Virus keeps hospital ward shut
BURNHAM-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital's wards remained closed to new patient admissions on Thursday (March 4th) following the outbreak of a virus last week. There are still a small number of patients showing symptoms of the Norovirus and the hospital's Matron and Infection Control staff are monitoring them.
BURNHAM-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital's wards remained closed to new patient admissions on Thursday (March 4th) following the outbreak of a virus last week. There are still a small number of patients showing symptoms of the Norovirus and the hospital's Matron and Infection Control staff are monitoring them.
O2 in £214k compensation claim
MOBILE phone giant O2 is demanding almost £214,500 from cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council following an enforcement notice it issued in Burnham-On-Sea, it has emerged this week. The company wants an "award of costs" made against the council over the Pier Street mast decision.
MOBILE phone giant O2 is demanding almost £214,500 from cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council following an enforcement notice it issued in Burnham-On-Sea, it has emerged this week. The company wants an "award of costs" made against the council over the Pier Street mast decision.
Man jailed after drugs raid
Exclusive: A Highbridge man has been jailed for 18 months and had thousands of pounds seized following a successful police drugs raid in the town. Darren Sedgebeer was found guilty at Bristol Crown Court of possession with the intent to supply class C drugs and possession of class B drugs.
Exclusive: A Highbridge man has been jailed for 18 months and had thousands of pounds seized following a successful police drugs raid in the town. Darren Sedgebeer was found guilty at Bristol Crown Court of possession with the intent to supply class C drugs and possession of class B drugs.
Garden centre holds orchid show
COLOURFUL blooms will go on show when a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea holds its annual Orchid Weekend this weekend (March 6th and 7th). The event will be held at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll from Saturday. Visitors will be able to get free advice during the event dedicated to the exotic plants.
COLOURFUL blooms will go on show when a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea holds its annual Orchid Weekend this weekend (March 6th and 7th). The event will be held at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll from Saturday. Visitors will be able to get free advice during the event dedicated to the exotic plants.
Highbridge Arts Festival opens
HIGHBRIDGE'S 63rd annual Festival of the Arts got underway in Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday (March 3rd). Town Mayor Derick Cooper officially opened the popular festival, which shines the spotlight on talented youngsters from the ages of three up at The Princess.
HIGHBRIDGE'S 63rd annual Festival of the Arts got underway in Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday (March 3rd). Town Mayor Derick Cooper officially opened the popular festival, which shines the spotlight on talented youngsters from the ages of three up at The Princess.
Railway ticket machine attacked
Exclusive: THIEVES have smashed their way into a ticket machine at Highbridge Railway Station in an attempt to steal money from inside. The electronic pay machine on the northbound platform next to the station's car park, was discovered by commuters on Wednesday morning (March 3rd).
Exclusive: THIEVES have smashed their way into a ticket machine at Highbridge Railway Station in an attempt to steal money from inside. The electronic pay machine on the northbound platform next to the station's car park, was discovered by commuters on Wednesday morning (March 3rd).
Royal backing for town charity
PRINCE Edward has this week been unveiled as the patron of Burnham rescue charity BARB's fundraising campaign to raise £60,000 for a new hovercraft. The Earl Of Wessex has given his backing to the campaign following a visit to Burnham-On-Sea's hovercraft and coastguard teams last April.
PRINCE Edward has this week been unveiled as the patron of Burnham rescue charity BARB's fundraising campaign to raise £60,000 for a new hovercraft. The Earl Of Wessex has given his backing to the campaign following a visit to Burnham-On-Sea's hovercraft and coastguard teams last April.
New pasty shop opens in town
FRESHLY cooked pasties are being served up at a new town centre shop which opened in Burnham-On-Sea this week. The Newquay Pasty Shop Company officially open its doors to the public on Monday morning (March 1st) at 36 The High Street. Visitors can choose from more than 20 varieties of pasties.
FRESHLY cooked pasties are being served up at a new town centre shop which opened in Burnham-On-Sea this week. The Newquay Pasty Shop Company officially open its doors to the public on Monday morning (March 1st) at 36 The High Street. Visitors can choose from more than 20 varieties of pasties.
National Grid to justify pylon plans
NATIONAL Grid has announced plans to hold a series of events to further explain the background to its controversial proposals for a new overhead electricity line between Hinkley Point power station and Avonmouth, running past the Burnham-On-Sea and East Hutspill area.
