The £105m Solution Transforming Somerset’s Most Congested Village – in Pictures Sunday, July 19, 2026 somerset congestion infrastructure transport bypass village development sustainability traffic construction Nestled in the heart of Somerset, a picturesque village known for its natural beauty is facing a significant challenge: severe traffic congestion. To address this issue and improve the quality of life for residents and … Read More
Beloved Son, Brother, and Uncle Among Somerset's Recent Funeral Notices Sunday, July 19, 2026 funeral obituary somerset memorial tribute remembrance condolences charity community bereavement Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing through local funeral notices is a cherished tradition we uphold with great respect and care. We are honoured to be entrusted with delivering these important announcements that allow … Read More
Firefighters Battle Multiple Blazes Across Devon and Somerset Amid Heatwave Saturday, July 18, 2026 firefighters devon somerset wildfires dryweather blaze emergency fireprevention barbecues cropfire Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service have been working tirelessly to control a wave of fires sparked by soaring temperatures and parched landscapes across the two counties. The series of incidents began shortly after … Read More
Homes Evacuated as Fire Destroys House in Somerset Village Saturday, July 18, 2026 somerset fire evacuation emergency firefighters oake community rescue blaze damage Firefighters battled an intense blaze for hours after a fire broke out in a garden and rapidly spread to a house in the Somerset village of Oake, near Taunton, late on Friday evening, July 17. Devon and Somerset Fire and … Read More
Somerset’s Vitality Blast Hopes Dashed by Northants in Semi-Final Defeat Saturday, July 18, 2026 somerset northamptonshire vitalityblast cricket semifinal jakeball willsmeed t20 edgbaston northants sport Northamptonshire Steelbacks secured their place in the Vitality Blast final with a 17-run victory over reigning champions Somerset in the first semi-final at Edgbaston. Batting first, the Steelbacks were dismissed for 143 … Read More
Dramatic M5 Fire Brings Traffic to a Halt, Captured on Dashcam Saturday, July 18, 2026 m5 fire firefighters traffic emergency blaze dashcam motorway incident roadclosure A dramatic fire on the M5 motorway caused major disruption to traffic, all caught on a dashcam video. The blaze erupted unexpectedly, forcing authorities to close lanes and halt vehicles to ensure safety. Firefighters rushed … Read More