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Taunton mother says home-schooled children 'neglected by Somerset Council'
A MOTHER homeschooling her child while waiting for a place at an oversubscribed Taunton school claims Somerset Council is "neglecting homeschooled children". Inga Marcinkoniene, from Taunton, said she's had "zero support" from the education services
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Trevor Griffin named Somerset Women head coach
Somerset County Cricket Club has announced Trevor Griffin as the Head Coach of Somerset Women. Trevor, who has signed an initial two-year deal, was previously Head Coach of Western Storm. He held that role from 2017 until 2019 and under his
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All the NHS sites in Somerset which are 'not fit for purpose'
Nearly 30 NHS sites in Somerset will have be significantly upgraded or replaced in the coming years since they are “not fit for purpose”. The NHS Somerset integrated care board (ICB) has published its infrastructure strategy, identifying which
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'So few Brits embrace benefits of investing'
Why is it so few Brits embrace the benefits of personal investing? Investing in stocks and shares is something that less than one-quarter (23%) of UK citizens do, whereas the equivalent for US citizens is two-thirds (63%). These are the findings
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Somerset motorist was first in Britain to be breathalysed 57 years ago this week
THIS week in 1967, the first breathalyser test in Britain was administered to a motorist in Somerset. Breathalyser tests were introduced by transport minister Barbara Castle after the first drink-drive limit law was passed in May 1967. The devices
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I compared BLT supermarket sandwiches and one stood out for meal deal glory
The meal deal has very much ingrained itself into the British cultural zeitgeist, and with that comes a huge range of options for sandwiches that people can pick from. Certain choices are more popular than others, and one you are almost guaranteed
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Are electric toothbrushes better than normal toothbrushes? Dentist reveals all
In recent years, the electric toothbrush has soared in popularity among people who believe its pros far outweigh those of a manual toothbrush. But is that true? If you've ever been to the dentist (we pray that you have), you'll know they tell
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A beautiful period farmhouse of immense charm on a 1.3-acre plot in Trull
This beautiful period farmhouse of immense character and charm occupies a 1.3-acre plot in Kibbear, a small hamlet of houses situated off a quiet village lane on the outskirts of the popular village of Trull, just two miles from the centre of Taunton
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Dobbies Garden Centre Santa's grotto back with a 'brand-new look'
DOBBIES Garden Centres in Shepton Mallet is unveiling a "magical line up" of festive experiences this Christmas, including Santa's Grotto which is "back with a brand-new look". Santa will take residency at the new Little Seedlings train-themed
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The beauty of autumn in Somerset
The members of the Somerset Camera Club have captured the beauty of autumn in our county this week. Their weekly challenge was set as autumn views in Somerset, and they have certainly captured what the season looks like in Somerset. Among
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See how the M5 ranks in driver survey about best motorways in the UK
A NEW driver survey by Transport Focus, has ranked the M5 motorway as the 4th best in the UK to travel on. This year's top motorway was the M40, last year’s top motorway was the M5, which fell from 82 per cent to 77 per cent this year, putting
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Green Focus Column: ‘You can’t beat a liveable climate for our grandchildren’
HOW did you celebrate National Grandparents’ Day? So, you missed it (October 6)? Never mind, it’s never too late. The day was introduced some years ago, as a way of reminding the younger generation not to forget their elders, especially as many
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‘To tip or not to tip?’ – when should you pay the extra in restaurants?
TO tip or not to tip. It’s an embarrassing moment at the end of a meal in a restaurant or pub. “Was everything OK, sir?” asks the waiter handing you the card machine. “Perfect, thank you,” you lie as you slip your card into the machine
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Taunton clog dancers support two local charities
The Sweet Coppin Clog Dancers made donations to two local charities at their presentation evening. The Taunton-based dancers gave £310.55 to the Beacon Centre and £1,277 to St Margaret's Hospice. Funds were raised during their dance season
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How Taunton man Pat Hawkins battled adversity to create town's motor museum
IF you’re still not out of the woods after knocking on death’s door, would you start planning a venture costing a seven-figure sum? Probably not - but then, you’re not Pat Hawkins. Pat, a veteran of five decades in the motoring industry, battled
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October half-term activities on offer at Fleet Air Arm Museum
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is offering a host of activities this October half-term and beyond. From October 28 to November 1, the museum will be hosting the Science Tricks and Treats event, where visitors can engage in science demonstrations and
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Community groups awarded £140k to make neighbourhoods safer
The Commissioner’s Crime Prevention Fund has awarded over £140,000 to charity groups to make communities safer. Grants were given to 18 projects across Somerset, North Somerset, BANES, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire over the summer. The
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Inclusivity celebrated at the Somerset Disability Ball
Inclusivity was celebrated at the fifth Annual Somerset Disability Ball. The event was hosted at Oake Manor Golf Club, near Taunton, on October 2. Sponsored by Green Days Day Care, it draws attendees from across Somerset. This year’s ball
