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RECAP: Reports of debris and a spillage following collision on Somerset A-road

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Andy Umeed reviving his career in superb style with Somerset CCC

Somerset batter Andy Umeed has come a very long way from the time he started out on his cricketing journey playing for his native Scotland back in 2015 at the age of 19, writes Richard Walsh. The right-handed batter moved south to join Warwickshire

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Tennis prodigy from Somerset is flourishing in Florida

Somerset tennis star Annabelle Davis is flourishing at the University of North Florida, combining her talent on the courts with a degree in health sciences. Davis, 22, is a former student at Millfield School and was awarded the prestigious Dorothy

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'Absolutely no plans' to close Somerset bus station, council vows

SOMERSET Council has confirmed that the future of Yeovil Bus Station is secure. The council is currently involved in commercial discussions with the station's owner with the view of buying the site and keeping it as a key transport hub. Once

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Taunton School Appoints New Head of Sixth Form 

TAUNTON School has appointed Jennifer Taylor as its new Head of Sixth Form. Jennifer has worked at the Taunton School in the Science Department for two years and will become head of Sixth Form from September 2024. In her new role as Head of

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Rebecca Pow welcomes ‘positive economic news’

SOME really positive economic news this week with growth at 0.6 per cent in the last quarter. After a very difficult few years with the pandemic and the energy shock, these figures are proof that the economy has turned a corner and since 2010 the

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Jack ends his 164 Challenge in style at Taunton Town’s Legends match on Sunday

Jack Scadden plans to complete his 164 Stadium Challenge in aid of Children’s Hospice  South West at Taunton Town FC on Sunday afternoon to coincide with the TTFC Legends v Manchester United Legends match that kicks off at 2pm, writes Richard Walsh

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Exmoor Search and Rescue Team win international games in Norway

EXMOOR Search and Rescue Team have once again proved their world-class rescue skills at an international contest in Norway, winning first and second place. The search and rescue crew, who provide search and rescue capabilities in support of the

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Glastonbury Festival reveals headliners for new-look The Park area

GLASTONBURY Festival has revealed the line-up for its famous Park area. The site, which sits at the southern edge of Worthy Farm and includes the popular Ribbon Tower, has one of the festival's main stages. This year, it will be headlined by

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Burglary rates in Somerset rise 11% in one year

SOMERSET has seen an 11% rise in burglaries over the past year, a UK-wide report reveals. A total of 1,653 burglaries took place in Somerset in 2023, that’s up 11% from the year prior. With Somerset’s population of 975,782, that translates to a

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Mark Goodridge wins Stableford competition at Taunton with impressive 40 points

MARK Goodridge was the winner in the top division of Sunday’s Stableford competition at Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club with an impressive 40 points, three clear of his nearest challenger Tony Reed with 37. Third place was claimed by Josh Hinds

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Flash sale: subscribe to the County Gazette just £3 for three months

READERS who want to subscribe to the County Gazette can enjoy an exclusive offer of £3 for three months, or over 30 per cent off an annual subscription, during our limited-time promotion.  A digital subscription is the best way to read the Gazette

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Rally to protest closure of Yeovil Bus Station toilets and waiting room

A RALLY is being held by Somerset Bus Partnership to protest the planned closure of key passenger services, including the public toilets, at Yeovil Bus Station.  Somerset Bus Partnership will be protesting the planned closure of the Yeovil Bus

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Somerset theatre issues casting call for young performers to star in Pinocchio

YOUNG performers could be in with a chance of appearing on stage in the "charming" family production of Pinocchio at Taunton Brewhouse. Performers aged 9-17 years are urged to apply to be part of the Youth Ensemble, with applications closing on

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Two-vehicle collision closes busy A-Road for hours and sees one sent to hospital

A BUSY A-Road was closed for almost three hours this morning (Wednesday, May 15), as two vehicles collided. The A361 Frome Road was closed in both directions from around 7:15am in the village of Rode, after a collision occurred and blocked the

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Somerset locals encouraged to sign up to 'much-loved' family-friendly Colour Run

