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Ella Cook, pictured right, and left with partner Kai Poa-Tams. Pictures: Avon & Somerset Police

Warminster pair jailed over ‘racing’ crash that killed woman, 26

A FAMILY has paid tribute to “deeply loving partner, daughter, sister and friend” Ella Cook, of Warminster, who passed…

The tragic crash happened on the B3148 at Rimpton Hill, near Marston Magna. Picture: Google

Biker in her 60s killed in crash near Marston Magna

A BIKER in her 60s passed away after a crash on a Somerset road on Sunday afternoon (April 26). The…

Suspected fuel thieves caught in early-morning stop

POLICE are appealing for information after discovering suspected stolen fuel during a…

Copper wiring stolen in burglary at commercial site

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a break-in at a commercial site in Gillingham left significant damage and stolen…

The derelict property was badly damaged by the blaze. Picture: Sherborne Fire Station

Roof collapses at derelict Sherborne building after fire – with road closed

THE roof collapsed at a derelict building in Sherborne after a fire on Sunday evening (April 26) – with…

Police reassure Mere community following traveller land purchase

POLICE have moved to reassure residents in Mere after concerns were raised about the lawful purchase of land at…

First-of-its-kind charter launched to address gambling harm

A NEW push to tackle the hidden impact of gambling harm is underway in Dorset, as police leaders warn…

Shortlists in – and voting underway – in Muddy Stilettos Somerset & Dorset business awards: Full List

SHORTLISTS are in and voting is underway in the finals of the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Now in their 13th…

Reckless arson explosion puts entire street at risk

A DEVASTATING explosion that rocked a quiet Mere street in the early hours has led to a prison sentence…

Campaign to save Mere Fire Station ramps up

A GROWING campaign to save Mere Fire Station is gathering pace as firefighters, MPs and campaigners all step up…