Job losses hit Holiday Village
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Holiday Village has this week announced a round of job losses as part of a management reorganisation. Haven Holidays confirmed to Burnham-On-Sea.com this week that it has laid off three staff as part of a restructuring at the holiday park.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Holiday Village has this week announced a round of job losses as part of a management reorganisation. Haven Holidays confirmed to Burnham-On-Sea.com this week that it has laid off three staff as part of a restructuring at the holiday park.
'No changes' for seafront store
SUPERMARKET giant Somerfield has quashed rumours that it has sold or is considering selling its Burnham-On-Sea seafront store. The supermarket chain, which is based in Bristol, told Burnham-On-Sea.com that it has no plans to make changes to its Pier Street store.
SUPERMARKET giant Somerfield has quashed rumours that it has sold or is considering selling its Burnham-On-Sea seafront store. The supermarket chain, which is based in Bristol, told Burnham-On-Sea.com that it has no plans to make changes to its Pier Street store.
Wassailing tradition lives on!
THE old Somerset tradition of wassailing - held each year on January 17th (the old 'twelfth night') to ensure a fine crop of cider apples during the summer ahead - will be performed at a charity event near Highbridge on Thursday night organised by Burnham Rotary Club.
THE old Somerset tradition of wassailing - held each year on January 17th (the old 'twelfth night') to ensure a fine crop of cider apples during the summer ahead - will be performed at a charity event near Highbridge on Thursday night organised by Burnham Rotary Club.
Pool hopes dashed by council vote
HOPES of a last minute reprieve for Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool appear to have been dealt a blow with a decision by district councillors on Wednesday afternoon (January 16th) that the facility will shut on May 31st unless a new owner can be found. At a packed meeting inside Burnham's Princess Hall, members voted in favour of shutting the Berrow Road facility by May 31st.
HOPES of a last minute reprieve for Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool appear to have been dealt a blow with a decision by district councillors on Wednesday afternoon (January 16th) that the facility will shut on May 31st unless a new owner can be found. At a packed meeting inside Burnham's Princess Hall, members voted in favour of shutting the Berrow Road facility by May 31st.
Driver injured in A38 crash
DEBRIS littered the A38 at Highbridge after a woman suffered minor injuries following a collision between a car and and this British Telecom lorry on Wednesday morning (January 16th). Police were called to the entrance to Highbridge Caravans at 11.15am.
DEBRIS littered the A38 at Highbridge after a woman suffered minor injuries following a collision between a car and and this British Telecom lorry on Wednesday morning (January 16th). Police were called to the entrance to Highbridge Caravans at 11.15am.
It's D-Day for Burnham pool
THE fate of Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool could be finally be decided known later (Wednesday January 16th) when district councillors discuss proposals to shut the facility as part of a cost-cutting measure. A meeting of the full District Council in Burnham's Princess Hall will take place this afternoon.
THE fate of Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool could be finally be decided known later (Wednesday January 16th) when district councillors discuss proposals to shut the facility as part of a cost-cutting measure. A meeting of the full District Council in Burnham's Princess Hall will take place this afternoon.
Wind farm appeal thrown out
A FINAL decision on whether a controversial wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea can proceed was finally announced on Tuesday (January 15th) - and residents of Brent Knoll are celebrating the outcome! Wind farm developer Ecotricity had hoped to overturn a decision by Sedgemoor planners.
A FINAL decision on whether a controversial wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea can proceed was finally announced on Tuesday (January 15th) - and residents of Brent Knoll are celebrating the outcome! Wind farm developer Ecotricity had hoped to overturn a decision by Sedgemoor planners.
LES hands out final cheques
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea fundraising group Local Emergency Service (LES) handed out their final cheques to local worthy causes on Tuesday night (January 15th) after 22 years of fundraising in the town. The group's Jackie Tanner presented a total of £1,797.14 to Burnham groups.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea fundraising group Local Emergency Service (LES) handed out their final cheques to local worthy causes on Tuesday night (January 15th) after 22 years of fundraising in the town. The group's Jackie Tanner presented a total of £1,797.14 to Burnham groups.
Child injured in town accident
A CHILD was rushed to hospital on Tuesday morning (January 15th) after an accident with a bus in Burnham-On-Sea. The youngster was crossing Burnham Road, near King Alfred School, when the incident involving a single-decker school bus occurred.
