In photos: Remembrance Day
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory was among 200 dignitaries, former service personnel and representatives from local groups who gathered at Burnham-On-Sea's war memorial on Sunday morning (November 9th) to mark Remembrance Day. Wreaths were laid by the town's MP, Burnham and Highbridge Mayor Peter Burridge-Clayton, and other town leaders.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory was among 200 dignitaries, former service personnel and representatives from local groups who gathered at Burnham-On-Sea's war memorial on Sunday morning (November 9th) to mark Remembrance Day. Wreaths were laid by the town's MP, Burnham and Highbridge Mayor Peter Burridge-Clayton, and other town leaders.
Highbridge remembers war dead
DOZENS of Highbridge residents turned out to remember the town's war dead during annual Remembrance Day commemorations on Sunday (November 9th). A procession from the Bank Street car park to the town's war memorial was held and a wreath-laying ceremony followed near St John's church.
DOZENS of Highbridge residents turned out to remember the town's war dead during annual Remembrance Day commemorations on Sunday (November 9th). A procession from the Bank Street car park to the town's war memorial was held and a wreath-laying ceremony followed near St John's church.
Beach anglers reel in catches
DOZENS of anglers lined Burnham-On-Sea's beach on Sunday (November 9th) for an annual shore fishing competition. A poor season of catches continued for the anglers who found fewer codling than normal for this time of year. James Redman was the winner.
DOZENS of anglers lined Burnham-On-Sea's beach on Sunday (November 9th) for an annual shore fishing competition. A poor season of catches continued for the anglers who found fewer codling than normal for this time of year. James Redman was the winner.
Highbridge theft photos issued
POLICE have released these CCTV images of a woman and man who they believe could help with their inquiries into a theft at a Highbridge caravan sales shop. Police said this week that the incident took place on Tuesday afternoon September 9th at 4.38pm. The pictures show a man and woman at the shop.
POLICE have released these CCTV images of a woman and man who they believe could help with their inquiries into a theft at a Highbridge caravan sales shop. Police said this week that the incident took place on Tuesday afternoon September 9th at 4.38pm. The pictures show a man and woman at the shop.
Academy concert raises £630
HUNDREDS of pounds was raised for Burnham-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy when popular local rock group The Ginger Hitlas performed a concert at the town's Ritz Social Club on Friday (November 7th). The academy was set up in memory of Nathan, 17, who was killed in a car crash.
HUNDREDS of pounds was raised for Burnham-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy when popular local rock group The Ginger Hitlas performed a concert at the town's Ritz Social Club on Friday (November 7th). The academy was set up in memory of Nathan, 17, who was killed in a car crash.
MP attends event in Brean
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the VIP guest at a Conservative party event in Brean on Friday evening (November 7th). David Heathcoat-Amory was present at a meal in the Seagull Inn, attended by almost 200 local members of the Conservative party in the resort including Burnham's Mayor.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the VIP guest at a Conservative party event in Brean on Friday evening (November 7th). David Heathcoat-Amory was present at a meal in the Seagull Inn, attended by almost 200 local members of the Conservative party in the resort including Burnham's Mayor.
Town carnival float wins third place
BURNHAM-On-Sea's carnival float came third in its class at the annual Bridgwater Carnival on Friday night (November 7th). Hillview Carnival Club's 'Jester's Parade', pictured here during Friday's parade, suffered a few mechanical problems, but the club's members were in "high spirits."
BURNHAM-On-Sea's carnival float came third in its class at the annual Bridgwater Carnival on Friday night (November 7th). Hillview Carnival Club's 'Jester's Parade', pictured here during Friday's parade, suffered a few mechanical problems, but the club's members were in "high spirits."
Court date set after crash drama
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man is due to appear before Sedgemoor magistrates later this month after a dramatic accident in which this Bentley convertible careered through a wall into the front garden of a vicarage in the town on Wednesday (November 5th). As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com earlier this week, police rushed to the property in Rectory Road at 8.30pm.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man is due to appear before Sedgemoor magistrates later this month after a dramatic accident in which this Bentley convertible careered through a wall into the front garden of a vicarage in the town on Wednesday (November 5th). As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com earlier this week, police rushed to the property in Rectory Road at 8.30pm.
