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Former Taunton social club dating back to 19th century set to become housing
A FORMER Taunton social club which dates back to the 19th century will soon be turned into housing after plans were approved. The Trinity Men’s Club, located at 17 Trinity Street, closed its doors for the last time in August 2019, with the building
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Youth cricket season underway as the Rubies lose to the Wombats
The Wombats edged out Taunton Rubies in the first game of the Taunton and District Youth Cricket League season. It took place under the delightful Sunday. The Rubies, having won the toss and choosing to bat first, met the Wombats' Thomas and
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Somerset man raises over £8K in thanks to team who saved his life
A FROME man whose life was saved by the local Air Ambulance team has raised over £8,000 in thanks. In August 2023, Mike MacCallam experienced a sudden cardiac arrest at Frome Sport & Fitness. The centre is operated by Fusion Lifestyle, of which
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Three secondary schools will get larger dining rooms under £2.6m investment
THREE Somerset secondary schools will soon benefit from larger dining rooms under a £2.6m investment from Somerset Council. The council’s capital programme – which was approved at its budget setting meeting in February – included the provision
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Boat owners ‘held to ransom’ by Somerset Council fees at Minehead Harbour
BOAT owners are being held "to ransom" by Somerset Council over "unjustifiable" charges, claims Minehead MP Ian Liddell-Grainger. Amateur sailors with boats moored in Minehead’s council-owned harbour have been asked to pay £200 each year for a
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'I love all animals': 8-year-old boy to climb Mount Snowdon to help Somerset wildlife
AN eight-year-old boy from Somerset has committed to climbing Mount Snowdon in order to help local wildlife. Charlie, who lives in Glastonbury, will scale the 1,085m peak with his mum on Sunday, June 30. He is raising money for Secret World
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Somerset cider farm hosts Vintage Day with live music
SOMERSET Cider Brandy Company is hosting a Vintage Day, with punters encouraged to wear their best vintage outfits. This special edition of the farm's Cider Bus events will take this Saturday, May 18, from 10am to 5pm at the Pass Vale Farm in Martock
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Taunton businesses using the surplus food app Too Good To Go
Your favourite eateries across Taunton have joined forces with a mobile app in the fight against food waste and hunger. Too Good To Go has claimed that more than 1/3 of food is wasted, and the company is fighting to change that statistic. The
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Travellers' site to be created near popular farm shop with unanimous approval
NEW travellers’ pitches will be created near a popular Somerset farm shop following a decision by local councillors. The Jackman-Hughes family applied to create four new travellers’ pitches (including at least two day rooms) on a paddock behind
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21-mile diversion route in place for works to 152-metre stretch of road in Somerset
A 21-MILE diversion route has been put in place for imminent roadworks set to take place on a crucial A-Road in Somerset for almost three weeks. The A39 Glastonbury Road, which links Wells to Glastonbury from the Strawberry Way roundabout, will
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Holnicote Point to Point event is a sunny success for horse racing fans
Following a rare and beautiful display from the Aurora Borealis overnight across Exmoor, the picturesque course at Holnicote seemed determined to continue this theme, writes Kirsty Boutflower. Bathed in glorious sunshine, punters and families and
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King chats with Wellington couples at Buckingham Palace Garden Party
THREE couples from the Wellington area chatted with the King on Wednesday while attending a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. Clinton Rogers attended in his role as a Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Somerset. Jeanette Bird and Gemma Basson were
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Police appeal after man punched in Taunton assault
A MAN has been punched in an assault in Taunton. Police said the assault took place on Saturday afternoon on East Reach. The force said CCTV enquiries are taking place and are asking any witnesses to come forward. A spokesperson for Avon
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Kent up next for Somerset in the Vitality County Championships
Somerset welcome Kent to Taunton on Friday for the latest round of the Vitality County Championship and a chance to build on the excellent three-wicket win over Essex at the start of May. From their opening five games, Somerset remain unbeaten,
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Councils work together to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day landings
TAUNTON Town Council is delighted to partner with West Monkton and Cheddon Fitzpaine Parish Councils to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, honouring the brave men and women who fought for our nation’s freedom on the beaches of
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Dashcam footage: Woman claims 'driver assist' technology caused crash in Somerset
A MUM of four who was convicted of a driving offence after a three-vehicle crash in Shepton Mallet says she only ploughed into oncoming traffic when her driver assist technology "took over" the wheel. Diane Bryan, 58, got a brand new Toyota RAV4
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Sports talent development programme fronted by Olympians
Up-and-coming athletes in Somerset can benefit from a coveted sports talent development programme. Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions scheme has assisted more than 5,000 athletes in its eight years. It provides them complimentary use of over
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New private GP service at Taunton's Musgrove Park Hospital due to surge in demand
A NEW private GP service is being launched at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton to 'complement the existing NHS GP service'. Parkside, the private wing of Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, is now offering a private GP service following the success
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Cryptocurrency and tax: The new frontier in the UK
Cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more individuals and businesses investing in and using digital currencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, among others. However, it's important to consider the tax implications of this
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Woodsies line-up and headliners confirmed for Glastonbury Festival
Woodsies has revealed its main stage acts for Glastonbury Festival 2024. The line-up includes Jamie xx, James Blake, Sleaford Mods, Arlo Parks, The Vaccines, and 2024's Emerging Talent Competition winner JayaHadADream. Established in 2023,
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Catcott private gardens to open to visitors for special event
Catcott village will open over 15 private gardens for a special event this summer. The Catcott Village Open Gardens event takes place on June 23, from 12.30pm to 6pm. Located on the Polden Hills of Somerset, the village boasts stunning views
