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Pictures: Symonds & Sampson, Ilminster

A striking, remodelled home in the popular Blackbrook area of Taunton

A police cordon was in place while officers carried out forensic examinations

Police investigate ‘report of a rape’ in Taunton

The proposed route of the road at Mattocks Hill

Villagers 'in limbo' as A358 dualling and Henlade bypass plans put on hold

Donyatt, near Ilminster, was badly affected yesterday (December 7)

‘Further spell of heavy rain’ could bring more disruption to Somerset

Richard Scatchard in images released by the police

£10,000 reward put up in search for wanted sex offender in murder investigation

The robbery took place in Cheddar. Picture: Archive

Delivery man shaken after being targeted by two robbers

The former veterinary clinic in Kingston Road. Picture: Google Street View

Taunton veterinary clinic set to be converted into a home - for humans

Taunton Independent Market is still expected to go ahead this weekend despite forecast strong winds.

Taunton Independent Market 'will not be deterred' by 45mph winds this weekend

The A303 has reopened. Picture: Google

A road closed by flooding RE-OPENS

Taunton Magistrates' Court. Picture: Newsquest

Man's £1,174 court bill for failing to tell police who was driving vehicle

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Johnathon Dewhurst

Missing man from Wales may be in Taunton area

The A358 has been closed in Donyatt due to flooding

Recap: Road closures in force as more heavy rain expected in Somerset

Leach preparing to discuss his experience with Sepsis.

Somerset star Jack Leach opens up about his battle with Sepsis

UK Today

Drivers share the 10 most annoying things passengers do - are you guilty of any?

Vet debunks 7 common dog myths every pet owner should know

I stayed at the Hilton hotel in Conwy Valley - its a dog and outdoor lovers dream

How smart are you? - It's Pub Quiz time!

Aldi’s new luxury skincare rescued my skin from winter weather and saved me £730

I compared Quality Street, Roses & more - this missing chocolate ruined Christmas

News

The sprig will be cut and then sent to His Majesty, King Charles III for the Royal Family's Christmas table

Historic Holy Thorn cutting ceremony to take place at Glastonbury church

Congestion building on M5 following collision in North Somerset

Congestion building on M5 following collision in North Somerset

The Little Wine Shop & Social, Taunton Photo Philippe Messy

Raise your glasses to the top wines shops across Somerset

Interactive activities honed students' confidence by giving them hands-on experiences

Yeovil trainees bring magic of aviation to life at Army Flying Museum STEM day

Catch up collections this weekend. Picture: Somerset Council

Extra waste collections tomorrow to catch up after cancellations due to floods

Checking your roof and bleeding your radiators are on Yell's winter home maintenance checklist.

Homeowners urged to do these four checks of their homes for winter

2024 could be the hottest year on record if current forecasts come to pass

World set to hit unwanted ‘milestone in climate history’ in 2024 Met Office says

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The performance from the group, known as The P' Hogues, follows the tragic death of Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan

Pogues tribute band coming to Taunton this weekend

CCTV image released as British Transport Police investigate sex assault on train

Buses of Somerset has been operating services from both the Gateway and Silk Mills sites in Taunton since July 2021.

Taunton park and rides to get new management after Buses of Somerset pulls out

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Father Christmas at his Grotto in Frome.

Christmas saved for families as councillors allow Santa's Grotto to remain

Roadchef Motorways Ltd has applied for permission to extend the southbound services and carry out a full internal refurbishment.

Popular M5 services near Taunton to be expanded and revamped under new plans

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Police conducting drink driving checks. Picture: Avon & Somerset Police

'Anywhere, any time' Avon & Somerset Police festive drink/drug driving campaign

Monday's heavy rainfall caused a landslip at the Crewkerne Tunnel.

Parts of Somerset left without rail services following landslip at key tunnel

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The small independent shops and businesses around Taunton. Picture: Susie Thomas

Campaign to encourage customers to 'Shop Local' in Taunton's independent shops

Car parking at Dellers Wharf. Picture: Google Street View

Man smashes 13 vehicles' windows in hammer attack rampage in Taunton

Taunton Magistrates' Court, where Bartlett pleaded guilty. Picture: County Gazette

Farmer illegally polluted fresh waters near Wellington

The hearing takes place next week. Picture: Avon & Somerset Police

MISCONDUCT HEARING Avon & Somerset Police sergeant accused of sex assault and sexual comments

An artist's impression of the 100 new homes set to be built on the edge of Wells.

Plans to bring 100 new homes to Wells approved for the second time

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The Rivertones in full song. Picture: The Rivertones

Listen to Taunton's acapella harmony group - and see if you fancy joining

Do you think the BBC TV licence fee rise is too much?

