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Meet the Somerset resident who's competing in MasterChef 2024
MasterChef has returned for its 20th series on the BBC, and one of the contestants taking part is from Somerset. Louise is from Exmoor in West Somerset and is one of six contestants taking part in the second heat of the 2024 series tonight (Wednesday
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Mum of proud Taunton boy Barnaby Webber speaks as Knife Angel sculpture unveiled
A SCULPTURE made up of 100,000 knives and blades was officially unveiled in Taunton town centre this afternoon (Wednesday, April 3). The Knife Angel, which aims to raise awareness of the negative effects of violence and aggression, will be outside
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Three new deputy lieutenants appointed in Somerset
Three new deputy lieutenants have been appointed to assist and support the lord-lieutenant in Somerset. The new deputies are Suresh Ariaratnam from Bath, Jennifer Duke who lives on Exmoor, and Sheila Wheeler residing in a village on the Quantock
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Rumoured Banksy artwork appears overnight on Somerset bus shelter
ARTWORK rumoured to be painted by the world's most renowned graffiti artist has appeared overnight on a bus shelter in Brean today (Wednesday, April 3). The painting, rumoured to be the work of Banksy, can be seen opposite the Seagull Inn, on South
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Caroline Faithfull wins medal haul at World Down Syndrome Swimming Championships
TAUNTON Deane swimmer Caroline Faithfull recently returned from Antalya, Turkey where she was a member of the 29-strong Great Britain team competing at the World Down Syndrome Swimming Championships. Caroline was in top form at the competition
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Prolific Frome shoplifter who carried out 31 thefts given Criminal Behaviour Order
A PROLIFIC Frome shoplifter who has committed 31 thefts has been given a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). The CBO application against Joe Steel, 33, of Vallis Road, was granted by magistrates in Taunton last month. 31 thefts were noted in the
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Taunton Town 'will fight to the end' to avoid relegation says Dray
IT was a difficult Easter holiday period for Taunton Town as they suffered two defeats to two of their closest geographical rivals. On Good Friday they lost to Weston-super-Mare AFC and then on Monday they lost at home to Bath City. Head of
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Taunton Warriors wrap up Counties 2 Tribute Somerset title
Counties 2 Tribute Somerset: Wells 27-63 Taunton Warriors TAUNTON Warriors earned their twentieth win of the season by scoring 10 tries and a drop goal which took their points tally for the season to 1190, which is an average of 59 points per game
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Seniors Section at Taunton & Pickeridge GC get first win of the season
David Chesney was the winner of the Bank Holiday Stableford at Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club on Monday with 36 points, one ahead of his nearest rival Curtis Edwards who returned with 35. Dan Keitch claimed third spot with 33 points while Malcolm
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Watch: Taunton fire crews swiftly deal with shocking car fire on residential street
FIRE crews have been praised for their swift response to a vehicle fire in Taunton last night (Tuesday, April 2). Local resident Max Punni 'couldn't believe' what he was seeing as the fire broke out on George Street at around 11.35pm, whilst he
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No GWR trains between Taunton and Weston-super-Mare this weekend as strikes continue
GREAT Western Railway workers will once again strike this weekend, meaning there will be no trains between Taunton and Weston-super-Mare. As a result, services from other stations in Somerset, including Bridgwater, Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea
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Somerset's friendly against Exeter a good final runout for the squad
SOMERSET County Cricket Club officially drew their final friendly match against Uni of Exeter earlier this week ahead of the 2024 County Championship season. Somerset scored 273/6 dec and 242/7 dec to University of Exeter's 194 and 127/4 (33) before
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Taunton Town's match tonight moved to Gloucester City's stadium
TAUNTON Town's National League South match that was scheduled to take place tonight (Wednesday, April 3) against Maidstone United, has been moved. It will now take place at Gloucester City's stadium at Meadow Park after the pitch in Taunton failed
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Results from rain-affected week at Oake Manor Golf Club
Oake Manor Golf Club has managed to run a few competitions despite the continuing very wet weather. Robin Trott playing off a handicap of 3 won the Saturday Stableford Competition with 36 points. Michael Bright came second with 35 points and Nathaniel
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MP reports on 'planned upgrade of entire Musgrove Park Hospital site'
