Mum wins High Court legal fight
A BURNHAM-On-Sea mother who believes her daughter was born disabled after she was exposed to industrial toxins during pregnancy has won a landmark High Court battle. Barbara Mallin blames her 22-year-old daughter Dawn's birth defects on an industrial clean-up at a former British Steel works between 1984 and 1999.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea mother who believes her daughter was born disabled after she was exposed to industrial toxins during pregnancy has won a landmark High Court battle. Barbara Mallin blames her 22-year-old daughter Dawn's birth defects on an industrial clean-up at a former British Steel works between 1984 and 1999.
Mud-plugged car stuck on beach
Exclusive: THE owner of this 4x4 was counting the cost of driving out onto Brean's notorious mudflats after getting stuck and losing his vehicle to the incoming tide. The Honda could not be saved before being swamped by sea water almost a quarter of a mile from the beach.
Exclusive: THE owner of this 4x4 was counting the cost of driving out onto Brean's notorious mudflats after getting stuck and losing his vehicle to the incoming tide. The Honda could not be saved before being swamped by sea water almost a quarter of a mile from the beach.
£250k rugby club project starts
A LONG-awaited £250,000 project to redevelop Burnham Rugby Club's changing rooms has been launched with a turf cutting ceremony. Sedgemoor District Council chairman Jane Moreton led the event at the BASC Ground alongside the club's committee and Burnham Mayor Derick Cooper.
A LONG-awaited £250,000 project to redevelop Burnham Rugby Club's changing rooms has been launched with a turf cutting ceremony. Sedgemoor District Council chairman Jane Moreton led the event at the BASC Ground alongside the club's committee and Burnham Mayor Derick Cooper.
Pensioner hurt in road accident
AMBULANCE crews treated an elderly man for cuts to his face after an accident on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday afternoon (August 4th). Burnham-On-Sea police, ambulance and fire crews were called to the A38 junction with Lympsham Road after the vehicle collided with a roadside bollard.
AMBULANCE crews treated an elderly man for cuts to his face after an accident on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday afternoon (August 4th). Burnham-On-Sea police, ambulance and fire crews were called to the A38 junction with Lympsham Road after the vehicle collided with a roadside bollard.
Archers on target at local event
ARCHERS from across Britain gathered at Mark College, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Saturday (August 1st) to compete in a longbow tournament. Hosted by the Coastal Archers, the tournament was a two-way western event, involving the release of 96 arrows by each of the 34 competitors over distances of 60 and 80 yards.
ARCHERS from across Britain gathered at Mark College, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Saturday (August 1st) to compete in a longbow tournament. Hosted by the Coastal Archers, the tournament was a two-way western event, involving the release of 96 arrows by each of the 34 competitors over distances of 60 and 80 yards.
Drawing contest winner named
A COLOURFUL drawing of buildings on Burnham's Esplanade has been judged the winner of a competition to sketch scenes around the town. Bill Edwards was awarded first place in the 'Draw Burnham-On-Sea Day' competition, held on Saturday (August 1st) during the River Brue Arts Festival.
A COLOURFUL drawing of buildings on Burnham's Esplanade has been judged the winner of a competition to sketch scenes around the town. Bill Edwards was awarded first place in the 'Draw Burnham-On-Sea Day' competition, held on Saturday (August 1st) during the River Brue Arts Festival.
Celebrity TV chef visits Brent Knoll
A CELEBRITY TV chef visited a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st) to officially open a new part of the centre. Martin Blunos, who has a regular slot as a guest chef on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, showed off his cooking skills at Sanders Garden World.
A CELEBRITY TV chef visited a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st) to officially open a new part of the centre. Martin Blunos, who has a regular slot as a guest chef on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, showed off his cooking skills at Sanders Garden World.
Driver injured in A38 crash
THESE were the scenes on the A38 at Brent Knoll on Monday morning (August 3rd) after a two-car collision left one vehicle upturned in a roadside ditch. Police and ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea were sent to the area near Harp Road at 7.35am after a Mitsubishi Shogun collided with a Volkswagen Passat.
THESE were the scenes on the A38 at Brent Knoll on Monday morning (August 3rd) after a two-car collision left one vehicle upturned in a roadside ditch. Police and ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea were sent to the area near Harp Road at 7.35am after a Mitsubishi Shogun collided with a Volkswagen Passat.