A CHILD was rushed to hospital on Tuesday morning (January 15th) after an accident with a bus in Burnham-On-Sea. The youngster was crossing Burnham Road, near King Alfred School, when the incident involving a single-decker school bus occurred.
Never lose your way on the M5
BRAND new signs designed to help drivers pinpoint where they are if they break down or want to report a problem on the M5 motorway are being installed in the Burnham-On-Sea area. The new roadside driver location signs are being introduced along the M5 this month.
BRAND new signs designed to help drivers pinpoint where they are if they break down or want to report a problem on the M5 motorway are being installed in the Burnham-On-Sea area. The new roadside driver location signs are being introduced along the M5 this month.
Pool campaigners go on air
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents took to the airwaves to campaign for the future of the town's swimming pool on Tuesday morning (January 15th). Residents were invited to join in a live radio debate about the future of the threatened pool when BBC Somerset visited.
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents took to the airwaves to campaign for the future of the town's swimming pool on Tuesday morning (January 15th). Residents were invited to join in a live radio debate about the future of the threatened pool when BBC Somerset visited.
New tourism booklet for town
A NEW booklet promoting tourism in Burnham-On-Sea, Berrow and Brean has been launched this week. The 24-page guide provides information about accommodation and places to visit in our area and has been produced by Sedgemoor Tourism Association.
A NEW booklet promoting tourism in Burnham-On-Sea, Berrow and Brean has been launched this week. The 24-page guide provides information about accommodation and places to visit in our area and has been produced by Sedgemoor Tourism Association.
Make a beeline for free classes
A CHANCE to learn more about bees is being offered by the Burnham-On-Sea branch of the Somerset Beekeepers Association, which is running newcomers' classes from this Thursday (January 17th) at Watchfield Village Hall. The free courses will be held over six weeks.
A CHANCE to learn more about bees is being offered by the Burnham-On-Sea branch of the Somerset Beekeepers Association, which is running newcomers' classes from this Thursday (January 17th) at Watchfield Village Hall. The free courses will be held over six weeks.
Police chase ends in crash
A DRAMATIC police chase through Burnham-On-Sea ended in a multi-vehicle accident which closed Love Lane on Monday afternoon (January 14th). A blue Volkswagen Golf which had been pursued by Devon and Cornwall police along the M5 motorway came to an abrupt halt outside the Dunstan House Inn.
A DRAMATIC police chase through Burnham-On-Sea ended in a multi-vehicle accident which closed Love Lane on Monday afternoon (January 14th). A blue Volkswagen Golf which had been pursued by Devon and Cornwall police along the M5 motorway came to an abrupt halt outside the Dunstan House Inn.
Outrage as pool homes unveiled
BURNHAM-On-Sea.com has obtained shocking evidence that proves 34 homes have been earmarked for the land currently occupied by Burnham's swimming pool. Campaigners battling to save the pool say these images "completely destroy" the argument that the district council is shutting the pool purely because it is making a £250,000 a year loss.
BURNHAM-On-Sea.com has obtained shocking evidence that proves 34 homes have been earmarked for the land currently occupied by Burnham's swimming pool. Campaigners battling to save the pool say these images "completely destroy" the argument that the district council is shutting the pool purely because it is making a £250,000 a year loss.
O2 phone mast gets the go-ahead
MOBILE phone giant O2 has won its bid to build a mobile phone mast in the centre of Brean despite it being rejected by planners last year. The firm's project to construct a new 12.5 metre phone mast besides South Road, opposite Brean Leisure Park, was originally turned down by District Council planners.
MOBILE phone giant O2 has won its bid to build a mobile phone mast in the centre of Brean despite it being rejected by planners last year. The firm's project to construct a new 12.5 metre phone mast besides South Road, opposite Brean Leisure Park, was originally turned down by District Council planners.
New shops open in Burnham
BURNHAM-On-Sea has lost one of its shops, but gained several new businesses during the latest round of town centre changes. Mobile phone shop Phone Tek-Nation in Cross Street shut its doors for the final time last week after struggling during recent weeks.
BURNHAM-On-Sea has lost one of its shops, but gained several new businesses during the latest round of town centre changes. Mobile phone shop Phone Tek-Nation in Cross Street shut its doors for the final time last week after struggling during recent weeks.
