Burnham-On-Sea animal carers are looking after a swan after it was rescued from the M5 motorway this week.
Local music teacher Rowena Steady has recounted how her 6 year old Shetland Sheepdog 'Toes' took part in the prestigious Crufts dog show earlier this month before the Coronavirus lockdown came into force.
Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Sue Mountstevens is inviting people in the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge area to submit their questions concerning Covid-19 and the impact on policing to put to Chief Constable Andy Marsh.
Somerset’s local authorities are calling for care workers to come forward and play a vital role in tackling Coronavirus pressures.
The Somerset Mental Health Alliance has expanded its services to support adults and older people who may be struggling with their mental health as the county responds to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The owners of a farm shop in Berrow have thanked local people for their words of support following a weekend break-in when large quantities of milk, vegetables and cheese were stolen.
Burnham-On-Sea and Brean beaches were far quieter over the weekend than a week before amid the Coronavirus lockdown.
Community-spirited residents in East Huntspill have helped a young boy celebrate his 7th birthday while abiding by the current social distancing rules.
Brean's Holiday Resort Unity will be holding daily online fun shows this week to keep families entertained during the Coronavirus lockdown.
With receycling centres closed and garden waste collections suspended during the Coronavirus pandemic, Somerset Waste Partnership has issued a set of tips for residents with gardens in the Burnham-On-Sea area.
Burnham-On-Sea's Avenue Tennis Club is among the local sports facilities that are temporarily closed due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Thieves have stolen large quantities of milk, vegetables and cheese from a farm shop at Berrow in an overnight break-in.
The manager of Burnham-On-Sea’s Tesco store has thanked customers for their patience and also praised his dedicated team of staff during a ‘hugely busy’ due to the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak.
A tai chi instructor in Burnham-On-Sea is publishing online videos of her exercise sessions to help people stuck at home during the Coronavirus outbreak keep active and also reduce stress and tension.
The manager of Brent Knoll's RSPCA animal centre is set to do an online head shave in aid of the charity.
A Burnham-On-Sea father and son team are aiming to bring some fun to family homes in the area today (Sunday) when they present their online gameshow.
Would-be volunteers in Burnham-On-Sea area are being reminded that they can still help communities and those most in need during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Big hearted school staff have delivered hundreds of pairs of science goggles to a hospital to use during the Coronavirus crisis.
Burnham-On-Sea residents have been warned to be extra vigilant after reports of uninvited callers knocking on doors and asking for money to do shopping trips for local people during the Coronavirus pandemic.
A Burnham-On-Sea musician will hold a live online gig today (Saturday) to raise funds for a mental health charity.
Somerset’s public Rights of Way network is set to remain open during the Coronavirus emergency, Somerset County Council has said this week.
The closure of Brent Knoll’s village shop has prompted more than 150 households to respond to a survey questionnaire that explores the potential for the creation of a community shop.
A Burnham-On-Sea photographer has captured this stunning time-lapse image of the international space station from the town.
Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Social Club is holding a second online quiz night this Saturday (March 28th) to help entertain local people during the Coronavirus lockdown.
Highbridge's Morland Community Hub has been given a £10,000 funding boost this week by the National Lottery.
Burnham-On-Sea Coastguards have rescued a person on a mobility scooter who got stuck on the town’s beach this morning (Friday, March 27th).
Residents across Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge took part in a nationwide 'round of applause' on Thursday night (March 26th) to show their appreciation for all...
Burnham-On-Sea mental health suport charity In Charley’s Memory has suspended its operations to protect the safety of its volunteers during the Coronavirus outbreak.
The Government has this week unveiled new public health regulations strengthening police enforcement powers in England, to reduce the spread of coronavirus, protect the NHS and save lives.
Sedgemoor District Council has this week warned residents across the Burnham-On-Sea area that its Council Tax Council Tax department is experiencing a high number of calls as local people who are struggling to pay their bills due to the Coronavirus lockdown get in touch.
Apple trees have been planted at schools across Somerset in memory of one its most inspirational former residents.
Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's Mayor has this week thanked local volunteers who are going the extra mile to help local residents during the Coronavirus pandemic, saying he is "humbled and proud of how our community is pulling together."
The start of Burnham-On-Sea’s sailing season has been put on hold as the annual yachts 'crane-in' has become the latest local event to be postponed due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Trading Standards bosses have issued a warning to local residents and businesses to be aware of fraudsters who are trying to exploit fear and uncertainty surrounding Coronavirus.
NHS organisations across Somerset have praised locals for their response during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Somerset Community Foundation (SCF) says a huge £70,000 has been raised in just five days to help community groups and charities across the county...
People in the Burnham-On-Sea area are being encouraged to take part in a nationwide 'huge round of applause' called Clap For Our Carers.
The majority of police enquiry offices across the force area have been closed in a bid to reduce the spread of Coronavirus - but officers say you can still report crimes if needed.
Burnham-On-Sea town centre has fallen silent this week as the Prime Minister's three-week lockdown came into affect to halt the deadly spread of Coronavirus.
A Burnham-On businessman says ‘a whole layer of businesses have been forgotten by the Government’ in the Chancellor’s latest Coronavirus financial support announcements.
The organisers of Burnham-On-Sea’s monthly farmers markets have this week taken the decision to suspend the events to try and minimise the spread of Coronavirus.
A Burnham-On-Sea personal fitness trainer aims to keep the local community active with regular online fitness sessions during the Coronavirus lockdown.
EDF Energy is reducing the workforce at its Hinkley Point C project near Burnham-On-Sea by more than half in the coming days because of the Coronavirus outbreak.
A talented Highbridge school student has secured a place on a prestigious fast-track accountancy programme.
Sedgemoor District Council has issued a statement on how its services in the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge area are being affected during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Volunteers operating Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's new Coronavirus community helpline have seen a busy day of helping people across our area. As Burnham-On-Sea.com reported here last...
Highbridge's recycling centre has temporarily closed down due to safety concerns during the Coronavirus outbreak.
A community-spirited Highbridge lady who delivers hot roast meals for needy locals has seen a surge of interest due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Brent Knoll's Sanders Garden Centre has become the latest business to temporarily close due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Somerset Community Foundation (SCF) has launched the Somerset Coronavirus Appeal to get vital funding to local charities and community organisations that are helping the most vulnerable people during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
