Craft fair to be held on Saturday
ARTWORK, greetings cards, jewelry and pottery are among the items that will be on show at a special art and craft fair being held in Highbridge this Saturday (May 9th). Enterprising students from King Alfred School's Kings Kards firm, ste up earlier in the year, have organised the event.
ARTWORK, greetings cards, jewelry and pottery are among the items that will be on show at a special art and craft fair being held in Highbridge this Saturday (May 9th). Enterprising students from King Alfred School's Kings Kards firm, ste up earlier in the year, have organised the event.
Seed firm's donation boosts park
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Wildlife Park will soon be bursting into colour following a seed manufacturer's donation of thousands of wild flower seeds. Sutton Seeds has given more than 30 packets of free seeds to the park as part of a scheme to encourage public parks to plant more flowers.
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Wildlife Park will soon be bursting into colour following a seed manufacturer's donation of thousands of wild flower seeds. Sutton Seeds has given more than 30 packets of free seeds to the park as part of a scheme to encourage public parks to plant more flowers.
Five-star award for take-away
Exclusive: STAFF at a Highbridge take-away are celebrating this week after officially being told they offer a 'five star' service. Tasty Bitez in Bank Street is one of only a handful of food businesses to earn a coveted 5-star rating in Somerset's Food Scores scheme, run in our area by the district council.
Exclusive: STAFF at a Highbridge take-away are celebrating this week after officially being told they offer a 'five star' service. Tasty Bitez in Bank Street is one of only a handful of food businesses to earn a coveted 5-star rating in Somerset's Food Scores scheme, run in our area by the district council.
Thanks, Burnham-On-Sea.com!
Exclusive: AN RSPCA shop volunteer has this week thanked Burnham-On-Sea.com readers for coming to her help after mean thieves stole her bicycle as she worked inside the charity shop. Pat Ponting's bike was stolen from outside the RSPCA shop in Regent Street last Wednesday.
Exclusive: AN RSPCA shop volunteer has this week thanked Burnham-On-Sea.com readers for coming to her help after mean thieves stole her bicycle as she worked inside the charity shop. Pat Ponting's bike was stolen from outside the RSPCA shop in Regent Street last Wednesday.
Objections over new flats scheme
Exclusive: PROPOSALS to convert this run-down property in the centre of Highbridge into new flats have this week prompted objections from councillors and local residents. Members of the Town Council's Planning Applications Committee gave a 'thumbs down' to the plans to convert and extend two homes at 29-30 Church Street.
Exclusive: PROPOSALS to convert this run-down property in the centre of Highbridge into new flats have this week prompted objections from councillors and local residents. Members of the Town Council's Planning Applications Committee gave a 'thumbs down' to the plans to convert and extend two homes at 29-30 Church Street.
New history panel unveiled
A NEW sign charting Highbridge's colourful history was formally unveiled in the town on Wednesday afternoon (May 6th). The newly created Highbridge History Panel was unveiled during a short ceremony outside the Asda store attended by Highbridge councillors and history group members.
A NEW sign charting Highbridge's colourful history was formally unveiled in the town on Wednesday afternoon (May 6th). The newly created Highbridge History Panel was unveiled during a short ceremony outside the Asda store attended by Highbridge councillors and history group members.
'Positive talks' on hotel's future
TOWN councillors have this week been reassured by a local conservation officer that positive talks are being held with the owner of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel over long-awaited repairs to the property. Catherine Saunders addressed the council on Tuesday evening (May 5th).
TOWN councillors have this week been reassured by a local conservation officer that positive talks are being held with the owner of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel over long-awaited repairs to the property. Catherine Saunders addressed the council on Tuesday evening (May 5th).
Street Pastor scheme to launch
Exclusive: A PIONEERING scheme to introduce night-time Street Pastors into Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge is set to launch this summer. In an effort to reduce anti-social behaviour and petty crime in the two towns, the groups of Christian volunteers will be patrolling the town centres late at night.
