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LIVE: Latest updates as snow falls in and around Somerset
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Clinton Rogers: 'Where have all the humans gone?'
OK – I give up. I have come to the conclusion that there are no longer any humans anywhere in the world answering phones - writes Clinton Rogers. I don’t want web chat, your "frequently asked questions" section doesn’t cover my complaint, and
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Sophie Luff on becoming Somerset's first full-time professional
When Sophie Luff first played for Somerset back in 2009, little did she think that 15 years later she would be announced as the club’s first full-time professional cricketer - writes Richard Walsh. "It’s an unbelievable feeling – it’s a bit of
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Taunton fintech firm appoints new chief financial officer
Taunton-based fintech company Cardstream has appointed Gurinder Sumra as its new chief financial officer. The 57-year-old is a chartered accountant with more than 30 years of experience in the payments sector. He has previously worked at Elavon
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Somerset U16s battle to draw in six goal thriller
Somerset's U16s battled to a thrilling draw in their championship clash against Gloucestershire. The match took place at Bridgwater & Taunton College as part of the Southwest County Schools' U16 Men's Championship. Zack Holcombe's relentless
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Now is the time for first-time buyers says Taunton firm
Changes to stamp duty have been announced following the government's budget. From October 31, the surcharge on additional property purchases will rise from three per cent to five per cent. Similarly, residential property purchases by companies
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Bristol, Bath, and Somerset awards 2024: Wells B&B up for award
A BED and Breakfast based in Wells has reached the final of the Bristol, Bath, and Somerset Awards for 2024. The Cross at Croscombe has again made the final shortlist for ‘B&B & Guesthouse of the Year‘ this year. The Somerset Bed and Breakfast
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Rachel Gilmour MP: 'Don't kill off the family farm Sir Keir'
As someone who has worked in farming and rural policy for much of my working life, when thousands of farmers came to Westminster to vent their despair at the Labour government’s Family Farm Tax, it was impossible not to be angered on their behalf -
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Minehead funeral director named finalist for two awards
A funeral director has been named a finalist for two prestigious awards. Amanda-Louise Knight, owner of Amanda-Louise Funeral Services in Minehead, has been recognised for her contribution to the funeral industry and her community. She is a
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When 300 people helped clean up Taunton in a big litter pick
HUNDREDS of people got together to clean up Taunton in 2018 - with school children getting involved. On Tuesday, November 13, 300 people from Taunton came together to tidy up after teaming up with Somerset Wildlife Trust. More than 60 bags
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Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club hold presentation awards
Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club held their annual presentation of awards on Saturday evening, which began with 60 members and guests enjoying the traditional prizegiving carvery - writes Richard Walsh. During the evening, over sixty trophies were
