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Major repair programme to soon start on Somerset’s road network
A MAJOR programme of road repairs across Somerset’s network is due to start this month. Somerset Council and new partner Kiely Bros are launching the scheme after the latter, a road surface treatment specialist, was awarded a four-year contract
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Vital green wedge in Wellington will be extended with new nature reserve
A VITAL green wedge in Wellington will soon be extended through the creation of a new nature reserve. The town is currently separated from the neighbouring village of Rockwell Green through a series of green fields and public open spaces, running
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North Petherton head coach reflects on ‘another thrilling season of rugby’
NORTH Petherton head coach Dean Lloyd-Christie reflects on the 2023/24 season – and looks ahead to the new campaign getting under way. Another thrilling season of rugby has come to a close. Over the last three seasons, both the Oaks and Acorns
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Free chocolate draws crowds at Lindt store opening in Clarks Village
CROWDS gathered for the opening of Lindt’s new bigger and better store in Clarks Village on Thursday morning. A queue of around 50 people gathered outside the store’s new premises at 10am to get their hands on a goody bag of free Lindt chocolate
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‘Scattered thunderstorms’ warning for Somerset and South West
SCATTERED thunderstorms are likely to develop across the South West, the Met Office said. A yellow warning for thunderstorms is in place today (Thursday, May 16) until 8pm. The latest forecast read: “Some heavy showers and thunderstorms are
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Council confirms intention to buy Glovers Walk to protect Yeovil bus station
SOMERSET Council has confirmed its intent to purchase the Glovers Walk shopping centre – and has promised to protect Yeovil bus station in the years ahead. The council has been making improvements to Yeovil town centre under its Yeovil Refresh
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BBC newsreader reveals ‘astonishment’ as he joins the line-up for Glastonbury
BBC newsreader Ros Atkins – best known for his ‘explainer-in-chief’ videos – will perform at this year's Glastonbury Festival. Mr Atkins, who describes himself as an “occasional DJ” on his X account, will take to the Stonebridge stage on Saturday
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Potholes on Taunton road repaired with ‘new technology’
POTHOLES on a road in the Priorswood area of Taunton are being repaired with a “new technology” that will bring “a more suitable standard”. The Somerset Council team has been working on Bossington Drive since yesterday (Wednesday, May 15) to repair
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Historic Somerset woodland saved as quarrying plans are partially withdrawn
ENVIRONMENTAL campaigners in Somerset have secured the future of an historic woodland after plans to reopen a nearby quarry were partially withdrawn. Hanson UK (now Heidelberg Materials) put forward four sets of plans back in 2021 to reopen Westdown
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Taunton patient describes importance of mental health programme
A TAUNTON patient has explained how a programme at a specialist mental health hospital helped him with his family life and work. Michael was CEO of a national charity when he was admitted to a specialist Mental Health hospital, Cygnet Hospital
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Motorist taken to minor injuries unit following three-vehicle collision in Somerset
A MOTORIST has been taken to hospital following a three-vehicle collision involving a lorry and two cars on the A36 Beckington Bypass yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, May 15). Police, the ambulance service and National Highways were called to the
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Women in Dairy group visit water buffalo farm in Somerset
A WOMEN in Dairy group took a visit to see some water buffalo earlier this month. Somerset Women in Dairy headed to West Country Water Buffalo in Chilthorne Domer on Wednesday, May 8. They took part in a farm walk and learnt all about the
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Ilminster's Lachlan Rice shines in debut defeat for Somerset Seconds
Ilminster's Lachlan Rice made an impressive debut for Somerset Seconds in their defeat to Essex in the Second XI Championship. Despite a valiant performance, the visitors who emerged victorious, winning by a margin of seven runs. Rice, a member
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Bridgwater & Taunton College student graduates from law programme
A Bridgwater & Taunton College student has graduated from the pioneering Pathways to Law programme It provides young people the means to develop aspirations and confidence, helping them carve a niche in the competitive legal professions. Undertaken
