridgwater MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has condemned Somerset Council graffiti protests by an activist ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24278262.bridgwater-mp-condemns-somerset-council-graffiti-protests/
A361 closed in both directions near Taunton and Bridgwater: The A361 is closed in both directions in East Lyng due to a collision.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24274051.a361-closed-directions-near-taunton-bridgwater/
Somerset Larder sponsors Pride of Somerset Youth Awards: Somerset Larder is sponsoring the Outstanding Courage Award, which celebrates and recognises ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24269302.somerset-larder-sponsors-pride-somerset-youth-awards/
Disgraced police officer jailed for sharing images of corpse: Concerned family members told him to delete pictures and footage taken while with Avon and Somerset ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/disgraced-police-officer-jailed-after-9235502
Nythe Road Solar Farm protested at Houses of Parliament: The proposed Nythe Road Solar Farm between Street and Bridgwater has been protested against at the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24272247.nythe-road-solar-farm-protested-houses-parliament/
Bridgwater and Yeovil Chambers host joint networking event: More than 40 business owners gathered at the first joint business networking event between the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24270627.bridgwater-yeovil-chambers-host-joint-networking-event/
New jobs coming to Bridgwater as business units near M5 approved: Construction could begin very shortly
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/new-jobs-coming-bridgwater-new-9216484
Burst water main outside car dealership blocks busy A-road: There are delays heading southbound and a three-way traffic signal system is in place
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-a38-near-bridgwater-blocked-9219735
Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust sponsors Somerset awards: For the 2024 event, the BUCST is sponsoring the Community Hero Award. This award will honour ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24241036.bridgwater-united-community-sports-trust-sponsors-somerset-awards/
Looking back: Pete Waterman visits Bridgwater & Taunton College: Record producer and songwriter Pete Waterman attended Bridgwater & Taunton College to encourage ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24227714.looking-back-pete-waterman-visits-bridgwater-taunton-college/
M5 delays after crash in Somerset: There are delays heading northbound this morning (April 15)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-delays-after-lane-9224736
Thousands of new jobs and population boost revealed in new report: The UK's first new nuclear plant since the 1990s is expected to be finished by 2031
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/thousands-jobs-created-hinkley-point-9232205
Call for crackdown after illegal raves at Somerset beauty spot: Exmoor’s peaceful countryside is said to be under threat from illegal raves ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/call-crackdown-illegal-raves-peaceful-9204334
Swift action taken on anti-social behaviour in Bridgwater: Bridgwater is transforming its town centre, with swift multi-agency action tackling issues
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/swift-action-taken-anti-social-9204363
Tidal barrier has not yet secured final government approval: The barrier is expected to cost £220m to deliver
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bridgwater-tidal-barrier-still-hasnt-9240384
Crash blocks busy A-road both ways: The crash took place near The Inn at Yanleigh shortly before 3pm this afternoon (April 15)
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-a38-blocked-both-ways-9225984
Bridgwater and Taunton College take art trip to London: Students studying Art & Design at Bridgwater & Taunton College have had the opportunity to take an ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24238187.bridgwater-taunton-college-take-art-trip-london/
The Knife Angel sculpture was officially unveiled outside the Market House in Taunton yesterday (April 3).
