Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is increasingly affecting younger adults, prompting urgent advice to “never ignore” four critical symptoms. In recent years, this disease has become a leading cause of …
A family in Taunton is sharing their story after the heartbreaking loss of their newborn son, Reggie, to a rare and devastating genetic condition. Mike and Laura Davis lost their son in March 2026 after just two hours of life …
Three years after the heartbreaking loss of Adam Stimpson to a brain tumour, the Wedmore community continues to keep his memory alive through powerful acts of support and fundraising. On June 13, The George Inn in Wedmore …
Three years after the tragic loss of Adam Stimpson to a brain tumour, the Wedmore community continues to come together in heartfelt remembrance. Awareness Fest, an annual music and fundraising event held at The George Inn in …
More than 7,000 penalty charge notices (PCNs) have been issued in North Somerset over the past four years for misuse of blue badges. Between January 2021 and December 2025, a total of 7,198 fines were handed out for parking …
Nestled in the heart of Bath, a once-vibrant nightclub now sits silent, its doors closed but its memories far from forgotten. This was the site of a night that began with laughter and music but ended in heartbreak—a night …
Bath’s vibrant nightlife once featured a popular nightclub that has since faded into obscurity, yet it remains a poignant chapter in the city’s history—one that local police urge the community to remember. What began as a …
Health experts are urging individuals to get tested regularly as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) surge across Europe, often going undetected or misdiagnosed. According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and …
Health experts are urging everyone to get tested as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are spreading rapidly across Europe, yet many cases remain undetected or misdiagnosed. New data from the European Centre for Disease …
Students at Lift Broadlands School in Keynsham have come together to honour the memory of Mikey Roynon, a 16-year-old boy fatally stabbed at a birthday party in Bath in June 2023. Mikey, from Kingswood, Bristol, lost his life …
Steve Taylor, a 57-year-old Somerset resident, never imagined that a simple outing to vote in the July 2024 General Election would mark the beginning of a challenging new chapter in his life. What started as an ordinary day …
Steve Taylor, a 57-year-old Somerset resident, never imagined that an ordinary day in July 2024 would mark the beginning of the most difficult chapter in his life. Alongside his wife Helen, Steve went out to vote in the …
At just 22 years old, Daniella Capitas Webster from Somerset faced a harrowing journey from misdiagnosis to a rare ovarian cancer diagnosis. Initially, her symptoms—a small lump, persistent bloating, and back pain—were …
A determined Somerset mother has taken on an extraordinary challenge to raise awareness and funds for brain tumour research. She completed a half-marathon dressed as a giant brain, captivating runners and spectators alike. …
A courageous mother from Somerset has completed a half-marathon dressed as a giant brain to raise awareness and funds for brain tumour charities. Battling her own diagnosis, she has inspired many by turning her personal …