BBC radio to air live pool show
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents are being invited to join in a live radio debate about the future of the town's threatened swimming pool when BBC Somerset's Radio Bus visits the town on Tuesday (January 15th). Sedgemoor District Council is due to decide the pool's fate.
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents are being invited to join in a live radio debate about the future of the town's threatened swimming pool when BBC Somerset's Radio Bus visits the town on Tuesday (January 15th). Sedgemoor District Council is due to decide the pool's fate.
£1.8m health club approved
Exclusive: Exciting plans for a new £1.8million health club and swimming pool on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea have been given the go-ahead by the district council this week. Last month, Burnham-On-Sea.com unveiled the plans for the new complex at Home Farm Holiday Park.
Exclusive: Exciting plans for a new £1.8million health club and swimming pool on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea have been given the go-ahead by the district council this week. Last month, Burnham-On-Sea.com unveiled the plans for the new complex at Home Farm Holiday Park.
Flood Watch remains in place
A FLOOD Watch remained in place for the River Brue in Highbridge on Saturday morning (January 12th) after Friday's heavy rain led to flooding across the region. The Environment Agency placed a Flood Warning on the River Brue estuary at Highbridge as a precaution.
A FLOOD Watch remained in place for the River Brue in Highbridge on Saturday morning (January 12th) after Friday's heavy rain led to flooding across the region. The Environment Agency placed a Flood Warning on the River Brue estuary at Highbridge as a precaution.
Chimney fire in West Huntspill
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a cottage in West Huntspill on Friday lunchtime (January 11th) amid reports of a chimney fire. The crews were quickly on the scene in Withy Road (pictured) to extinguish the blaze at around 1pm. There were fears the fire could spread to the roof.
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a cottage in West Huntspill on Friday lunchtime (January 11th) amid reports of a chimney fire. The crews were quickly on the scene in Withy Road (pictured) to extinguish the blaze at around 1pm. There were fears the fire could spread to the roof.
Fire crew helps trapped horse
BURNHAM-On-Sea fire fighters performed one of their most unusual rescues this week when a horse became trapped in a vehicle. The crew was called to Alstone Riding Centre at East Huntspill after the distressed animal became stuck on a wooden gate inside a horse box.
BURNHAM-On-Sea fire fighters performed one of their most unusual rescues this week when a horse became trapped in a vehicle. The crew was called to Alstone Riding Centre at East Huntspill after the distressed animal became stuck on a wooden gate inside a horse box.
Delays on M5 after accident
ONE lane of the M5 motorway was closed at Burnham-On-Sea on Friday morning (January 11th) after a one-vehicle accident. A Vauxhall Vectra collided with the central reservation on the northbound carriageway between junctions 22 at Burnham and 23 for Bridgwater.
ONE lane of the M5 motorway was closed at Burnham-On-Sea on Friday morning (January 11th) after a one-vehicle accident. A Vauxhall Vectra collided with the central reservation on the northbound carriageway between junctions 22 at Burnham and 23 for Bridgwater.
Third reactor for Hinkley?
THE government gave the go-ahead on Thursday (January 10th) to a set of new generation nuclear power stations across the UK - and it looks likely to that Hinkley Point, near Burnham-On-Sea, will be chosen as the site for one of the new reactor. It is expected that Hinkley Point will be picked.
THE government gave the go-ahead on Thursday (January 10th) to a set of new generation nuclear power stations across the UK - and it looks likely to that Hinkley Point, near Burnham-On-Sea, will be chosen as the site for one of the new reactor. It is expected that Hinkley Point will be picked.
Celebrations as Queen Square is saved!
DELIGHTED councillors and residents in Highbridge were celebrating on Wednesday afternoon (January 9th) after being told that a housing developer's bid to build on an area of green public land had failed. Residents of Queen Square are overjoyed at the decision by the Planning Inspectorate.
DELIGHTED councillors and residents in Highbridge were celebrating on Wednesday afternoon (January 9th) after being told that a housing developer's bid to build on an area of green public land had failed. Residents of Queen Square are overjoyed at the decision by the Planning Inspectorate.
