town in Somerset, England
Fire and police incident closes M5 : A fire broke out at junction 19 for Portishead at about 3.10pm this afternoon (April 15).
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-m5-closed-vehicle-fire-9226045
Weston weather warning as sea defences activated: Tides are expected to reach close to 13m on Weston-super-Mare's seafront
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/weston-weather-warning-sea-defences-9213816
Tourist speaks out after Portishead swim ended in disaster: BBC series Saving Lives at Sea showcases some of the incredible and difficult rescues crew members ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/portishead-rnli-prevent-horrendous-outcome-9215529
Passion for Somerset sponsors Pride of Somerset Youth Awards 2024: Passion for Somerset is sponsoring the Sporting Achievement Award, which aims to recognise ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24251970.passion-somerset-sponsors-pride-somerset-youth-awards-2024/
North Somerset M5 lorry fire sees five stations attend: A lorry fire on the M5 in North Somerset saw five stations attend, and both carriageways closed.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24256332.north-somerset-m5-lorry-fire-sees-five-stations-attend/
Parking charges across Weston-super-Mare to increase: Council say the charges are 'mostly cheaper than other areas in the South West'
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/parking-charges-across-weston-super-9176140
Fines on the way for cars which block bin lorries: The new rule applies to three narrow streets
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/fines-way-cars-block-bin-9145728
Multiple banks to close in Somerset this year: Alternative banking hubs have been set up to help customers
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/multiple-banks-close-somerset-year-9124979
Flood warning issued for Portishead after night of rain: The flood warning area covers the coastline between Portishead Point and Avonmouth
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/flood-warning-issued-portishead-after-9155331
Somerset towns fear 'Trojan horse full of traffic wardens': 'It’s not a parking strategy, its a trojan horse full of traffic wardens waiting to swan round ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-towns-fear-trojan-horse-9096594
A “Trojan horse full of traffic wardens” could soon be unleashed on three North Somerset towns, a councillor has warnedwww.somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-towns-fear-trojan-horse-9096594
School bus between Somerset towns to end at Easter: The council said that ending the bus would allow them to support the wider network
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/school-bus-between-somerset-towns-9131007
Cop sacked after not arresting stalker who broke into ex's house: An Avon & Somerset Police misconduct panel ruled the officer committed gross misconduct
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/dishonest-cop-sacked-not-arresting-9083397
Avon & Somerset PC Tamsin Devlin faces misconduct hearing: An Avon and Somerset police officer faces a misconduct hearing into her behaviour in connection with a ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24080490.avon-somerset-pc-tamsin-devlin-faces-misconduct-hearing/
An RNLI helm and "really great guy" who saved countless lives in Somerset for 20 years has died.
Bruce du Preez passed away after a battle with ... Show more www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/rnli-helm-great-guy-who-9039701
Storm Isha winds heading for Somerset and North Somerset: Coastal areas of Somerset and North Somerset are being warned of exceptionally strong winds later today ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24063195.storm-isha-winds-heading-somerset-north-somerset/
New TV show to feature alleged police brutality, predators and racism: A TV crew has been following Avon and Somerset's own internal police as they ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/channel-4s-catch-copper-set-9045671
M5 traffic stopped after crash : There is slow traffic heading northbound this morning (Wednesday, December 13)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-lane-somerset-closed-8971497
Former Somerset police constable proven of gross misconduct: A police constable who served in the Avon and Somerset Police force has been barred from serving as ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24007542.former-somerset-police-constable-proven-gross-misconduct/
'Iconic' M5 split-level viaduct is 50 years old: The motorway viaduct, which opened in 1973, was built into the Clevedon Hills.
bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-somerset-67590158
Field in Somerset town won't be built on after campaign: The town council is now entering discussions to turn it into a public green space
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/portishead-green-space-dropped-development-9026915
Poundland confirms opening dates for four new Somerset stores: The budget retail giant has taken over a quartet of sites across the county following another ...
