Revised plans for a major housing development in Bridgwater reveal a sharp reduction in affordable homes, sparking concerns among local councils and residents. Persimmon Homes Severn Valley originally won outline planning …
Frome schoolchildren will benefit from safer journeys to and from school indefinitely, following the decision to make the Safer School Streets scheme permanent. Since its launch in April 2024, the initiative has transformed …
A driver experienced a suspected medical episode while driving and crashed into another vehicle on Anglo Terrace in Bath this past weekend. The incident occurred shortly after 1 PM on Sunday, November 2. Emergency services, …
Bath is set to introduce its first “school streets” in early 2026, aiming to provide safer, healthier routes for children traveling to and from primary schools. Bath and North East Somerset Council is considering temporary …
This week marks the start of significant preparatory work on the Portishead Railway, a line closed to passengers over half a century ago, in 1964. The first step involves clearing trees and vegetation along the route to make …
This week marks the start of vegetation clearance along the Portishead Railway line, paving the way for construction to reopen the long-disused railway. The work initiates the final phase of enabling tasks ahead of the main …
The A303 Sparkford to Ilchester upgrade in Somerset has been celebrated as a standout achievement at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) South West Engineering Awards 2025. This £155 million project, undertaken by …
The countdown is over—Bridgwater’s biggest event of the year is finally here! The renowned Guy Fawkes Carnival returns today with a full day of vibrant entertainment and an unforgettable illuminated parade. Known as the …
The excitement is building for Bridgwater’s biggest annual event. The world-renowned Guy Fawkes Carnival returns today with a day packed full of entertainment culminating in Europe’s largest illuminated parade. Festivities …
The M5 motorway is currently blocked due to a crash, causing significant disruption for motorists. Authorities are working at the scene to clear the accident and restore traffic flow as quickly as possible. Drivers are …
The M5 motorway has been temporarily closed due to a serious crash, causing substantial delays for motorists. Emergency services are on the scene, working to clear the incident as quickly and safely as possible. Drivers are …
Bristol is considering increasing the daily charges for entering its Clean Air Zone (CAZ) from £9 to as much as £14, following a slowdown in progress reducing pollution levels. Introduced nearly three years ago, the CAZ has …
Captivating footage has emerged showcasing the remarkable installation of a new bridge over the M4 motorway, completed ahead of schedule. The motorway was fully closed between junctions 18 (Bath) and 19 (M32) from 7 pm on …
A driver was recently fined £680 after admitting to breaching the weight limit on Bath’s Cleveland Bridge, highlighting the council’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the city’s historic roads. This incident coincides with …
Dramatic images have emerged following a collision involving a double-decker bus that crashed into a tree. The accident resulted in injuries to three individuals, who were promptly attended to by emergency services. …