BBC TV licence will increase to £169.50 a year - a rise of £10.50 for households

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Frome's independent shops were highlighted as great for Christmas present shopping

Somerset town named among prettiest in whole of UK to go Christmas shopping

Brigadier Nigel Beacom and Justin Sargent have joined the team supporting the lord-lieutenant

Two new deputy lieutenants announced for Somerset

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Massive 750-tonne crane hoisted into Hinkley Point C reactor building by 'Big Carl'

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Sport

Alfie Ogborne is looking forward to 2024.

Somerset youngster Alfie Ogborne has his sights set high for 2024 and beyond

Gyllen of the Kayley Woollacott team.

Taunton Racecourse set for bumper festive fixture next week

Nick McCootie has found some form.

Taunton Town focussed on busy month ahead after frustrating week of limited football

Kevin Sturmey said a plan is in place.

'Money is tight': Taunton Town chairman addresses wage rumours

Taunton Youth U18s

Taunton Town FC launch new U18s team for 2024/25 season

Beth Cottle was named 2023 Young Volunteer of the Year at the Somerset County FA Awards for her efforts with Uphill Castle Juniors.

Cottle ‘thrilled’ to be named Somerset County FA Young Volunteer of the Year

Sidi Ismael on the track.

Local trainer David Pipe's horse running at Aintree on Saturday

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National Sport

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou wants his team to get back to winning ways against Newcastle (Martin Rickett/PA)

Ange Postecoglou warns Tottenham: Life will never be comfortable during my reign

Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete as neutrals at the Paris Olympics (Mike Egerton/PA).

Russian and Belarusian athletes allowed to complete as neutrals at 2024 Olympics

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has received a one-match ban after being booked for the third time this season (John Walton/PA)

Mikel Arteta says he will still show emotion on touchline in future despite ban

Jofra Archer linked up with England on Friday (John Walton/PA)

Jofra Archer is special guest at England training ahead of ODI series decider

Essex have vowed to move quickly to issue sanctions after a report found former players suffered racist abuse and discriminatory treatment (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Essex vow to act quickly following report over discriminatory treatment

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Property Plus

Pictures: Symonds & Sampson, Ilminster

A striking, remodelled home in the popular Blackbrook area of Taunton

Floods have caused severe disruption across Somerset, including the delay of recycling collections.

Recycling collections delayed by floods across Somerset 'further disruption expected'

Pictures:Newton King

Three-bedroom detached bungalow close to the amenities in Ruishton

Pictures: Greenslade Taylor Hunt

Grand Grade II listed Georgian townhouse in a premium residential area in Taunton

Pictures: Symonds & Sampson, Yeovil

Impressive, detached dwelling on the fringes of popular Drayton

Cllrs Tom Deakin, Federica Smith-Roberts, Bill Revins and Fran Smith at the official opening of the new homes. Picture: Somerset Council

First tenants move into new council homes in North Taunton

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The Somerset Co-operative Community Land Trust (SCCLT) emphasized the urgency at a recent AGM

Local Land Trust determined to tackle affordable housing and homelessness crisis

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Business

The Little Wine Shop & Social, Taunton Photo Philippe Messy

Raise your glasses to the top wines shops across Somerset

The small independent shops and businesses around Taunton. Picture: Susie Thomas

Campaign to encourage customers to 'Shop Local' in Taunton's independent shops

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Farmer

Taunton Magistrates' Court, where Bartlett pleaded guilty. Picture: County Gazette

Farmer illegally polluted fresh waters near Wellington

Competition

Christmas on the farm photo competition winner, 2022.

Competition Christmas on the Farm is back - send us your best festive entries!

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National News

Undated handout photo issued by the Naturalis Biodiversity Centre of the skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex in a room of the Naturalis Biodiversity Center in Leiden, Netherlands (Marten van Dijl/Naturalis Biodiversity Center/ PA)

Two baby dinosaurs found in tyrannosaur fossil shed light on changing diet

What the papers say (Peter Byrne/PA)

What the papers say – December 9

Patrick O’Neal poses with his father, actor Ryan O’Neal (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo, File/PA)

Co-stars Barbra Streisand and Lee Grant remember ‘incredible talent’ Ryan O’Neal

Rishi Sunak’s leadership is under pressure over the Rwanda policy (James Manning/PA)

Sunak’s Rwanda legislation given ‘50% at best’ chance of success

Pete Wishart said he is looking forward to standing for election again (Chris McAndrew/PA)

Labour Party with its ‘mojo’ back will mean tough challenge for SNP – Wishart

Paul Nowak, general secretary of the TUC, will address a special conference on strikes (Peter Byrne/PA)

Unions to step up opposition to new law on strikes

Actor Ryan O’Neal was described as a Hollywood legend (AP)

Paper Moon and Love Story star Ryan O’Neal dies aged 82

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