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Police searching for wanted man last seen in Somerset
POLICE are currently looking for a wanted man who was last seen in Somerton in the early hours of Saturday, December 2. Shane Walsh is wanted in connection with several recent offences, one of which is related to domestic abuse. The 31-year-old
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Minehead come out on top in high scoring battle with Castle Cary
Uhlsport Somerset Division One: Castle Cary 4-6 Minehead Minehead found Castle Cary in a plucky, competitive mood on Saturday, when The Blues made their longest trip of the season. Without a recognised central defender available, it was captain
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Wiveliscombe secure important win over Falmouth at home
Counties 1 Tribute Western West: Wiveliscombe 19-17 Falmouth Wiveliscombe secured their second league victory of the season in a closely contested game on the Wivey Rec Ground against Falmouth. Credit must go to both teams and the referee for
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Rise in anti-social driving cases sparks increase in Castle Cary police patrols
CASTLE Cary residents can expect to see more police patrols after officers were made aware of an increase in "anti-social" driving in the area. Anti-social driving can be characterised as drifting around corners, racing, making excessive noise,
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Three-bedroom detached bungalow close to the amenities in Ruishton
This spacious, three-bedroom detached bungalow occupies a spot in a sought-after cul-de-sac close to the main amenities in the village of Ruishton, which has excellent links to the M5 and A303 and is just under four miles to the centre of Taunton.
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Wellington stretch unbeaten run with point away against Buckland
Toolstation Premier Division: Buckland Athletic 1-1 Wellington WELLINGTON gave one of their best displays of the season so far as they extended their unbeaten run with a richly deserved point away to fifth-placed Buckland Athletic on Saturday,
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South West residents to expect a soaking as yellow weather warning issued
SOUTH West residents are in for a rainy day tomorrow (Monday, December 4). A yellow weather warning has been issued for rain, which covers parts of North Somerset, Somerset and Devon. Until 6pm tomorrow, locals should expect: Flooding of
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Grand Grade II listed Georgian townhouse in a premium residential area in Taunton
This impressive Grade II listed Georgian townhouse is situated in a highly favoured residential area in Taunton, dominated by established housing, mainly from the Victorian era and is widely regarded as one of the most premier districts of the town
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Different ways to make your Christmas an even greener one
While many may be dreaming of a white Christmas, why not make it a greener one too? 30% more waste is produced over Christmas - about 3 million tonnes. 365,000 km of unrecyclable wrapping paper — enough to wrap around the equator nine times
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Taunton Titans defeated by Sale in dense fog at Veritas Park
National One Rugby: Taunton Titans 32-56 Sale FC TAUNTON Titans were well beaten in their match at home against Sale FC on Saturday (December 2). There was doubts this match would even go ahead due to the fog restricting visibility but the
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Taunton Town's match at Eastbourne abandoned due to fog
TAUNTON Town's National League South game at Eastbourne Borough was abandoned at half time on Saturday (December 2) due to fog. It was a disappointing conclusion to the match as in the first half Taunton were in control and had put in a much improved
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Recycle your Christmas tree to support local good causes
CHILDREN'S Hospice South West (CHSW) and St Margaret’s Hospice Care are offering a Christmas tree recycling service for households across Somerset. 'Treecyclers’ raised almost £8,000 for CHSW last Christmas and is collecting real trees in even
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Community village pub to host 'early panto' performance
STOKE St Gregory's multi-award winning community hub/pub The Royal Oak is hosting the North Curry Mummers on at 12 noon on Boxing Day. Mumming is an early pantomime based loosely on the legend of St George and the dragon, showing the struggle between
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Hundreds thronged town centre for Christmas lights switch on
WELLINGTON was well and truly illuminated for Christmas following a successful switch-on event back in December 2006. The streets were lined with adults and children, the cast from Cinderella put in an appearance, and County Gazette staff were
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Head to Exmoor for this walk rich in heritage and folklore
Rachel Mead heads to Exmoor to walk over the iconic Tarr Steps, a 700-year-old clapper bridge. There’s beauty and folklore to be had in this part of our National Park and it’s a perfect weekend destination at this time of year. I’m going to suggest
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Yeovil Hospital may keep some stroke services following successful campaign
YEOVIL Hospital may keep some of its stroke services following a successful campaign by concerned residents. NHS Somerset consulted with residents between late-January and mid-April over proposals to close the stroke services at Yeovil Hospital