TWO people were injured in a three vehicle collision on the A39 today (April 24). At 5.45pm emergency services were called to the collision at Loxley Woods in Shapwick. A spokesperson from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: "One casualty
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after an attempted robbery in Bridgwater. At about 11.20pm on Tuesday, April 22, a 27-year-old man was walking along Broadway, near the BP garage, when another man tried to grab his bag A struggle ensued but the victim
A PET friendly charity is holding its annual health programme to help owners get their animals into shape. The PDSA’s fat-fighting competition, Pet Fit Club, has transformed the lives of some of Britain’s fattest pets, many of whom simply wouldn
A MOTORCYCLE dealership in Bridgwater will be holding a party with live music and a barbecue to raise funds for charity. Riders of Bridgwater’s party will be this Saturday and Sunday (April 26 and 27) from 9am both days and running through the usual
FAMILIES and nature enthusiasts can enjoy a packed season of events at Shapwick Heath nature reserve in Sedgemoor. Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve (NNR) offers over 500 hectares to spot wildlife at the heart of the Somerset Levels and Moors
THE Spice Gallery in North Petherton is hosting a curry night to raise money for the British Red Cross. Guests at the event will be able to enjoy their curry and win prizes donated by local businesses. The event is from 6.30pm to 9.30pm on Sunday, April
VISITORS from North Petherton’s twinned town Céaucé in France will be visiting the town for a barn dance at the community centre on Saturday, May 31. To celebrate 20 years of twinning, a pre-dance supper will be held at 6.45pm with dancing from 8pm.
A CONCERT will be held to mark the opening of Bridgwater’s new hospital. Taunton Concert Band will be playing at the Town Hall in Bridgwater at 7.30pm on May 9. Tickets cost £8 and are available from the Carnival Centre in Bridgwater or by
THE job centre in Bridgwater is holding a jobs taster session with the non-profit arts organisation Superact. The session, for people aged 18 to 30, is at Bridgwater YMCA on Wednesday, April 30. For more details, contact 07947-319921.
A HEAVYWEIGHT night of boxing action entertained the crowds at Bridgwater's Blake Hall, with ten Sydenham boxers on the programme. Robert Haddon was first up and he defeated Matt Reavers on a unanimous judge's decision. Joe Bevan was beaten
THE May Bank Holiday Monday on May 5 means changes to all kerbside recycling and rubbish collections. With no pick-ups on May 5, all collections for the rest of the week will be one day later, including those due on Friday, May 9, taking place
A CONTROVERSIAL £20million wildlife reserve at the mouth of the River Parrett has been dubbed “environmental vandalism”. The Environment Agency and the Wildfowl and Wetland Trust were granted planning permission two years ago to create the wetlands at
A SCOUT hut in the heart of the Quantocks which was at risk of closure has been saved after a story in the Mercury. The Campbell Room in Over Stowey had been a base for groups exploring the countryside for 35 years, but its management committee was growing
COELIAC UK, the national charity for people with coeliac disease will be celebrating its awareness campaign in May (12-18). The charity has released a copy of CRUMBS, ten things you may not know about coeliac disease... 1. 1 in 100 people in
Wembdon Saints 0, Wellington 2 EIGHT-man Wembdon Saints were knocked out of the cup by Wellington at the weekend. Wellington scored twice early on to take an early lead, but Wembdon didn't drop their heads and continued to compete in all areas
Wembdon Dragons 1, Bridgwater Wolves 1 AFTER some good pressure by both teams in the opening minutes, Wolves easily took charge of the first half of this local derby. Romano Henderson in particular caused problems for a full strength Dragons
