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Can my neighbour hang or attach things to my fence? Check the simple rules
Fences and neighbours can be a tricky subject when it comes to what can and can't be done. Whether knowing who's side of the fence is who's, if a neighbour can paint a fence and what happens if a next-door neighbour leans items against the fence
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Meet the 'yes mum' with no rules for 8-year-old daughter who makes own decisions
A MOTHER who doesn't say no to her eight-year-old daughter says she buys her what she wants unless there’s “good reason” not to and lets her make all her own decisions. ‘Yes mum’ Lorna Simpson, 37, believes children don’t need someone “constantly
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Wellington In Bloom revisits 'giant' 30ft trees planted in millennium
WELLINGTONIAS are famously some of the largest trees on earth, and thanks to Wellington In Bloom twenty of the towering trees are planted on the town's perimeter. Nynehead Court in Wellington is one of the locations where two Wellingtonia saplings
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German Shepherd's tooth saved by Somerset vet after accident in the garden
A German Shepherd who ran into a garden bench in the dark is now champing at the bit thanks to the dentistry skills of a Somerset vet and her team. Six-year-old Diesel’s canine tooth was sticking out of his mouth at an angle, as well as having
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Criminal behaviour order for Somerset shoplifter who pled guilty to 10 offences
A SOMERSET man has been banned from visiting a number of shops after pleading guilty to 10 shoplifting offences. In February and March 2023, Jason White, 48, of Bryant Avenue in Westfield, committed two offences across Westfield and Radstock, followed
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Universal Credit claimants could be due £300 boost - how to claim
MILLIONS of households who receive Universal Credit or Tax Credits could get a £300 boost to their savings. The Help to Save scheme is a government initiative which encourages those on benefits to save money. Under the Help to Save scheme,
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Work begins on ‘game-changing’ walking and cycling route in Taunton
WORK has begun on a "game-changing" green link between Taunton Railway Station and the town’s riverside providing a walking and cycling route. The northern section of Firepool Boulevard will provide a route from the recently revamped station, past
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What medical conditions qualify for a Blue Badge? See who is eligible
Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to their destination. They also mean people can park free of charge at on-street parking meters and in Pay and Display bays or on single or double yellow lines for up to
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Iconic Somerset location named third-best stargazing spot in whole of the UK
A popular outdoor location in Somerset has been named the third-best spot to go stargazing in the whole of the UK. Exmoor Dark Sky Reserve featured in third place on a list of 10 locations from the photography retailer Jessops. Discussing the
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New car park in one of Somerset’s 'key transport hubs' officially opens
A NEW car park has been officially opened at Castle Cary railway station. The car park, which more than doubles the previous capacity, opened yesterday (Thursday, May 16). The facility, which has been funded by GWR and the Department for Transport
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One of the entrances to Musgrove Hospital to be closed temporarily
ONE of the entrances to Musgrove Park Hospital will be temporarily closed. The Wellington Road entrance will close from Friday, May 24 to Monday, May 27 to allow the removal of a tower crane. The closure will also affect vehicle access to the
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New Taunton Caribbean restaurant is a big hit with locals
THE manager of a newly opened Caribbean restaurant in Taunton has thanked locals for giving Islands an “amazing welcome”, saying the reception has been “better than I could have imagined”. Islands, located at 14 Bath Place, has become a favourite
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Burger King says ‘there are no longer plans’ for a branch in Taunton town centre
A POPULAR fast-food chain has ruled out plans to return to Taunton town centre. Burger King was planning to open a restaurant on Fore Street on the premises once occupied by Carphone Warehouse. Back in October 2023, a planning application for
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Car and 'recycling truck' collide in Hamilton Road crash
A car and a lorry, believed to be a recycling truck, have collided on Hamilton Road in Taunton. Police are on the scene with the last vehicle currently being recovered. No injuries have been reported. Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement
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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to all drivers over 70
Motorists over the age of 70 have been warned that they could face fines of £1,000 or see their driving licence lapse if they do not take action. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency has advised older drivers of the different rules they face
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Can my neighbour remove our boundary hedge without my permission?
IT'S that time of year. When the weather picks up and the sun creeps out, people start to care about their gardens again. Now Winter is a distant memory and our hedges and lawns are no longer ignored, you'll hear a trimmer or two. But what
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Lib Dem hit out at MPs voting against 'tough action' on water firms' sewage spills
A LIB DEM politician said it was “shocking” that Conservative MPs in Somerset have voted against a “tough action on polluting water firms”. The Lib Dem pointed out how Conservative MPs, including Rebecca Pow, voted against a new law that would
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Plan to partially demolish 'suffering' hotel and convert to boutique guest house
A HOTEL labelled as 'unsustainable' in Somerset could soon be converted into a new 'boutique guest house'. Sherston House, on Priory Road in Wells, was formerly used as a pub and inn/hotel, but has been 'suffering' in recent years under previous
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Education Secretary says schools sex guidance will not mean ‘silence’ on gender
The Education Secretary has rejected the suggestion that new sex education guidance for schools will create a “big silence” around the conversation on gender, writes PA. The draft guidance, published on Thursday, states that schools should not
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Somerset and Devon win funding for a Future Flight Innovation Zone
Somerset and Devon have won £236,000 in funding to establish a Future Flight Innovation Zone (FFIZ). It will enhance the soaring aerospace sector in the South West, promoting a greener future for aviation. The Future Flight Innovation Zone
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Taunton U14s crowned Somerset County District Schools Champions
TAUNTON U14s put on a superb performance against Yeovil to be crowned Somerset County District Schools Champions. Both teams have fiercely contested this competition for the past two seasons with evenly matched games. Yeovil began strong, opening
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Taunton Town FC welcome new analyst to their backroom staff
TAUNTON Town Football Club have appointed Richard "Ricky" Borodin to their analysis team. He will work with current analysts Jordan Barrow and Adam White to further enhance the club's pursuit of high performances on the pitch. Borodin's experience
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Exhibition celebrating Glastonbury at Heart of The Tribe Gallery
An art exhibition celebrating the rich history and culture of Glastonbury is coming to the Heart of The Tribe Gallery. It will showcase work from a variety of artists, offering an immersive experience symbolising the essence of the town. The
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Ambulances still not arriving at some emergencies quickly enough, data shows
AMBULANCES are still not arriving to some of the most serious 999 emergencies quickly enough in Somerset, according to newly released data. Figures obtained via Freedom of Information requests by the Liberal Democrats show the South Western Ambulance
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Motor racing star Bobby Thompson joins Yeovil's Zeus Cloud Racing
British Tour Car Championship (BTCC) driver Bobby Thompson has joined Yeovil-based Zeus Cloud Racing with WSR.. He will be at the wheel of the BMW 330e M Sport during the 2024 championship, stepping up his quest for the prized BTCC title. Thompson
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Road near Somerset primary school could become one-way to improve pupil safety
A NEW one-way system could be implemented outside a Somerset primary school as part of a set of improvements to make travelling through the village safer. Curry Rivel Primary School lies on Church Street in the centre of the village, just north
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Lando Norris more confident of challenging Red Bull having secured his first win
Somerset driver Lando Norris says his maiden Formula One win has provided him with the platform to challenge Max Verstappen for the world championship, writes Phillip Duncan from PA. Norris ended his losing streak at the 110th attempt in Miami