NATIONAL Grid has announced plans to hold a series of events to further explain the background to its controversial proposals for a new overhead electricity line between Hinkley Point power station and Avonmouth, running past the Burnham-On-Sea and East Hutspill area.
Race ace's suit raises £2,800
ONE of Formula One World Champion Jenson Button’s winning race suits has been auctioned off to benefit the Highbridge-based National Blind Children’s Society. Jenson is a long-standing vice-president of the National Blind Children’s Society, a provider of specialist support for children across the UK.
ONE of Formula One World Champion Jenson Button’s winning race suits has been auctioned off to benefit the Highbridge-based National Blind Children’s Society. Jenson is a long-standing vice-president of the National Blind Children’s Society, a provider of specialist support for children across the UK.
53 new homes planned for Burnham
A DEVELOPMENT of 53 new homes could be built on this patch of open space in Burnham-On-Sea if planning bosses give it the go-ahead. Persimmon Homes has submitted a new proposal to Sedgemoor District Council for the homes on land to the west of Lawrence Close and north of Wallace Wells Road, pictured here.
A DEVELOPMENT of 53 new homes could be built on this patch of open space in Burnham-On-Sea if planning bosses give it the go-ahead. Persimmon Homes has submitted a new proposal to Sedgemoor District Council for the homes on land to the west of Lawrence Close and north of Wallace Wells Road, pictured here.
Fire crews called to nursing home
TWO fire engines from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a retirement home in the town on Tuesday (March 2nd) after a tumble dryer caught fire. Crews rushed to the home in Berrow Road and found the fire within an industrial-sized tumble dryer had already been put out.
TWO fire engines from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a retirement home in the town on Tuesday (March 2nd) after a tumble dryer caught fire. Crews rushed to the home in Berrow Road and found the fire within an industrial-sized tumble dryer had already been put out.
Tickets on sale for dance event
TWO Burnham-On-Sea dance groups are set to perform a show in the town's Princess Threatre later this month. Dancefit and The Bay Centre Dancers are currently rehearsing for the event, called Dance School Musical, which will be held on Saturday 27th March at 2.30pm. The audience will be treated to an exciting feast of dance.
TWO Burnham-On-Sea dance groups are set to perform a show in the town's Princess Threatre later this month. Dancefit and The Bay Centre Dancers are currently rehearsing for the event, called Dance School Musical, which will be held on Saturday 27th March at 2.30pm. The audience will be treated to an exciting feast of dance.
Sedgemoor's warning for council
SEDGEMOOR District Council bosses visited Burnham-On-Sea on Monday (March 1st) and issued a stark warning on future funding of local public services. Alison Griffin, Corporate Director at Sedgemoor District Council, and Council Leader Duncan McGinty visited this month's council meeting.
SEDGEMOOR District Council bosses visited Burnham-On-Sea on Monday (March 1st) and issued a stark warning on future funding of local public services. Alison Griffin, Corporate Director at Sedgemoor District Council, and Council Leader Duncan McGinty visited this month's council meeting.
Top award won by Burnham shop
STAFF at a Burnham-On-Sea charity shop are celebrating this week after winning the title 'National Retail Volunteer Team Of The Year'. The Sue Ryder shop, based in Burnham High Street, has beaten more than 350 stores across the UK to win. Judges recently visited the store and were impressed how the volunteers get involved.
STAFF at a Burnham-On-Sea charity shop are celebrating this week after winning the title 'National Retail Volunteer Team Of The Year'. The Sue Ryder shop, based in Burnham High Street, has beaten more than 350 stores across the UK to win. Judges recently visited the store and were impressed how the volunteers get involved.
Town pubs fail police checks
Exclusive: TWO pubs in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge face possible prosecution after serving alcohol to under-age drinkers, it emerged this week. And, separately, two pubs in Burnham-On-Sea are being investigated by police in connection with breaches of door staff security laws.
Exclusive: TWO pubs in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge face possible prosecution after serving alcohol to under-age drinkers, it emerged this week. And, separately, two pubs in Burnham-On-Sea are being investigated by police in connection with breaches of door staff security laws.
Seafront flats to get go-ahead?
Exclusive: CONTROVERSIAL plans to build a huge new block of 13 flats next to Burnham-On-Sea beach have been recommended for approval this week. The proposals to construct a three-storey property at the end of Allandale Road in place of a current house are set to be debated next Tuesday (March 9th) when Sedgemoor District Council's Development Control Committee meets.
