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Burnham Without Parish Council has two vacancies for parish councillors and are seeking local people to fill the roles.
Brent Knoll and Highbridge residents are being invited to learn how to paint with watercolours by a local artist who is starting a new training course.
Organisers of the Somerset and Exmoor Coast Festival, which starts later this month, have announced a major partnership which will see organisers working with a project co-founded by TV presenter Julia Bradbury.
Work has begun this week on repairs to Burnham-On-Sea jetty after stormy high tides caused damage.
Construction of a new McDonald’s drive-thru restaurant in Highbridge is progressing to schedule and it is on track to open next week.
A newly-married couple from Burnham-On-Sea were given a guard of honour by lifeboat crewmembers at the weekend. 
Burnham-On-Sea is set to host the National Gallery’s travelling art studio this month.
Burnham and Highbridge Town Council has issued an apology after receiving complaints over the removal of tributes from graves at Brent Road Cemetery in Burnham-On-Sea.
Burnham-On-Sea firefighters will be washing cars at their station in the town on Saturday, September 7th to raise funds for The Fire Fighters Charity.
Tickets are on sale for a new series of vintage tea dances to be held in Highbridge from this month.
Hundreds of people have signed a petition calling on Somerset Council to support the opening of a rare breed petting farm with a play area, café, and farm shop in Brent Knoll.
Delighted organisers of Burnham-On-Sea's music and arts festival BOSfest have thanked visitors and supporters after a successful weekend.
Berrow Parish Council is running a survey inviting residents' feedback on a possible increase in council tax bills to fund a new £32,500 water heating system at its sports pavilion.
Burnham-On-Sea fitness teacher Lisa Dollery has hung up trainers as she retires after more than three decades.
Dozens of classic cars will go on display at the 17th annual West Huntspill Classic and Vintage Vehicles Show on Saturday September 14th.
Young golfers at Burnham and Berrow Golf Club have completed a unique fundraising challenge over the summer holidays.
Several motorists in Burnham-On-Sea have been hit by a new round of car-clampings by the DVLA.
Burnham-On-Sea’s annual music and arts festival BOSfest returns to the Manor Gardens today (Sunday) with an afternoon of free entertainment.
Four local charities have been featured on Burnham-On-Sea Rugby Club’s shirts for the new season.
A yellow weather warning has been issued for thunderstorms in parts of Somerset today (Sunday) by The Met Office.
Over 200 vehicles - from American hot rods to trucks and classic vehicles - are on show in West Huntspill today (Sunday) during a fundraising show for a Burnham-On-Sea charity.
Burnham-On-Sea’s annual music and arts festival BOSfest returns to the town centre today (Saturday) with a day of free entertainment.
A well-known Burnham-On-Sea butcher has retired this month after 19 years of business.
Dozens of classic American hot rods, trucks, bikes and classic vehicles will roar through Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge today (Saturday, August 31st) in a mass convoy for charity.
CRS Building Supplies in Highbridge is inviting the community to support its fundraising efforts for young Somerset boy Jack Gyde who urgently needs life-saving medical treatment in America.
Somerset Council’s lead members for the environment have written to Ed Miliband asking for a renewed Government commitment to helping local government achieve the nation’s net zero targets.
Brean Theme Park will be holding a fireworks display to mark the end of the summer season this evening (Saturday, August 31st).
Patrols by RNLI lifeguards at Burnham-On-Sea and Brean beaches end this weekend as the peak summer season finishes.
Burnham-On-Sea’s annual music and arts festival BOSfest returns to the town centre with three days of free entertainment this weekend.
Burnham-On-Sea musician Taylor Topham has launched a new single this month.
Burnham-On-Sea and Brigwater MP Ashley Fox has announced this week he is backing James Cleverly for Conservative Party's new Leader.
Burnham-On-Sea Independent Market returns today (Friday August 30th) with a busy line-up of stalls.
A Burnham-On-Sea couple has thanked the local community for raising over £170,000 towards their ongoing £250,000 campaign for vital overseas treatment for their son who has been diagnosed with cancer.
Work is set to start on installing a 'much-needed' new pedestrian crossing in Berrow that is being funded by EDF Energy and Hinkley Point.
Dozens of classic American hot rods, trucks, bikes and classic vehicles will roar through Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Saturday (August 31st) in a mass convoy for charity.
Burnham-On-Sea’s community cafe The Waffle Hub has celebrated its second birthday this week.
Burnham-On-Sea’s annual music and arts festival BOSfest returns to the town centre with three days of free entertainment this weekend.
Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge community groups, charities and local organisations who are looking for funding can now apply to the Town Council for a grant.
New safety watches are set to begin on Burnham-On-Sea seafront this autumn when a new National Coastwatch service starts.
Somerset's biggest road resurfacing programme in at least four years is contining across the county and is set to come into the Burnham-On-Sea area this September.
Burnham-On-Sea and Bridgwater MP Ashley Fox has launched a survey to gauge the opinions of people in Bridgwater after the Government announced cuts to winter fuel payments.
Burnham Area Flower Club is set to hold a colourful floral demonstration at its next meeting.
New singing workshops are set to launch in Highbridge this September and over the winter.
A new show paying homage to the likes of Blondie, Suzi Q, Janis Joplin, Heart, Joan Jett, Pink, Kiki Dee, Bonnie Tyler, Cher is coming to Burnham-On-Sea in October.
Over 500 residents in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have signed a petition calling on the Town Council to reverse its decision in removing scores of tribute items such as glass jars, ceramics and ornaments from next to graves at local cemeteries.
A couple whose horse and wagon were rescued from a roadside ditch in Berrow last week have thanked local people for their support following the incident.
Hundreds of pounds was raised for East Huntspill Church and Church Hall during a fundraising dog show over the weekend.
Somerset Council is encouraging businesses in the Burnham-On-Sea area to reduce their carbon emissions by registering for its 'Go Green Scheme'.
Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit successfully concluded Operation Spotlight, a targeted roads policing initiative aimed at reducing fatal and serious injury Road Traffic Collisions.
A leading Eagles tribute band is heading to Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Theatre this autumn.

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