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Lozza's Loot: Collecting match programmes
THE Fast Show brought its own touch to the world of football with the fictional character, Ron Manager. When replying to this comment: “But, Tommy, do we need structure? Look at the Brazilians.” Ron said: “Oh, those Brazilians,you know? Circa
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Skateboard vert ramp opening in Taunton only one for miles around
SKATEBOARD enthusiasts will be able to experience the thrill of watching a professional demonstrate his skills on new ramps in the town. Richard Parker, who is from Taunton, and his brother, Robert, will try out the vert ramp and mini ramp when
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Porlock man found at the bottom of a cliff died of multiple injuries, inquest hears
A PORLOCK man whose body was found at the bottom of West Somerset cliffs died of multiple injuries, an inquest heard. The body of Trevor Telling, 71, from Bossington, was found on January 17 at the bottom of cliffs at Hurlstone Point just days
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Blind Taunton woman's charity row for Somerset Sight
A BLIND woman from Taunton has taken part in a charity row for Somerset Sight. Annette White, 64, lost her sight in December after struggling with a range of medical problems for years. She is a wheelchair user, has diabetes and MS.
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Taunton MP encouraging residents to have eye tests after glaucoma scare
TAUNTON Deane's MP is encouraging her constituents to have their eyes tested after a scare with a sight-stealing condition. Rebecca Pow was having a regular eye test at Vision Express, Fore street, when optometrist and store partner Deirdre Finn
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CRICKET: Trescothick set for surgery on broken foot
SOMERSET opener Marcus Trescothick is to have surgery next week as he recovers from a broken metatarsal. The 42-year-old opener sustained the injury en route to a century against Lancashire last Friday but will now be out for the foreseeable future
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Building suffers severe damage after fire in Dulverton
A BUILDING in Dulverton has suffered severe damage after a fire broke out this morning (Wednesday, May 9). Firefighters from Dulverton, Tiverton, Wiveliscombe and South Molten attended the scene at the Parish Rooms on Rosemary Lane at 10.21am. The
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Memorial event following shock death of promising young chef
TRIBUTES have poured in for a promising young Taunton chef who tragically died suddenly. A charity event in memory of Carl Abrams, 24, whose suicide shocked his many friends, has been organised at his mother's hair salon in the town. Carl,
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Why Taunton pedestrianisation schemes are still on hold
PLANS to pedestrianise three key streets in Taunton town centre are being tweaked following a public consultation. Taunton Deane Borough Council is still unable to say when traffic will be limited in East Street, Hammet Street and St James Street
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District councils say projected savings in county's unitary idea are "unrealistic"
SOMERSET's districts councils have grouped together to hit out over a plan that would see the end of all the authorties. Last week it was announced that Somerset County Council was looking into plans that would completely change local government
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Mother of Seb Morris says son's death 'doesn't make sense', inquest hears
THE mother of a super-fit, boxing-mad teenager who died at his home in Creech St Michael paid tribute to her 'well-liked child' at an inquest into his death. Seb Morris, 14, of Meredith Close, was found dead in his bedroom by his mother on November
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Wellington's mayor to serve for another year
COUNCILLOR Gary James has been elected mayor for the second year running. Cllr James was voted mayor by his peers at the annual parish and council meeting on Tuesday night (May 9). Cllr James said he is delighted to be chosen to represent the
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Council agrees to foot bill to repair The Basins fencing
AFTER much debate it has been agreed that repairs to the broken fencing at a Wellington beauty spot will be repaired.Wellington Town Council met on Tuesday night (May 8) to discuss the future of The Basins.Councillors have been concerned for some time
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PHOTOS: All the fun of the fair in Milverton
HUNDREDS of people enjoyed the annual Milverton Street in glorious sunshine on Monday. Visitors milled around the narrow streets to check out the more than 100 stalls ranging from arts and crafts, paintings and wooden toys to furniture and woodturning
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PICTURES: Guests enjoy Taunton Gin Festival
It was certainly a busy evening at the Museum of Somerset last week, with more than 200 people attending Taunton Gin Festival. People sat in the courtyard throughout the night, enjoying the sunny weather, with the cocktail bar serving the most
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Villagers could have more say in where new homes are built
PEOPLE living in and around Creech St Michael could help decide where new homes, shops, businesses or play areas go under plans lodged with Taunton Deane Borough Council. The parish council in Creech has submitted its proposed neighbourhood development
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Busy Bank Holiday weekend for West Somerset's emergency services
WEST Somerset's emergency services had a busy bank holiday weekend including the dramatic rescue of a walker on Kilve beach.On Sunday afternoon, HM Coastguard Watchet, first responders, police, ambulance and air ambulance personnel were called to
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House prices fell by 3.1% month-on-month in April, according to index
House prices fell by 3.1% month-on-month in April - the biggest monthly decline since September 2010, according to an index. The sharp decrease took the average UK house price to £220,962, Halifax said. It followed a 1.6% month-on-month increase
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Police 'collect' WW2 bullet in Wellington
POLICE in Wellington have collected what officers believe to be a Second World War bullet. They took possession of the 50 calibre bullet last night, according to a tweet. You’ll never guess what was collected tonight. WWII 50 cal bullet
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Out of control bonfire spreads to garage
FIREFIGHTERS tackled an out of control bonfire that spread to a garage. Crews were called to the incident in Comeytrowe Lane, Taunton, at around 9.18pm yesterday (Tuesday). By the time they arrived, the blaze had spread to a single storey garage
