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FOOTBALL: Taunton lose to Shortwood United in Evo Stik league
Taunton’s four game unbeaten run came to an end with a 2-1 defeat at newly-promoted Shortwood United tonight, writes James Wright. Having come from behind to win their previous two games, it was Town's turn to let slip a half-time lead as they struggled
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MP Jeremy Browne to visit Girlings
JEREMY Browne MP will visit Girlings Retirement Rentals in Taunton later this month to mark its 21 years in business.
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Priorswood festive market plans taking shape
THE festive season may be months away but they’re already preparing for a Christmas Market in Priorswood, Taunton, on Tuesday, December 4. Anyone interested in a stall at £10 should contact Priorswood Community Centre on 01823-353643 or e-mail
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Brian Rose steps down - full statement
THIS is the full statement issued today by Somerset Cricket Club. "Brian Rose to step down as Director of Cricket at Somerset After almost a lifetime of distinguished service to Somerset County Cricket Club , Brian Rose has decided by mutual
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Brian Rose steps down as Somerset Director of Cricket
BRIAN Rose is to leave Somerset County Cricket Club by mutual conset at the end of the season, it has been announced. Rose, who has been at the club since 2004, will leave his Director of Cricket post following the final match of this season.
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Pay your taxes, says bus full of preachers
A DOUBLE decker pulled up in front of a church to preach to the Government about tax dodgers. The Tax Justice Bus aims to show how not paying your dues reduces the amount which can be spent on health, education and welfare. Christian Aid and
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Country music pair scoop national Duo of the Year award
COUNTRY music duo Spur has been awarded the title of Duo of the Year at the British Country Music Awards for the second time in just three years. Mark Hills, 33, and his cousin James Parsons, 26, of Taunton , were voted one of the top five British
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Creech St Michael Medical Centre opened
A DOCTORS surgery has been opened at Creech St Michael. Staff, patients and developers marked the opening today (September 4) at the medical centre, which includes two treatment areas designed to accommodate disabled patients and a reception
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Paralympics - Debbie Criddle wins second silver but Lucy Shuker loses in tennis quarter-finals
IT has been a mixed day for our Paralympic athletes so far. Debbie Criddle added another Paralympic silver medal to her growing collection but wheelchair tennis star Lucy Shuker was knocked out of the singles. Debbie, 46, from Trull, riding
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Blackbrook football tournament coins in the cash
FOOTBALLERS at Blackbrook Pavilion took part in a marathon match to help a baby girl with one of the world’s rarest conditions get more sleep. They raised £160 for RhizoKids UK to buy temperature control blankets for youngsters with a life-limiting
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BOWLS: Taunton Deane too good for Williton
Taunton Deane beat Williton 59-43 in the West Somerset League, winning on all rinks. Scores, (Watchet names first): P Gliddon, R McNally and B Porter lost 22-14; T Beardon, R Mitchell and Derek Sully lost 19-14; and C Penner, C Thorne and A Sully lost
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Royal Marines 40 Commando heading for Afghanistan - leave your messages here
ROYAL Marines are preparing to fly out to Afghanistan this week. A group of 650 troops from 40 Commando, based at Norton Manor Camp, Norton Fitzwarren, are going on a six-month tour of duty in Nahr-e-saraj, Helmand Province. Commanding Officer
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Public toilets under threat in West Somerset
VISITORS and people living in West Somerset alike could lose out if proposals to cut another service in the region go through. West Somerset Council has floated plans to permanently close five less well-used public toilets in Blenheim Gardens and