Bath Man Flies Killer Drones in Ukraine and Would Do It Again Sunday, July 27, 2025 bath ukraine drones war dronepilots combat trauma veterans defense military Adam Gaines, a 47-year-old tree surgeon from Bath, Somerset, never imagined that his life would shift from climbing wind turbines to flying explosive drones over a war-torn battlefield. With no formal military background, … Read More
Routine Eye Test Uncovers Rare Condition, Changing Somerset Dad's Life Forever Friday, June 20, 2025 retinitis pigmentosa blindness diagnosis octscan vision charity veterans fundraising support 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) … Read More
Somerset Schools Commemorate 80th VE Day Anniversary with Enthusiastic Tributes Tuesday, May 13, 2025 somerset veday anniversary schools commemoration history education veterans wwii tribute On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, schools across Somerset offered a heartfelt tribute by stepping back in time to honor this significant moment in history. Pupils and staff immersed themselves in a … Read More