Exclusive: A PIONEERING scheme to introduce night-time Street Pastors into Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge is set to launch this summer. In an effort to reduce anti-social behaviour and petty crime in the two towns, the groups of Christian volunteers will be patrolling the town centres late at night.
TV crew films charity's work
Exclusive: A CHANNEL Five television crew is in the Burnham-On-Sea area this week, filming a local organisation's wildlife rescue work. The TV cameras have descended on Secret World Wildlife Rescue Centre, based at East Huntspill, to record footage for the brand new series fronted by a well-known personality.
Exclusive: A CHANNEL Five television crew is in the Burnham-On-Sea area this week, filming a local organisation's wildlife rescue work. The TV cameras have descended on Secret World Wildlife Rescue Centre, based at East Huntspill, to record footage for the brand new series fronted by a well-known personality.
'Outrage' over £100m 'idea'
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE Liberal Democrats have this week expressed their "utter outrage" after it emerged that plans for a £100million re-development of the town were nothing more than an 'idea'. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report last month how bosses from Property Link had unveiled the regeneration plans.
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE Liberal Democrats have this week expressed their "utter outrage" after it emerged that plans for a £100million re-development of the town were nothing more than an 'idea'. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report last month how bosses from Property Link had unveiled the regeneration plans.
Litter-free summer for town?
Exclusive: STREETS, pavements and beaches in Burnham-On-Sea should be free of litter this summer following a decision by the Town Council to employ two new cleaners. A full-time town centre cleaner is being added to the council's staff to keep streets in Burnham litter-free over the tourist season.
Exclusive: STREETS, pavements and beaches in Burnham-On-Sea should be free of litter this summer following a decision by the Town Council to employ two new cleaners. A full-time town centre cleaner is being added to the council's staff to keep streets in Burnham litter-free over the tourist season.
£1,000 boost for local groups
BURNHAM-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity is among two local groups to share a funding boost of more than £1,000 this week. The money was raised at the Tyntesfield Masonic Lodge annual Ladies Night, held at Cadbury House Hotel near Bristol. Both BARB and a local nursing home received over £500 each.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity is among two local groups to share a funding boost of more than £1,000 this week. The money was raised at the Tyntesfield Masonic Lodge annual Ladies Night, held at Cadbury House Hotel near Bristol. Both BARB and a local nursing home received over £500 each.
Burnham concert cancelled
A LIVE rock music concert which was due to be held at The Princess in Burnham-On-Sea this coming Saturday (May 16th) has been cancelled due to technical problems. Internationally-known guitarist Larry Miller and his band and local musician Cliff Moore had been due to perform at the event.
A LIVE rock music concert which was due to be held at The Princess in Burnham-On-Sea this coming Saturday (May 16th) has been cancelled due to technical problems. Internationally-known guitarist Larry Miller and his band and local musician Cliff Moore had been due to perform at the event.
Biker air-lifted after A38 crash
THESE were the scenes on the A38 at Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday morning (May 3rd) after a motorist had to be air-lifted to hospital following a serious accident. Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to Edithmead at 11.15am following a collision between a car and a motorbike.
THESE were the scenes on the A38 at Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday morning (May 3rd) after a motorist had to be air-lifted to hospital following a serious accident. Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to Edithmead at 11.15am following a collision between a car and a motorbike.
Tickets on sale for town concert
TICKETS have gone on sale for a night of live music being held at Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Hall later this month. Guitarist Larry Miller and his band, plus local legend Cliff Moore, bass player Richie Blake and drummer Tim Price, will be performing at the Princess Hall in Burnham on May 16th.
TICKETS have gone on sale for a night of live music being held at Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Hall later this month. Guitarist Larry Miller and his band, plus local legend Cliff Moore, bass player Richie Blake and drummer Tim Price, will be performing at the Princess Hall in Burnham on May 16th.
Fire alert at Burnham post office
A FIRE crew rushed to the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday evening (May 3rd) to investigate a sighting of smoke rising above the town's post office. One fire engine was sent to Vicarage Street at around 4.30pm after a local resident called emergency services after spotting the smoke.
