Minehead4 days agoWhat it is like on a 10-hour shift as a paramedic during the summerDuring a 10-hour shift, they deal with everything from false alarms to severe stomach pains.4 days ago17 Aug 2026What is the potentially deadly bluetongue virus?The disease gives farmers another challenge while they are already dealing with extreme heat.17 Aug 202611 Aug 2026Trust admits staffing issue at urgent care centresNHS Somerset says its six urgent care centres are regularly having to close because of a lack of trained staff.11 Aug 202610 Jul 2026Woman killed by sex offender was looking for loveKelly Faiers was found dead in the home of convicted sex offender Richard Scatchard in 2023. 10 Jul 202610 Jul 2026'Devious' sex offender drugged women years before mum's deathRichard Scatchard's crime dated back 40 years, but he hid his true identity from his final victim.10 Jul 20269 Jul 2026Mummified body of sex offender found after police huntA coroner says Richard Scatchard's death is an open conclusion due to a lack of conclusive evidence.9 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Serial sex offender unlawfully killed womanKelly Faiers was coerced into taking an excessive number of sleeping pills, a coroner has found.8 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Cuts to volunteer coastguards' callout pay 'a travesty'A legal ruling means coastguard officers are now classed as employees, so new rules are planned.8 Jul 20267 Jul 2026PC told not to arrest offender after woman's deathRichard Scatchard had previous convictions for drugging and sexually assaulting women. 7 Jul 2026...
