Great-Grandmother's £2,000 Mural Creates Dream Garden
Muriel Baker, 94, has a stunning mural garden she doesn't need to weed. The Somerset great-grandmother's solution brings joy to passers-by. Discover her heartwarming story.
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A303 Crash: Man Dies, One Critical in Somerset
A man in his 50s has died after a serious single-vehicle crash on the A303 in Somerset. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. One person remains in a life-threatening condition.
Teen Couple's Home Destroyed by Arsonists
A teenage couple's first home near Yeovil was burned down by arsonists days before they were due to move in. The uninsured £60,000 property and all their belongings were destroyed. Police are investigating.
Shepton Mallet Carnival halted after float fall
Shepton Mallet Carnival procession was stopped for nearly an hour after a person fell from a carnival cart. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the full story.
William Scott's lost paintings found in Somerset museum
A remarkable collection of early William Scott paintings, hidden from public view for over seven decades, has been rediscovered at the Museum of Somerset in Taunton, offering fresh insights into the artist's celebrated career.
Alistair Crawford: Painter of Britain's Rural Soul Dies at 76
Celebrating the life and legacy of Alistair Crawford, the acclaimed British artist whose evocative paintings immortalised the vanishing landscapes and rural life of Britain.
Christopher Mullan: Street Art Pioneer Dies at 46
Discover the remarkable life of Christopher Mullan, the visionary Belfast-born artist who transformed urban landscapes and mentored a generation of street artists before his tragic passing at 46.
Wiltshire artist transforms London church with stunning art
Discover how a Wiltshire-based artist has brought vibrant life to a historic London church with an extraordinary art installation that's captivating visitors and locals alike.
Dina Broadhurst's shocking nude art with face on another body
Contemporary artist Dina Broadhurst reveals shocking new artwork featuring her face digitally placed on another woman's nude body, sparking conversations about identity and female representation in art.
Somerset's Laser Show Transforms Historic Landmarks
Discover how Somerset's groundbreaking Illuminated River project is using cutting-edge laser technology to create mesmerising light displays across the region's most iconic locations, from Glastonbury Tor to Cheddar Gorge.
Baby and child critical after Oakford collision
A baby girl and young child fight for life after devastating crash in Somerset village as police launch urgent investigation into the circumstances.
Dr Jill Tattersall: Artist & Mental Health Pioneer Dies at 96
Remembering Dr Jill Tattersall - visionary artist, mental health campaigner, and inspirational educator whose groundbreaking work transformed lives across the UK.
Drew Struzan, Legendary Film Poster Artist, Dies at 77
The artistic genius behind cinema's most iconic posters, including Indiana Jones and Star Wars, has passed away as Hollywood pays tribute to his extraordinary legacy.
New Book Reveals the Making of Basquiat the Icon
A groundbreaking new book reveals the making of Jean-Michel Basquiat, exploring how the New York artist transformed from street poet to global art phenomenon and cultural icon.
Don McCullin at 90: How Somerset Saved His Sanity
Legendary war photographer Sir Don McCullin reveals how finding peace in Somerset's countryside helped heal decades of trauma from conflict zones in a powerful new exhibition.
Artist Norman Toynton, Master of Light, Dies at 86
Celebrating the life and profound legacy of Norman Toynton, the acclaimed British artist whose luminous paintings and powerful portraits captured the human condition, leaving an indelible mark on 20th-century art.
Somerset Clinch Thrilling Blast Title in Edgbaston Epic
Relive Somerset's heart-stopping victory over Surrey in a nail-biting Vitality Blast final at Edgbaston. A classic match filled with explosive batting, dramatic twists, and last-over tension.
Somerset win T20 Blast in record-breaking run chase thriller
Somerset pull off the highest successful run chase in T20 Blast history to defeat Hampshire by five wickets in a breathtaking final at Edgbaston.
James Vince smashes Vitality Blast record with 187* for Hampshire
Hampshire Hawks captain James Vince delivered a spectacular, record-breaking innings of 187 not out to power his side to a commanding 63-run victory over Somerset in a high-scoring Vitality Blast clash at the Ageas Bowl.
Sarah Beeny's £3M Somerset Farm Battle Against Housing Development
Property expert Sarah Beeny fights to protect her idyllic Somerset farm from a massive housing development, revealing her emotional turmoil and planning battle woes.
Sarah Beeny ordered to demolish home built without permission
Property expert Sarah Beeny faces a stunning planning defeat as she is ordered to tear down a building on her Somerset estate, constructed without the necessary council permission. A dramatic twist for the development guru.
Lancashire Claim T20 Blast Title in Final-Ball Thriller
Relive the drama, heartbreak, and sheer brilliance of the 2025 Vitality Blast Finals Day. Lancashire Lightning emerged victorious in a rain-affected epic against Somerset, while Northamptonshire claimed the bronze in a day of unforgettable cricket at Edgb
England's Water Crisis: Reservoirs Hit Dangerously Low Levels
Critical water reservoirs across England, including key sites in Somerset, Derbyshire, and Yorkshire, are at alarmingly low levels following an unusually dry winter, prompting concerns over future supply and hosepipe bans.
Hampshire Face Relegation After ECB Points Penalty
Hampshire Cricket has been hit with a massive 10-point penalty and a £5,000 fine after the ECB ruled their Ageas Bowl pitch used against Somerset was 'appalling', plunging the club towards relegation from Division One.
Downton Abbey's Laura Carmichael weds co-star Michael Fox
Downton Abbey's Lady Edith, Laura Carmichael, has secretly married her long-term partner and co-star Michael Fox in an intimate ceremony in the English countryside, away from the public eye.
Bleary-Eyed Celebrities Stumble Out of Glastonbury 2024
Glastonbury 2024's wild after-parties left a trail of famous faces looking worse for wear. See the hilarious and relatable morning-after moments of A-list stars stumbling from their tents.
County Cricket: Surrey Dominate as Yorkshire Collapse
Dramatic day in the County Championship as Surrey post a mammoth total against Warwickshire, while Yorkshire suffer a stunning batting collapse against Somerset. Get all the live action and key stats.
Mystery £10k reward to find missing Jack Osullivan
An anonymous benefactor has pledged a substantial £10,000 reward for information leading to missing Bristol student Jack Osullivan, as the search enters its fourth month.
£10K Reward for Missing Bristol Student Jack O'Sullivan
A £10,000 reward is offered for information on Jack O'Sullivan, 23, last seen in Bristol. Police continue their search with family's desperate plea.
County Cricket Carnage: Yorkshire Collapse vs Somerset
A thrilling day of County Championship action saw Yorkshire crumble against Somerset's bowling attack, while Leicestershire and Gloucestershire battled in a high-scoring affair. Get the full match reports and analysis.
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