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Tata’s Group announcement ‘step forward to meet net zero ambitions’, Taunton MP says
THE Tata’s Group gigafactory announcement “marks a major step forward in the drive to meet our net zero ambitions,” Taunton Deane MP Rebecca Pow said. Today (Wednesday, February 28) it has been confirmed that Jaguar Land Rover owner Tata will invest
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Young dancers wow Somerset shoppers in flash mob performance
CLARKS Village shoppers were wowed by young dancers in a flash mob performance over the weekend. Dancers from the Bridgwater-based Fox King Dance Academy showcased their skills at the shopping outlet. This event was hosted by Somerset County Cars
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Award-winning hip hop group to perform in Frome for the only time this year
A MULTI award-winning hip hop act will be taking to the stage in Frome this Friday (March 1, 2024). The Scribes will be performing at The Tree House from 7pm. This will be the group's only performance in Frome this year. The group have previously
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Flood warning in place as River Tone levels remain high
SEVERAL flood warnings are currently in place in Somerset as the River Tone’s level remains high, the Environment Agency said. According to the agency’s latest update, the flood warning area includes West Moor, Hay Moor, and Curry Moor including
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'Incredibly popular' artist to showcase stunning 3D pieces at Somerset exhibition
AN exhibition is set to launch in Glastonbury next month, which will showcase the work of talented artist Jim Pilston. The Heart of The Tribe Gallery has announced that the exhibition, titled Old Gods, New Monsters, will launch on March 21.
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Proposed closure for ‘no longer financially viable’ Somerset care homes
A CONSULTATION has been launched on the proposed closure of two residential care homes deemed “no longer financially viable”. In an announcement today, (Wednesday, February 28) Somerset Care said they are proposing the closure of Sunnymeade in
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Somerset locals to take a deeper dive into one of the oldest hobbies in Britain
SOME of the country's top postcard dealers will be meeting up in Bridgwater this week in celebration of one of Britain's oldest hobbies. The two-day Festival of Cards event, which will start on Thursday, February 29, will take place at Junction
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Somerset councils join forces in bid to upgrade cycle route on A38
A key pedestrian crossing on one of Somerset’s busiest roads could soon be upgraded using nearly half a million pounds of central government funding. Somerset County Council and North Somerset Council published initial proposals in June 2021 for
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Charity celebrates milestone as 20th defibrillator gets installed in Somerset town
MINEHEAD now has 20 publicly accessible defibrillators in the town thanks to a collaboration between a supermarket and proactive residents. Minehead Community Defib Group has announced the activation of the life-saving equipment, which is located
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Speeding drivers avoid bans as they would cause ‘exceptional hardship’
A TAUNTON man has escaped a driving ban despite racking up 12 points on his licence because it would cause “exceptional hardship”. Gary Griffiths, of Cleveland Street, was caught driving at 86mph on the M5 between junctions 26 (Wellington) and
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Dray says togetherness is high despite Taunton dropping into relegation zone
TAUNTON Town have officially dropped into the relegation places in the National League South. The Peacocks, despite putting in a solid performance to draw 1-1 at Dartford on Saturday, are now in 21st place, one point below the safety positions.
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Bashir dedicates wicket haul for England to grandparents
SOMERSET spinner and now England future star Shoaib Bashir is really proud of his achievements representing his country. After he put the frighteners on India by taking eight wickets across two innings in England's defeat in the fourth test, Bashir
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Charity founded in memory of beloved baby son expands into Somerset
A BEREAVEMENT charity which supports families impacted by the sudden and unexpected death of a loved one has officially expanded into Somerset. Wales-based 2wish celebrated its expansion into England at an event in Taunton yesterday (Tuesday, February
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Tickets now on sale for all Somerset's home matches in 2024
TICKETS for every one of Somerset CCC's home matches this season are now available, from County Championship to the One Day Cup. After Vitality Blast tickets went on sale last week, tickets for the County Championship and Metro Bank One Day Cup
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Walking footballers from Taunton win national Volunteers of the Year award
TWO walking football volunteers from Taunton have been recognised as the best in the business for 2023. Julia Tibbs and Sarah Breckon have won the Volunteers of the Year Award for last year from The Walking Football Association. The pair setup
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Megan Driskel one of the youngest players selected for Somerset Pathway
YOUNGSTER Megan Driskel has recently been selected to join the Somerset Emerging Players Program on the Somerset Cricket Pathway. The 12-year-old is currently the youngest player on the program by some four years making her one of the youngest
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Huish Tigers earn home win over Oldfield Old Boys
Counties 2 Tribute Somerset: Huish Tigers 17-10 Oldfield Old Boys HUISH Tigers RFC returned to winning form at the weekend as they defeated Oldfield Old Boys at home. The match in the Counties 2 Tribute Somerset division finished 17-10 in the
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Taunton Town Supporters Association set ambitious goals after official rebrand
FOLLOWING a decision not to go down the route of becoming a trust, the Peacocks Supporters Association have just finished a total rebrand. Now known as the Taunton Town Independent Supporters Association, or TTISA, the seven Taunton Town fans who
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£4 billion pounds investment confirmed as Tata Group comes to Somerset
SOMERSET will be home to a new Tata Group’s multi-billion-pound electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility, it was confirmed today (Wednesday, February 28). Agratas, Tata Group’s global battery business, has confirmed that it will build a
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Strode College students lead radio campaign to combat local crime
Students at a college in Street have spearheaded a radio campaign aimed at curbing crime rates in local communities. The Strode College media students collaborated with Radio Ninesprings and the High Sheriff of Somerset’s Crimebeat Fund to create
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Nynehead Court observes National Nest Box Week with DIY bird boxes
Residents at Nynehead Court have been building bird boxes to celebrate National Nest Box Week. The retirement home’s annual participation in the event, organised by the British Trust for Ornithology from February 14 to 21, coincides with the bird
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West Country's leading antiques fair returns from March 15 to 17
The West Country's Shepton Mallet Antiques and Collectors Fair is all set to return to the Royal Bath and West Showground from March 15 to 17. The three-day event will transform three sizable halls and more than 30 shopping booth into a lively
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‘People come to Taunton just for Mr Miles’ – a quintessential English tearoom
A TAUNTON tearoom that puts quality at the forefront of its service is still drawing new people to the town – 14 years after it first opened. Mr Miles, located on High Street, roasts coffee on-site and provides a range of teas and infusions for
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Wellington Lib Dems celebrate volunteers with afternoon tea
The Wellington Liberal Democrats celebrated their volunteers with an event to thank them for their work. The gathering featured an afternoon tea and musical entertainment and took place at Bulford Hall. The party's Parliamentary candidate for