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/poundland-opening-four-somerset-stores-8931004
Power goes off in Somerset town after electricity substation explodes: Temporary generators have been installed in Portishead after the incident
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/power-goes-somerset-town-after-8956811
Two Somerset Wetherspoon pubs win awards for their toilets: Their toilet facilities have received acclaim from inspectors
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/two-somerset-wetherspoon-pubs-win-8912073
M5 car fire closes lane and slows traffic at rush hour: Traffic is queuing on the M5 in North Somerset
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-m5-car-blaze-sparks-8923756
Avon & Somerset sergeant X faces misconduct hearing: An Avon and Somerset Police sergeant is alleged to have sexually assaulted a female and to have made ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23973725.avon-somerset-sergeant-x-faces-misconduct-hearing/
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M5 reopens after crash and long queues: There were delays heading southbound this afternoon (November 7)
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-crash-closes-bristol-m5-8889573
Spectacular Christmas lights switch-on coming to Somerset town: The illuminations have previously been heralded the best in the South West
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/spectacular-christmas-lights-switch-coming-8800099
Three big points in the bag ✔️
4,000 tickets sold for Portishead ✔️
An excellent 24 hours for Steve Cuss and the #afcb women's team 👏
Horse on the loose brings traffic to a standstill on the M5: Traffic was stopped in both directions after a horse escaped from a trailer and wandered on to the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23763429.horse-loose-brings-traffic-standstill-m5/
Vandals trash litter pickers and leave beach strewn with rubbish: The station had only been installed a few days prior to the incident
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/vandals-trash-litter-picking-station-8799529
Growing Somerset town to be left with just one bank: The town will be left with just one bank and no Post Office
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/growing-somerset-town-left-just-8780498
Ban on walking more than six dogs at once now in place: One councillor, who once faced out of control dogs while landing a hot air balloon ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/ban-walking-more-six-dogs-8733856
Anger at new rule banning some dog walkers in parts of Somerset: One local has blasted the new measure as "absolutely ridiculous"
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/anger-new-rule-banning-dog-8768218
Somerset beaches where dogs will soon be allowed again: Most restrictions are set to be lifted at the end of this month
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-beaches-dogs-allowed-again-8740943
M5 traffic held both ways due to police incident: There is stationary traffic between Clevedon and Portishead this afternoon (August 29)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-traffic-somerset-held-8712397
Homes could be built along wooded lane in small village: They could be built just across from the village pub
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/homes-could-built-along-wooded-8768949
We try the coastal pub where dinner made me want to go back for more: It is the town's newest "go to" place after a six-figure refurbishment
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/coastal-somerset-pub-dinner-made-8751267
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Overturned car crash stops M5 traffic in Somerset: The collision took place heading southbound shortly before 1.50pm this afternoon (September 12)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-traffic-held-after-8745665
Police appeal after man steals cash from Somerset supermarket: The incident happened at Portishead Marina
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/police-appeal-after-man-steals-8745595
Big changes are coming to recycling services in Somerset: The changes will impact thousands who use recycling services in one part of the county
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/big-changes-coming-recycling-services-8784110
Last minute summer sunshine predicted ahead of new school term: Don't put away your sunglasses and suncream just yet
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/met-office-predicts-last-minute-8719498
Bus passenger anger after four-hour trip between Somerset towns: "Heaven help any passenger who suffers from travel sickness on long journeys"
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bus-passenger-anger-trip-between-8682017
Rescue crews pluck windsurfer from Somerset coast: The surfer was seen waving his arms in the water
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/rescue-crews-pluck-windsurfer-somerset-8762468
Cyclist told he'd never walk again after crash becomes world champion: William Bjegfelt suffered a shattered tibia and a bleed on the brain following a head-on ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-cyclist-told-hed-never-8693034
M5 vehicle fire forces traffic to be held on motorway: There is heavy traffic heading southbound this morning (August 21)
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-m5-delays-after-vehicle-8692293
Village's drive to re-open once thriving pub after three years: Locals want it back open
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/community-drive-re-open-once-8693552
Thieves strip lead off Somerset school roof - as students return to class: Police are investigating
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/thieves-strip-lead-somerset-school-8744736
Police 'sorry' for undercover police officer's 19-year relationship with woman : Police chiefs knew about the relationship for seven years before they told her - ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/avon--somerset-police-sorry-8734876
M5 carnage as five miles of congestion reported : Just in time for the rush hour
devonlive.com/news/devon-news/live-traffic-travel-police-m5-8664066
Quick Glance: M5 traffic halted due to rush hour crash
- Rush hour crash on M5 stops all northbound traffic.
- Delays of approximately 30 minutes are being reported.
- Traffic was held for 15 minutes at 07:35am.
- National Highways South West warns of delays on M5 northbound following a crash between Clevedon and Portishead.