A FIRE crew rushed to the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday evening (May 3rd) to investigate a sighting of smoke rising above the town's post office. One fire engine was sent to Vicarage Street at around 4.30pm after a local resident called emergency services after spotting the smoke.
Wrinkly Rappers back net event
A GROUP of rapping pensioners who are set to appear on ITV's Britain's Got Talent are backing an event in Burnham-On-Sea to encourage OAPs to use the Internet. The Wrinkly Rappers, pictured, are supporting the Burnham Area Youth Centre Internet awareness day on May 15th.
A GROUP of rapping pensioners who are set to appear on ITV's Britain's Got Talent are backing an event in Burnham-On-Sea to encourage OAPs to use the Internet. The Wrinkly Rappers, pictured, are supporting the Burnham Area Youth Centre Internet awareness day on May 15th.
Kids entertainer raises funds
A children's entertainer drew families to Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (May 2nd) for an afternoon of fun and fundraising. Pip Critten performed a line-up of magic and musical fun at the Ritz Social Club in Victoria Street, where the proceeds went to St Andrew's Church Choir funds.
A children's entertainer drew families to Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (May 2nd) for an afternoon of fun and fundraising. Pip Critten performed a line-up of magic and musical fun at the Ritz Social Club in Victoria Street, where the proceeds went to St Andrew's Church Choir funds.
Protest causes roads chaos
OVER 150 protesters held a disruptive protest in Berrow on Saturday morning (May 2nd) as villagers stepped up their campaign to get safety improvements introduced Coast Road. Berrow's Local Action Team organised the protest march to cause maximum disruption to motorists on one of the busiest weekends.
OVER 150 protesters held a disruptive protest in Berrow on Saturday morning (May 2nd) as villagers stepped up their campaign to get safety improvements introduced Coast Road. Berrow's Local Action Team organised the protest march to cause maximum disruption to motorists on one of the busiest weekends.
Swine Flu rumours quashed
Exclusive: NHS officials quashed concerns on Friday (May 1st) that a resident in Burnham-On-Sea is suffering from suspected Swine Flu. Comments on Burnham's online discussion forums had raised fears that a pupil at a local school had been isolated with the contagious flu bug.
Exclusive: NHS officials quashed concerns on Friday (May 1st) that a resident in Burnham-On-Sea is suffering from suspected Swine Flu. Comments on Burnham's online discussion forums had raised fears that a pupil at a local school had been isolated with the contagious flu bug.
Police probe mystery fire
Exclusive: POLICE and two fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a mystery blaze at a building in Huntspill on Friday afternoon (May 1st). Firefighters used two water jets to damp down the building in Ringstone, just off Withy Road, just after mid-day on Friday, as pictured here.
Exclusive: POLICE and two fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a mystery blaze at a building in Huntspill on Friday afternoon (May 1st). Firefighters used two water jets to damp down the building in Ringstone, just off Withy Road, just after mid-day on Friday, as pictured here.
New Coast Road protest planned
SCENES of mass protest like this in Berrow last year are set to be repeated on Saturday (May 2nd) when angry villagers step up their campaign to get safety improvements introduced along a busy road. Berrow's Local Action Team will hold the protest march in Coast Road on Saturday, starting at 11am at Berrow Church.
SCENES of mass protest like this in Berrow last year are set to be repeated on Saturday (May 2nd) when angry villagers step up their campaign to get safety improvements introduced along a busy road. Berrow's Local Action Team will hold the protest march in Coast Road on Saturday, starting at 11am at Berrow Church.
Ram raid attempt on town store
Exclusive: Police are investigating an attempted ram raid on a supermarket in Highbridge earlier this week. Police officers from Burnham rushed to Somerfield, near Bank Street, in the early hours of Wednesday morning (April 29th) after a vehicle was driven at speed into the building.