A short ceremony was held to welcome the 27ft ... Show more www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24228767.barnaby-webber-mum-speaks-knife-angel-unveiled-taunton/
Somerset Council and Kier begin highways partnership: The contract between Somerset Council and Kier began on April 1. It covers key maintenance work on the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24231702.somerset-council-kier-begin-highways-partnership/
Somerset firefighter retires after 30 years service: A Somerset firefighter who has worked at Taunton, Bridgwater, and Yeovil fire stations over his 30 year ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24231276.somerset-firefighter-retires-30-years-service/
More than £400,000 provided for new Somerset cycle routes: Further details will be announced later in the year
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/mystery-over-how-more-400000-9194761
No Taunton to Weston trains April 6 due to GWR strikes: No GWR trains will run between Taunton and Weston-super-Mare this Saturday due to strike action.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24227954.no-taunton-weston-trains-april-6-due-gwr-strikes/
Man intervened in Bridgwater assault on young man: Two men are reported to have attacked a 20-year-old man, punching him in the face before kicking and stamping ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/search-man-who-intervened-bridgwater-9206181
25 new electric buses coming to Somerset under £14.7m investment: It will significantly cut carbon emissions across the county
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/five-somerset-bus-routes-benefit-9182728
Hundreds of M5 drivers caught speeding in huge crackdown: Five vehicles were seized as part of the operation
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/hundreds-m5-drivers-caught-speeding-9196476
Somerset millionaire lottery winner helping women find jobs: Zoe Hoare, who won £1m on the lottery, has opened a boutique for mums looking to get back into work ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-mum-who-won-1m-9179295
Attack outside club leaves man with life-changing head injuries: The victim's family has been informed of his serious injuries and a man has been arrested
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/attack-outside-bridgwater-club-leaves-9185697
Poundland set to open brand new store at retail park: A former Argos unit has been transformed
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/poundland-set-open-brand-new-9189819
Campsite can be used by Hinkley Point C workers until 2028: Nearly 150 extra caravan pitches will be provided
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/campsite-can-used-hinkley-point-9192840
Somerset soft play centre and nursery chain opening more sites: The company has secured an investment of £5m and has big expansion plans
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids/somerset-soft-play-centre-nursery-9174441
A-road closed in both directions after crash: The main road between Langport and Bridgwater has been closed all day
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-updates-somerset-crash-closes-9197445
When coastal town's new police station will open: Part of the property will be used to train healthcare staff
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/coastal-towns-new-police-station-9201046
All the winners from the Somerset Business Awards 2024: The winners of the 2024 Somerset Business Awards have been announced - here is the full list.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24198993.winners-somerset-business-awards-2024/
Empty properties face double council tax charges from April 1: The changes could raise more than £1m a year for public services
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/hundreds-empty-properties-somerset-subject-9178201
Hotel accused of illegally selling alcohol and housing Bulgarians: The hotel has been on the police's radar since November 2023
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-hotel-accused-police-illegally-9178595
Driver given seven points for tailgating on M5 near Bridgwater: A BMW driver has been fined seven points on his license and a fine of £1079 for tailgating and ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24174724.driver-given-seven-points-tailgating-m5-near-bridgwater/
Taunton's Bridgwater Road to close for almost two weeks: Somerset Council has made an order prohibiting all traffic from proceeding along Bridgwater Road from ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24207910.tauntons-bridgwater-road-close-almost-two-weeks/
Brutal street attack leaves victim with serious eye injury: The assault took place in West Street on the night of Wednesday, March 20
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/brutal-bridgwater-street-attack-leaves-9183674
Tailgating car undertakes on M5 and is caught on camera: The driver of the car received seven points on their licence
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/regional-news/disturbing-m5-footage-shows-car-9153201
'Gigafactory' near M5 confirmed with 4,000 new jobs coming to Somerset: The factory could begin operating by 2026
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/gigafactory-near-m5-confirmed-4000-9128585
Jersey Royal potatos now in south west M&S stores: Marks and Spencer Taunton, Bridgwater and Truro are first stores to stock Jersey Royal potatoes.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24209232.jersey-royal-potatos-now-south-west-m-s-stores/
Muddy route to town centre awaits new home-owners: Work has started on 675 new homes
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/residents-major-new-bridgwater-development-9188133
Works begin at landmark building that's been empty for a decade: Vandalism and trespassing left some damage
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/major-bridgwater-regeneration-project-takes-9177348
More than 500 new homes to be built near the M5: Only 51 of the new homes will be affordable
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/more-500-new-homes-built-9143219
Nearly 40 new homes planned for Bridgwater town centre: The site has been vacant since 2021
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/nearly-40-new-homes-planned-9176023
£77M loan for Somerset Council to tackle financial crisis: Somerset Council has already passed a balanced budget - but still are in a difficult situation
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/77-million-loan-somerset-council-9134850
Tata confirms Somerset will host £4bn battery factory: It is predicted the huge factory will create 4,000 jobs and many more in the supply chain.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-somerset-68412570
Council to borrow £150m to invest in Gravity site: The money will be repaid using business rates
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-council-invest-150m-gravity-9149002
No portaloos at Bridgwater Carnival following council cuts: Visitors will have to rely on local pubs and restaurants
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/no-portaloos-safety-barriers-bridgwater-9119650
Bridgwater regeneration branded 'a total waste of money': The plans were branded "democracy at its worst"
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bridgwater-regeneration-efforts-branded-a-9125497
Upgrades to key A38 crossing to cost nearly £500,000: Numerous improvements will be made to the A38 towards Bristol Airport
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/key-crossing-major-somerset-cycle-9129723
Liberal Democrat MP from Somerset in support of Gigafactory: A Liberal Democrat MP from Somerset has shown her support of the new Gigafactory recently announced ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24166705.liberal-democrat-mp-somerset-support-gigafactory/
Bridgwater & Taunton College's Queen’s Prize at Buckingham Palace: Bridgwater & Taunton College has been recognised at a Buckingham Palace ceremony.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24138902.bridgwater-taunton-colleges-queens-prize-buckingham-palace/
'Perfect' new shop in Bridgwater granted alcohol licence: The licence was approved despite concerns about antisocial behaviour
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/perfect-addition-coming-bridgwater-town-9146500
New bus services to Bristol from Taunton and Bridgwater: Passengers in Taunton and Bridgwater will be able to use the new services from April.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24140010.new-bus-services-bristol-taunton-bridgwater/
Motorcyclist hospitalised after Bridgwater crash: A biker in his 30s suffered leg injuries after the early morning crash on February 8
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/motorcyclist-hospitalised-after-bridgwater-crash-9144525
Clarks Village hosts Bridgwater dance group's flash mob performance: Dancers from the Bridgwater-based Fox King Dance Academy showcased their skills at the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24150389.clarks-village-hosts-bridgwater-dance-groups-flash-mob-performance/
County lines drug gang charged after police swoop: The group appeared at Taunton Magistrates’ Court last Monday (February 26)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/county-lines-drug-gang-charged-9142761
Here's where Britain's biggest EV factory is going to be built : Tata has announced it is to set up its first gigafactory outside India in Somerset ...
