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'Distressed person running around Bridgwater' - police appeal
POLICE have expressed concerns about a person frequently seen running around in Bridgwater. According to officers, the person appears to be distressed. They are asking anyone who sees the individual to report it to them. A spokesperson
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British Pie Week: Somerset's Guinness World Record for largest meat pie
BRITISH Pie Week gives the public the chance to celebrate one of the nation's favourite dishes - something Somerset has an unusual connection to. On April 12, 1998, a group of catering students from Stratford-upon-Avon College in Warwickshire travelled
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Catalytic converter taken from Honda Jazz at Congresbury garden centre
POLICE have appealed for anyone who may have witnessed a catalytic converter theft in Congresbury to contact them. On Monday, February 28, an unknown offender (or unknown offenders) removed the catalytic converter from a black Honda Jazz car.
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Line of Duty: Here's how to watch our exclusive AC-12 reunion subscriber-only livestream
LINE of Duty fans will be able to watch an exclusive AC-12 reunion – available ONLY to our subscribers. Martin Compston, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar are reuniting with the writer of the show Jed Mercurio for a "one-off" reunion event in aid
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Line of Duty: How to get EXCLUSIVE access to cast reunion event
ACTOR Martin Compston is reuniting with his Line of Duty colleagues for a spectacular one-off event next week in aid of a hospice close to his heart – and we are giving our subscribers EXCLUSIVE access to the show. Martin, known for his role as
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Pandora has the perfect gifts for football fans - see the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 collection
Pandora has unveiled a new collection for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022, inspired by inspirational women on the pitch. The UEFA Women's Euro 2022 is set to take place in July 2022 and England and Northern Ireland's are gearing up for the big tournament
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Somerset man avoids disqualification after driving with insufficient tread
A MAN from Somerset has avoided a driving ban after driving a van with tyres that did not have sufficient tread. Mihai Gradu, of Selwood Court, Keyford, was caught driving a Renault Master van on the A350 (Stony Gutter) in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
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No ban for speeding driver to avoid hardship for his family in Thailand
KURTIS Leigh Ram, 27, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty at Taunton Magistrates' Court to two charges of possession of cannabis in Highbridge. He was fined £80 for each of the offences committed last year on June 24 and July 27. He was also
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Taunton-based homeless charity CEO retires
THE chief executive of a Taunton-based homeless charity has stepped down after more than eight years at the helm. Justin Roxburgh prides himself on Arc - previously known as Taunton Association for the Homeless - saving dozens of lives and helping
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H Samuel teams up with Jac Jossa on new jewellery range – but you’ll have to be quick
H Samuel has announced its new collection, ‘Hot Diamonds’ by Jac Jossa. The range features beautiful gold jewellery pieces, and it’s already selling fast. It is made up of three collections that have been designed to be worn together, each one
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Burglars steal 'significant quantity' of cash and gold jewellery
BURGLARS stole "a significant quantity" of cash, gold jewellery and personal items during a raid in Cheddar. Police are appealing for information and witnesses to the incident at a property in Labourham Way. The unknown offenders broke
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Wellington Monument lights up to show solidarity with Ukraine
WELLINGTON Monument was illuminated in blue and yellow for the first time last night to show “support and solidarity with the people of Ukraine”. A member of the National Trust’s management team went to the landmark yesterday to set its new colours
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This week in UK politics: Ukraine support and knighthood anger
THERE has been widespread support felt across the UK for the Ukrainian people ever since the full Russian invasion on February 24. With many taking to the streets to show their empathy. Even locally, a vigil was held in Taunton outside the Market
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Dog grooming salon owner shows her pets at Crufts
THE owner of a Taunton dog grooming salon will take part at Crufts with her five dogs. Beccie Woods, owner of Boni and Guy Hairdressing for dogs, said she competes at Crufts with all her family every year. This year she is showing five of their
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Head asks for donations for school instead of leaving gift as building works start
WORK has started on Taunton School’s new library and sixth form centre, which will see brand new facilities created inside the school’s historic main building. A building team is working on converting the school’s former upper and lower dining
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Transform your garden and get summer ready with this garden bar from The Range
2022 is the year for garden furniture, with the Egg Chair and fire pits already being a must-have. But now there's a new exciting addition to the trend that is perfect for any garden and will be the star of any garden party. The Range is selling
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World class trumpeter opens business in Taunton inspired by Louis Armstrong
ONE of the world's top trumpet players is emulating all-time great Louis Armstrong by opening a store-cum-workshop in Taunton. Award-winning Luis Martelo, who lives locally, is using use his 'artist's space' to repair instruments, practice and
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Lions club to host Sounds of Somerset choirs concert to raise money for charity
TWO local choirs are set to perform in a charity concert organised by Glastonbury and Street Lions Club to raise funds for local causes. The Glastonbury Male Voice Choir and the Avalonian Free State Choir will take to the stage at Millfield School's
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Taunton Town score very late to beat Merthyr Town at home
Taunton Town 2-1 Merthyr Town A Ross Stearn goal deep into stoppage time snatched victory for the Peacocks as they beat Merthyr Town 2-1 at the Cygnet Health Care Stadium on Tuesday. The sensational end to the game was at odds with what went
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Toolstation announces opening date in Wellington
TOOLSTATION, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of tools and more, is opening a new branch in Wellington on Monday (March 14). The Wellington branch will be Toolstation’s eighth opening of 2022, and will create seven new jobs. Toolstation offers
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Converse releases new ‘Things To Grow’ collection for women and girls
Converse has released a new 'Things To Grow' collection and they're available to buy now. The shoes come in the iconic Converse style and embroidered detail, perfect for your spring/summer wardrobe. Each shoe comes with a hidden empowering
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Second Taunton Town player suspended and fined for betting breaches
A SECOND Taunton Town footballer has been issued a four month ban and a fine after breaching the Football Association rules over betting. Dan Sullivan was investigated as part of specific investigations from the FA into potential breaches in the
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People across Somerset asked to help find missing elderly Londoner
PEOPLE in Somerset are being asked to look out for a missing elderly woman with links to the county. Police in the capital have issued an appeal to find Marion, aged 62. They have posted a picture of her after she was reported missing in Brent
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Taunton Ladies Rugby showcase their skills in fun day at French Weir Park
LAST weekend Taunton RFC Ladies exhibited their skills for all to see at a Somerset Activity Sports Partnership fun day in the park at French Weir. The event organised by SASP was to promote sports for women and encouraging women to get active
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Woman set up an online fundraiser to cure her dog Archie
A WOMAN has launched an online fundraising page to cure her 11-year-old dog’s first-stage cancer. Chantelle Tremeer, 24, from Taunton, had her dog Archie since she was 13 and is now looking to raise 2000 to cure his cancer. She also said how
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Taunton flat smoke and fire damaged in kitchen blaze
A FLAT was badly smoke damaged in a kitchen fire in Taunton. Two fire engines from the county town were sent to the fire, which started accidentally on Monday evening (March 7). The incident was called in after flames were reported issuing
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Business donates more than £2,000 to hospital unit
A BUSINESS in Taunton donated £2,500 to charity last week. Lloyd & Whyte Community Broking donated the funds to the Cardiac Care Unit at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton. Director of the company, Paul Short, ran three half marathons in nine
