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Wellington keep their FA Cup dreams alive after hard-fought win
Depleted Wellington produced an outstanding performance to defeat fellow Western League premier division club Buckland Athletic in the Emirates FA Cup yesterday (Saturday, August 3). Manager Richard Cherry was without a number of players but his
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Somerset Boys Under 18s reach National semi finals
Many of the Somerset Pathway teams have been in action over the last few days in which there have been some impressive individual performances, Rishabh Shimpi topped the batters with 144 for Somerset Boys Under 16s, Charlotte Webber scored 104
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Minehead defeated in final pre-season friendly
Minehead’s final pre-season friendly saw them hosting Wellington Reserves again, meaning that all eight friendlies have been played against equivalent or higher pyramid level sides. While the first half was relatively even it was slightly edged
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Peacock's final pre-season friendly ends all square
A stoppage time equaliser from Reece Hedges salvaged a 1-1 draw for the Peacocks against Bedford Town in their final pre-season friendly on Saturday (August 3). The game proved a good test for Taunton who were making their first appearance of the
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A striking 1930s-period property in a popular part of Minehead
A striking 1930s-period property occupies a spot in a popular part of Minehead and is within easy walking distance of the town centre. The four-bedroom, semi-detached house is presented in excellent decorative order and offers light and airy accommodation
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Top-floor apartment ideal for first-time buyers with no onward chain in Taunton
This lofty top-floor apartment occupies a central location in Taunton, close to County Hall and it is within walking distance of Musgrove Park Hospital and the town centre. The spacious one-bedroom dwelling is well-appointed throughout and benefits
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Housebuilder launches £500 competition for Cheddar community projects
A £500 community chest competition has been launched in Cheddar by housebuilder Taylor Wimpey. The company, currently creating new homes at Oak Park development, is calling for people to nominate local groups, individuals, clubs, or any deserving
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Status Quo co-founder says Taunton bank holiday concert could be band's last
A LEGENDARY rock band expects its Taunton gig in August to be its last ever show. Status Quo, known for hits such as Rockin' All Over The World, will play in Vivary Park on Friday, August 23 as part of the Live in Somerset bank holiday concert
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Firefighters remove car door to rescue woman after collision with lorry
FIREFIGHTERS have rescued a woman from a car after she was involved in a collision with a lorry on the A372 in Somerset. The collision near Aller was reported at 2.14pm on Friday, August 2. Fire crews from Bridgwater, Yeovil and Somerton were
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Rural doctors' surgery finally gets permission to expand after four-year wait
A SOMERSET doctors’ surgery will finally be able to expand – four years after NHS bosses identified the need for new provision in the local area. Langport Surgery (also known as the North Street Surgery) was one of 14 GP surgeries which were singled
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Care home near Taunton celebrates 35 years of serving the community
A CARE home near Taunton has celebrated 35 years of serving the community. Manor Care Home, located in Bishop Hull, often holds events for residents and people who live nearby, but this one held special significance. The care home staff, residents
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Decision on 60 new Yeovil homes delayed over road safety issues
THE fate of dozens of new homes planned for Yeovil’s northern edge remains in the balance after local councillors delayed a decision over road safety fears. Gladman Developments and the Somerset Community Foundation put forward joint plans in December
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Five of the big-name celebrities who have been spotted in Somerset this summer
From BAFTA award winning actors to game show hosts, several celebrities have been spotted enjoying themselves in Somerset this summer. They've been seen at the famous Glastonbury Festival, taking photos with fans and exploring local shops.