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Man appeared in court charged with theft from World of Bears in Taunton
A man has appeared in court charged with theft from World of Bears in Taunton, which happened earlier this month.
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Man accused of killing his four-week-old baby faces trial
The baby boy was taken to hospital from an address in Somerset
M5 delays as police help transport huge wind turbine blades down motorway
Drivers on the M5 are being warned to expect delays today (Thursday, June 11) as police escort convoys are carrying huge wind turbine blades.
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NOSTALGIA: Man picked up by JCB to be walked down the aisle in 1991
Machine operator Shawn Trott was unconventionally dumped at the altar, according to an article in the Somerset County Gazette in 1991.
Revised plans for 47 new homes on western edge of Wells
The Acorn Property Group intends to deliver new homes on the B3139 Elm Close, not far from the neighbouring village of Wookey
Unanimous backing for new town between Bristol and Keynsham
Top politicians have backed plans for the 'zero-carbon' new town at Hicks Gate
Aldi coming to Keynsham despite fear it will ‘grind estate to a halt’
The discounter says the store will bring 40 new jobs
New film shows Somerset is more than just cheddar and cider
A short film, created by Ross Collins, explores the true breadth of Somerset’s food repertoire.
Man seriously injured in late-night Bath attack
Police believe three women can help their investigation
New shop opens in Lisieux Way Taunton - with team excited to join the community
A new shop has opened its doors in Lisieux Way, Taunton, with the team excited to join the community.
Six arrested in Somerset village and stolen vehicles seized
A raid was carried out at a commercial site
Somerset MPs demand more government funding for rural pharmacies
'Our pharmacies in rural areas are expected to do more and more with little extra help'
Adorable video of wren chicks being fed at wildlife centre
Five tiny wren chicks are keeping staff at a Somerset wildlife centre on their toes, with round‑the‑clock feeds every 15 minutes.
100 new homes near M5 to provide £3.2m for local Somerset services
The developer will contribute £1.5m towards additional nursery, primary, secondary and special needs provision
Plans for 35 homes near Somerset Starbucks and Travelodge move to next stage
Locals have concenrs about traffic
Country home with links to the Rees-Mogg family listed for almost £2m
Grade II-listed Georgian rectory for sale in Hinton Blewett, Somerset, linked to the Rees-Mogg family. Eight bedrooms, indoor pool, £1.99m via ByDesign Homes.
Five-bedroom country house with annexe listed in Minehead for £800k
Five-bedroom country house with equestrian facilities, annexe and three acres for sale in Old Cleeve, Minehead. £800,000 via Express Estate Agency.
Four-bedroom converted pub on the market in Taunton for £875,000
Grade II-listed former pub in East Lyng, Taunton, now a four-bedroom home with character features, garden, outbuildings, and holiday let planning - £875,000.
Somerset MP presses Prime Minister over Nottingham attacks inquiry
Somerset MP Gideon Amos urges PM Keir Starmer to act after Nottingham attacks inquiry, demanding CPS accountability, NHS reforms, and justice for victims.
Four-bed cottage near Yeovil with 'stunning' views for sale for £625,000
Four-bed cottage for sale in Hardington Mandeville, near Yeovil, £625,000. Stunning countryside views, spacious living, large garden. Greenslade Taylor Hunt.