'Reckless' detective took work experience teen to sex offender's home: Officers admitted gross misconduct and was dismissed without notice
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/reckless-avon--somerset-detective-8723312
Major search launched on Somerset coast for missing swimmer: The man had been seen entering the water in the dark
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/major-search-launched-somerset-coast-8661704
DS Nicola Coutts is facing gross misconduct hearing: A child was invited to spend a work experience day in the Avon and Somerset Police Violent and Sex Offender ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23757580.ds-nicola-coutts-facing-gross-misconduct-hearing/
Nine vehicles involved in M5 crash : There are long delays on the M5 Devon-bound
devonlive.com/news/devon-news/live-m5-traffic-travel-police-8607586
Community hall remains shut after sudden closure amid safety fears: The building closed last month after concerns about the safety of the building
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/community-hall-remains-shut-after-8703551
Warning to pet owners as 'toxic' algae discovered at beauty spot: People and pets are being told to stay out of the water
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/warning-pet-owners-toxic-algae-8703638
Care home to be flattened to make way for retirement flats: The site is set to be transformed
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/care-home-flattened-make-way-8650135
Future of Somerset coastal nature reserve secured: It follows a decade of legal wrangles over its future
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/future-somerset-coastal-nature-reserve-8694849
Award-winning food festival to return to Somerset town: Crowds can take their pick from more than 100 stalls
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/award-winning-food-festival-return-8659008
Somerset Anne Franks Youth Awards held in Portishead: The Somerset Anne Frank Youth Awards (SAFYA) held yesterday (Wednesday, July 5) recognised the achievements ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23637611.somerset-anne-franks-youth-awards-held-portishead/
Man turned his old vacuum cleaner into life-saving defibrillator: Ian Downs was told he was in the top ten per cent of people at risk of a cardiac arrest as well ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/somerset-radio-host-turned-old-8594914
M5 lane closures due to floods and heavy rain: Rain has been battering the county this morning
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/m5-traffic-live-lane-closures-8604524
Venue closes suddenly after concerns raised about roof safety: Concerns have been raised about the condition of the roof and the fire alarm system
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/venue-closes-suddenly-after-concerns-8641373
Murder investigation launched as woman is found fatally injured: One man has been arrested in connection with the death
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/murder-investigation-launched-after-woman-8558140
M5 vehicle fire erupts in Somerset bringing more delays: The M5 is notoriously busy at this time of the year
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/m5-traffic-live-updates-delays-8582403
M5 car fire sends smoke billowing across carriageway: The fire broke out on the southbound carriageway near junction 26 for Wellington
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-m5-traffic-somerset-held-8613407
New three-day street food festival coming to Somerset town: Street food traders from across the UK will be serving up an array of delicious treats
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/new-three-day-street-food-8523034
Community campaign to revive much-loved Somerset village pub: It has been closed since the start of the Covid pandemic in 2020
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/community-campaign-revive-much-loved-8557697
Somerset lido to be revamped after call for volunteers: Dozens of volunteers are set to descend on the open air pool ahead of summer
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/somerset-lido-lick-paint-after-8459990
The 2023 Pride of Somerset Youth Awards celebrate winners: 10 YOUNG people were recognised for their hard work at the Pride of Somerset Youth Awards last night ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23517336.2023-pride-somerset-youth-awards-celebrate-winners/
Young boy trapped waist-deep in mud while walking dog along the beach: A young boy plummeted waist-deep into mud and became 'trapped' after walking his ...
metro.co.uk/2023/05/31/young-boy-trapped-waist-deep-in-mud-while-walking-dog-along-the-beach-18874009/
Cat charity faces homelessness after its HQ is sold: It has rehomed hundreds of cats since it was founded six years ago
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/cat-charity-faces-homelessness-after-8484850
Mercedes stolen from outside home: The car was taken at some time between 11pm on Thursday, May 11 and 9am on Friday, May 12
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/black-mercedes-stolen-home-portishead-8473813
Axed bus service reinstated amid passenger anger: The service had previously been stopped in 2021 due to low usage
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/axed-bus-service-reinstated-amid-8480956
Ian Liddell-Grainger criticises police priority response times: MP Ian-Liddell Grainger has criticised Avon and Somerset Police's response times for
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/23488842.ian-liddell-grainger-criticises-police-priority-response-times/
Your letters: one resident wants rail reintroduction for Norton-Radstock following Dan Norris' spending on Portishead and Yate
mnrjournal.co.uk/opinion/your-letters-one-resident-wants-rail-reintroduction-for-norton-radstock-following-dan-norris-spending-on-portishead-and-yate-617571
Prattens Bowls suffer at the hands of Bloomfield Ladies: Prattens Ladies played against Bloomfield Ladies on Thursday but lost on both rinks.
mnrjournal.co.uk/sport/bowls/a-poor-week-for-prattens-bowls-616525
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