Bath and Somerset News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Bath and Somerset. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Trail hunting being used as 'smokescreen'
The national policing lead on fox hunting crime believes many hunts are routinely flouting the ban.
Powerlifting champion defends title after illness
Ram Patten retains his bench press title less than a year after being diagnosed with bowel cancer.
Police officer charged after indecent images found
James Gullis, a PC based in east Somerset, is to appear at Exeter Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.
Tech amnesty gathers a tonne of devices for reuse
The initiative is highlighting the importance of reusing technology rather than discarding it.
Pedestrian in critical condition after moped crash
The collision occurred in the Camden area at about 19:00 GMT on 13 February.
'Famous' owl couple returns to nest for third year
Conservationists are celebrating after two barn owls have returned for a third year to their nest.
Headlines: Single mum firefighter and abandoned dogs
A look at what stories are trending across the West of England on 18 February 2025
Plans to improve A38 at major motorway roundabout
Plans would see the A38 improved from Burnham-on-Sea at J22 for the M5, up towards south Bristol.
New owners secure future of Shepton Mallet Prison
It is hoped that the former jail can now be preserved, restored, and developed into a world class heritage attraction.
Sex offender jailed after arranging to meet 'child'
Bex McCullgh expected to meet a child but was instead arrested by police officers in Bristol.
Roadworks moved so businesses 'feel the benefit'
The scheme aims to make the route between the train station and the docks pedestrian-only.
Unaccredited online schools cost more than £400k
Dozens of children in one county have been sent to unaccredited online schools at a cost of more than £400,000.
Work to reverse town's wiggly lines 'devastating'
There are concerns three months of roadworks could put people off visiting the town.
Flooding victims say they feel anxious and abandoned
People that have been hit by recent floods told their local MP they feel frustrated.
Farmers urged to check livestock for deadly virus
Farmers in parts are being urged to stay vigilant for signs of a virus.
Man arrested over alleged indecent exposure in park
Avon and Somerset Police said officers were called to Ninesprings Country Park at about 15:30 GMT.
New speed limits on road after dozens injured
In five years, nearly 80 people were injured in 41 incidents.
The Big Cases
The shocking story of two innocent teenagers murdered in a case of mistaken identity.
The Big Cases
Steven Craig re-enacted a torture scene from the film Reservoir Dogs burning his partner.
The Big Cases
How a house party turned into a murder scene - the fatal stabbing of Mikey Roynon.
The Big Cases
Linda Razzell was murdered by her husband in 2002 - will he now reveal where her body is?
The Big Cases
Kidnapped and murdered while on a gap year in France. Is it finally time for justice?
Dashcam footage leads to 2,500 prosecutions
Cyclist Gary Buckland has sent 1,300 pieces of footage with 90% acted on.
Secret Somerset
The artist William Turner sketched the view of the Watchet coast from the site.
The Somerset woman tackling river pollution
Jane Pearce has won an award for her work removing phosphates from waterways.
Plans for improved Somerset bus services
Potential ideas include evening bus services for both Yeovil and Bridgwater.
Somerset Royal Marine to compete in Invictus Games
Major John Whiteman from Wellington has faced PTSD and a shock epilepsy diagnosis.
Bristol Rovers recall Shaw from Yeovil loan
Bristol Rovers recall promising midfielder Kofi Shaw from his loan spell at Yeovil Town.
Bath back row Staddon signs one-year extension
Bath utility back row forward Ethan Staddon signs a one-year contract extension to stay at the club until 2026.
Somerset confirm return of Pretorius in 2025
Somerset announce the return of all-rounder Migael Pretorius and expect him to be available for the duration of the 2025 season.
Bath back row Staddon signs one-year extension
Bath utility back row forward Ethan Staddon signs a one-year contract extension to stay at the club until 2026.
Back row Richards agrees new deal to 2027
Bath back row forward Ewan Richards has signed a new contract with the club until 2027.
Bath stalwart Dunn signs new deal
Bath hooker Tom Dunn signs a new contract with the club to stay through his 14th campaign.
Bath number eight Coetzee signs contract extension
Bath number eight Jaco Coetzee signs a new contract which will keep him at the club for the next two years.
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Somerset support Rehman's return
Coach Andy Hurry says Somerset had no qualms in bringing Pakistan's Abdur Rehman back to Taunton despite his drugs ban.
Trego signs new Somerset contract
All-rounder Peter Trego signs a new three-year deal with Somerset after an impressive year with ball and bat.
Rehman to make Somerset return
Somerset announce Pakistan Test bowler Abdur Rehman is to return to Taunton for the latter part of the 2013 campaign.
Big Buck's likely to miss season
Racehorses Big Buck's and Al Ferof likely to miss rest of season after "problem" discovered by trainer Paul Nicholls.
England bring in Buttler & Woakes
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
Controlling husband who murdered wife and stepson jailed for 34 years
Calogero Ricotta repeatedly stabbed his wife Maria and her son Giuseppe Morreale at their home in Essex.
Shooting suspect rang friend and said 'she's dead'
The man thought to have shot Lisa Smith on Valentine's Day is Edvard Stockings, the BBC understands.
Killer driver rammed cyclist 'to teach him a lesson'
Liam Jones was pursued by Abdirahman Ibrahim who deliberately drove into him twice, West Midlands Police say.
Man fined over 'appalling river rage' at regatta
Scott Keen shouted, swore and drove a motor boat through rowers preparing to race at a regatta.
Woman charged over 1978 death of girl, 5
Five-year-old Andrea Bernard went to hospital after she was assaulted in Thornton Heath, in 1978.
Councillor found to owe £4k in unpaid council tax
Conservative Tim Ormerod owes a total of £3,835 from the past three years, it has emerged.
Families evacuated as 'terrifying' sinkhole appears
Homes have been evacuated after a sinkhole of at least 20m by 6m suddenly appeared in Godstone, Surrey.
Man told not to jump in pool before death - inquest
Michael Parker, 43, died while on holiday with a care home group in Spain.
Bomb squad called to suspicious package in centre
People are advised to avoid the area around St Stephen's Shopping Centre until further notice.
Drugs graffiti daubed on wall of medieval abbey
Graffiti is sprayed on the Grade I-listed abbey and St Mary's Church, causing considerable damage.
Storms reveal huge dinosaur footprint on beach
The Iguanodon footprint at Shepherd's Chine is almost 1m across and is about 130 million years old.
Littler to be made Warrington citizen of honour
Darts world champion Luke Littler is set to become a citizen of honour in his hometown of Warrington.