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FORZA report finds 70% of England's grassroots football club's lack proper funding

A report from football retailer FORZA has found that 70% of England and Wales’s grassroots football club’s lack sufficient funding to run properly, despite participation numbers across the country increasing by over two thirds. FORZA’s 2024 Grassroots

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RECAP: Drivers face hour-long delays on the M5 as holidaymakers head south

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Law firm welcomes agricultural lawyer and former tenant farmer to the team

A LAW firm has recently appointed an agricultural lawyer and former tenant farmer.  Mogers Drewett, a south west legal and financial planning firm, has welcomed Tracy Neal to the team. Tracy, who has joined the team as a partner from Battens

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DWP warning to thousands missing out on £3,900 boost - are you eligible?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is encouraging everyone to check if they may be eligible for cost of living support worth nearly £4,000 a year. The DWP is urging people to check their eligibility for Pension Credit. Pension Credit

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Kellogg's, Aldi and Tesco say 'do not eat' as unsafe to eat products recalled

Supermarket giants Aldi and Tesco have issued "do not eat" warnings on products sold in their stores, while Kellogg's have recalled one of their newest cereals. Food recalls have been issued for a variety of reasons, including potential glass in

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Warning to dog owners walking pets near lakes and rivers over toxic threat

Dog owners have been warned to keep their pets on leads around lakes and rivers due to a potentially fatal algae. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued its annual warning to owners, asking them to take extra precautions when walking

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Which supermarket sells the best £5 bottle of white wine? I happily found out

DURING a cycling trip last summer, I had a white wine experience that will never leave me. After passing Venice and making our way towards the Slovenian border, the Italian landscape slowly shifted from majestic Renaissance buildings to eventually

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I tried the winning items from Aldi's Next Big Thing and it was an eclectic mix

ALDI is a supermarket known for their low prices, but it also has a wide variety of wonderful products that you might not be aware of. Many smaller food and drink producers would love to get their products onto the supermarket's shelves, and some

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Sara’s Kitchen in Trull awarded 5-star hygiene rating

SARA'S Kitchen is a hidden gem in Trull, Taunton, with a delicious range of homemade treats baked fresh by the team at the shop. The deli’s offering includes legendary Scotch eggs, sausage rolls, sandwiches, pastries, cakes, and more. Sara

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Taunton’s Ring of Bells scores 5-star Food Hygiene Rating

TAUNTON'S Ring of Bells is a must-visit traditional pub, with all the charm of a country pub and the convenience of a town-centre location. Ring of Bells, on St James Street, delivers consistently top-notch English cuisine made fresh to order using

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Arrest made after reports of ‘man carrying a knife’ in Taunton town centre

A 25-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place in Taunton town centre. Avon and Somerset Police said officers attended reports of a man carrying a knife on Station Road at around 4.35pm yesterday

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A contemporary detached property on the lower slopes of North Hill in Minehead

This contemporary detached property occupies a position on the lower slopes of North Hill in Minehead and benefits from striking views of the surrounding countryside. The modern two-bedroom dwelling comes with many eco-friendly creature comforts

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Taunton church organ returned to 'former glory' with £100k of donations

A TAUNTON church with an organ in need of a £75,000 repair and restoration turned to the community for help raising funds in May 2010, and their plea was answered. Holy Trinity Church’s rare original Victorian pipe organ, built by renowned organ

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Are Taunton locals happier than they were ten years ago?

A NEW survey has revealed that 77% of people living in Taunton and Wellington in 2024 rate their life satisfaction at a five or more on a scale of one to ten — 27% rated their satisfaction at eight or above. The survey of 10,000 people, conducted

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General Election 2024: The state of play in every Somerset constituency

AS the United Kingdom is set to head to the polls on July 4 for the general election, here is the scene in each of Somerset's constituencies. Pollsters have been predicting that many seats in Somerset could change hands. Whatever happens at the

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Abbey Freeborn half century helps Central Sparks beat Western Storm

Abbey Freeborn's half century propelled Central Sparks to a 21-run Charlotte Edwards Cup victory over Western Storm. The opening batswoman dominated with a 40-ball 68 at the Cooper Associates Ground in Taunton. This followed partnerships of

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Baltonsborough main road to close this bank holiday for roadworks

A ROAD in Baltonsborough is set to close this May bank holiday in order to undergo essential roadworks. Martin Street will be out of bounds for all traffic from the intersection with Lubborn Lane, heading northwest, for a span of 127 metres.

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Lashings World XI to play at Wembdon and Taunton School this summer

When the Lashings World XI head west to play two games locally over the next few weeks, they will be wearing kit supplied and sponsored by bespoke batmakers Millichamp and Hall. It comes after the partnership between the two major players in the

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Former chief reporter Phil Hill launches his weekly County Gazette column

THEY say you’re a long time retired. I certainly hope so. In early April, I scribbled my last shorthand note while interviewing a local councillor, bashed out my ultimate report and logged off for the final time. I was ready to embark on my

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Nynehead Court welcomes increase in visitor numbers

Visitor numbers at Nynehead Court Estate are on the rise thanks to pleasant weather improvements. Locals have been gracing the grounds more frequently and key visits, such as that by the former Chair of Wellington in Bloom, have also been noted

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Exploring Somerset connections ahead of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

AS the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2024, it is a time to reflect on the profound impact of this historic event and recognize the contributions of Somerset people who played a crucial yet often overlooked role in the