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The robbery took place in Cheddar. Picture: Archive

Delivery man shaken after being targeted by two robbers

Taunton Magistrates' Court. Picture: Newsquest

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

The A358 has been closed in Donyatt due to flooding

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

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

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

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

Father Christmas at his Grotto in Frome.

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

Car parking at Dellers Wharf. Picture: Google Street View

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

Terena Swain at son Michael's grave

Mum's distress as she is ordered to remove tribute and items from son's grave

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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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Kevin Sturmey said a plan is in place.

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

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

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

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

UK Today

Homeowners urged to do these 4 checks of their homes for winter

Is it illegal to drive with your car's inside lights on?

I tried afternoon tea at a Marco Pierre White's restaurant and it was a cosy delight

I'm a Celebrity viewers can't believe the shock elimination in tonight's episode

Fans discover flavour missing from Cadbury Roses chocolates ahead of Christmas

Internet blasts Deal or No Deal contestant's 'lucky 50p' which won him 1p

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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

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

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

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

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

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

Farmer illegally polluted fresh waters near Wellington

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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December 5 honours the millions of people who contribute towards their communities through volunteering

Yeovil man opens up on volunteering experience on International Volunteers' Day

A Christmas Carol continues at Taunton Brewhouse until December 30, welcoming all ages

South West reimagining of A Christmas Carol opens at Taunton Brewhouse

Ms Kidd previously held roles with the Trust including chief operating officer and director of transformation

The Palace Trust appoints Merryn Kidd as its new CEO

The National Lottery Community Fund gives out money raised by National Lottery players for good causes

National Lottery funding secures Wells Community Network's future

Having started December 1, she is part of the Wellington office, bringing her residential conveyancing expertise

Porter Dodson promotes Jenny Shepherd to partner in Wellington office

Species richness in Somerset has dramatically declined since 1990, with terrestrial insects suffering particularly

First-ever Somerset State of Nature report discovers worrying species decline

Proceeds from Benny the Boar will go to the UN World Food Programme

Frome author pens new children's book with profits going straight to charity

Several Somerset-based businesses won awards

Somerset businesses win accolades at Beauty Industry Awards

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

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

The Baily's Buildings in Glastonbury.

All systems go for £8m regeneration of historic Somerset factory site

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The event saw residents and locals gather in the Orangery and was led by activities co-ordinator, Helen Hill

Nynehead Court kicks off Christmas calendar with wreath-making workshop

Jack Scadden left and Shane Jordan in front of the statue of Sir Bobby Robson at Newcastle United last Wednesday morning

Taunton Town trio compete first leg of their 164 Club Challenge in 20 hours

Joel Thorogood, whose car was surrounded by armed police. Picture: Joel Thorogood

VIDEO Armed cops surround innocent young men in car at Taunton McDonald's

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The new branch of Poundland in Wells is set to open on Saturday December 9.

December opening date revealed for new Somerset Poundland after months of preparation

Sport

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

Jill Paul with the Club Shield.

Jill Paul appointed new President of Somerset Senior Ladies

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National Sport

Everton manager Sean Dyche saw his side claim a 3-0 win over Newcastle (Martin Rickett/PA)

Sean Dyche hails Everton unity after beating Newcastle to climb out of drop zone

Keaton Jennings made a century on his Test debut against India, on this day in 2016 (Mike Egerton/PA)

On this day in 2016: England’s Keaton Jennings makes century on his Test debut

Ange Postecoglou shows his frustration during Tottenham’s 2-1 loss to West Ham (John Walton/PA)

Ange Postecoglou urges Tottenham to bounce back from West Ham defeat

Spain’s Jon Rahm becomes the second current major champion on the LIV circuit (David Davies/PA)

Masters champion Jon Rahm confirms he is joining LIV Golf

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (Gene J Puskar/AP)

New England Patriots snap five-game slide with win over Pittsburgh Steelers

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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

The water-damaged house in Drayton. Picture: Clive Emson Auctioneers

Water-damaged house near Langport being auctioned

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Business

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

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

Ms Kidd previously held roles with the Trust including chief operating officer and director of transformation

The Palace Trust appoints Merryn Kidd as its new CEO

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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

Shane MacGowan (Niall Carson/PA)

Public funeral for Shane MacGowan to take place in Ireland

Drivers saying they have ‘only had one drink’ is the most common excuse heard for drink-driving, a new survey suggests (Philip Toscano/PA)

‘I’ve only had one’ is most common drink-driving excuse – survey

Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, walks from Marine One (Andrew Harnik/AP)

Hunter Biden has nine tax charges added to gun indictments in latest legal probe

What the papers say (Peter Byrne/PA)

What the papers say – December 8

Commuters were stranded for hours (Mikey Worrall/PA)

Stranded Paddington commuter describes ‘wartime’ evacuation as ‘surreal’

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during a press conference in the Downing Street Briefing Room (PA)

PM faces fresh pressure as £290 million cost of grounded Rwanda scheme emerges

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British Foreign Secretary David Cameron listens as Secretary of State Antony Blinken answers a question from a reporter (Alex Brandon/AP)

Lord Cameron denies political interference as he urges US to pass Ukraine aid

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