SWRDA bosses snub meeting
BURNHAM-On-Sea Chamber of Trade this week expressed its "disappointment" at the decision by South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) not to attend a public meeting in Burnham to explain why the town had missed out on £750,000 of regeneration funding.
BURNHAM-On-Sea Chamber of Trade this week expressed its "disappointment" at the decision by South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) not to attend a public meeting in Burnham to explain why the town had missed out on £750,000 of regeneration funding.
Carnival Queen is crowned!
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Carnival Queen and her Princesses have been chosen at a ceremony in the town on Friday (July 31st). Jessica Rogers, 15, was selected as Queen and Danielle Hockey and Bethany May Ellis will be this year's two princesses. The event to choose the winners was held at Burnham's Ritz Social Club.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Carnival Queen and her Princesses have been chosen at a ceremony in the town on Friday (July 31st). Jessica Rogers, 15, was selected as Queen and Danielle Hockey and Bethany May Ellis will be this year's two princesses. The event to choose the winners was held at Burnham's Ritz Social Club.
Arts festival hailed a success
THIS impressive willow sculpture was one of the many attractions on show along the banks of the River Brue in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st), when local artists created a unique arts trail as part of a two-day visual arts festival. Crowds of art enthusiasts braved poor weather to see numerous artworks.
THIS impressive willow sculpture was one of the many attractions on show along the banks of the River Brue in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st), when local artists created a unique arts trail as part of a two-day visual arts festival. Crowds of art enthusiasts braved poor weather to see numerous artworks.
Teenager rescued from Brean Down
A TEENAGE boy has been rescued by a Coastguard helicopter after getting stuck on the steep cliffs of Brean Down on Friday evening (July 31st). The 15-year-old boy was airlifted to safety from the south-facing cliffs near Brean Cove after becoming stranded while attempting to climb up from the beach.
A TEENAGE boy has been rescued by a Coastguard helicopter after getting stuck on the steep cliffs of Brean Down on Friday evening (July 31st). The 15-year-old boy was airlifted to safety from the south-facing cliffs near Brean Cove after becoming stranded while attempting to climb up from the beach.
Man held after town centre fight
A 30 year-old man has been arrested by police in Highbridge after a fight involving a knife. Three teams of police officers and an ambulance crew were called to Market Street on Thursday evening (July 30th) after reports of an altercation. Police were called to Market Street, opposite the One Stop Shop, at 7.45pm.
A 30 year-old man has been arrested by police in Highbridge after a fight involving a knife. Three teams of police officers and an ambulance crew were called to Market Street on Thursday evening (July 30th) after reports of an altercation. Police were called to Market Street, opposite the One Stop Shop, at 7.45pm.
Cyclist hurt in road accident
A CYCLIST was treated for minor injuries after a collision with a vehicle at a busy roundabout on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (July 31st). Police and ambulance crews were called to the Edithmead roundabout besides junction 22 of the M5 motorway at 7.15am, as pictured.
A CYCLIST was treated for minor injuries after a collision with a vehicle at a busy roundabout on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (July 31st). Police and ambulance crews were called to the Edithmead roundabout besides junction 22 of the M5 motorway at 7.15am, as pictured.
Six in race to be carnival queen
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Carnival Queen and two Princesses will be chosen at a ceremony in the town this evening (Friday July 31st). Organisers said they had received six entries for the position of Queen and 13 entries for the role of Princesses by the deadline earlier this week.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Carnival Queen and two Princesses will be chosen at a ceremony in the town this evening (Friday July 31st). Organisers said they had received six entries for the position of Queen and 13 entries for the role of Princesses by the deadline earlier this week.
Police target illegal parking
ILLEGAL parking in Burnham-On-Sea town centre is to be tackled by local police officers over the next three months. The problem was selected as the top priority at the latest Burnham Police PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting, which was well attended by residents.
ILLEGAL parking in Burnham-On-Sea town centre is to be tackled by local police officers over the next three months. The problem was selected as the top priority at the latest Burnham Police PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting, which was well attended by residents.
FA football coaching in town
BUDDING football stars of the future will be able to show off their skills at a special event in Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. Two free-of-charge FA Skills Days are taking place on Friday 31st July and Saturday 1st August at the Tesco store in Ben Travers Way from 11am-6pm.
