The second reactor pressure vessel for Hinkley Point C has completed its journey from France. This major milestone brings the UK's newest nuclear power station closer to powering 6 million homes with zero-carbon electricity by 2031.
The mother of 17-year-old Tamzin Hall says authorities 'desperately failed' her daughter, who died on the M5 after escaping a police vehicle while handcuffed. Read the full investigation details.
Somerset Community Foundation urges support for its Surviving Winter Appeal, helping older people stay warm. Over £50,000 raised so far to cover heating costs and reduce isolation.
Police issue urgent update as convicted murderers Matthew Armstrong and Daniel Washbourne, who absconded from HMP Leyhill, are captured on CCTV in Bristol. Public warned not to approach.
Matthew Armstrong, 35, and Daniel Washbourne, 40, absconded from HMP Leyhill in South Gloucestershire. Police urge public not to approach and call 999 immediately if seen.
Hill Residential's plan for 200 homes on green-belt land near Failand sparks debate. Will the village's unique triangular shape be lost? Read the local reaction.
Inspired by eight-year-old Adeline and her Great Dane, Olive, St Margaret's Hospice launches a 'Walk 100 Miles with Your Dog' challenge for January 2026. Sign up to raise vital funds for free local hospice care.
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
Avon and Somerset Police conclude no further action against Bob Vylan's frontman over Glastonbury chants after CPS advice. Read the full update on the investigation.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the death of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. Police confirm a single stab wound was the cause.
A murder investigation is underway after a nine-year-old girl was found dead at a property in Weston-super-Mare. A man is in custody as police appeal for privacy.
Julie Prince, a civil servant from Somerset, reveals 80% of her salary goes on bills. She can't afford heating and is ineligible for Universal Credit due to her mortgage. Read her story.
A nine-year-old girl has been found dead at a property in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
A Somerset charity supporting families with rare genetic condition PCD receives a vital £1,500 boost from David Wilson Redrow South West. Discover how the donation will help.
An 18-year-old was fatally struck on the M5 moments after a police officer discharged a Taser. The IOPC is investigating the tragic incident near Weston-super-Mare.
An 18-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance on the northbound carriageway. Read the full report.
Somerset Council is selling East Farm, a 79-acre site, to fund essential services. The move follows a financial emergency and government-approved asset sales.
Sir Benjamin Slade, 79, is searching for a wife at least 20 years younger to manage his estate. The role pays £50,000 a year and requires ballroom dancing and a shotgun licence.
Thousands of disabled Universal Credit claimants in Somerset face council tax bills of up to £1,000 after a local scheme change. Discover the impact and council's response.
Join Age UK Somerset's free Christmas Carol Service at Wells Cathedral on Dec 10. Featuring carols, readings, and the Taunton Deane Male Voice Choir. Donations support local older people.
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
A heartwarming traffic jam unfolded in West Huntspill as a family of geese took their goslings for a stroll, capturing the community's heart and bringing vehicles to a gentle halt.