Fire rules threat to guest houses
Exclusive: OVER half of Burnham-On-Sea's guest houses are under threat because new fire safety regulations require them to spend up to £10,000 on upgrading their premises. That's the opinion of a new local campaign group that has been launched by Sedgemoor Tourism Association and Burnham's Lib Dem parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt to raise awareness of the problem.
Exclusive: OVER half of Burnham-On-Sea's guest houses are under threat because new fire safety regulations require them to spend up to £10,000 on upgrading their premises. That's the opinion of a new local campaign group that has been launched by Sedgemoor Tourism Association and Burnham's Lib Dem parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt to raise awareness of the problem.
Secret World care for third seal
WILDLIFE carers at animal charity Secret World, near Burnham-On-Sea, are caring for a third seal that has been washed up on a Bristol Channel beach. The charity was called to Weston earlier this week after a young, underweight grey seal was washed up on the beach.
WILDLIFE carers at animal charity Secret World, near Burnham-On-Sea, are caring for a third seal that has been washed up on a Bristol Channel beach. The charity was called to Weston earlier this week after a young, underweight grey seal was washed up on the beach.
New clock stands test of time
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE'S historic three-sided clock has been repaired after being damaged by vandals earlier this year and is more resilient than ever. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report in June how one of the faces on the iconic clock had been smashed by mean-spirited vandals.
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE'S historic three-sided clock has been repaired after being damaged by vandals earlier this year and is more resilient than ever. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report in June how one of the faces on the iconic clock had been smashed by mean-spirited vandals.
MP in town for remembrance
DOZENS of people are expected to turn out at Remembrance services in the Burnham-On-Sea area on Sunday (November 9th) during the 90th year since the Armistice agreement was signed.
The town's main Remembrance Service will start with a parade at 10.30am.
DOZENS of people are expected to turn out at Remembrance services in the Burnham-On-Sea area on Sunday (November 9th) during the 90th year since the Armistice agreement was signed.
The town's main Remembrance Service will start with a parade at 10.30am.
Hinkley plans go on show in town
DOZENS of Burnham-On-Sea residents took up the opportunity to quiz power bosses about their plans to extend Hinkley Point power station at a day-long exhibition in the town on Thursday (November 6th). Residents had the opportunity to see the plans in detail in the Princess Hall.
DOZENS of Burnham-On-Sea residents took up the opportunity to quiz power bosses about their plans to extend Hinkley Point power station at a day-long exhibition in the town on Thursday (November 6th). Residents had the opportunity to see the plans in detail in the Princess Hall.
End of season party for traders
OVER 100 tourism bosses and holiday camp staff from the Burnham-On-Sea and Brean area let their hair down at a traditional end-of-season party on Thursday (November 6th). Sedgemoor Tourism Association organised the event at Brean Leisure Park where a fancy dress competition was held.
OVER 100 tourism bosses and holiday camp staff from the Burnham-On-Sea and Brean area let their hair down at a traditional end-of-season party on Thursday (November 6th). Sedgemoor Tourism Association organised the event at Brean Leisure Park where a fancy dress competition was held.
Man arrested after car accident
A luxury Bentley convertible careered through a wall into the front garden of a property in Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday evening (November 5th). Police rushed to the scene, in Rectory Road at 8.30pm, but fortunately no-one was injured in the accident. One person has since been arrested.
A luxury Bentley convertible careered through a wall into the front garden of a property in Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday evening (November 5th). Police rushed to the scene, in Rectory Road at 8.30pm, but fortunately no-one was injured in the accident. One person has since been arrested.
Five arrests after town assault
FIVE people were arrested and then bailed following an assault near this Burnham-On-Sea car park - and police have now appealed for the public's help in solving the crime. The incident occurred on Saturday October 25th at 11.15pm near the Lynton Road car park just off Marine Drive.
FIVE people were arrested and then bailed following an assault near this Burnham-On-Sea car park - and police have now appealed for the public's help in solving the crime. The incident occurred on Saturday October 25th at 11.15pm near the Lynton Road car park just off Marine Drive.
£10k boost for rugby club
Exclusive: BOSSES at Burnham-On-Sea Rugby Club are celebrating this week after being handed an early Christmas present of £10,000. The club has received the substantial grant funding from Burnham County Councillor Mike Facey, who handed over the money from Somerset County Council's Local Initiatives Budget.