WISHING everyone belated, happy and peaceful Easter wishes and hoping like me, you had the chance to spend some quality time with family and friends. I know many across Taunton Deane will have been thinking about Her Royal Highness The Princess
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Multiple fire crews race to extinguish barn and caravan blaze in Somerset
FIRE crews raced to the scene of a barn and caravan blaze earlier this week. Fire Control received a call from a member of the public in the West Coker area at around 11.32pm on Monday, April 1. The on-call watch from Yeovil responded to the
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Bishops Lydeard Under 13 Girls crowned champions
The Bishops Lydeard Girls ran away with the Somerset U13 Girls league this weekend after a closely contested game against Ilminster. Their nearest rivals, Wellington, sit 16 points behind them and with their season reaching its climax, with only
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Wellington AFC edging closer to safety in Western League
Toolstation Western League: Wellington AFC 2-0 Street Wellington took another step towards securing their premier division future as two late goals sank Street at a soggy Playing Field yesterday (Monday, April 1st). The result lifted the Tangerines
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Suspected stolen goods seized after motorist flees from police in Somerset
POLICE officers from Yeovil have seized a "quantity of suspected stolen goods" from an uninsured car. Officers spotted the vehicle being driven without insurance before it made off at speed. It was later found parked on a nearby road. There
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Somerset treasure hunter's record gold find fails to sell
THE largest gold nugget ever found in England has failed to sell at auction after being unearthed by a Somerset metal detectorist. The 64.8g metal lump was discovered by Richard Brock, 67, on farmland near Much Wenlock, Shropshire, last May.
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Woman due in court charged with careless driving offences after fatal A303 collision
A 20-YEAR-OLD woman is due in court following a fatal collision which happened on the A303 in Somerset last year. Jessica Higgs has been charged with two counts of causing death by driving without due care while over the limit for a specific controlled
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Taunton independent sandwich bar has stuck to its values since 1978
ON Saturday, April 6, Ben Saunders will celebrate 15 years since he took over Loafers Sandwich Bar in Taunton. The beloved independent sandwich shop's history dates all the way back to 1978, and the business has been a cornerstone in the community
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Celebrate Somerset Day with the Big Somerset Picnic this year
Non-profit Passion for Somerset CIC organised Somerset Day to inspire and empower communities, businesses and all who live in Somerset to share a passion for the county. The Big Somerset Picnic will aim to bring people together, provide opportunities
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MP worried illegal raves could become common occurrence in Somerset
A SOMERSET MP has expressed concern that illegal raves could become frequent if they are not dealt with more swiftly. The reaction comes following an illegal rave on Exmoor which took place on Easter Sunday, which saw thousands of people descend
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True story of a Scottish vets' 50 years in Africa told in new book
The true story of a Scottish vet's work in Africa is set for a major book release. Rift Valley Fever - A British Vet in Africa provides a riveting account of Somerset resident Hugh Cran's 50 years in Kenya, following his training as a vet in Edinburgh
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New surgery method hopes to cut hernia treatment waiting times
WITH hopes of reducing waiting times and prompting quicker recovery for hernia sufferers, a hospital has started performing less invasive forms of surgery. The Practice Plus Group Hospital, in Shepton Mallet, is now undertaking laparoscopic surgery
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Minehead care home scores big at Great British Care Awards
A care home in Minehead is celebrating resounding success at a national awards ceremony. Dunster Lodge secured over 40 nominations for the Great British Care Awards from professionals, residents and their relatives. In November 2023, the home
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Minehead care home appoint Louise Heppenstall as new manager
A care home in Minehead has appointed a new home manager. Louise Heppenstall, who brings over 15 years of managerial experience, will take charge of Minehead Nursing and Residential Home. Initially, she started her career journey in supermarket
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Rare form of cancer found in Somerset woman's eye during routine test
A WOMAN who attended a routine eye test at Specsavers Minehead has said a "heartfelt" thank you to the staff after they discovered that she had a rare form of cancer. Catherine Simmons, 74, visited the store for a test after she broke her glasses