Exclusive: Police are investigating an attempted ram raid on a supermarket in Highbridge earlier this week. Police officers from Burnham rushed to Somerfield, near Bank Street, in the early hours of Wednesday morning (April 29th) after a vehicle was driven at speed into the building.
New name for tourism group
BURNHAM-based Sedgemoor Tourism Association is broadening its focus with a new name that will see it representing the whole of Somerset. Members of the 100-strong association gathered at the Oak Tree Arena on Wednesday evening (April 29th) where they unanimously backed the plans.
BURNHAM-based Sedgemoor Tourism Association is broadening its focus with a new name that will see it representing the whole of Somerset. Members of the 100-strong association gathered at the Oak Tree Arena on Wednesday evening (April 29th) where they unanimously backed the plans.
Antiques Roadshow surprise!
Exclusive: A SCRAPBOOK full of old postcards owned by a Burnham-On-Sea collector has been valued at hundreds of pounds by experts from the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Nikki Triggol travelled to Bath last Thursday to take part in the taping of an episode of the long-running BBC1 series.
Exclusive: A SCRAPBOOK full of old postcards owned by a Burnham-On-Sea collector has been valued at hundreds of pounds by experts from the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Nikki Triggol travelled to Bath last Thursday to take part in the taping of an episode of the long-running BBC1 series.
Rally aces clinch second place
AN action-packed day of rallying saw Burnham-On-Sea Motor Club members Dave Phillips and Tim Bagg finish second in the annual Somerset Stages Rally held in Minehead. The duo were competing in their BMW against 150 other crews from across the UK and this was their best-ever result.
AN action-packed day of rallying saw Burnham-On-Sea Motor Club members Dave Phillips and Tim Bagg finish second in the annual Somerset Stages Rally held in Minehead. The duo were competing in their BMW against 150 other crews from across the UK and this was their best-ever result.
Sky televises speedway match
MILLIONS of TV viewers got the chance to watch live speedway racing from Burnham-On-Sea's Oak Tree Arena for the first time on Tuesday evening (April 28th). A huge crowd of supporters flocked to the track to watch the televised clash between Somerset Rebels and King's Lynn Stars, which was shown live on Sky Sports 1.
MILLIONS of TV viewers got the chance to watch live speedway racing from Burnham-On-Sea's Oak Tree Arena for the first time on Tuesday evening (April 28th). A huge crowd of supporters flocked to the track to watch the televised clash between Somerset Rebels and King's Lynn Stars, which was shown live on Sky Sports 1.
New home rises from the ashes
Exclusive: LONG-awaited work to re-build a Brean couple's home that was completely destroyed by fire last year has begun this week. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported last November that a devastating fire had swept through the wooden chalet owned by Brean beach warden Ron Sharrard and his wife Angela.
Exclusive: LONG-awaited work to re-build a Brean couple's home that was completely destroyed by fire last year has begun this week. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported last November that a devastating fire had swept through the wooden chalet owned by Brean beach warden Ron Sharrard and his wife Angela.
Lighthouse steps set to return?
Exclusive: A FLIGHT of steps leading up the outside of Burnham-On-Sea's historic beach lighthouse is to be restored almost 25 years after being removed due to storm damage. Sedgemoor District Council, the owner of the much-loved landmark, has applied for Listed Building Consent to make alterations to the town's low lighthouse - and re-introduce the steps.
Exclusive: A FLIGHT of steps leading up the outside of Burnham-On-Sea's historic beach lighthouse is to be restored almost 25 years after being removed due to storm damage. Sedgemoor District Council, the owner of the much-loved landmark, has applied for Listed Building Consent to make alterations to the town's low lighthouse - and re-introduce the steps.
A38 re-opens after accident
THE A38 on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea was closed to all traffic this evening (Tuesday April 28th) after a two-vehicle accident. Police and paramedics were called to the junction with Burnham Moor Lane, as pictured here, following the rush hour collision. Two cars suffered front and side damage.
