Police Incident Halts M5 Traffic in Somerset Tuesday, April 29, 2025 m5 traffic police incident somerset bridgwater commuters delays alternative routes disruption Authorities have halted traffic on the M5 in Somerset following a police incident near Bridgwater. Commuters are urged to seek alternative routes to avoid delays as the situation unfolds.
Man Receives Jail Sentence for Repeated Domestic Abuse Tuesday, April 29, 2025 domesticabuse justice jail victims somerset assault restrainingorder accountability safety zerotolerance A man from Somerset, Jonathan Farrelly, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for repeatedly assaulting his partner and violating a restraining order. The 36-year-old admitted to attacking his victim, causing substantial … Read More
North Somerset Council Supports Vulnerable Residents with £100 Food Vouchers Tuesday, April 29, 2025 somerset council funding support vouchers residents vulnerable assistance scheme household North Somerset Council is taking steps to support vulnerable households in the region by providing £2,305,042.89 from the government’s Household Support Funding. The funding is aimed at aiding families, pensioners, and … Read More
Tribute to the Legacy of Liberal Democrat Activist Pauline Sturgess Tuesday, April 29, 2025 liberal democrat activist pauline sturgess somerset tribute women politics community legacy advocacy The passing of Pauline Sturgess, a dedicated Liberal Democrat activist from Somerset, at the age of 95 has sparked an outpouring of tributes. She was celebrated by volunteers, friends, and family across two constituencies, … Read More
Praise for New Somerset Walking and Cycling Route Tuesday, April 29, 2025 somerset walking cycling route active travel infrastructure rural development support The recently opened walking and cycling route in Somerset has garnered praise from the local MP and has been brought into focus during a parliamentary debate on active travel. The Curry Rivel Active Travel Group has been … Read More
Solar Panel Cables Spark Fire in Somerset Bungalow Monday, April 28, 2025 fire solar panel cables somerset bungalow lithium batteries blaze property A bungalow in Somerset was left devastated after a fire erupted on April 28th, caused by solar panel cables in the utility room. A call reporting smoke coming from the roof of the property in Minehead prompted the arrival of … Read More