20+ hour, 25+ min ago   (604+ words) Somerset's beloved cider industry could take a hit after this year's drought and heatwaves, with one farmer saying he expects apple yields to be down by 20-30 per cent. Toby Fry is director of Harry's Cider Company, near Langport. He's expecting…...

16+ hour, 29+ min ago   (133+ words) Somerset Live Harvey Bunker's stoppage-time goal secured a dramatic 1-1 draw for Carlisle against a 10-man Yeovil Town team Yeovil initially led with a goal from Stephen Walker in the 19th minute This came after defender Ryan Galvin was dispossessed by Ryan…...

17+ hour, 47+ min ago   (654+ words) Ideal for a dip on a summer day A beautiful long-distance footpath through the Somerset countryside has been enhanced through a donation from a local quarry. The East Mendip Way runs from the Bishop's Palace in Wells through the northern…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (486+ words) It occupies a peaceful spot It's the most popular cafe in town. It's the only cafe in town. With just a thousand or so villagers to its name, Beckington is a wee slip of a place tucked away between Bath…...

23+ hour, 29+ min ago   (344+ words) Work to fix a sinkhole that appeared in Castle Carry over two years ago has finally been completed. The Council officially re-opened the road yesterday (Friday, August 14) following the five-year disruption caused by the hole. Issues began emerging in July…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (288+ words) We have a cupboard shelf in the kitchen where the cat treats go. They're sealed in a tin, but, good grief, when you open the door, the smell comes close to knocking you out! It's especially pongy in the hot…...

1+ day, 36+ min ago   (674+ words) Alterations to inheritance tax legislation which are taking effect next year have prompted people to rush to explore particular ‘gifting’ arrangements A tax expert has explained a key rule for anyone who wants to gift money to children and grandchildren…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (195+ words) Shed, trees and tent destroyed by fire Firefighters tackled a blaze at a bowling club in Weston-super-Mare, which is believed to be accidental. Local councillor Mike Bell took to his Facebook page to highlight the fire at Clarence Park on…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (648+ words) People queueing to replace their disintegrating red bags on August 13(Image: Abe Bowen) People with falling-apart red recycling bags have faced hour-long queues to get a replacement on the UK's hottest day of the year. North Somerset Council introduced red…...