Property prices to rise in 2008
BURNHAM-On-Sea's property prices are predicted to show further small increases during 2008, according to a new report out this week from a leading UK property price forecaster. The cost of homes in both of Burnham's postcode areas will rise again this year.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's property prices are predicted to show further small increases during 2008, according to a new report out this week from a leading UK property price forecaster. The cost of homes in both of Burnham's postcode areas will rise again this year.
Free Highbridge film workshops
YOUNG people aged between 13 and 19 in Highbridge will able to try out film-making and animation-making during a series of free one-day workshops next month. Two 'Make A Film in A Day' and 'Animation for Beginners' workshops will be held at Morland Community Centre.
YOUNG people aged between 13 and 19 in Highbridge will able to try out film-making and animation-making during a series of free one-day workshops next month. Two 'Make A Film in A Day' and 'Animation for Beginners' workshops will be held at Morland Community Centre.
Objections over felling of 48 trees
Exclusive: CONTROVERSIAL plans by a Burnham-On-Sea holiday park to fell 48 protected trees on its property have been met with objections by town councillors. Burnham Holiday Village wants to fell a long line of trees that have grown beside homes in Maple Drive, pictured.
Exclusive: CONTROVERSIAL plans by a Burnham-On-Sea holiday park to fell 48 protected trees on its property have been met with objections by town councillors. Burnham Holiday Village wants to fell a long line of trees that have grown beside homes in Maple Drive, pictured.
Huge cod reeled in by angler!
THIS bumper-sized cod has been caught by sea anglers fishing off Burnham-On-Sea this week. The huge 12lb 8oz Cod was reeled in by Terry Giles, a Weston Angling Club member, onboard the Burnham fishing boat 'Kelly's Hero' on Sunday (January 6th).
THIS bumper-sized cod has been caught by sea anglers fishing off Burnham-On-Sea this week. The huge 12lb 8oz Cod was reeled in by Terry Giles, a Weston Angling Club member, onboard the Burnham fishing boat 'Kelly's Hero' on Sunday (January 6th).
Churchgoers back pool campaign
HUNDREDS of churchgoers in Burnham-On-Sea have backed the fight to save the town's swimming pool from closure. Reverend Graham Witts of St Andrew's Church has this week handed the independent campaign group Save Our Swimming Pool a petition signed by 300 parishioners over the Christmas period.
HUNDREDS of churchgoers in Burnham-On-Sea have backed the fight to save the town's swimming pool from closure. Reverend Graham Witts of St Andrew's Church has this week handed the independent campaign group Save Our Swimming Pool a petition signed by 300 parishioners over the Christmas period.
Xmas lights winners awarded
Photo special: RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge whose Christmas lights displays caught the eyes of judges of an annual competition have this week been presented with their awards. The winners of the Town Council's competition were handed trophies and certificates on Monday (January 7th).
Photo special: RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge whose Christmas lights displays caught the eyes of judges of an annual competition have this week been presented with their awards. The winners of the Town Council's competition were handed trophies and certificates on Monday (January 7th).
Furniture thrown from house
POLICE were called to the centre of Highbridge during the early hours of Saturday (January 5th) after reports that a resident was throwing items of furniture out of a second floor window. A police spokesman said: "We were called to deal with a domestic incident at 12.10am."
POLICE were called to the centre of Highbridge during the early hours of Saturday (January 5th) after reports that a resident was throwing items of furniture out of a second floor window. A police spokesman said: "We were called to deal with a domestic incident at 12.10am."
£2,520 boost for local groups
BURNHAM-On-Sea town council has announced a New Year cash boost for thirteen local groups. Town councillors voted on Monday night (January 7th) to award £2,520 to organisations and charities in the Burnham and Highbridge area as part of its annual grants hand-out.
BURNHAM-On-Sea town council has announced a New Year cash boost for thirteen local groups. Town councillors voted on Monday night (January 7th) to award £2,520 to organisations and charities in the Burnham and Highbridge area as part of its annual grants hand-out.
Seafront shelters damaged
SEAFRONT shelters in Burnham-On-Sea have again been attacked by vandals over the weekend. The chain fences around one of the shelters have been pulled down, bottles have been strewn over the floor, and further damage has been caused to the wooden struts.
