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'Bridgwater deserves better' but 750 new homes are approved anyway

Just six per cent will be designated as affordable

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Search for couple after shop worker assaulted in Yeovil

Police are appealing to two people they believe can aid their enquiries

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Police probe illegal deer hunting claims against Quantock Staghounds

The accused hunt group hit out at 'edited' footage

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PIP 'change' alert as next phase of review starts from Tuesday

Recommendations will soon be presented to the Government about PIP

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Shopper devastated after thief snatches dog left in The Range car park for 15 minutes

The owner left the window cracked open but someone forced it down

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Police worried for Taunton teenager missing for weeks

He's been described as 'vulnerable'

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Town's 'crown jewel' woodland nature reserve faces housing threat

The local Labour MP is also concerned

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DWP issues new update on job interviews as it confirms 'adjustments'

The Department for Work and Pensions has this week issued a new statement on job interviews amid concerns

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Another caravan goes up in flames in Somerset town loved by van lifers

It was completely destroyed while a second was damaged

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Glastonbury fans - for the love of Liam, stop your annual whinging

"If you can't get £408 of value out of it, then you absolutely shouldn't be going"

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Beloved reverend among this week's Somerset funeral notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

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Forgotten River Avon habitat visited by beavers will be brought back

There are hopes of turning it into a wildlife haven once more

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The 'attractive' Somerset village with a London train link and more affordable homes

A community orchard and play areas are also planned there

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Subtle paw sign that means your dog may need a vet visit

If you see your dog doing this after being outside, please don't ignore it

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HMRC explains new 'digital reporting' system to view account details

A major tax change is coming in affecting millions of people

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Welcome to the Somerset town with a 'green corridor' and great people

Hope springs eternal in this peaceful town keeping traditions alive

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Environment Agency seeks safety improvements for Somerset weirs

Works are expected to be carried out in October

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A37 shut after vehicle strikes bridge causing oil spill

Avoid the area if you can

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Stalbridge: Park Grove temporary closure for resurfacing

A parking suspension will be in place

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Hero pub landlord who helped survivors of Minehead coach crash given British Empire Medal

"His instinctive generosity and unwavering support for those children and their families in crisis was exceptional."