Exclusive: CONTROVERSIAL plans to build a huge new block of 13 flats next to Burnham-On-Sea beach have been recommended for approval this week. The proposals to construct a three-storey property at the end of Allandale Road in place of a current house are set to be debated next Tuesday (March 9th) when Sedgemoor District Council's Development Control Committee meets.
Mayor swaps chains for guitar!
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fun-loving Mayor swapped his official chains for a guitar and dark glasses when he attended a local fundraising event at the weekend. Derick Cooper was a guest at a cabaret night in Draycott Village Hall to help raise funds for Fairlands Middle School in Cheddar.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fun-loving Mayor swapped his official chains for a guitar and dark glasses when he attended a local fundraising event at the weekend. Derick Cooper was a guest at a cabaret night in Draycott Village Hall to help raise funds for Fairlands Middle School in Cheddar.
Safety fears over CCTV camera
Exclusive: A CCTV camera introduced on Burnham seafront last week is set to be moved because of concerns about health and safety. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report last week how high-tech cameras had been installed next to the jetty and on the seafront by the police and local councils.
Exclusive: A CCTV camera introduced on Burnham seafront last week is set to be moved because of concerns about health and safety. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report last week how high-tech cameras had been installed next to the jetty and on the seafront by the police and local councils.
Town centre shop attacked
A jewellery shop in Burnham town centre suffered hundreds of pounds worth of damage when a vandal threw a brick through its window earlier today (Monday 1st March). Burnham-On-Sea police were called to fashion accessories shop Spangles at 10a The High Street at 12.20am.
A jewellery shop in Burnham town centre suffered hundreds of pounds worth of damage when a vandal threw a brick through its window earlier today (Monday 1st March). Burnham-On-Sea police were called to fashion accessories shop Spangles at 10a The High Street at 12.20am.
3D films hailed a success at Ritz
THE introduction of 3D movies at Burnham-On-Sea's cinema has been hailed a success by its owners. As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com last week, The Ritz in Victoria Street has invested £75,000 in a new state-of-the-art digital projector. The first 3D film, blockbuster Avartar, was watched by film fans at the cinema on Friday.
THE introduction of 3D movies at Burnham-On-Sea's cinema has been hailed a success by its owners. As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com last week, The Ritz in Victoria Street has invested £75,000 in a new state-of-the-art digital projector. The first 3D film, blockbuster Avartar, was watched by film fans at the cinema on Friday.
BBC 'blip' set to affect Burnham
TV viewers across parts of Burnham-On-Sea, Berrow and Brean could automatically receive the Welsh version of the BBC by default after this month's digital switchover. The expected blip is as a result of a boost to the signal strength of a Welsh TV transmitter, which is expected to affect almost 30,000 homes.
TV viewers across parts of Burnham-On-Sea, Berrow and Brean could automatically receive the Welsh version of the BBC by default after this month's digital switchover. The expected blip is as a result of a boost to the signal strength of a Welsh TV transmitter, which is expected to affect almost 30,000 homes.
Town's Elgar Festival in photos
DOZENS of classic music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Theatre over the weekend for a two-day festival celebrating the work of one of England's greatest composers. Burnham's University of the Third Age (U3A) oversaw the Edward Elgar Weekend, which was held on Saturday and Sunday.
DOZENS of classic music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Theatre over the weekend for a two-day festival celebrating the work of one of England's greatest composers. Burnham's University of the Third Age (U3A) oversaw the Edward Elgar Weekend, which was held on Saturday and Sunday.
Weather fails to halt clean-up
THIS group of hardy conservation volunteers braved heavy rain and strong winds to spend Sunday (February 28th) tidying up Berrow's sand dunes. The Sedgemoor Conservation Volunteers made their annual visit to the nature reserve to plant marram and buckthorn.
THIS group of hardy conservation volunteers braved heavy rain and strong winds to spend Sunday (February 28th) tidying up Berrow's sand dunes. The Sedgemoor Conservation Volunteers made their annual visit to the nature reserve to plant marram and buckthorn.
Torquay visit for Moose lodge
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose International Lodge joined members of other lodges from across the West Country for an annual trip to Torquay. The three-day event included a grand black tie ball on Saturday night, attended by the Vice Chairman of Torquay District Council.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose International Lodge joined members of other lodges from across the West Country for an annual trip to Torquay. The three-day event included a grand black tie ball on Saturday night, attended by the Vice Chairman of Torquay District Council.