SEAFRONT shelters in Burnham-On-Sea have again been attacked by vandals over the weekend. The chain fences around one of the shelters have been pulled down, bottles have been strewn over the floor, and further damage has been caused to the wooden struts.
Police name tragic pensioner
POLICE have named the pensioner who died in a road accident on the A38 at Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Friday January 4th, and renewed their appeal for witnesses. A white BMW 5-series car was involved in a collision with a pedestrian at around 12.15pm.
POLICE have named the pensioner who died in a road accident on the A38 at Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Friday January 4th, and renewed their appeal for witnesses. A white BMW 5-series car was involved in a collision with a pedestrian at around 12.15pm.
Future of Stert Island Swim in doubt
Exclusive: THE future of Burnham's annual Stert Island Swim has been plunged into doubt because of Sedgemoor District Council's £1.8m budget shortfall, Burnham-On-Sea.com can reveal. Nigel Roderick, Leisure Manager at the council said this week: "We're very unlikely to be running the event ourselves in 2008."
Exclusive: THE future of Burnham's annual Stert Island Swim has been plunged into doubt because of Sedgemoor District Council's £1.8m budget shortfall, Burnham-On-Sea.com can reveal. Nigel Roderick, Leisure Manager at the council said this week: "We're very unlikely to be running the event ourselves in 2008."
Anglers reel in bumper Rays
BUMPER-sized Thornback Rays were reeled in by Burnham-On-Sea fishermen when they took part in the town's first sea angling competition of the year on Sunday (January 6th). Thirty four members of Burnham Boat Owners Association took to Bridgwater Bay.
BUMPER-sized Thornback Rays were reeled in by Burnham-On-Sea fishermen when they took part in the town's first sea angling competition of the year on Sunday (January 6th). Thirty four members of Burnham Boat Owners Association took to Bridgwater Bay.
Concert hit by poster vandals
VANDALS have been blamed for reducing the number of music fans at a fundraising rock concert in Highbridge on Saturday night (January 5th). Scores of promotional posters put up around the Morland Estate were torn down during the days leading up to the concert.
VANDALS have been blamed for reducing the number of music fans at a fundraising rock concert in Highbridge on Saturday night (January 5th). Scores of promotional posters put up around the Morland Estate were torn down during the days leading up to the concert.
Busy agenda for trade meeting
THE Severn Barrage, policing and the future of Town Centre Management will be among the topics at Burnham-On-Sea Chamber Of Trade's next general meeting, to be held on January 17th. From 6pm the event will be open to firms and at 6.30pm it will be open to all.
THE Severn Barrage, policing and the future of Town Centre Management will be among the topics at Burnham-On-Sea Chamber Of Trade's next general meeting, to be held on January 17th. From 6pm the event will be open to firms and at 6.30pm it will be open to all.
Swimmers hold pool protest
OVER thirty angry members of local swimming clubs held a noisy protest outside Burnham-On-Sea pool on Saturday morning (January 5th) to air their views about Sedgemoor District Council's controversial plans to shut the facility. The group of protestors included pool users and members of Burnham Swimming Club and Bridgwater Swimming Club.
OVER thirty angry members of local swimming clubs held a noisy protest outside Burnham-On-Sea pool on Saturday morning (January 5th) to air their views about Sedgemoor District Council's controversial plans to shut the facility. The group of protestors included pool users and members of Burnham Swimming Club and Bridgwater Swimming Club.
Man killed in crash horror
A MAN was killed and two people were injured in two horrific road accidents in the Burnham-On-Sea area on Friday afternoon (January 4th). These were the scenes outside the Fox and Goose public house on the A38 following a three-vehicle collision at 11.30am involving two cars and a tractor.
A MAN was killed and two people were injured in two horrific road accidents in the Burnham-On-Sea area on Friday afternoon (January 4th). These were the scenes outside the Fox and Goose public house on the A38 following a three-vehicle collision at 11.30am involving two cars and a tractor.
Market will 'continue until Easter'
SUNDAY morning markets will continue to be held in Highbridge until next Easter, even though the town's cattle markets have moved to Bridgwater's new multi-million pound regional agricultural centre. Mead Realisations says it hopes the popular Sunday markets will stay in Highbridge for another four months.
SUNDAY morning markets will continue to be held in Highbridge until next Easter, even though the town's cattle markets have moved to Bridgwater's new multi-million pound regional agricultural centre. Mead Realisations says it hopes the popular Sunday markets will stay in Highbridge for another four months.
