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Lando Norris’ lap guide to world-famous Silverstone ahead of British Grand Prix
Built on the site of a World War II Royal Air Force bomber station, Silverstone is among the most famous renowned on the Formula One calendar, writes Philip Duncan. Here, British driver Lando Norris takes the PA news agency on a lap of the world-famous
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Dermot O'Leary stops at Wells bakery for a snack
STAFF at Flapjackery’s shop in Wells were "astonished" when TV and Radio presenter Dermot O'Leary dropped by for a sweet treat. The star was travelling home from Glastonbury Festival and "couldn't resist the temptation" of Flapjackery's tasty treats
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General election 2024: Conservative wipe-out projected in Somerset
THE Conservative Party could be wiped out in Somerset at the general election, with one poll predicting that the Liberal Democrats or Labour will win each of the seven new seats across the county. Somerset residents will be casting their votes
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Top five places to pick up an iced coffee in Somerset
ICED coffees are one of the trendiest drinks on the market, and here's where to go in Somerset to enjoy a perfect iced coffee moment this summer. Whether you choose to take yours with oat milk, caramel syrup or simply just coffee on the rocks,
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Cat scratching your furniture? This is how you can stop it without hurting them
RESEARCH has suggested that providing cats with safe hiding places and plenty of play opportunities can help reduce their stress and save frustrated owners’ furniture from being scratched. Scientists have pinpointed strategies that could save cushions
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Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction
A rare 1p coin is expected to sell at auction for more than £200,000 as Brits have been warned to be aware of the value of their coins. Coin collecting is a hugely popular hobby, and if you are lucky enough to come into ownership of a sought-after
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Aldi launches sports bursary with Team GB to help support local sports club
Supermarket giant Aldi has launched a special sports bursary scheme to help the "underfunded and unsupported" sports clubs in the UK. The scheme comes as recent research revealed that 31% of Brits are part of a local sports club or team, but over
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Boris Johnson called 'deranged idiot' as he makes first election appearance
Boris Johnson made his first appearance as part of the 2024 General Election campaign, with one political commentator calling him a "deranged idiot". The former Prime Minister made a surprise appearance at a Conservative Party rally in Chelsea
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Police issue notice to leave to encampment after ‘disruption’ and ‘trespassing’
POLICE have issued a notice to leave to an unauthorised encampment at a school in Taunton. Officers worked with Somerset Council after reports of “significant disruption and trespassing” and the group left Pyrland School earlier this afternoon.
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Taunton School says goodbye to 'much loved' teacher retiring after 30 years
TAUNTON School has said goodbye to one of its "most loved" teachers who has retired after 30 years. Mark ‘Chatts’ Chatterton joined the school in 1990, teaching in the history department. He then became head of history and head of Oxbridge.
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Taunton cyclist completes 300-mile charity challenge
A TAUNTON cyclist has completed a cycling challenge of his lifetime while raising over £2,000 for a charity. Stuart Hooper cycled more than 490 KM (300 miles) over four days from the Tower of London to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, in a bid to raise
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Taunton RFC announce four more retained players ahead of 2024/25
Taunton RFC have announced this that they will be retaining a number of key players ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season. The first to pledge his commitment to the Taunton club for the upcoming campaign was Charlie Williams, who made the announcement
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Taunton Town FC reach Somerset Premier Cup Final after Larkhall withdraw
Taunton Town FC have made it to the Final of the Somerset Premier Cup that was held over from last season. The development comes after Larkhall Athletic, the Batch based side that were meant to play in next month’s Semi-Final against Taunton, have
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Lando Norris’ lap guide to the world-famous Silverstone ahead of British Grand Prix
Built on the site of a World War II Royal Air Force bomber station, Silverstone is among the most famous renowned on the Formula One calendar. Here, British driver and Glastonbury born Lando Norris takes the PA news agency on a lap of the world-famous
