Friday, July 25, 2025 cyclist pedestrian cycling etiquette safety headphones conflict sharedpath mountainbike awareness

A cyclist has shared her experience of a tense encounter on a shared walking and cycling trail after issuing a brief, polite warning to a pedestrian who was blocking her path. Living in a bike-friendly mountain town known for … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 e-bike hit-and-run weston-super-mare childinjury avonsomerset policeappeal electricmotorbike cctv pedestrian investigation

A five-year-old girl is currently hospitalized with potentially life-altering injuries after being struck by an electric bike near her home in Weston-super-Mare. The incident occurred around 7:50 pm on Thursday, July 24, on … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 youthjustice antisocialbehaviour somerset council prevention rehabilitation victims crime community police

A recent debate at Bath and North East Somerset Council has highlighted deep divisions over how best to address youth anti-social behaviour. The council’s proposed youth justice plan, which adopts a “child first” approach … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 lovehoney bath warehouse expansion council planning sustainability noise employment retail

Lovehoney, the well-known sex toy retailer, is set to expand its warehouse in Bath following the approval of extension plans by the Bath and North East Somerset Council. On Wednesday, July 16, the council gave the go-ahead … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 m5 m4 a30 a38 traffic congestion holidays roadworks delays travel

As the school summer holidays kick off, motorists can expect continued delays on key routes including the M5, M4, A30, and A38. Increased traffic volumes typical of holiday periods are putting added pressure on these major … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 somerset murder trial bridgwater richardbreed brendabreed court custody avonsomerset westonzoyland

A Somerset man is set to stand trial next year after being charged with the murder of an elderly woman. Richard Breed, aged 62, faces charges related to the death of 87-year-old Brenda Breed, who was found deceased on July … Read More