BUDDING football stars of the future will be able to show off their skills at a special event in Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. Two free-of-charge FA Skills Days are taking place on Friday 31st July and Saturday 1st August at the Tesco store in Ben Travers Way from 11am-6pm.
MP: 'Halt anti-social drinking'
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week challenged the Government on what action they are taking to reduce irresponsible and anti-social drinking. David Heathcoat-Amory has taken up the matter with the Government to ensure supermarkets play their part in stopping the problems.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week challenged the Government on what action they are taking to reduce irresponsible and anti-social drinking. David Heathcoat-Amory has taken up the matter with the Government to ensure supermarkets play their part in stopping the problems.
Meet TV chef Martin Blunos
A CELEBRITY TV chef will be at a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st) to officially launch a new concession. Martin Blunos, who has a regular slot as a guest chef on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, will be showing off his cooking skills at Sanders Garden World from 12pm-3pm.
A CELEBRITY TV chef will be at a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (August 1st) to officially launch a new concession. Martin Blunos, who has a regular slot as a guest chef on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, will be showing off his cooking skills at Sanders Garden World from 12pm-3pm.
48 new homes for Burnham
A housing developer has this week been given permission to build 48 new homes in Burnham-On-Sea. Swindon-based Bloor Homes had applied to construct the properties on land off Thorndike Way and Cookson Close. The development covers one, two and three bed "affordable" homes.
A housing developer has this week been given permission to build 48 new homes in Burnham-On-Sea. Swindon-based Bloor Homes had applied to construct the properties on land off Thorndike Way and Cookson Close. The development covers one, two and three bed "affordable" homes.
Tesco expansion approved
Exclusive: Planning bosses have this week granted permission to Tesco to extend its Burnham-On-Sea store - but placed 19 conditions on the company. The supermarket giant had applied for permission to build extensions to its South and East elevations and create a new formation of access at its store in Ben Travers Way.
Exclusive: Planning bosses have this week granted permission to Tesco to extend its Burnham-On-Sea store - but placed 19 conditions on the company. The supermarket giant had applied for permission to build extensions to its South and East elevations and create a new formation of access at its store in Ben Travers Way.
Safety advice at drop-in centre
BURNHAM and Highbridge residents can now get fire safety advice and discuss council housing issues with Sedgemoor District Council bosses at the Asda police pod in Highbridge. A series of new drop-in sessions has been arranged over the coming weeks for the benefit of local residents.
BURNHAM and Highbridge residents can now get fire safety advice and discuss council housing issues with Sedgemoor District Council bosses at the Asda police pod in Highbridge. A series of new drop-in sessions has been arranged over the coming weeks for the benefit of local residents.
Man robbed in Berrow Road
POLICE have issued an appeal for witnesses and information after a robbery in Berrow Road in Burnham-On-Sea. The incident occurred on Monday (July 27th) between 10.30pm and 11pm. The victim was walking from Manor Gardens along Berrow Road, away from the town centre.
POLICE have issued an appeal for witnesses and information after a robbery in Berrow Road in Burnham-On-Sea. The incident occurred on Monday (July 27th) between 10.30pm and 11pm. The victim was walking from Manor Gardens along Berrow Road, away from the town centre.
Call for action at danger junction
Exclusive: Concerned residents in Highbridge have this week called on the County Council to improve safety at a road junction where they say "an accident is waiting to happen." Residents of Isleport Lane say speed limits should be cut along neighbouring Mark Road and a fence that "severely hampers the visibility of motorists" should be cut back.
Exclusive: Concerned residents in Highbridge have this week called on the County Council to improve safety at a road junction where they say "an accident is waiting to happen." Residents of Isleport Lane say speed limits should be cut along neighbouring Mark Road and a fence that "severely hampers the visibility of motorists" should be cut back.
Sue becomes a London statue!
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea resident became a 'living statue' in London's Trafalgar Square at the weekend. Sue Quatermass, a community development worker in Burnham and Highbridge, was chosen to be one of the 2,400 people spending an hour alone on the empty plinth.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea resident became a 'living statue' in London's Trafalgar Square at the weekend. Sue Quatermass, a community development worker in Burnham and Highbridge, was chosen to be one of the 2,400 people spending an hour alone on the empty plinth.
Lifeguards set for busy summer
BURNHAM-On-Sea beach will again be in safe hands this summer after the town's lifeguards this week completed an extensive training course in preparation for the holiday season. They have undergone a course covering rescue, resuscitation and first aid plus beach safety skills.
