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Trull rower Becky Wilde qualifies for Team GB with win in Switzerland
Trull rower Becky Wilde has turned a ‘long shot’ into a place at the Olympic Games. The 26-year-old fought to keep her British Rowing funding and battled through shoulder surgery to claim a spot on Team GB at Paris 2024 against the odds.
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Major Watchet development will be too far from local services, transport experts say
A MAJOR development on the Somerset coast will be too far from local services and lead to further congestion, according to transport experts. The Wyndham Estate submitted plans in early-December 2023 to build up to 230 homes, commercial units and
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Taunton care provider's virtual dementia tour bus sheds light on realities
A CARE provider in Taunton recently held a training experience on a Virtual Dementia Tour bus. Home Instead Taunton and South West Somerset hosted the dementia awareness event at their Galmington office on May 13, which was attended by Nick O’Donnell
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I lost a bet, won a parking ticket and got stung at the recycling centre
From a weekend that offered so much promise, I ended up losing a monumental bet in the world’s toughest sporting arena, won myself a highly dubious parking ticket and got stung at the recycling tip…. it was a scandal of epic proportions. I was the
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Man reunited with stolen 44-year-old bike thanks Taunton community
A CYCLING enthusiast has thanked Taunton locals after being quickly reunited with his stolen bicycle — he’s owned the “precious steed” for 44 years. Martin Atton, 77, from Taunton, had his Raleigh Record Ace bicycle stolen from the side of his
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What does an XL Bully look like? See height, head and body characteristics
THE XL Bully is a variant of the wider American Bully breed type and was added to the Dangerous Dog Act in England and Wales in December 2023. In Scotland, XL Bullies will also be illegal from July 31, 2024. But what exactly does an XL Bully
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Taunton Pride makes tickets for this year’s event ‘totally free’
TAUNTON Pride have said they have taken the decision to make tickets for this year’s event free. The group recently announced that Taunton Pride will take place on September 21 in Vivary Park and now also shared their decision to keep the event
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Superb Somerset hold their nerve to secure valuable victory over Kent
Somerset boosted their bid to win the County Championship for the first time in their history when they beat Kent by eight wickets at Taunton on Monday afternoon, writes Richard Walsh. This result keeps the Cidermen well in contention in the blue
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Taunton Town Legends lose by single goal to Manchester United Legends
A solitary strike from substitute Deiniol Graham was enough for a team of Manchester United Legends to defeat Taunton Town Legends in a friendly fixture played at Wordsworth Drive on Sunday. Graham notched 12 minutes from time on a sunny Somerset
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Martin Lewis' urgent alert to holidaymakers to grab easyJet's cheapest flight rates
MARTIN Lewis has urged his followers to snap up easyJet’s cheapest possible flight rates ahead of their summer holidays. Savvy holidaymakers have been encouraged to snap up the best deals early today by the Money Saving Expert. Taking to X,
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These are the nine illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine
GARDENERS have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. With more than 50,000 infestations of Japanese Knotweed recorded across the UK, garden experts are warning homeowners
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Mum's warning as daughter suffers agonising burns in dangerous TikTok challenge
A MUM has issued a warning to parents across the UK after her daughter attempted a TikTok challenge that could have left her scarred for life. Emma-Louise Owen is warning other parents about the dangers of the 'tanghulu challenge', as it turned
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Four Olympic Gold Medallists to speak at Taunton fundraiser
FOUR of Great Britain's Olympic Gold Medalists are speaking as guests at Taunton School's Olympic-themed BTEC fundraising event on Friday. The GB Men's 4x100m Relay team, Jason Gardener MBE, Darren Campbell MBE, Mark Lewis-Francis MBE, and Marlon
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Three people injured after multi-vehicle collision on M5
THREE people have received treatment for minor injuries after a multi-vehicle collision that took place this morning (May 21) between Bridgwater and Taunton. Police were called to reports of the collision on the southbound carriageway on the M5
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Taunton’s Maliha & Taj celebrate 5-star Food Hygiene Rating
TAUNTON'S Maliha & Taj Bengali & Indian Restaurant is known for its reliably great curry, “friendly atmosphere”, and quick service. It also proudly holds a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating. With hundreds of positive reviews on Google, Maliha & Taj lives
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Taunton drivers warned of delays ahead of 'busiest late May bank holiday' since Covid
DRIVERS in Somerset are being warned over congestion ahead of what is expected to be the busiest late May bank holiday weekend on the roads since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, PA reports. Delays are anticipated to reach an hour on a 45
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Beauty and wellbeing brand opens store in Clarks Village
BEAUTY & wellbeing brand Rituals will be opening a new store in Clarks Village. Rituals Cosmetic will officially open a branch later this week (Thursday, May 23). Nestled in Street, in the heart of Somerset and a short distance from Glastonbury
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Farm support group representatives attend Buckingham Palace Garden Party
TWO people from Exmoor attended the Buckingham Palace Garden Party earlier this month. Representatives from the Exmoor Hill Farming Network (EHFN) were invited to the first royal garden party of the year. Katherine Williams, EHFN network manager
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Half-term family fun at this year's Royal Bath & West Show
With half-term approaching, the Royal Bath & West Show returns between May 30-June 1 with plenty for all the family. Children can keep their attention by attending the Discover the Future STEM zone, full of activities and displays to inspire the
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Mum of two realises New Year's resolution with debut book
A local mum has fulfilled a New Year's resolution in publishing her first book. It all began on New Year's Eve 2019 when Kimberley Hanks promised to write a book and potentially publish one. Life swiftly threw two beautiful distractions, girls
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Coaching scheme for Pathway players in state schools 'going well'
Somerset Cricket Club's initiative to increase the amount of coaching available to Pathway players who attend state schools has been hailed a great success. Matt Drakeley, the head of talent Pathway at Somerset Cricket Club, has been deeply involved
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Wellington AFC unveils new multi-year kit deal and club shop
Wellington AFC and VX3 have announced a four-year kit partnership and the launch of a new online club shop. This collaboration includes Wellington AFC's senior and youth teams. VX3’s head of football sales, Lee Dorsett said: "We are excited
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Somerscience panel sheds light on STEM careers in the South West
The Somerscience festival hosted a panel discussion on the importance of generating long-term career opportunities to nurture prosperity across the South West. It was part of a community-led initiative that offers a family day centred around science
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Somerset residents attend free talk on safe wild swimming practices
Somerset residents have attended a free talk about wild swimming safety. On May 11, residents gathered in sun-drenched French Weir Park to hear Juliette Dickinson advise on how to safely enjoy wild swimming. Ms Dickinson stressed important
