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New £500,000 radiotherapy CT scanner opens at Musgrove Park Hospital
STAFF at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton are celebrating after a charity donated a new £500,000 state-of-the-art radiotherapy CT scanner to their radiotherapy department. Fundraisers from Somerset Unit for Radiotherapy Equipment (SURE), Taunton
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Taunton man died when he was hit by train in 'deliberate act', inquest heard
A TAUNTON man who suffered from depression was seen running towards a railway line before he was struck and killed by a train, an inquest heard. Simon Byles, 19, of Courtly Drive, Taunton, was found dead on the line near Norton Fitzwarren on February
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Calls for 'mega unitary' authority to include two more Somerset councils
COUNCIL leaders in Somerset have responded to two blueprints for the county’s future governance which would involve more existing councils being included in any future merger. Somerset County Council is currently in discussions with the county’
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FOOTBALL: New boss for Lady Glovers
YEOVIL Town Ladies FC have appointed Lee Burch as the club's new head coach, as the club prepares for life in its new professional surroundings. Burch, who was named the 2017/18 FA Women’s Super League 2 manager of the year at the LMA Awards, will
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BOWLS: Taunton Deane President's Day enjoys fine turnout
TAUNTON Deane Bowling Club’s new president, Mike Beale, welcomed more than 120 members and guests to President’s Day earlier this month. Bowlers filled the indoor and outdoor rinks, as members enjoyed competing in friendly games, playing for either
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Taunton bypass came to standstill to honour town's 'father of the RAF'
A BUSY Taunton bypass came to a standstill today for an event held to honour a Taunton man who helped change the course of history. The town’s Northern Inner Distributor Road was renamed to honour Huge Montague Trenchard, the founder of the Royal
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Catch the rising folk trio Leveret at Halsway
LEVERET is a unique collaboration between three of England’s finest folk musicians. Andy Cutting (melodeon), Sam Sweeney (fiddle) and Rob Harbron (concertina) are each regarded as exceptional performers and masters of their instruments. Together
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Driver released from hospital after escaping this overturned wreck near Taunton
THIS is the result of a single-car crash on the outskirts of Taunton and the driver was apparently lucky to escape with his life. The driver was treated at hospital for his injuries following the crash on the B3227, a couple of miles west of Norton
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WORLD CUP: Where to watch the tournament in Taunton this summer
THE World Cup is here, and fans will be flocking to pubs across Taunton for a taste of that football atmosphere. Here are eight County Gazette picks for where you can watch Russia 2018 unfold... All Stars If there's one place you can guarantee
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LETTER: Why one reader believes Coal Orchard plan should be withdrawn
I REFER to your article on the redevelopment of Coal Orchard in last week’s edition. I do not share your enthusiasm for the scheme, nor do I agree with the glowing terms in which the council spokesman presents it. In the planning application for
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Man found naked in a Somerset street told police he was 'tripping his n**s off'
A NAKED man found attacking a van in the middle of a Somerset road told police he was "tripping his n**s off". Hot-headed Liam McDowell, 33, approached the vehicle rambling and swearing before he punched the bonnet and ripped off a windscreen wiper
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Historic toll bridge for sale
A COUPLE who sold their home to buy an ancient toll bridge have now put it up for sale for almost £800,000 - after raking in an estimated £100,000-a-year in fees TAX FREE...
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WORLD CUP: Who should Southgate pick to face Tunisia?
