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Somerset vet names hardest dog breed to own - and it's not pugs or labradors

A veterinary practice in Somerset has named the dog breed they believe is the hardest to care for - and it's not the one you might think

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Martin Roberts pays tribute to 'lovely man' after death of beloved BBC co-star

BBC Homes Under the Hammer auctioneer Clive Emson has died peacefully at the age of 79, with presenter Martin Roberts leading tributes to the 'legend'

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Search for missing Somerset girl last seen on a bike

Anyone who sees her or knows of her whereabouts should call 999

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Fears grow for baby alpaca missing from Goblin Combe

A community has searched for a week with no trace as Banff's owners issue an appeal

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Man dies suddenly outside Somerset Lidl

Our thoughts are with his family

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How a Somerset sheep ended up working with Hugh Jackman

'It's not easy trying to keep a sheep still'

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Keep on keeping on! The secret to a happy life at 105

In her long life she's toured with a travelling theatre company, travelled America by greyhound bus, and supported the war effort

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Minehead Butlin's boss says 'tourist tax' will 'hurt working families'

There are claims it will £100 to the cost of a two-week family break

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Somerset coastline immortalised in award-winning horror podcast

Somerset's unique coastline has never been easier to explore - and it's caught the eye of the award-winning Apocalypse Players

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Cyclist injured in Bridgwater hit-and-run

Police want to find a vehicle described as large, white, and has a loud exhaust

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Sarah Beeny defiant over £3million 'mini-Downtown Abbey' as neighbours say 'it's not on'

A bitter planning row has reportedly broken out over New Life in the Country star Sarah Beeny's grand plans for her Somerset home, with neighbours airing their complaints

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Man went out to vote before his life changed forever

Steve was out with his wife when his world fell apart

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Chard family takes on extreme challenge for dad undergoing cancer treatment

A Chard family is taking on an extreme challenge for their beloved dad, who has been undergoing chemotherapy treatment at Musgrove Park Hospital.

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Somerset village park to reopen after unauthorised encampment

Creech St Michael Recreation Park will reopen with new security measures after temporary closure caused by an unauthorised encampment.

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Plans submitted to demolish and refresh technology park in Taunton

A technology park in Taunton is set for a major refresh under new plans for demolition and works.

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North Somerset's second youngest councillor to lead Conservative opposition

He was only six when his predecessor became leader

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North Somerset tip staff to open and inspect rubbish bags in new crackdown

Dedicated "bag sorting areas" will be rolled out later this year

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Heartbroken Rivals viewers ‘in tears’ over one big thing in season 2

Rivals season two has dropped on Disney+ and fans were not shy about sharing their reactions to the new episodes

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Road safety fears delay decision on 60 homes in small Somerset village

Residents of a small village between Cheddar and Wells have objected to plans to 60 new homes and a community hub near the busy A371

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Man pronounced dead at scene as police called to incident in rural area

A man was pronounced dead at the scene after police were called to an incident in a rural area in Somerset.