Exclusive: BOSSES at Burnham-On-Sea Rugby Club are celebrating this week after being handed an early Christmas present of £10,000. The club has received the substantial grant funding from Burnham County Councillor Mike Facey, who handed over the money from Somerset County Council's Local Initiatives Budget.
Town musicians off to Albert Hall
YOUNG people from Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have been chosen to perform at the finale of the BBC School Proms concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London later this month. The concert, to be held on Wednesday November 12th, will feature more than 500 children.
YOUNG people from Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have been chosen to perform at the finale of the BBC School Proms concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London later this month. The concert, to be held on Wednesday November 12th, will feature more than 500 children.
Mayor supports computing event
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor was among the guests who attended a special event in the town to mark UK Online Day. The Burnham Area Youth Centre welcomed Mayor Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton to the event, who tried his hand at online gaming, and helped other users with their PC questions.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor was among the guests who attended a special event in the town to mark UK Online Day. The Burnham Area Youth Centre welcomed Mayor Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton to the event, who tried his hand at online gaming, and helped other users with their PC questions.
Sports centre charity proposals
HIGHBRIDGE'S King Alfred Sports Centre could soon be run by a new non profit-making leisure trust under proposals unveiled by Somerset County Council on Wednesday (November 5th). The creation of the new trust was confirmed by the county council on Wednesday (November 5th).
HIGHBRIDGE'S King Alfred Sports Centre could soon be run by a new non profit-making leisure trust under proposals unveiled by Somerset County Council on Wednesday (November 5th). The creation of the new trust was confirmed by the county council on Wednesday (November 5th).
100 residents sign town petition
Exclusive: ALMOST 100 Burnham-On-Sea residents have signed a new petition calling for action to tackle anti-social behaviour along a busy road in the town. Marine Drive residents, led by Dennis Jones, have this week handed the petition to district councillor Joe Leach, pictured, calling for action.
Exclusive: ALMOST 100 Burnham-On-Sea residents have signed a new petition calling for action to tackle anti-social behaviour along a busy road in the town. Marine Drive residents, led by Dennis Jones, have this week handed the petition to district councillor Joe Leach, pictured, calling for action.
Community award for Belinda
BELINDA Swansbury, from Highbridge, is one of several residents aross the county to have been presented with awards by the Chairman of Somerset County Council for their work in the community. The Chairman’s Awards for Service to the Community recognise individuals, partners and groups.
BELINDA Swansbury, from Highbridge, is one of several residents aross the county to have been presented with awards by the Chairman of Somerset County Council for their work in the community. The Chairman’s Awards for Service to the Community recognise individuals, partners and groups.
Bond boosts town's Ritz cinema!
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new-look cinema has been given a boost this week... thanks to James Bond! Large audiences have been flocking to the renovated Ritz Cinema in Victoria Street, where the new blockbuster Bond movie 'Quantum of Solace' has been playing to large crowds.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new-look cinema has been given a boost this week... thanks to James Bond! Large audiences have been flocking to the renovated Ritz Cinema in Victoria Street, where the new blockbuster Bond movie 'Quantum of Solace' has been playing to large crowds.
Speeding motorists in firing line
MOTORISTS who exceed speed limits while driving through a Burnham-On-Sea estate are being warned they risk having their details passed to the police. The Rosewood Action Team, armed with speed cameras, have already carried out 'speedwatch' sessions.
MOTORISTS who exceed speed limits while driving through a Burnham-On-Sea estate are being warned they risk having their details passed to the police. The Rosewood Action Team, armed with speed cameras, have already carried out 'speedwatch' sessions.
Carnival clean-up costs £2,500
THE cost of cleaning up Burnham-On-Sea's town centre streets after next Monday's carnival will be £2,500, Sedgemoor District Council revealed this week. A huge overnight clean-up operation of the town centre is being planned, as normal, so that the town centre is restored to pristine condition by 7am the following morning.
THE cost of cleaning up Burnham-On-Sea's town centre streets after next Monday's carnival will be £2,500, Sedgemoor District Council revealed this week. A huge overnight clean-up operation of the town centre is being planned, as normal, so that the town centre is restored to pristine condition by 7am the following morning.
Tourist centre praised in survey
THE high quality of customer service at Burnham-On-Sea's Tourist Information Centre has been praised in a new report out this week. The centre on Burnham's Esplanade has once again received excellent results in the annual 'Mystery Shopper' test run by regional tourism boards.