The FIFA World Cup kicks off this afternoon, with Russia against Saudi Arabia the first of 64 matches running through to July 15. We asked five local players and managers who they think England boss Gareth Southgate should pick for the Three Lions
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Shocking incidents highlight sharp rise in anti-social behaviour
FIGURES show anti-social behaviour is on the rise across Taunton Deane and Wellington – and two shocking incidents this week have highlighted the problem. Figures show there has been a 26 per cent increase in reports of anti-social behaviour crimes
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Taunton Thespians take the Bard on tour across Somerset
TICKETS are on sale for the Taunton Thespians’ outdoor touring production of Shakespeare’s “The Two Gentlemen of Verona”. This production is set in the “Roaring” Twenties. Think flappers, think jazz, think decadence...and there’s an adorable
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Theatre revamp will go ahead even if plans to redevelop Coal Orchard are rejected
WORK to revamp the Brewhouse Theatre in the centre of Taunton will go ahead even if plans to redevelop the surrounding area are turned down. Taunton Deane Borough Council is currently consulting on plans to regenerate the Coal Orchard area of the
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PICTURES: Medics take over Longrun Meadow for NHS birthday
THERE were a course record 499 runners at Longrun Meadow Parkrun on Saturday, for the NHS Takeover celebrating the health service’s 70th birthday. Serveral of those runners were dressed on a medical theme, while all of the volunteers for the event
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Mecca Bingo calls to have an England football theme during the World Cup
BINGO calls will take on a football-themed twist this summer as England aims to end 52 years of World Cup hurt this summer. 'When England won the Cup – 66' and 'full time – 90' will be among the new calls which are being trialled at selected Mecca
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Inspirational diabetes volunteers honoured at Taunton awards
A doctor, an office volunteer and two tea ladies were among the everyday heroes to be honoured in the Diabetes UK South West Inspire Awards at the Castle Hotel in Taunton. Individuals and groups from all over the south west joined the celebration
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Supermarkets cut petrol prices after RAC hit out at increases
THREE supermarkets have cut fuel prices following claims that retailers were refusing to pass on a drop in wholesale costs. Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury's - which all have branches in Taunton and across Somerset - have reduced the price of unleaded
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Drink-drive warning during World Cup
FOOTBALL fans are being urged to keep the roads alcohol-free during the World Cup, which gets underway today.Somerset County Council’s road safety team is raising awareness of drink-driving as many venture out to catch games during the tournament.Avon
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Get ready for Somerfest Saturday in Taunton
GET ready for an art attack, an music and literary overload. This weekend, Somerfest bursts back into life in Taunton and everyone is invited to come along and watch the fun. Somerfest is staging an array of performances and activities on Saturday
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Extraordinary council meeting over disputed payment abruptly postponed
MORE than 20 members of the public turned out for an 'extraordinary meeting' where a report into a payment to a former council employee was to be discussed - only to be turned away after the meeting was postponed less than five minutes in. Last
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Wind to ease across Somerset as Storm Hector brings disruption to the north
BLUSTERY conditions will ease across Somerset as Storm Hector brings disruption to the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The South West will be spared from gusts of 60-70mph today and will see mostly dry conditions and sunny spells
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REVIEW: The Mill on the Floss was a stark, dramatic and eye catching torrent to the senses.
THIS production of The Mill on the Floss was pared back, stripped back, I could say naked for the bare necessities of storytelling. The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School presented a re-imagining of George Eliot's 19th century novel in a stark, dramatic
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Taunton carpenter's story wins prestigious national competition
A CARPENTER'S environmentally-conscious tale about a boy made from cardboard is to be turned into book after it won a competition to find new talent in children's story-telling. Jack Martin, 23, from Taunton, developed a story he wrote and illustrated
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VIDEO: Cricketers pick their second team in part three of our Guide to the World Cup
IN the final part of our Guide to the World Cup - with Somerset County Cricket Club - the players pick their second teams... Interviews by Richard Browne. Huge thanks to Somerset County Cricket Club and all the players for being such good sports
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LETTER: Call for planning reform is not a 'political rant'
MANY local residents will have made legitimate objections to major planning applications and will have found that the (Taunton Deane Borough Council) planning committee ignores their views and gives in to the developers on every issue. Some councillors
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CRICKET: From strugglers to challengers - how Somerset have turned a corner in 2018
JUNE 12, 2017. A tight, nervy run chase on the final day of a hard-fought County Championship clash at Taunton. Somerset, chasing 262 to beat Yorkshire and secure a first victory of the season, overcome an early wobble and are on the brink
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SOMERSET CAMERA CLUB: Pictures published on June 14, 2018
HERE are the pictures published on June 14, 2018: BIBLICAL SKIES: Over Weston super Mare. PICTURE: Andy Linthorne ICONIC: The Tor at sunset. PICTURE: Mike Jefferies COLOUR: A Somerset scene. PICTURE: Thomas James Russell
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136 home plan for Watchet's Cleeve Hill submitted
WATCHET could be set for 136 new homes on land at Cleeve Hill if plans are given the green light. A planning application has been submitted to West Somerset Council which, if given the go-ahead, would see 136 homes developed as well the creation of
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Minehead's greatest manager, Bob Boyd, dies aged 70
TRIBUTES have been paid after Minehead Football Club’s most successful manager, Bob Boyd, died on Sunday, aged 70. During the late 1970’s, Bob steered the Blues to their pinnacle in the non-league pyramid when they finished second behind Wimbledon
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Houses prices have soared 100-fold since 1966
UK HOUSE prices are 106 times higher than they were when England won the World Cup in 1966 – growing three times faster than wages, according to research from online mortgage broker Trussle. As the 2018 FIFA World Cup kicks off, Trussle has dug
