M5 Medical Emergency Sends Man to Hospital Friday, April 17, 2026 m5 emergency medical hospital accident traffic roadclosure ambulance health transport A medical emergency on the M5 led to the hospitalization of a man earlier today. Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, prompting the temporary closure of a slip road to ensure safe access and provide immediate …
West Country Landlord Wins Fight to Keep Giant St George’s Cross on Pub Friday, April 17, 2026 stgeorgescross moonrakers pewsey england conservation heritage planning sportsbar flag councildecision sport A landlord in the West Country has been given the green light to keep a giant St George’s Cross painted on the exterior of his pub, following a controversial planning debate. Jerry Kunkler, landlord of The Moonrakers Inn in … Read More
West Country Landlord Given Green Light to Keep Giant St George’s Cross on Pub Friday, April 17, 2026 stgeorgescross landlord pub englandflag heritage conservation pewsey planning sports controversy sport A West Country landlord has been granted permission to keep a massive St George’s Cross painted on the exterior of his pub, following a contentious debate with local authorities and residents. Jerry Kunkler, landlord of The … Read More
Meningitis Cases Confirmed in Dorset Schools Amid Local Outbreak Friday, April 17, 2026 meningitis dorset schools outbreak antibiotics teenagers health precaution infection publichealth Several cases of meningitis have been confirmed among students at schools in Dorset, prompting health authorities to take swift action. In response to the outbreak, teenagers in the area are being provided with precautionary … Read More
Meningitis Cases Confirmed in Dorset Schools Amid Growing Outbreak Friday, April 17, 2026 meningitis dorset outbreak teens antibiotics schools health infection prevention publichealth Health authorities have confirmed several cases of meningitis among students in schools across Dorset, prompting urgent public health measures. As the outbreak unfolds, teens in the affected areas are being prescribed … Read More
Somerset's Watchet Lighthouse to Be Repainted Green After 160 Years as Red Friday, April 17, 2026 watchet lighthouse maritime navigation safety somerset harbour repainting regulations history For 164 years, Watchet Lighthouse in Somerset has stood as a bright red landmark guiding mariners safely into the town’s harbour. Now, the historic lighthouse must change its traditional crimson hue to green to align with … Read More