FAMILIES from across Somerset are urged to take part in this year's  St Margaret’s Colour Run. The event, which will raise vital funds for the hospice, will take place from 10am on Saturday, May 18 at Taunton Racecourse. If you haven't signed

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Wagamama reveals opening date of new Somerset restaurant

WAGAMAMA has revealed the opening date for its brand new restaurant at Clarks Village Shopping Centre that will create 60 jobs. From Monday, July 22, the new Clarks Village restaurant will serve up classic guest favourites, amongst them the chicken

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One-way system to last for two months on key road to major roundabout in Somerset

A KEY road leading to a major roundabout in Somerset is set to be made one-way for over two months to facilitate gas works. West Coker Road in Cheddar will be closed from Monday, May 13, until Monday, May 27 - traffic lights will also be in place

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Busy road through Somerset town to close for over three weeks for gas pipe upgrades

A BUSY road through a town in Somerset is set to close for over three weeks for gas works. Union Street, in Cheddar, will be closed to vehicles from Monday, May 20, until Friday, June 14. Wales & West Utilities Ltd will be carrying out work

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Former Taunton Town striker re-joins as assistant manager

FORMER Taunton Town striker Steve Murray has returned to Wordsworth Drive to join new manager Richard Luffman's backroom team as his assistant. Murray is a familiar face for Peacocks fans, having joined the club in 2013 under the leadership of

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Former Taunton chapel could become mosque as change-of-use plans submitted

A BUILDING formerly used as an auction house and chapel in Taunton could be converted into a new mosque. Taunton Mosque and Islamic Centre has submitted a planning application seeking Somerset Council's permission to convert the Octagon Chapel

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Somerset outdoor adventure company 'thrilled' to receive recognition

A OUTDOOR activity company based in Taunton and Minehead has been recognised for its tireless work in providing thrilling but safe adventures. Channel Adventure encourages locals to get outdoors and enjoy new experiences on their doorstep, whether

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Council's redundancies scheme could save the authority more than £8 million a year

COUNCILLORS are being recommended to approve 49 redundancies next week as the first part of a programme to save Somerset Council more than £40m a year. Somerset Council is one of many local authorities nationally facing a financial emergency due

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‘I am honoured and privileged’: Cllr Vanessa Garside elected Mayor of Taunton

THE new Mayor of Taunton has said she was “honoured and privileged” to be elected at a ceremony held at the Minster. Councillor Vanessa Garside, elected after being proposed by the former Mayor, Councillor Nick O’Donnell, said it is “a big responsibility

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Weekend of mixed results for Taunton St Andrews cricket teams

Taunton St Andrews senior teams enjoyed mixed results on the weekend. In WEPL Premier One, the First XI were at home to Bishopston, who after deciding to bat first posted a score of 270 for six from their 50 overs. For the home team First XI

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Taunton Deane still without a win after Congresbury away defeat

Taunton Deane failed in their search for a first win of the WEPL Premier Two season following a trip to Congresbury. Despite a strong 155 from Harry Smith and contributions from Ali Hamid and Nick Pepper, their final total of 253 was insufficient

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2014, the year a much-loved Somerset theatre reopened its doors

IN April 2014, audiences flocked to a much-loved Taunton theatre venue when it reopened its doors. The Brewhouse Theatre, which closed in February 2013, reopened the year after under the Taunton Theatre Association. Speaking one month in, Val

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Women's international cricket returns to Taunton this May

Women’s International Cricket returns to the Cooper Associates County Ground on Sunday, May 26 when England play against Pakistan in a 50 over One Day International starting at 11am. The match is the second in the three match series, the first

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Taunton mother and son make their Somerset rugby debuts – in the same weekend

TAUNTON Rugby Club have celebrated a first as a mother and son both made their debuts for Somerset – in the same weekend. Fiona Mossman was called up to represent her county against Hertfordshire in Taunton, and her son Jarryd played for the under

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Western Storm star backs Sophia Dunkley to reclaim England spot

Heather Knights has called for Sophia Dunkley to build her confidence on the domestic stage after being dropped for England's series against Pakistan. Dunkley, the opener, was not selected for the T20I or ODI squads of the series, which commenced