Army cadets in fundraising drive
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's Army Cadet Force launched a new fundraising drive on Saturday (February 27th) to help boost their funds and raise their profile in the local community. Cadets were helping customers pack shoppers' bags at Asda whilst raising money for a number of planned development projects.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's Army Cadet Force launched a new fundraising drive on Saturday (February 27th) to help boost their funds and raise their profile in the local community. Cadets were helping customers pack shoppers' bags at Asda whilst raising money for a number of planned development projects.
Hovercraft's flying visit to school
YOUNGSTERS at East Huntspill School and Pre-School got a lesson in beach safety this week when one of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts made a special visit. Rescue charity BARB was invited to bring its Light Of Elizabeth craft to the school, where pupils heard about some of its rescues and discovered how it works.
YOUNGSTERS at East Huntspill School and Pre-School got a lesson in beach safety this week when one of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts made a special visit. Rescue charity BARB was invited to bring its Light Of Elizabeth craft to the school, where pupils heard about some of its rescues and discovered how it works.
£10k car gutted in arson blaze
Exclusive: STAFF at a vehicle repair centre in the centre of Highbridge have been counting the cost of a deliberate fire which damaged four cars on Friday night (February 26th). As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com, two fire crews and a team of police officers from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to CJK Vehicle Repairs in Kings Street.
Exclusive: STAFF at a vehicle repair centre in the centre of Highbridge have been counting the cost of a deliberate fire which damaged four cars on Friday night (February 26th). As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com, two fire crews and a team of police officers from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to CJK Vehicle Repairs in Kings Street.
Jail break drama in Burnham
Photo Special: BURNHAM-On-Sea police station was the centre of attention when a jail break took place on Saturday (February 27th) - but it was all in aid of a Weston charity. Seven teams of 24 people donned colourful costumes to take part in the event, for Weston Hospicecare, with the aim of getting as far away from Burnham as possible.
Photo Special: BURNHAM-On-Sea police station was the centre of attention when a jail break took place on Saturday (February 27th) - but it was all in aid of a Weston charity. Seven teams of 24 people donned colourful costumes to take part in the event, for Weston Hospicecare, with the aim of getting as far away from Burnham as possible.
Pupils win science competition
A TEAM of pupils from King Alfred School's Science and Engineering Club in Highbridge took on an unusual challenge this week when they competed in a competition to create a device capable of moving one litre of water in one minute. The six Year 8 pupils travelled to Chilton Trinity to compete against five other local schools.
A TEAM of pupils from King Alfred School's Science and Engineering Club in Highbridge took on an unusual challenge this week when they competed in a competition to create a device capable of moving one litre of water in one minute. The six Year 8 pupils travelled to Chilton Trinity to compete against five other local schools.
Fire crews tackle arson attack
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea have tonight (Friday) been battling a blaze at a vehicle repair centre in Highbridge that has left a vintage car badly damaged following an arson attack. Two fire crews and a team of police officers from Burnham-On-Sea were called to CJK Vehicle Repairs in King Street at 8.41pm.
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea have tonight (Friday) been battling a blaze at a vehicle repair centre in Highbridge that has left a vintage car badly damaged following an arson attack. Two fire crews and a team of police officers from Burnham-On-Sea were called to CJK Vehicle Repairs in King Street at 8.41pm.
Tech giant creates 50 local jobs
HIGHBRIDGE is to get a welcome economic boost after technology giant IBM announced it is creating 50 new jobs with the launch of a new IT support centre. The high-tech facility is scheduled to open on the Isleport Industrial Estate by the middle of this year and bosses are recruiting new staff.
HIGHBRIDGE is to get a welcome economic boost after technology giant IBM announced it is creating 50 new jobs with the launch of a new IT support centre. The high-tech facility is scheduled to open on the Isleport Industrial Estate by the middle of this year and bosses are recruiting new staff.
Police launch new CCTV cameras
Exclusive: MOTORISTS driving along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have this week been warned that 'Big Brother' is watching following the introduction of several new police CCTV cameras. The high-tech cameras have been installed next to the junction of The Esplanade and Pier Street, and another has been is opposite the Tourist Information Centre.