THE high quality of customer service at Burnham-On-Sea's Tourist Information Centre has been praised in a new report out this week. The centre on Burnham's Esplanade has once again received excellent results in the annual 'Mystery Shopper' test run by regional tourism boards.
Hotel renovation edges closer
LONG-awaited work to renovate the fire-hit former Highbridge Hotel looks set to begin shortly following a meeting between its owner and regeneration bosses. Property developer Derek Mead met with Sedgemoor District Council's Corporate Director Doug Bamsey and members of the regeneration partnership where he said his successful insurance claim now makes the renovation work possible.
LONG-awaited work to renovate the fire-hit former Highbridge Hotel looks set to begin shortly following a meeting between its owner and regeneration bosses. Property developer Derek Mead met with Sedgemoor District Council's Corporate Director Doug Bamsey and members of the regeneration partnership where he said his successful insurance claim now makes the renovation work possible.
'Don't consider selling Princess'
TOWN councillors in Burnham-On-Sea have this week been urged to secure the future of the town's Princess Hall. Burnham resident Tony Lynham told a meeting on Monday (November 4th): "It is vitally important that Sedgemoor District Council should not be allowed to sell it off."
TOWN councillors in Burnham-On-Sea have this week been urged to secure the future of the town's Princess Hall. Burnham resident Tony Lynham told a meeting on Monday (November 4th): "It is vitally important that Sedgemoor District Council should not be allowed to sell it off."
Top award for town police team
A TEAM of police officers from Highbridge is to be presented with an award for their "outstanding commitment" to working with the local community later this week. The Highbridge police beat team will be given the Ray Robinson Award for helping reduce crime in the Highbridge area.
A TEAM of police officers from Highbridge is to be presented with an award for their "outstanding commitment" to working with the local community later this week. The Highbridge police beat team will be given the Ray Robinson Award for helping reduce crime in the Highbridge area.
Phone mast 'mystery' solved
A PHONE mast which appeared in Highbridge over the last few days is run by Network Rail, Sedgemoor's planning team has confirmed this week. The huge mast pictured here bemused residents living near the town's Asda supermarket when it was constructed behind the store without notice.
A PHONE mast which appeared in Highbridge over the last few days is run by Network Rail, Sedgemoor's planning team has confirmed this week. The huge mast pictured here bemused residents living near the town's Asda supermarket when it was constructed behind the store without notice.
Two arrests on Halloween night
TWO people were arrested by police in the Burnham-On-Sea area on what police described as an "unusually quiet" Halloween in the town. In the Burnham and Highbridge area, police also made three alcohol seizures and one fireworks seizure. They also received five calls relating to anti-social behaviour.
TWO people were arrested by police in the Burnham-On-Sea area on what police described as an "unusually quiet" Halloween in the town. In the Burnham and Highbridge area, police also made three alcohol seizures and one fireworks seizure. They also received five calls relating to anti-social behaviour.
Flats scheme gets thumbs down
Exclusive: PLANS to replace this former church hall in Burnham-On-Sea with a new block of 14 flats have been given a 'thumbs down' by town councillors despite changes to the proposals. Raglan Homes applied for planning permission earlier this year to knock down St Peter's Hall, opposite Burnham's Catholic Church in Highbridge Road, to create the new development.
Exclusive: PLANS to replace this former church hall in Burnham-On-Sea with a new block of 14 flats have been given a 'thumbs down' by town councillors despite changes to the proposals. Raglan Homes applied for planning permission earlier this year to knock down St Peter's Hall, opposite Burnham's Catholic Church in Highbridge Road, to create the new development.
Park bosses boost for charities
THOUSANDS of pounds was handed over to two local good causes at the weekend by bosses at Brean Leisure Park. Burnham Sea Cadets and the Burnham and Highbridge branch of St John Ambulance each received bumper cheques worth £3,000 from the park's owners.
THOUSANDS of pounds was handed over to two local good causes at the weekend by bosses at Brean Leisure Park. Burnham Sea Cadets and the Burnham and Highbridge branch of St John Ambulance each received bumper cheques worth £3,000 from the park's owners.