THE A38 on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea was closed to all traffic this evening (Tuesday April 28th) after a two-vehicle accident. Police and paramedics were called to the junction with Burnham Moor Lane, as pictured here, following the rush hour collision. Two cars suffered front and side damage.
Residents' delight at road re-think
Exclusive: RESIDENTS in Highbridge are celebrating this week after forcing Somerset County Council to reconsider its plans to introduce parking restrictions along a busy road. Members of the recently-formed RAPYD (Residents Against Proposed Yellow Disaster) group set-up to fight the proposals for double yellow lines at the junction of Burnham Road and Pepperall Road.
Exclusive: RESIDENTS in Highbridge are celebrating this week after forcing Somerset County Council to reconsider its plans to introduce parking restrictions along a busy road. Members of the recently-formed RAPYD (Residents Against Proposed Yellow Disaster) group set-up to fight the proposals for double yellow lines at the junction of Burnham Road and Pepperall Road.
Shoppers raise £400 for club
GENEROUS shoppers at a Highbridge supermarket dug deep into their pockets and gave hundreds of pounds to a local youth group at the weekend. Members of Highbridge Community Youth Club collected £410.22 in the foyer of the Highbridge's Asda store during Saturday April 25th.
GENEROUS shoppers at a Highbridge supermarket dug deep into their pockets and gave hundreds of pounds to a local youth group at the weekend. Members of Highbridge Community Youth Club collected £410.22 in the foyer of the Highbridge's Asda store during Saturday April 25th.
New Governor for town group
BURNHAM-On-Sea town councillor Eric Gill has this week been chosen as the new Governor of the town's Moose International Lodge. Retiring Governor Terry Cornelius handed over the role to Cllr Eric Gill and Dot Anderson became the group's new President Lady, replacing the outgoing Yvonne Cornelius.
BURNHAM-On-Sea town councillor Eric Gill has this week been chosen as the new Governor of the town's Moose International Lodge. Retiring Governor Terry Cornelius handed over the role to Cllr Eric Gill and Dot Anderson became the group's new President Lady, replacing the outgoing Yvonne Cornelius.
Stolen charity banner replaced
STAFF at a local garden centre have given a charity a new advertising banner to replace one stolen from Burnham-On-Sea in March. Employees at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll heard that Freewheelers Emergency Voluntary Service had a banner stolen last month.
STAFF at a local garden centre have given a charity a new advertising banner to replace one stolen from Burnham-On-Sea in March. Employees at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll heard that Freewheelers Emergency Voluntary Service had a banner stolen last month.
Diversity lesson for school kids
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea have organised an event at West Huntspill School to promote cultural awareness and diversity to young people. The event will be led by a group called Storytree, who use story telling, discussion, painting and song to educate youngsters and children.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea have organised an event at West Huntspill School to promote cultural awareness and diversity to young people. The event will be led by a group called Storytree, who use story telling, discussion, painting and song to educate youngsters and children.
Local police priorities revealed
DOZENS of residents in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have attended public meetings over the last few days to set local police's priorities for the coming three months. The PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meetings have been held in the two towns to give people a voice.
DOZENS of residents in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have attended public meetings over the last few days to set local police's priorities for the coming three months. The PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meetings have been held in the two towns to give people a voice.
| Video | Rescue call-out Anglers prompted rescue call-out
BURNHAM-On-Sea's hovercraft crew was called to Brean after two anglers got into difficulty at the same time that Prince Edward was making a special visit to BARB, the charity behind the rescue service, on Friday (April 24th). The anglers had been fishing on rocks at the foot of Brean Down and were trying to get back to the shore when they encountered problems in the mud. Video: Prince's visit to Burnham
PRINCE Edward visited Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (April 24th) when he visited the town's rescue hovercraft station and Coastguards. Burnham-On-Sea.com has compiled this special video highlights package featuring still images and video of the day's activities around the town. Video Police in foot chase in Burnham
Exclusive: POLICE were called to an incident in Burnham-On-Sea on Friday afternoon (April 24th) involving a group of travellers. Officers halted a convoy of vehicles in Berrow Road at around 4.15pm, as pictured here, after one was stopped on suspicion of not having valid insurance. More...
