Ilminster6 Nov 2024Not the end of the road for cancelled road projectCouncil will push for smaller-scale improvements after the scheme was branded 'unaffordable'.6 Nov 2024Somerset4 Nov 2024Expectant couple have gender reveal on carnival cartA couple expecting a baby have a gender reveal on a cart at the Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival.4 Nov 202431 Oct 2024Plans to dual A358 Taunton to A303 cancelledThe major A-road upgrade has been described by the chancellor as "unaffordable and unfunded".31 Oct 2024Somerset30 Sep 2024Roads and homes submerged as people 'stuck' in floodingOne resident near Chard Junction says her home is "submerged" after heavy rain.30 Sep 2024Somerset27 Sep 2024Medic's rare WW2 medal 'should be in museum'Arturo Fanconi was posthumously awarded the Albert Medal in gold for saving lives following the D-Day landings.27 Sep 2024Somerset22 Aug 2024Plan to dual A358 between Taunton and A303 'paused'The scheme is now in doubt as the government launches a review into major projects.22 Aug 2024Somerset16 Aug 2024Three people die in crash on A303Two men and one woman died in a crash on the A303 Ilminster Bypass, police say.16 Aug 2024Somerset13 Aug 2024Northern lights dazzle skies over West of EnglandThe Aurora Borealis left star gazers dazzled in Gloucestershire last night. 13 Aug 2024England23 Jul 2024Festivals 'bring £900m to West economy'Concerts and festivals are worth a huge amount to the West says an industry body.23 Jul 2024England