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Student teams distinguish themselves in annual Exmoor event
Court Fields School achieved its best ever results in the 2024 Exmoor Challenge. The arduous event, held annually by the Rotary Club of Exmoor, covers close to 17 miles through fluctuating Exmoor terrain. Participants must successfully steer
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Elvis Presley charity dance fundraiser returning to Wellington
An Elvis Presley themed charity dance night returns to Wellington this summer. It follows last year's successful event which raised £1,750 for Stand Up to Cancer/Cancer Research UK. Another Night of Elvis will take place at Wellington Football
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Hydro Harriers deliver impressive performances in weekend's races
The Hydro Harriers were in action last weekend. On Saturday, Brian Pearson competed in Parkrun at Longrun Meadow, finishing 76th out of 354 with a time of 23.52. While his clubmate, Paul Millar, took on the strenuous Albion Running Westcountry
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Mixed fortunes for The Pistols and The Muskets in weekend action
It was mixed fortunes for both Taunton Baseball Club sides as they were back on the diamond last weekend. The Muskets split their double-header with the Weston Jets, losing 17-15 before winning the second game 5-4. While the Pistols suffered
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Taunton Deane's two U15s sides square off in inter-club match
Taunton Deane’s two Under 15 sides, the Tigers and the Dynamos, played an inter-club match. After being put into bat, Tigers openers Stephens and Jerrett scored 25 from the first five overs before Stephens was out. Jerrett stayed and helped
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New café run by 'excited' father-and-daughter team opens at museum
A SOMERSET museum has welcomed a father-and-daughter team to run a café on their site. The Grain Store Café, located within the Somerset Rural Life Museum, is now run by John and Charley Higdon. The pair are known locally for running the well-established
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Free family fun day coming to Somerton's Charltons Community Field
A family-friendly Party in the Park event is coming to Somerton this summer. It will take place at the Charltons Community Field on Saturday, June 8 from 1pm to 4pm. The event celebrates the completion of five year of fundraising efforts to
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Pop Party to wow young audiences at Taunton's Brewhouse Theatre
Pop Party is coming to Taunton's Brewhouse Theatre on August 23. A live concert for children, the event will feature renditions of popular TikTok hit songs. This includes music from prominent artists such as Little Mix, Taylor Swift, Harry
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‘It’s become obvious the County Championship has become a second-rate competition’
SOMERSET are playing host to Kent at the county ground in Taunton tomorrow (Friday), with their hopes remaining high of at least remaining in third spot as they go in search of their first ever County Championship title. That bit of excitement
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Plans to build large new care home in Taunton on empty plot at new development
A LARGE new care home could be built in Taunton under new plans submitted to Somerset Council. LNT Care Developments has applied to build a 66-bedroom care home on land located just off of Cutliffe Road. Parking, access, landscaping and associated
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Group 'over the moon' as River Tone through French Weir Park named bathing site
A COMMUNITY volunteer group based in one of Taunton's most popular parks is delighted to hear it has been listed as a new bathing site. The River Tone in French Weir Park in Taunton recently achieved Designated Bathing Water Status, the government
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Major change coming to Customer Service Points in Somerset
A huge change is coming to Customer Service Points (CSPs) in Frome, Glastonbury, Street and Wells. Somerset Council is set to transform them into Customer Access Points (CAPs) to enhance digital access for residents. Libraries in the local
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Law firm with Taunton office named one of the best places to work by The Sunday Times
Stephens Scown has been named as one of the best places to work in 2024 by The Sunday Times. The law firm was recognised in the nationwide survey, which takes employee welfare, reward schemes and job satisfaction into account. Catherine Mathews
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Guitar star Chantel McGregor to light up The Tree House in Frome
Popular guitarist Chantel McGregor will headline The Tree House in Frome on September 8. Known for her groundbreaking music career, she first made waves by becoming the first student in Leeds College of Music's history to achieve a 100 per cent
