Somerset

Blandford already boasts an M&S Foodstore. Picture: Google

M&S looking to expand in Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset: Here’s where

MARKS and Spencer is looking to open a host of new Dorset stores in the coming years. The firm, known…

Attempted murder arrest after assault in Wincanton leaves man in hospital

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an incident in Wincanton that has left the…

Asylum seekers in hotels: How many live in your area?

NEW Home Office figures reveal how many asylum seekers are living in hotel accommodation in Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire -…

Pupils celebrating the award

Vale school scoops award for environmental efforts

A WINCANTON school has been awarded an environmental accolade. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School, part of the…

Wincanton races: Preview and tips for Thursday, November 20

RACING returns to Wincanton today (November 20) for a seven-race meeting, which includes four races over hurdles, two over…

The Labour government put the plans on ice last year despite £160 million being spent on the project to date Picture: National Highways

Council leaders condemn “damaging and short-sighted” plans to revoke Stonehenge tunnel planning permission

COUNCIL leaders across Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) have united to heavily…

Chard estate agent Geraldine White, who passed away during an endurance ride last week. Picture: GTH

Tributes to rider killed in horse-riding tragedy near Dorchester

TRIBUTES have been paid to Geraldine White – who passed away after a horse-riding incident near Dorchester last week. Geraldine,…

Season opener at Wincanton Racecourse called off due to a lack of rain

A CHARITY race day at Wincanton has been called off – as not enough rain has fallen on the…

Plaque to commemorate woman killed by bomb in Wincanton in Second World War

A WOMAN who was killed when a bomb dropped on the bank she was working at…

Chief petty officer Callum Seggie receiving his award Picture: Wessex RFCA

Awards ceremony honours Somerset’s armed forces

A SPECIAL awards ceremony took place to recognise the exceptional service and dedication of armed service…