Government declares ‘severe drought’ in parts of Somerset and Dorset
SEVERE drought has been declared across large swathes of England - including in Somerset and Dorset. Water companies have been...
Take precautions against flooding this autumn and winter: Top tips
AS the nights draw in, and we prepare to put the clocks back, people in Wiltshire are being warned to...
Surviving Winter Appeal launched to keep older people warm this winter
MORE older people will struggle to pay their heating bills this winter, according to a support organisation launching an appeal...
One-item limit on fridges and freezers at Somerset recycling centres in September
A LIMIT on the number of fridges, freezers and other cooling appliances that can be dropped of at Somerset recycling...
Free events will celebrate history and communities of Cranborne Chase
AN event celebrating the history, communities, ecology and conservation efforts of Cranborne Chase will take place next month. Cranborne Chase...
Ambitious trailway expansion included in new rights of way plan
A WALKWAY stretching from Sturminster Newton to the Blandford Forum area is set to be expanded and better connected. Expansions...
Hosepipe ban introduced by Wessex Water: Here’s what you need to know…
WESSEX Water has imposed a hosepipe ban - the first in the region since 1976 - as a result of...
Support on offer for Somerset rough sleepers as emergency protocol triggered
ROUGH sleepers in Somerset are being offered support during soaring temperatures across the county. Somerset Council’s Severe Weather Emergency Protocol...
UK solar eclipse 2026: When to see it – and how to watch it safely
THE south west is set to be plunged into darkness between 6pm and 8pm on Wednesday evening (August 12) during...
Amber heat alert issued for south west as temperatures set to hit 33C
AN AMBER heat alert has been issued for the south west as temperatures continue to soar this week. The UK...