BURNHAM-On-Sea beach will again be in safe hands this summer after the town's lifeguards this week completed an extensive training course in preparation for the holiday season. They have undergone a course covering rescue, resuscitation and first aid plus beach safety skills.
Work to begin on fire-hit hotel
WORK to renovate this fire-damaged former hotel in Highbridge will finally begin in August after Sedgemoor District Council this week said it had given permission for the work to begin. The Highbridge Hotel will be cleared of anything structurally unsound, while preserving those areas of the property covered by listed building regulations.
WORK to renovate this fire-damaged former hotel in Highbridge will finally begin in August after Sedgemoor District Council this week said it had given permission for the work to begin. The Highbridge Hotel will be cleared of anything structurally unsound, while preserving those areas of the property covered by listed building regulations.
Body of porpoise found on beach
THE body of this dead porpoise was washed up on Burnham-On-Sea Beach on Monday morning (July 27th) - the second such discovery in as many years. Sedgemoor District Council collected the carcass, pictured here, after a resident near Maddock's Slade spotted it and alerted the council.
THE body of this dead porpoise was washed up on Burnham-On-Sea Beach on Monday morning (July 27th) - the second such discovery in as many years. Sedgemoor District Council collected the carcass, pictured here, after a resident near Maddock's Slade spotted it and alerted the council.
Novelty cake wins chef award
THIS colourfully decorated cake has won a Burnham-On-Sea school chef a top award in a culinary competition. Wendy Bishop, Catering Manager at St Andrew’s Junior School in Burnham, has been awarded a Gold award for her Decorated Celebration Cake in the 'Finishing Touches' competition, organised by LACA, the Local Authority Caterers Association.
THIS colourfully decorated cake has won a Burnham-On-Sea school chef a top award in a culinary competition. Wendy Bishop, Catering Manager at St Andrew’s Junior School in Burnham, has been awarded a Gold award for her Decorated Celebration Cake in the 'Finishing Touches' competition, organised by LACA, the Local Authority Caterers Association.
Regeneration to be debated
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's regeneration plans will be debated at a public meeting in the town on Wednesday evening (July 29th). The Chamber of Trade has invited a rep from the South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) to explain its decision, along with local council bosses.
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's regeneration plans will be debated at a public meeting in the town on Wednesday evening (July 29th). The Chamber of Trade has invited a rep from the South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) to explain its decision, along with local council bosses.
Hula hoop record bid at Berrow
A HULA hooping world record attempt is set to be held on Berrow beach at the end of August. The bid is set to be held on Sunday August 30th from 11am-2pm, with the record attempt itself taking place at 12 noon. Organisers need to attract over 2,290 people to beat the record.
A HULA hooping world record attempt is set to be held on Berrow beach at the end of August. The bid is set to be held on Sunday August 30th from 11am-2pm, with the record attempt itself taking place at 12 noon. Organisers need to attract over 2,290 people to beat the record.
Tessa is dinner lady for a day!
TESSA Munt, the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for Burnham-On-Sea, spent a day serving lunches in a local school last week to see for herself how meals have changed since she was a pupil. She was impressed with the meals on offer and served up a few meals to the pupils.
TESSA Munt, the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for Burnham-On-Sea, spent a day serving lunches in a local school last week to see for herself how meals have changed since she was a pupil. She was impressed with the meals on offer and served up a few meals to the pupils.
BBC to film TV series on beach
BOTH Burnham-On-Sea and Berrow Beaches will come under the microscope on Thursday (July 30th) when a BBC TV crew will be filming there. The makers of BBC2's Horizon series will be filming several scenes on the beaches for a discussion on the programme about quantum physics.
BOTH Burnham-On-Sea and Berrow Beaches will come under the microscope on Thursday (July 30th) when a BBC TV crew will be filming there. The makers of BBC2's Horizon series will be filming several scenes on the beaches for a discussion on the programme about quantum physics.
Burnham's last butcher to close
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea's last remaining High Street butcher's shop looks set to close later this year. 'Shop To Let' boards have been erected outside Palmers and shop manager Mike Gould (pictured below) confirmed to Burnham-On-Sea.com that competition from local supermarkets has proved too much for butcher.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea's last remaining High Street butcher's shop looks set to close later this year. 'Shop To Let' boards have been erected outside Palmers and shop manager Mike Gould (pictured below) confirmed to Burnham-On-Sea.com that competition from local supermarkets has proved too much for butcher.