Exclusive: MOTORISTS driving along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have this week been warned that 'Big Brother' is watching following the introduction of several new police CCTV cameras. The high-tech cameras have been installed next to the junction of The Esplanade and Pier Street, and another has been is opposite the Tourist Information Centre.
Gym refurb gets 'knockout' boost
LEADERS at a Highbridge boxing club have this week received a welcome donation of hundreds of pounds towards their gym's refurbishment. County councillor John Woodman met members of King Alfred Amateur Boxing Club on Wednesday evening (February 24th).
LEADERS at a Highbridge boxing club have this week received a welcome donation of hundreds of pounds towards their gym's refurbishment. County councillor John Woodman met members of King Alfred Amateur Boxing Club on Wednesday evening (February 24th).
Sanders picks charities of year
STAFF at a garden centre in Brent Knoll have this week selected the four groups which will be their ‘charities of the year’ for 2010. Sanders Garden World is set to host a series of fundraising activities with the four charities over the coming months, which include local wildlife rescue charity Secret World.
STAFF at a garden centre in Brent Knoll have this week selected the four groups which will be their ‘charities of the year’ for 2010. Sanders Garden World is set to host a series of fundraising activities with the four charities over the coming months, which include local wildlife rescue charity Secret World.
Town clock to retain Royal link
A NEW town clock which looks set to be built in the centre of Highbridge is to be dedicated to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. At the latest town council meeting, councillors voted in favour of trying to secure funding to purchase a new three-faced clock for Jubilee Gardens.
A NEW town clock which looks set to be built in the centre of Highbridge is to be dedicated to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. At the latest town council meeting, councillors voted in favour of trying to secure funding to purchase a new three-faced clock for Jubilee Gardens.
Triple award win for craft shop
DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea shop owners John and Katharine Edwards are celebrating this week after scooping THREE top awards in a national competition for a second year running. Material Needs in Burnham High Street has been voted 'Stitching Retailer Of The Year' for the whole UK.
DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea shop owners John and Katharine Edwards are celebrating this week after scooping THREE top awards in a national competition for a second year running. Material Needs in Burnham High Street has been voted 'Stitching Retailer Of The Year' for the whole UK.
Godson inspires Burnham runner
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teacher is set to pull on her running shoes to raise money for a charity very dear to her heart. Sam Stockham, who works at Brent Knoll School, is running the Bath Half Marathon on March 7th to raise money for the MPS Society, an organisation that is close to her family.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teacher is set to pull on her running shoes to raise money for a charity very dear to her heart. Sam Stockham, who works at Brent Knoll School, is running the Bath Half Marathon on March 7th to raise money for the MPS Society, an organisation that is close to her family.
Thieves steal lifeboat man's bike
A LIFEBOAT crewman in Burnham-On-Sea had his bike stolen while he was inside the RNLI station on a training session. Crew member Ian Tench, pictured here on the far right, had his mountain bike pinched from outside the Pier Street station last Wednesday while he was taking part in a training exercise.
A LIFEBOAT crewman in Burnham-On-Sea had his bike stolen while he was inside the RNLI station on a training session. Crew member Ian Tench, pictured here on the far right, had his mountain bike pinched from outside the Pier Street station last Wednesday while he was taking part in a training exercise.
11 new jobs at town pasty shop
ELEVEN new jobs will be created in Burnham-On-Sea next week with the opening of a new cornish pasty shop in the town centre. The Newquay Pasty Shop Company will officially open its doors to the public at 36 The High Street on Monday morning (March 1st), it was confirmed.
ELEVEN new jobs will be created in Burnham-On-Sea next week with the opening of a new cornish pasty shop in the town centre. The Newquay Pasty Shop Company will officially open its doors to the public at 36 The High Street on Monday morning (March 1st), it was confirmed.
£15k boost for Berrow play area
DELIGHTED residents in Berrow are celebrating again this week after securing £15,000 of funding from environmental firm Viridor towards the village's new play area project. The parish council announced on Wednesday (February 24th) that Viridor is to provide the funding through its Landfill Communities Fund.
DELIGHTED residents in Berrow are celebrating again this week after securing £15,000 of funding from environmental firm Viridor towards the village's new play area project. The parish council announced on Wednesday (February 24th) that Viridor is to provide the funding through its Landfill Communities Fund.