Video: Halloween music show
A BURNHAM-On-Sea family transformed the front garden of their home into a colourful Halloween light show on Friday evening (October 31st) to raise money for charity. Keith and Jane Mitchell of Winchester Road created the music and light extravaganza in aid of the Make A Wish Foundation.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea family transformed the front garden of their home into a colourful Halloween light show on Friday evening (October 31st) to raise money for charity. Keith and Jane Mitchell of Winchester Road created the music and light extravaganza in aid of the Make A Wish Foundation.
Land Rover trapped on mudflats
A STRANDED Land Rover had to be pulled to safety after getting stuck on notorious mudflats besides Brean Down on Saturday afternoon (November 1st). The vehicle got into difficulty when owner Roger Proctor drove out too far while collecting fire wood along the base of the Down.
A STRANDED Land Rover had to be pulled to safety after getting stuck on notorious mudflats besides Brean Down on Saturday afternoon (November 1st). The vehicle got into difficulty when owner Roger Proctor drove out too far while collecting fire wood along the base of the Down.
Brean fireworks woo crowds
CROWDS of spectators braved heavy rain and gusty winds in Brean on Saturday evening (November 1st) when the resort's leisure park held its final fireworks display of the year. Several hundred people watched a bonfire and 15-minute fireworks display at Brean Leisure Park.
CROWDS of spectators braved heavy rain and gusty winds in Brean on Saturday evening (November 1st) when the resort's leisure park held its final fireworks display of the year. Several hundred people watched a bonfire and 15-minute fireworks display at Brean Leisure Park.
Replacement plaque unveiled
A NEW seafront plaque to replace one stolen from Burnham's sea wall to celebrate 60 years of the town's Royal Air Forces Association was formally unveiled on Friday (October 31st). Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported in September how the Royal Air Forces Association plaque near the top of the jetty had been stolen by thieves.
A NEW seafront plaque to replace one stolen from Burnham's sea wall to celebrate 60 years of the town's Royal Air Forces Association was formally unveiled on Friday (October 31st). Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported in September how the Royal Air Forces Association plaque near the top of the jetty had been stolen by thieves.
Brean fireworks show preview
THE skies above Brean will be lit up with fireworks tonight Saturday ( November 1st) when the resort's leisure park holds its final display of the year. While there will be no admittance charge, there will be collections on the night for several local charities and good causes.
THE skies above Brean will be lit up with fireworks tonight Saturday ( November 1st) when the resort's leisure park holds its final display of the year. While there will be no admittance charge, there will be collections on the night for several local charities and good causes.
In photos: Halloween party fun
A FANCY dress Halloween party for children in the Highbridge area attracted dozens of children on Friday evening (October 31st). Morland Hall was the venue for the colourful event, which was hosted by Highbridge Community Youth Club and supported by several groups.
A FANCY dress Halloween party for children in the Highbridge area attracted dozens of children on Friday evening (October 31st). Morland Hall was the venue for the colourful event, which was hosted by Highbridge Community Youth Club and supported by several groups.
Police search for crash motorist
Exclusive: POLICE are searching for the driver of a vehicle which careered through a wall into this parked vehicle in a usually quiet road in Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday evening (October 30th). Police were called to St Mary's Road at 5.35pm after a Vauxhall crashed into a silver Honda parked in a private driveway, badly damaging the rear of the vehicle.
Exclusive: POLICE are searching for the driver of a vehicle which careered through a wall into this parked vehicle in a usually quiet road in Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday evening (October 30th). Police were called to St Mary's Road at 5.35pm after a Vauxhall crashed into a silver Honda parked in a private driveway, badly damaging the rear of the vehicle.
'Pull down boarded-up shelters'
Exclusive: THERE have been calls this week for 'unsightly' boarded-up shelters outside a Burnham-On-Sea public garden to be pulled down and removed. The future of the gardens were discussed during a special Chamber of Trade meeting held in the town at the Princess Hall.
Exclusive: THERE have been calls this week for 'unsightly' boarded-up shelters outside a Burnham-On-Sea public garden to be pulled down and removed. The future of the gardens were discussed during a special Chamber of Trade meeting held in the town at the Princess Hall.
Burnham estate agency to close
A Burnham-On-Sea estate agency business is to cease trading on Friday (October 31st). Hutchinson Town and Country Estate Agents will shut its High Street offices due to the impact of the continuing financial downturn and the uncertainty surrounding the property market.