RNLI fundraiser earns award
A BURNHAM-On-Sea lifeboat fundraiser has been recognised for her dedication. Jan Pearce, Treasurer and Acting Chairman of the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge RNLI Fundraising Branch, was presented with a Silver Award for Fundraising by Admiral Lord Boyce in Poole.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea lifeboat fundraiser has been recognised for her dedication. Jan Pearce, Treasurer and Acting Chairman of the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge RNLI Fundraising Branch, was presented with a Silver Award for Fundraising by Admiral Lord Boyce in Poole.
More vehicles in difficulty on beach
SOFT sand and fast incoming tides on beaches in the Burnham-On-Sea area have again caught out several vehicle drivers this week. The huge crane pictured above got into difficulty on Burnham-On-Sea beach, near Maddock's Slade, while attempting to reach the low lighthouse.
SOFT sand and fast incoming tides on beaches in the Burnham-On-Sea area have again caught out several vehicle drivers this week. The huge crane pictured above got into difficulty on Burnham-On-Sea beach, near Maddock's Slade, while attempting to reach the low lighthouse.
Four stranded in mid-air on fair ride
FIRE crews from across Somerset were called to Brean Leisure Park on Friday (July 24th) after four people became trapped on a huge fairground ride. The Fire Service was called to help four youngsters stuck on 'Extreme', a high-level fairground ride at the park. They were evntually lowered to safety with the help of the fire crews.
FIRE crews from across Somerset were called to Brean Leisure Park on Friday (July 24th) after four people became trapped on a huge fairground ride. The Fire Service was called to help four youngsters stuck on 'Extreme', a high-level fairground ride at the park. They were evntually lowered to safety with the help of the fire crews.
Tornado sweeps over Burnham
THESE were the remarkable scenes in the skies over Highbridge on Thursday afternoon (July 23rd) as a mini twister swept through our area. Burnham-On-Sea.com reader Graham Powell took these photos of the funnel cloud as it moved quickly across the skies in our area. Several forum users also reported seeing the twister.
THESE were the remarkable scenes in the skies over Highbridge on Thursday afternoon (July 23rd) as a mini twister swept through our area. Burnham-On-Sea.com reader Graham Powell took these photos of the funnel cloud as it moved quickly across the skies in our area. Several forum users also reported seeing the twister.
New tourism group launches
A NEW association to unite Somerset's tourism trade and bring more visitors into the county has been launched this week with a ceremony at a much-loved local landmark. The Somerset Tourism Association Community Interest Company (STA) will allow local tourism businesses to have their say on how the industry is run.
A NEW association to unite Somerset's tourism trade and bring more visitors into the county has been launched this week with a ceremony at a much-loved local landmark. The Somerset Tourism Association Community Interest Company (STA) will allow local tourism businesses to have their say on how the industry is run.
Green Flag award for Apex
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Leisure and Wildlife Park has this week been awarded a Green Flag Award for 2009-2010. The results of this year's Green Flag Award were announced by TV star Michaela Strachan at a Green Flag Awards Ceremony in Bournemouth on Wednesday afternoon (22nd July).
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Leisure and Wildlife Park has this week been awarded a Green Flag Award for 2009-2010. The results of this year's Green Flag Award were announced by TV star Michaela Strachan at a Green Flag Awards Ceremony in Bournemouth on Wednesday afternoon (22nd July).
| Video Pupils promoted to teachers!
TWO pupils at a Burnham-On-Sea school became assistant head teachers for a day as a reward for their 100 per cent attendance during the school year. Oliver Cook and Charlotte Small from Burnham-On-Sea Infants School, were promoted on Wednesday (July 22nd).
TWO pupils at a Burnham-On-Sea school became assistant head teachers for a day as a reward for their 100 per cent attendance during the school year. Oliver Cook and Charlotte Small from Burnham-On-Sea Infants School, were promoted on Wednesday (July 22nd).
Police 'winning war on drugs'
RESIDENTS in Highbridge have this week been told by police that they are winning the war on drug dealing in the town. More than 30 people attended a special PACT meeting (Partners and Communities Together) at Highbridge Community Centre on Tuesday (July 21st).