Drivers line up for Brean Rally
MORE than 110 rally drivers have already applied for the 85 places in the starting line-up at this year's Brean Rally, which will roar into action later this month. Organiser Rod McKenna says the popular event, held every January, is already "heavily over-subscribed."
MORE than 110 rally drivers have already applied for the 85 places in the starting line-up at this year's Brean Rally, which will roar into action later this month. Organiser Rod McKenna says the popular event, held every January, is already "heavily over-subscribed."
Rest home fears raised in 2006
A BURNHAM-On-Sea rest home which suddenly shut down last week had "serious failings in standards of care" according to inspectors. The Commission for Social Care Inspection says it first raised concerns about the quality of service at Beechwood House Rest Home in 2006.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea rest home which suddenly shut down last week had "serious failings in standards of care" according to inspectors. The Commission for Social Care Inspection says it first raised concerns about the quality of service at Beechwood House Rest Home in 2006.
Barrage boss to speak in Burnham
THE entrepreneur behind ambitious plans to build a multi-billion pound Severn Barrage across the Bristol Channel from Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, to Wales will be in town later this month to discuss his proposals with the general public. Gareth Woodham is leading plans for the ambitious 'Severn Lake' project.
THE entrepreneur behind ambitious plans to build a multi-billion pound Severn Barrage across the Bristol Channel from Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, to Wales will be in town later this month to discuss his proposals with the general public. Gareth Woodham is leading plans for the ambitious 'Severn Lake' project.
Lorry smash causes M5 delays
THESE were the scenes on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday morning (January 2nd) as motorists faced long delays after a two-vehicle accident. One lane was closed northbound between junctions 23 at North Petherton and 22 at Burnham following the accident at 9.50am.
THESE were the scenes on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday morning (January 2nd) as motorists faced long delays after a two-vehicle accident. One lane was closed northbound between junctions 23 at North Petherton and 22 at Burnham following the accident at 9.50am.
Pool group demands answers
CAMPAIGNERS fighting to save Burnham swimming pool have called into question whether the facility really is losing £250,000 per year, as cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council claims. The Save Our Swimming Pool (SOS) campaign group has filed a Freedom of Information Request with the council.
CAMPAIGNERS fighting to save Burnham swimming pool have called into question whether the facility really is losing £250,000 per year, as cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council claims. The Save Our Swimming Pool (SOS) campaign group has filed a Freedom of Information Request with the council.
Man arrested after accident
THE driver of this damaged van was arrested on suspicion of drink driving in Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (January 1st) after careering into the side of a house. Police and fire crews were called to Stoddens Road at 8pm after the Renault Kangoo collided with the side of a house.
THE driver of this damaged van was arrested on suspicion of drink driving in Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (January 1st) after careering into the side of a house. Police and fire crews were called to Stoddens Road at 8pm after the Renault Kangoo collided with the side of a house.
Charity swimmers brave the sea!
A GROUP of brave swimmers gritted their teeth and raced into the sea at Brean for a New Year's Day swim in aid of local charities. The nine fun-loving swimmers, who were dressed in colourful swimwear, took a dip in the Bristol Channel to raise funds for three local causes - the Neo Natal Unit at Taunton's Musgrove Hospital, BARB and the RNLI.
A GROUP of brave swimmers gritted their teeth and raced into the sea at Brean for a New Year's Day swim in aid of local charities. The nine fun-loving swimmers, who were dressed in colourful swimwear, took a dip in the Bristol Channel to raise funds for three local causes - the Neo Natal Unit at Taunton's Musgrove Hospital, BARB and the RNLI.
Vandals attack Burnham florist shop
A BURNHAM town centre business faces a repair bill for hundreds of pounds after vandals attacked a shopfront in the early hours of New Year's Day. Two of the large panes of glass at Salisbury Florists in the High Street were smashed, leaving the shop's annoyed owners to start 2008 with a clean-up.
A BURNHAM town centre business faces a repair bill for hundreds of pounds after vandals attacked a shopfront in the early hours of New Year's Day. Two of the large panes of glass at Salisbury Florists in the High Street were smashed, leaving the shop's annoyed owners to start 2008 with a clean-up.