A Burnham-On-Sea estate agency business is to cease trading on Friday (October 31st). Hutchinson Town and Country Estate Agents will shut its High Street offices due to the impact of the continuing financial downturn and the uncertainty surrounding the property market.
Tesco bids to build 17 homes
Exclusive: SUPERMARKET giant Tesco has this week submitted a formal planning application to build 17 new homes on land at the western end of its Burnham-On-Sea store in Love Lane. Tesco's plans for new homes were first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com in July.
Exclusive: SUPERMARKET giant Tesco has this week submitted a formal planning application to build 17 new homes on land at the western end of its Burnham-On-Sea store in Love Lane. Tesco's plans for new homes were first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com in July.
Town charity shop shuts down
Exclusive: A CHARITY shop in the centre of Highbridge has shut down, with bosses blaming the financial downturn for its demise. The charity shop for BIBIC, the British Institute for Brain Injured Children, only opened in Church Street last year but has been struggling to make ends meet.
Exclusive: A CHARITY shop in the centre of Highbridge has shut down, with bosses blaming the financial downturn for its demise. The charity shop for BIBIC, the British Institute for Brain Injured Children, only opened in Church Street last year but has been struggling to make ends meet.
Police in night cycle safety drive
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge are this week launching a campaign to promote road safety to cyclists in the town. Operation Glitter is aimed at reducing the amount of serious road traffic collisions in the Burnham area which happen when bicycles are not properly lit.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge are this week launching a campaign to promote road safety to cyclists in the town. Operation Glitter is aimed at reducing the amount of serious road traffic collisions in the Burnham area which happen when bicycles are not properly lit.
Tickets on sale for tennis concert
POPULAR local rock group The Ginger Hitlas are set to perform a concert at Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Social Club on Friday 7th November in aid of the Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy. The academy was set up as a tribute to the 17-year-old Burnham-On-sea tennis player killed in a road accident.
POPULAR local rock group The Ginger Hitlas are set to perform a concert at Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Social Club on Friday 7th November in aid of the Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy. The academy was set up as a tribute to the 17-year-old Burnham-On-sea tennis player killed in a road accident.
Sea Cadets hold cabaret evening
AN evening of cabaret and dancing will be held in Burnham-On-Sea this Saturday (November 1st) to raise funds for the town's Sea Cadets group. The annual 'Bit of a Do' will be held from 7.30pm at Lakeside Caravan Park. Tickets are available now, priced at £8.50 each.
AN evening of cabaret and dancing will be held in Burnham-On-Sea this Saturday (November 1st) to raise funds for the town's Sea Cadets group. The annual 'Bit of a Do' will be held from 7.30pm at Lakeside Caravan Park. Tickets are available now, priced at £8.50 each.
Polar explorers postpone trip
Exclusive: TWO polar explorers who have been training with Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft team have this week postponed their 2009 expedition due to the current financial climate. The pair, Alex Henney and Simon Marshall, have postponed their expedition until 2010.
Exclusive: TWO polar explorers who have been training with Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft team have this week postponed their 2009 expedition due to the current financial climate. The pair, Alex Henney and Simon Marshall, have postponed their expedition until 2010.
Trio jailed after police chase
THREE young men have been locked up following what police called the "despicable and cowardly" robbery of an 86-year-old Devon man which resulted in a police chase across Devon and Somerset, ending in this dramatic crash in Burnham-On-Sea. The trio had conned their way into the pensioner's home, ransacked his bedroom, and threatened to kill him with a screwdriver in Plympton.
THREE young men have been locked up following what police called the "despicable and cowardly" robbery of an 86-year-old Devon man which resulted in a police chase across Devon and Somerset, ending in this dramatic crash in Burnham-On-Sea. The trio had conned their way into the pensioner's home, ransacked his bedroom, and threatened to kill him with a screwdriver in Plympton.
Mike to fight in county elections
LIBERAL Democrat members in Burnham North have this week picked local councillor and lifelong resident Mike Mansfield to fight the Burnham North County Division in 2009. Mike said: "I've lived in the town all my life, and have always wanted to represent the town in County Hall."
LIBERAL Democrat members in Burnham North have this week picked local councillor and lifelong resident Mike Mansfield to fight the Burnham North County Division in 2009. Mike said: "I've lived in the town all my life, and have always wanted to represent the town in County Hall."