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Somerset young farmers celebrate successes at SWA competitions day
SOMERSET young farmers are celebrating successes after taking part in a South West Area competitions day on June 23. Members of Cornwall YFC, Devon YFC, Wiltshire YFC, Dorset YFC and Somerset YFC headed to Lackham College in Wiltshire to take
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Somerset batting coach Shane Burger reacts to Warwickshire's 409 run lead
Somerset County Cricket Club took on Warwickshire at Taunton in the third day of their Vitality County Championship Division One match yesterday. Somerset started the morning needing 55 runs to avoid the prospect of following on having finished
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Taunton's new luxury laser hair removal clinic to open
A NEW luxury laser clinic is set to open in Taunton to meet demand for the hair removal treatment. Kim Price, born and bred in Taunton, will open Be. Laser & Skin Clinic at 1 The Crescent this week for a "soft launch" after the business outgrew
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76 golfers compete in Taunton and Pickeridge's Mixed Team Open
Taunton and Pickeridge held their Mixed Team Open on Sunday which attracted 76 golfers from Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and all corners of Somerset. Teams comprised of two men and two ladies, with the Betterball men’s score added
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Warwickshire stretch lead over Somerset to 409 runs overnight
Warwickshire 412 & 281-8 lead Somerset 284 by 409 runs Half-centuries from Rob Yates, Alex Davies and Jacob Bethell strengthened Warwickshire’s grip on the third day of the Vitality County Championship Division One match with Somerset at Taunton
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Stand-out performances as Somerset’s under 18s taste success
THE Somerset Pathway Under 18 teams have featured some stand-out performances, the pick of which were from Ben Church who made 163 and Lola Harris who claimed for six wickets for 12 runs. The Girls Under 18 played Wiltshire in Group 5 of the ECB
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Do speed cameras have to be visible? Lawyers on when you can challenge the fine
A LAWYER has explained whether speed cameras in the UK have to be visible and also the circumstances surrounding challenging fines. Ever since the first speed camera was installed in the UK back in 1991, drivers have been trying to trick the system
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Universal Credit warning to thousands as 180,000 have benefits stopped
UK households who receive six legacy benefits due to be replaced by Universal Credit have been issued a warning after thousands had their payments stopped. Figures released by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) revealed more than 180,000
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Much anticipated Taunton Vegan Market returns to Goodland Gardens this weekend
TAUNTON Vegan Market is set to make a welcomed return to Goodland Gardens this weekend. It will be the second event organised by Vegan Fairs to take place at the gardens this year, following on from a successful vegan market in March. The free
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Somerset ecologists ‘highly commended’ in national awards
AN ENVIRONMENTAL consultancy was ‘highly commended’ in a national award. Watchet-based environmental consultancy Geckoella said they were thrilled to attend the CIEEM Awards on Friday (June 28) to receive Highly Commended for the Small Consultancy
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Pensioner's wallet and cash stolen, then used fraudulently after overnight burglary
A PENSIONER from Somerset has had his wallet and money stolen from his home during an overnight burglary. The burglary took place at his home in Frome, in The Butts area, and happened sometime overnight between Sunday, May 12 and the following
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South west growers come out top in 2024 organic awards
GROWERS in Somerset have come out top in the Organic Research Centre (ORC) awards. The winners of the Young Organic Farmer/Grower of the Year (YOFGY) Award 2024 have been revealed, and Adam Beer and Rita Oldenbourg, head growers at Pitney Farm
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I stayed at an ‘exclusive camping experience’ for Glasto – here’s what I thought
“I COULDN’T imagine doing Glastonbury again without this,” I overheard one camper say to his friend as they left their tents, toothbrushes in hand. That was on Friday morning at Holt Farm, a new ‘exclusive camping experience’ located just outside
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Taunton's BIG Sleep Out raises over £4,000 for homeless charity
People set up camp overnight in the freezing cold to help raise valuable funds for Taunton's homeless community. The annual BIG Sleep Out, held on June 15, saw 50 generous individuals take on the challenge in the carpark at Number 7 The Crescent