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.
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 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.
Seven men face over 40 charges for alleged child sexual exploitation of 11 teenage girls in Bristol. Police urge public to report concerns.
Avon and Somerset Police charge seven men with over 40 offences against 11 teenagers in a major child sexual exploitation investigation. Learn about the case details and community response.
A teenager's seemingly harmless hiccups turned out to be a warning sign of a rare adrenal gland cancer, leading to emergency surgery and a life-changing diagnosis.
American tennis star Taylor Fritz and influencer girlfriend Morgan Riddle showcase their electric chemistry in a fashionable GQ spread, revealing their relationship dynamics and life on tour.
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.
A baby girl and young child fight for life after devastating crash in Somerset village as police launch urgent investigation into the circumstances.
A 17-year-old boy is battling for survival in hospital after a horrific motorbike collision in South Shields that his family say 'changed everything in a split second'.
A married Illinois couple is discovered dead in their vehicle under mysterious circumstances, leaving investigators searching for answers in this heartbreaking case.
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.
Exclusive details emerge about the haunting text message sent by a teenage suspect moments before a mass shooting injured six young people in a British city centre, as police continue their investigation into the shocking incident.
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
Iconic British shoemaker Clarks unveils a treasure trove of memories with a new museum in its Somerset hometown, celebrating two centuries of craftsmanship, from the original 'Brown Peter' to modern designs.
Industry Rising Star Marisa Abela, of 'Industry' and 'Barbie' fame, has secretly married actor beau Jamie Bogyo in an intimate Somerset ceremony, with 'Game of Thrones' star Kit Harington among the guests.
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 pull off the highest successful run chase in T20 Blast history to defeat Hampshire by five wickets in a breathtaking final at Edgbaston.
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.
Property expert Sarah Beeny fights to protect her idyllic Somerset farm from a massive housing development, revealing her emotional turmoil and planning battle woes.
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.
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
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A poignant love story concludes as Ken and Brenda Benbow, married for 63 years, pass away on the same day, just hours apart, in a final testament to their unbreakable bond.
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.