Hedgehogs have long captured hearts through children’s stories, animated films, and fairy tales, thanks to their charming and harmless nature. In Somerset, these endearing creatures are an integral part of rural life and …
A 14-year-old girl was struck by a van driven by a drink driver in Westbury earlier this year. Despite the serious nature of the collision, the girl fortunately escaped without life-threatening injuries. The incident took an …
In an extraordinary turn of events, Archie, a dachshund who went missing in April 2022 on Enmore Road near Bridgwater, has been reunited with his family after more than three years. The heartwarming news came on August 6, …
Next month, HorseWorld, a renowned horse rescue centre in Whitchurch near Bristol, will open its gates for its much-anticipated annual Open Day on Saturday, August 9. Set across a sprawling 180-acre sanctuary, the event …
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 …
Oliver Sausins was just a typical, energetic nine-year-old boy from Chippenham, Wiltshire, who loved the outdoors, cycling, rugby, and steam engines. Described by his father Daniel as adventurous and lively, Oliver’s life was …
A puffin named Oona has made a remarkable comeback after being found over 100 miles from the coast, in a Herefordshire garden. Severely underweight and far from her natural habitat, Oona’s journey from rescue to release …
Secret World Wildlife Rescue, a dedicated wildlife charity based in East Huntspill, Somerset, is celebrating an extraordinary year of rescuing Peregrine Falcons. In 2025, the organisation successfully rescued, rehabilitated, …
Edward Earle from Osprey Road, Warminster, has been handed a two-year community order after racially abusing a restaurant worker and assaulting a police officer. The incident occurred on July 5 last year at Chick-O-Land in …
James Nash, 40, from Marlborough, exercised relentless control over his ex-partner from October 2022 to February 2024, subjecting her to constant surveillance, manipulation, and intimidation. Nash’s behavior included …
James Nash, 40, from Marlborough, subjected his ex-partner to relentless control and intimidation from October 2022 through February 2024. During this period, Nash closely monitored her every move—checking her phone, …
At Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke in Weston-super-Mare, a remarkable transformation has taken place. What was once a disused and overgrown farm has been revitalized into a vibrant space dedicated to healing, learning, and community …
At Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke in Weston-Super-Mare, a once-forgotten farm has been revitalized into a vibrant sanctuary fostering growth, learning, and wellbeing. This mental health hospital, located on Beach Road, is home to …
Matty Durbin, a 36-year-old electrician and devoted football coach from Clutton, Somerset, is currently stranded in Spain after a serious accident during his holiday. The father of two and coach of Clutton Football Club’s …
Bristol is set to welcome a groundbreaking new facility in children’s healthcare, as plans for the UK’s first dedicated Patient Hotel for young patients have been approved. The Jingle Jam Building, a 12-room facility near …