BURNHAM-On-Sea's hovercraft crew was called to Brean after two anglers got into difficulty at the same time that Prince Edward was making a special visit to BARB, the charity behind the rescue service, on Friday (April 24th). The anglers had been fishing on rocks at the foot of Brean Down and were trying to get back to the shore when they encountered problems in the mud. Video: Prince's visit to Burnham
PRINCE Edward visited Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (April 24th) when he visited the town's rescue hovercraft station and Coastguards. Burnham-On-Sea.com has compiled this special video highlights package featuring still images and video of the day's activities around the town. Video Police in foot chase in Burnham
Exclusive: POLICE were called to an incident in Burnham-On-Sea on Friday afternoon (April 24th) involving a group of travellers. Officers halted a convoy of vehicles in Berrow Road at around 4.15pm, as pictured here, after one was stopped on suspicion of not having valid insurance. More...
Brean postman's snake shock
Exclusive: THIS post box at Brean has been taken out of use after the village's postman got bitten by an adder lurking inside. Shocked postie Alan Wakley, pictured, was bitten on the hand by the sneaky snake last Thursday afternoon as he emptied the contents of the box at Brean Cove.
Exclusive: THIS post box at Brean has been taken out of use after the village's postman got bitten by an adder lurking inside. Shocked postie Alan Wakley, pictured, was bitten on the hand by the sneaky snake last Thursday afternoon as he emptied the contents of the box at Brean Cove.
Shops warned over fake notes
Exclusive: SHOPS in Burnham-On-Sea were warned on Saturday (April 25th) to watch out for fake bank notes circulating in the town. It comes after a visitor attempted to use several counterfeit £50 notes to buy a large quantity of stationery products from Bastins on the High Street on Saturday morning.
Exclusive: SHOPS in Burnham-On-Sea were warned on Saturday (April 25th) to watch out for fake bank notes circulating in the town. It comes after a visitor attempted to use several counterfeit £50 notes to buy a large quantity of stationery products from Bastins on the High Street on Saturday morning.
Long-service award for Brian
A LONG-serving member of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose Lodge has been presented with a scroll of honour to mark his half a century of membership. Brian Saunders was presented with a special scroll of honour by Moose Grand Governor Trevor Savage this week to celebrate his 50 years' membership in the Loyal Order of the Moose.
A LONG-serving member of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose Lodge has been presented with a scroll of honour to mark his half a century of membership. Brian Saunders was presented with a special scroll of honour by Moose Grand Governor Trevor Savage this week to celebrate his 50 years' membership in the Loyal Order of the Moose.
Huge barge passes Burnham
ONE of the largest vessels to travel through Bridgwater Bay for several years glided past Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday evening (April 25th). The huge 100-metre Terra Marique barge was pulled by a tug past Burnham at 8pm, having collected industrial equipment from Combwich.
ONE of the largest vessels to travel through Bridgwater Bay for several years glided past Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday evening (April 25th). The huge 100-metre Terra Marique barge was pulled by a tug past Burnham at 8pm, having collected industrial equipment from Combwich.
In photos: Prince visits Burnham
DRAMA occurred during Prince Edward's visit to Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft station today (Friday, April 24th) when crews were called out to an incident on the mudflats at Brean. The Earl Of Wessex was visiting the seafront headquarters of BARB to mark the fifth anniversary of the Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft going into service.
DRAMA occurred during Prince Edward's visit to Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft station today (Friday, April 24th) when crews were called out to an incident on the mudflats at Brean. The Earl Of Wessex was visiting the seafront headquarters of BARB to mark the fifth anniversary of the Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft going into service.
