Weston, Worle & Somerset Mercury

The Weston, Worle & Somerset Mercury is a weekly newspaper that requires a subscription and serves Weston-super-Mare along with nearby regions in Somerset and North Somerset, England. This publication has a rich history, having been founded on April 1, 1843, and was primarily family-run for a significant portion of its existence. Today, it is owned by the publishing firm Archant.

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Police dog handler career recognised with prestigious national award

2 days ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Phil Hill

Sgt Nick Dalrymple, of the force’s dog unit, picked up the National Police Chief Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The presentation by Assistant Chief Constable Joanne Hall at last weekend’s National Police Dog Trials, where he acted as head judge, came shortly before his retirement this summer after 25 years’ service. It is the latest in a long line of accolades, including being the only dog handler to earn a hat trick of back-to-back National Police Dog Trials with three different dogs.
VE Day celebration 'cider supper' well attended in Sandford

3 days ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Milly Vincent

The event at the Sandford Village Hall was "well attended" with dozens of locals turning out to share a hearty meal on Thursday, May 8. A supper of sausage, mash, and cider was provided by Thatchers. Following this, a VE Day video and music were shown on a large screen, and the community then gathered on the green in Russets Copse for the lighting of the beacon. The Last Post was played before the lighting of the Beacon.
VIDEO: Weston man jailed after speeding 120mph to evade police

3 days ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Milly Vincent

Michael Thomas Stack, 23, of Severn Road in Weston-super-Mare, had failed to stop for an officer on Sunday, April 13. Officers from the Roads Policing Unit were patrolling the M5 in an unmarked car when the onboard system flagged that the registered driver of a BMW travelling in front had recently been disqualified from driving. When the BMW left the motorway, PC Merchant activated his lights and sirens in an attempt to pull Stack over.
Clinton Rogers column: Have we forgotten the lessons of the past...again?

5 days ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Clinton Rogers

I met Harry Patch, 'The Last Tommy,' the sole survivor of the horrors of the World War One battlefields, several times (Image: Supplied) I have many special memories about my 40-plus years with the BBC – but none more special than the times spent with our war veterans, writes Clinton Rogers. I met Harry Patch, 'The Last Tommy,' the sole survivor of the horrors of the World War One battlefields, several times.
Making Waves column: Weston and other seaside towns deserve better

1 week ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Peter Archer

"Resorts are often one-industry towns, relying on tourism, but as fewer holidaymakers are choosing long staycations in the UK, there has been no lasting government relief" (Image: Contributed) Now, more than ever, it’s time to throw seaside towns a lifeline, writes Peter Archer. For far too long they have been abandoned by policymakers.
Enjoy North Somerset - Become a local tourist this spring

1 week ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Kirsty Woodgate

5 1/1 This spring, become a local tourist and enjoy the best of North Somerset - from miles of sandy beaches to expansive open spaces - the area has it all! Discover the Coastline and Countryside Home to a dramatic landscape that offers both a rugged coastline and sandy shores, North Somerset is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with a variety of landscapes to explore: • The coastal paths offer spectacular sights for hikers, from distant views of the Welsh shoreline to tranquil rugged coves. •...
Well-maintained semi-detached bungalow in sought-after village

1 week ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Kirsty Woodgate

5 1/1 This well-maintained, semi-detached bungalow occupies a peaceful and level position in the sought-after village of Hutton, on the outskirts of Weston-super-Mare. Ideally placed to access the local amenities and transport links, the two-bedroom property offers comfortable, single-storey accommodation. Inside, beyond the entrance hallway, there is a bright and spacious living room with a decorative fireplace housing an inset gas fire.
Winscombe man found guilty of £40,000 bribes on Devon project

1 week ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Phil Hill

Businessman avoids jail after bribing construction officials (Image: Newsquest) A crooked North Somerset businessman who bribed energy officials linked to a major Devon housing development has avoided jail. Andrew Blunsdon was one of three men who paid bribes to win lucrative contracts and other favours, Winchester Crown Court was told.
Weston teen charged with fabricating serious emergencies in USA and Canada

2 weeks ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Nathan Okell |Milly Vincent

He is one of three people to have been charged following a two-and-a-half-year investigation involving Merseyside Police and law enforcement agencies in the United States, including the FBI. Liam White, 22, of St Ives Road, Weston-super-Mare, was charged with three counts of conspiring to do a series of acts tending or intending to pervert the course of justice. Dylan Ash, aged 18 and of Grasmere Avenue in Orford, Warrington has also been charged with the same three counts.
Making Waves: Weston needs a radical rethink if we are to tackle town's problems

2 weeks ago | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Peter Archer

Peter Archer. (Image: Contributed) They’re in your face and on your mind, writes Peter Archer. No escaping. They are loud, antisocial, and threatening. Often they are drunk, high, or drugged up on their medication. A minority, they dominate as if in the majority. They can give Weston-super-Mare a bad name. When people think of Weston, their perception is distorted by the disaffected people who take over parts of the town.