Dealer Jailed for Nearly Six Years Following Major 4kg Drug Seizure Thursday, January 29, 2026 drugs drugdealer heroin cocaine ketamine avonsomerset police crime sentencing lawenforcement Gary Browne, a 41-year-old from Paulton, has been sentenced to five years and eight months in prison after authorities uncovered over four kilograms of illegal drugs during raids conducted last October. The large haul … Read More
The 20 Once-Popular Baby Names Parents Are Now Avoiding Thursday, January 29, 2026 babynames popularity trends fashion jessica brody mason toby lola scarlett Baby name trends ebb and flow over time, with many names that were once all the rage now losing their appeal. Choosing a baby’s name is a significant decision—a lasting legacy that parents want to get just right. While … Read More
The 20 Baby Names Falling Out of Favor Among Parents Thursday, January 29, 2026 baby names naming trends popularity decline name choices boys names girls names fashion trends baby naming pop culture modern names Baby names go through cycles of popularity, with some beloved choices gradually fading into obscurity. Choosing a child’s name is a meaningful decision that lasts a lifetime, influenced by cultural trends and evolving tastes. … Read More
Plans for Cramped Cul-de-Sac on Bungalow Garden Rejected Thursday, January 29, 2026 planning bungalow development saltford housing cul-de-sac overdevelopment councillors garden council Councillors at Bath and North East Somerset Council have unanimously rejected plans to demolish a bungalow at 22 The Tynings in Saltford and replace it with a cul-de-sac of five new bungalows. The proposed development on the … Read More
Somerset Santander Branch Closure Marks Part of 44 UK Locations Shutting Amid Digital Shift Thursday, January 29, 2026 santander branchclosure digitalbanking ukbanking somerset bankingservices communitybanking jobcuts workcafés customersupport Santander has revealed plans to close 44 branches across the UK, signaling a significant transformation in its banking services amid changing customer preferences. The Bridgwater branch on Fore Street will be the only … Read More
Somerset Santander Branch Closing Amid UK-Wide Bank Network Overhaul Thursday, January 29, 2026 santander branchclosures digitalbanking ukbanking communitybanking workcafés financialservices jobcuts customersupport bankingtransformation Santander has announced a significant transformation of its UK branch network, with plans to close 44 branches nationwide, including the Bridgwater location on Fore Street – the sole Somerset branch affected. Set to close on … Read More