Cambian Somerset School, an independent special school in Taunton, has received high praise from Ofsted inspectors for its welcoming atmosphere, individualized curriculum, and significant progress made by its pupils from …
Ciara Smyth, a 29-year-old woman from Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, was compelled to work from home because her health condition made colleagues “uncomfortable.” Living with epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes …
The community of Bridgwater is mourning the loss of Chad Chappell, a beloved 28-year-old bricklayer whose warmth and humor left a lasting impact on all who knew him. Chad was described by friends and family as a “once in a …
Fromefield Manor School, a private institution in Frome dedicated to pupils with autism and other special needs, has earned high praise in a recent Ofsted report. The inspectors highlighted that the school is a place where …
Families in Bath and North East Somerset with loved ones requiring respite care are being directed to facilities in Gloucester, even though Newton House in Bath—the area’s only respite care home for people with severe …
Newton House, the only respite care home in Bath and North East Somerset catering to individuals with the most severe care needs, will remain open until at least September 2026. The council has committed to ensuring that …
Wayne Pope, a 44-year-old ex-serviceman from Bridgwater, Somerset, had no idea a routine eye appointment would alter his life so dramatically. During a visit to Specsavers, an additional Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) …
A woman was sexually assaulted near the seafront in Weston-Super-Mare on Friday, September 8, 2023. Avon and Somerset Police are actively investigating the case and have released an image of a man they wish to speak to in …
This summer, children and young people under 16 in the West of England will be able to travel free on buses throughout the school holidays. Starting from July 19 until September 5, this new initiative, funded by the West of …
A tragic incident occurred at Hartpury College in Gloucester, where a student was found dead on Friday, June 6. Emergency services responded promptly after being alerted shortly after 11:25 a.m. following reports of the …
Three men were arrested after three teenage girls were allegedly raped at the same property in Swindon. On Saturday, May 31, Wiltshire Police responded to reports of multiple sexual assaults involving three victims at a …
Ray Paice, a man from Taunton, is sharing his story to raise awareness about prostate cancer, a disease he was diagnosed with despite having almost no obvious symptoms. The only noticeable change Ray experienced was an …
Lily Lynch, a 24-year-old woman from Penzance in South West England, has bravely opened up about her lifelong battle with emetophobia — a debilitating fear of vomiting — and its profound effects on her life as a mother. …
A fundraiser has been launched and heartfelt tributes are pouring in following the tragic death of 22-year-old Abbie Winn from Bridgwater, Somerset. Known to many as a kind-hearted and selfless soul, Abbie reportedly took her …
The Dorset County Show has once again demonstrated its strong community spirit, raising more than £15,000 for two vital local charities. This year’s fundraising efforts have provided a significant boost to Julia’s House and …