euronews.com/business/2024/02/29/heres-where-britains-biggest-ev-factory-is-going-to-be-built
Taunton MP welcomes £4 billion investment for Gravity’s site: The Tata’s Group gigafactory announcement “marks a major step forward in the drive to meet our net ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24150057.taunton-mp-welcomes-4-billion-investment-gravitys-site/
Vehicle fire between junction 28 and 29 of M5 near Taunton: Fire crews were called at 3.17am on Sunday after reports of a vehicle fire between Junctions 24 and ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24174862.vehicle-80-per-cent-destroyed-fire-m5-near-taunton/
Crash on Withycombe Hill near Bridgwater causes delays: The crash took place at around 7am on the morning of Thursday, March 7.
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-withycombe-hill-blocked-both-9147605
Grab your grandstand seats for Bridgwater Carnival before they sell out: Experience the dazzling spectacle of Bridgwater Carnival from the best seats in town ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/grab-your-grandstand-seats-bridgwater-9124468
Minehead to feature in Somerset: Wonder Of The West Country: Minehead is set to feature in the first episode of a new Channel 5 documentary entitled Somerset: ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24134051.minehead-feature-somerset-wonder-west-country/
M5 traffic chaos as two lanes are closed for urgent repairs: The lane closures are in place due to emergency pothole repairs being carried out ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-traffic-chaos-two-9114449
MP candidate says Conservatives secured Somerset GigaFactory: Ashley Fox, the Conservative MP candidate for Bridgwater, says his party played a role in securing ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24165729.mp-candidate-says-conservatives-secured-somerset-gigafactory/
Council could go bankrupt in 12 months despite approving budget: Your council tax bills will rise by £150 a year
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-council-could-still-go-9115282
Forkin Porkin director hopes to make Taunton shop a franchise: The director of Forkin Porkin based in Taunton hopes to make his business a franchise.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24124556.forkin-porkin-director-hopes-make-taunton-shop-franchise/
New cycle route will link Bridgwater to gigafactory site: It's been nearly two years since the initial proposal were published
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/how-walking-cycling-route-gravity-9110113
M5 delays after crash halts traffic in both directions: Long delays have been reported on the northbound and southbound carriageways of the M5 motorway this ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-chaos-crash-stops-9100207
Man fed up of being called Elvis changed his name to John Lennon: The Beatles superfan whose full name is John Paul George Ringo Lennon has a grandson called ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/man-fed-up-being-called-9102310
Woman, kids and dog rescued from burning building: The building in Taunton suffered 60 per cent smoke and fire damage
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/woman-kids-dog-rescued-burning-9110059
Here's how someone you know could win the Sandy Padgett Award: Sponsored by Avon and Somerset Police, the Sandy Padgett Award was set up in memory of Chief ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24144103.someone-know-win-sandy-padgett-award/
Gravity sponsors this year's Pride of Somerset Youth Awards: Gravity is sponsoring the the Environmental Award, which is designed to honour young individuals who ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24194552.gravity-sponsors-years-pride-somerset-youth-awards/
Regeneration schemes protected despite council's financial woes: Major improvements across the county will still be delivered
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/major-regeneration-schemes-protected-somerset-9115739
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