Prince Edward visits town today
BURNHAM-On-Sea will host its first Royal visitor for 14 years today (Friday, April 24th) when Prince Edward visits the town's rescue hovercraft charity. The Earl Of Wessex will visit the seafront headquarters of BARB to mark the fifth anniversary of the Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft going into service.
BURNHAM-On-Sea will host its first Royal visitor for 14 years today (Friday, April 24th) when Prince Edward visits the town's rescue hovercraft charity. The Earl Of Wessex will visit the seafront headquarters of BARB to mark the fifth anniversary of the Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft going into service.
Man assaulted in churchyard
POLICE issued an appeal for information on Thursday (April 23rd) following an assault in Burnham-On-Sea earlier this month. The incident occurred at approximately 8pm on Tuesday 7th April in St Andrew's churchyard, pictured, when a 46 year old man was attacked by a group of youths, including three males and two females.
POLICE issued an appeal for information on Thursday (April 23rd) following an assault in Burnham-On-Sea earlier this month. The incident occurred at approximately 8pm on Tuesday 7th April in St Andrew's churchyard, pictured, when a 46 year old man was attacked by a group of youths, including three males and two females.
Lay-by barriers now permanent
THE introduction of barriers along lay-bys on Burnham-On-Sea's seafront has been so successful in halting groups of 'boy racers' congregating there that permanent bollards are now being installed. The plastic temporary bollards were introduced last December to stop anti-social driving.
THE introduction of barriers along lay-bys on Burnham-On-Sea's seafront has been so successful in halting groups of 'boy racers' congregating there that permanent bollards are now being installed. The plastic temporary bollards were introduced last December to stop anti-social driving.
Lib Dems back roads campaign
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt has this week backed new campaign group Residents Against Proposed Yellow Disaster (RAPYD)'s fight to stop controversial plans for a new roundabout at a road junction near the soon-to-open Frank Foley Parkway in Highbridge.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt has this week backed new campaign group Residents Against Proposed Yellow Disaster (RAPYD)'s fight to stop controversial plans for a new roundabout at a road junction near the soon-to-open Frank Foley Parkway in Highbridge.
Big crowd at Brean fireworks
MORE than 1,500 spectators enjoyed a sparkling fireworks display in Brean at the weekend when the village's Leisure Park held the first of four free events. The first display of the year was a huge success with over 1,500 spectators watching a display that illuminated the skies above Brean.
MORE than 1,500 spectators enjoyed a sparkling fireworks display in Brean at the weekend when the village's Leisure Park held the first of four free events. The first display of the year was a huge success with over 1,500 spectators watching a display that illuminated the skies above Brean.
Gridlock returns to town centre
HIGHBRIDGE has once again been brought to a standstill this week as disruptive roadworks returned. Church Street ground to a halt, as pictured here, as major work to replace gas mains re-started on Monday morning (April 20th) after a two week break over the Easter holiday period.
HIGHBRIDGE has once again been brought to a standstill this week as disruptive roadworks returned. Church Street ground to a halt, as pictured here, as major work to replace gas mains re-started on Monday morning (April 20th) after a two week break over the Easter holiday period.
Highbridge schools set to merge?
PROPOSALS to amalgamate two schools in Highbridge to form a single primary school are set to be considered by Somerset County Council’s Executive Board next week. Beechfield Infants School and St John’s Church of England Junior School, which are on adjacent sites on Burnham Road, could merge to form a new primary school.
PROPOSALS to amalgamate two schools in Highbridge to form a single primary school are set to be considered by Somerset County Council’s Executive Board next week. Beechfield Infants School and St John’s Church of England Junior School, which are on adjacent sites on Burnham Road, could merge to form a new primary school.
Nursing home could close down
Exclusive: THIS prominent nursing home on Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade is under threat of closure due to a drop in the number of elderly people staying there. The owners of Beverley Cottage residential care home confirmed that closing the home is being considered.
Exclusive: THIS prominent nursing home on Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade is under threat of closure due to a drop in the number of elderly people staying there. The owners of Beverley Cottage residential care home confirmed that closing the home is being considered.