School's solar plans approved
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea school is set to be partially powered by sunlight after local councillors this week gave it the go-ahead to install new solar panels. St Joseph's Primary School has applied to Sedgemoor District Council to install two sets of panels at its Oxford Street premises.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea school is set to be partially powered by sunlight after local councillors this week gave it the go-ahead to install new solar panels. St Joseph's Primary School has applied to Sedgemoor District Council to install two sets of panels at its Oxford Street premises.
Rotary Club opens town shop
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor and Mayoress were on hand at this week's official opening of a temporary shop being run by the town's Rotary Club. The former Threshers off-licence shop in College Street has been turned into an information centre for one week only by the club's members.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor and Mayoress were on hand at this week's official opening of a temporary shop being run by the town's Rotary Club. The former Threshers off-licence shop in College Street has been turned into an information centre for one week only by the club's members.
Cash boost for Burnham club
A GROUP that helps people with learning disabalities across the Burnham-On-Sea area has this week been handed a financial boost of hundreds of pounds. Somerset County Councillor John Woodman has given the Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club a cheque for £500.
A GROUP that helps people with learning disabalities across the Burnham-On-Sea area has this week been handed a financial boost of hundreds of pounds. Somerset County Councillor John Woodman has given the Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club a cheque for £500.
Country music star visits town
LEGENDARY country and western musician George Hamilton IV - who used to tour with Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers - was the special guest at a one-off concert in a Burnham-On-Sea church on Tuesday (February 23rd). Pastor Kelton Black welcomed him to the College Street Baptist Church.
LEGENDARY country and western musician George Hamilton IV - who used to tour with Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers - was the special guest at a one-off concert in a Burnham-On-Sea church on Tuesday (February 23rd). Pastor Kelton Black welcomed him to the College Street Baptist Church.
Volunteers to clean up dunes
BERROW'S sand dunes will be tidied up by a group of conservation volunteers this coming weekend. The Sedgemoor Conservation Volunteers will make their annual visit to the nature reserve to plant marram and clear sea buckthorn on February 28th as part of a day of conservation work.
BERROW'S sand dunes will be tidied up by a group of conservation volunteers this coming weekend. The Sedgemoor Conservation Volunteers will make their annual visit to the nature reserve to plant marram and clear sea buckthorn on February 28th as part of a day of conservation work.
Asbestos find halts pool work
Exclusive: WORK to dismantle Burnham-On-Sea's beach boating pool has been dramatically halted this week after asbestos was found in part of the landmark's crumbling concrete structure. The landmark was due to have been fully removed by owners Sedgemoor District Council, but Burnham-On-Sea.com learns workmen given the task of taking away have been asked to halt the work.
Exclusive: WORK to dismantle Burnham-On-Sea's beach boating pool has been dramatically halted this week after asbestos was found in part of the landmark's crumbling concrete structure. The landmark was due to have been fully removed by owners Sedgemoor District Council, but Burnham-On-Sea.com learns workmen given the task of taking away have been asked to halt the work.
Winter road repairs for area
SEVERAL road closures in the Burnham-On-Sea area have been announced this week while winter road repairs are carried out. Somerset County Council has closed Ham Road/Station Road in Brent Knoll while resurfacing goes ahead. The route wll remain shut until Friday February 26th. More..
SEVERAL road closures in the Burnham-On-Sea area have been announced this week while winter road repairs are carried out. Somerset County Council has closed Ham Road/Station Road in Brent Knoll while resurfacing goes ahead. The route wll remain shut until Friday February 26th. More..
Three MPs launch pylons attack
THREE West Country MPs, including Burnham-On-Sea's David Heathcoat-Amory, have this week joined forces to step up their attack on plans to build a long line of huge electrcity pylons across the Somerset countryside. The trio have submitted a joint paper to parliament regarding the scheme. More..
THREE West Country MPs, including Burnham-On-Sea's David Heathcoat-Amory, have this week joined forces to step up their attack on plans to build a long line of huge electrcity pylons across the Somerset countryside. The trio have submitted a joint paper to parliament regarding the scheme. More..
Virus shuts town hospital ward
Exclusive: Health bosses have said today (Monday, February 22nd) that the Noro Virus bug is to blame for an outbreak of sickness which has shut a ward at Burnham-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns one ward has been closed after five patients went down with the Noro Virus bug.
Exclusive: Health bosses have said today (Monday, February 22nd) that the Noro Virus bug is to blame for an outbreak of sickness which has shut a ward at Burnham-On-Sea War Memorial Hospital. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns one ward has been closed after five patients went down with the Noro Virus bug.
