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Glastonbury 2022: See the Pyramid stage getting ready to party
The iconic Pyramid Stage has stood as a framework for three long years but it’s finally getting dressed for the party. After the pandemic caused the Glastonbury Festival to be cancelled in 2020 and 2021, the covers going on the main stage has come
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Police issue CCTV footage in connection with Frome fish and chip shop burglary
A FISH and chip shop in Frome had its window smashed and till and card reader damaged by an offender in a burglary last month. Avon and Somerset Police have issued CCTV footage of a person they would like to identify in connection with their investigation
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Somerset supermarket loses licence after £47k worth of illegal tobacco found
A SOMERSET supermarket has lost its licence after more than £47,000 of illegal tobacco was found on its premises. 7 Days supermarket, located at 23 East Reach in Taunton town centre, had its licence suspended in October 2021 following an investigation
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Community heroes to be recognised in new BBC award scheme
COMMUNITY heroes who make a difference where they live will be recognised in a new award scheme being run by every local BBC radio station in England - but they need your help to identify people who should be honoured. It’s part of the BBC’s ‘Make
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Police appeal after Somerset church damaged in vandalism attack
POLICE have been called in after a church was damaged in an act of vandalism. A door at St Cuthbert's Church, in Wells, was damaged and glass was smashed. The incident took place at around 4.15pm to 4.25pm on Wednesday of last week (March 16
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New Wellington Station could be in operation in 2025, says Network Rail
TRAINS could stop at a new Wellington Station as early as 2025, according to Network Rail. The company hopes to have developed a detailed design for the station and a full business case to submit to the Department for Transport before the end of
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Cleveland Watkiss set to bring new reggae project to the Brewhouse Theatre
AWARD-winning artist Cleveland Watkiss MBE launched his new album and tour The Great Jamaican Songbook today - and he will bring his show to Taunton next month. Watkiss, who recently received the 2021 Ivors Composer Award for Innovation, has received
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Pressure on Musgrove 'more significant than at any time during Covid-19 pandemic'
SOMERSET'S health and social care services are under more pressure than at any time during the Covid-19 pandemic. Rates of coronavirus in the county are at their highest levels since the start of the pandemic and the number of patients with Covid
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Get the perfect Mother's Day message with Cameo
More caring than a box of chocolates and longer lasting than a bouquet of flowers, a personalised message from mum’s favourite celeb is the perfect way to show her some love this Mother’s Day. With a wide range of stars at all price points, from
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Get up to 50 percent off perfume at The Fragrance Shop in time for Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is less than a week away and if you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for your mum, grandma or mother-in-law, look no further. Often it can seem like the person you’re buying for has everything, making the gift buying process
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7 BBQs and pizza ovens to upgrade your garden for 2022
Spring is here and the warmer weather has started to make an appearance in areas of the UK. It’s time for us Brits to enjoy our gardens again and gather friends and family round for a feast outside. If you do find it getting a bit chilly while
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Get your garden summer ready with rattan furniture from Homebase, ManoMano and more
Rattan furniture is setting the trend for garden looks in 2022. Everywhere you look the stylish weaving is on comfortable seating, tables and decorative garden pieces. As we prepare for a warm spring, now is the time to do the garden revamp you
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Two boys, 14 and 15, arrested as boy, 14, taken to hospital after fight in Taunton
TWO schoolboys were arrested and a third was taken to hospital following a "confrontation" in Taunton yesterday evening (Thursday, March 24). Police were called to reports of a disturbance involving several teenagers in Dorchester Road near to
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Number of Somerset substandard bridges among the highest in Britain
SOMERSET is one of the councils in Britain with the highest number of substandard bridges. The number in Britain has risen for the second year running, new figures show. Local authorities identified 3,211 bridges as being substandard at the
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Line of Duty reunion now LIVE for subscribers – here's how to watch
BENT coppers, romance and singalongs – much like the show itself, the first reunion of Line of Duty's stars had it all, and our subscribers now have exclusive access to a recording of the full event. AC12's Steve Arnott, Kate Fleming and Ted Hastings
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'Inseparable' Wellington couple celebrate 72 years of wedded bliss
A WELLINGTON couple have celebrated an incredible 72 years of marriage. Bill and Jean Carr marked their wedding anniversary at Camelot House and Lodge, on Taunton Road. Their son Mark accompanied Jean to the dementia care home where Bill is
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Uninsured motorist caught driving in street where he lives
A CREECH St Michael motorist has been banned from driving for six months for speeding. Valdemaras Rapalis, 37, of Meredith Close, was clocked doing more than 50mph on the A38 at Thurloxton on January 22 this year. He was given six penalty points
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New baby club launches to support parents in Taunton and surrounding areas
A NEW baby club has launched to help support parents in Taunton and the surrounding areas. Our Baby Club was founded four years ago by Victoria Warnes. The classes in Taunton began in February 2022, with the aim of supporting parents during
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10 dresses that look straight out of Bridgerton that you can wear in 2022
With Bridgerton back on our screens, it's time that we Debutantes dressed for the occasion. The popular period drama is beloved for its romantic regency storylines and fun acoustic pop covers, not to mention its fashion choices. Last social
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Get the Bridgerton look with Regency style dresses, corset tops and more
Bridgerton is back on our screens and it's about time that we Debutantes dressed for the occasion. The popular period drama is beloved for its romantic regency storylines and fun acoustic pop covers, not to mention its fashion choices. Last