RESIDENTS in Highbridge have this week been told by police that they are winning the war on drug dealing in the town. More than 30 people attended a special PACT meeting (Partners and Communities Together) at Highbridge Community Centre on Tuesday (July 21st).
Town concert tickets selling fast
TICKETS are selling fast for this weekend's Burnham-On-Sea Mid-Summer Madness concert, which will be held over two nights at the town's Princess Theatre. The event, which replaces 'Under A Summer Moon', will bring together a top line-up of entertainers on Friday 24th July and Saturday 25th July.
TICKETS are selling fast for this weekend's Burnham-On-Sea Mid-Summer Madness concert, which will be held over two nights at the town's Princess Theatre. The event, which replaces 'Under A Summer Moon', will bring together a top line-up of entertainers on Friday 24th July and Saturday 25th July.
Dramatic rescue on Brean beach
A MAN trapped in waist-deep mud on Brean beach with a fast-incoming tide around him has been rescued after a race against time on Wednesday afternoon (July 22nd). Burnham-On-Sea's Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft was called out to help the man at 3.30pm, after a beach warden spotted him.
A MAN trapped in waist-deep mud on Brean beach with a fast-incoming tide around him has been rescued after a race against time on Wednesday afternoon (July 22nd). Burnham-On-Sea's Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft was called out to help the man at 3.30pm, after a beach warden spotted him.
PCs and cash stolen in break-ins
Exclusive: Thieves stole computers and cash during two night-time break-ins in East Huntspill last week. Burnham-On-Sea police officers are investigating whether the two break-ins, in Church Road and Willow Close, are connected although they currently think that they are probably not.
Exclusive: Thieves stole computers and cash during two night-time break-ins in East Huntspill last week. Burnham-On-Sea police officers are investigating whether the two break-ins, in Church Road and Willow Close, are connected although they currently think that they are probably not.
Britain In Bloom judges visit town
JUDGES from the Britain In Bloom competition visited Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday (July 21st) and were impressed with the colourful floral displays on show across the town. The two judges were met by Burnham Mayor Derick Cooper and Burnham In Bloom organisers Richard Young and Dave Perrett.
JUDGES from the Britain In Bloom competition visited Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday (July 21st) and were impressed with the colourful floral displays on show across the town. The two judges were met by Burnham Mayor Derick Cooper and Burnham In Bloom organisers Richard Young and Dave Perrett.
Pupils' busy end to school term
IT has been a very busy end to the school term this week for sixth form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School. The school's Sixth Form Committee have been busy making preparations for the new term in September, laying down plans to receive the new Year 12s at a Freshers' Fayre.
IT has been a very busy end to the school term this week for sixth form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School. The school's Sixth Form Committee have been busy making preparations for the new term in September, laying down plans to receive the new Year 12s at a Freshers' Fayre.
Regeneration group 'mothballed'
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge's Regeneration Partnership is being 'mothballed' due to a lack of funding, we can reveal. The group is being disbanded and its Chairperson, former County Councillor Rosemarie Parsons, has confirmed she will step down in September without a replacement being appointed.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge's Regeneration Partnership is being 'mothballed' due to a lack of funding, we can reveal. The group is being disbanded and its Chairperson, former County Councillor Rosemarie Parsons, has confirmed she will step down in September without a replacement being appointed.
Wildlife in spotlight at Berrow
GUIDED wildlife walks were one of the activities on offer during a special Dunes Discovery Day at Berrow on Saturday (July 18th). Pond dipping, a wildlife quiz and plant hunting were enjoyed by visitors to Berrow Nature Reserve. Somerset Moth Group's Bill Irwin was among the experts at the event.
GUIDED wildlife walks were one of the activities on offer during a special Dunes Discovery Day at Berrow on Saturday (July 18th). Pond dipping, a wildlife quiz and plant hunting were enjoyed by visitors to Berrow Nature Reserve. Somerset Moth Group's Bill Irwin was among the experts at the event.
Serious crash causes M5 delays
THIS multi-vehicle accident caused delays for motorists on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday (July 21st). A lorry collided with a Highways Agency vehicle on the hard shoulder of the northbound carriageway near to junction 23. Police officers, fire crews and ambulances were called to the scene at 11.30am.
THIS multi-vehicle accident caused delays for motorists on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday (July 21st). A lorry collided with a Highways Agency vehicle on the hard shoulder of the northbound carriageway near to junction 23. Police officers, fire crews and ambulances were called to the scene at 11.30am.
