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MP concerned about lack of Post Office raises issue in Parliament
THE issue regarding the lack of a Post Office in Wellington was raised in Parliament by MP Gideon Amos on Friday, September 5. The town has been without a Post Office since 2019 when the One Stop convenience store in High Street, which housed it
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A delightful stone cottage in the heart of West Bagborough
This delightful stone cottage occupies a position in the heart of the popular village of West Bagborough, situated at the foot of the Quantock hills, and is close to the villages of Crowcombe and Bishops Lydeard, while Taunton is around six miles away
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Car parking hack can help you avoid parking tickets as £177m in fines dished out
Little-known loopholes could save drivers in England from having to fork out on hefty parking ticket fines in car parks. It comes as new research found that 3.5 million parking fines were dished out to tradespeople alone last year, costing more
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'Experienced' tea drinkers rank Britain's best teabags (the result will shock you)
Asda has come out on top in a taste test which was aimed at finding Britain’s best cup of tea. Believe it or not, the supermarket ranked higher than some big-name brands, including PG Tips, Tetley and Twinings. In a blind tasting by 79 “experienced
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Polar bears, badgers and the Egyptian Goose - the strangest banned UK pets
Over the past couple of years, the American XL bully breed of dog has stirred up a heated debate between owners and critics over whether it should be banned. On 1 February 2024, it became illegal to own an American Bully XL dog without a certificate
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Unpaid work order for Yeovil man who admitted attacking a youth in the town
A YEOVIL man has admitted attacking a youth in the town. Stewart Walley, 35, of South Street in the town, pleaded guilty to assault by beating against the youngster, who cannot be identified for legal reasons. The offence, which was contrary
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Attractive Victorian townhouse on the site of former Taunton police station
This attractive Victorian townhouse occupies a sought-after position close to the centre of Taunton’s town centre, opposite County Hall and near Vivary Park. The terraced house forms part of a renovation of six properties, converted from the historic
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Rising star musician from USA to perform in Langport
A RISING singer-songwriter from Maryland in the United States will perform at The Bridge in Langport on March 8, 2025. Eli Lev is known for his heartfelt and earthy songs that reflect his lifelong travel and self-discovery. His latest project
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Somerset County Cricket Club installs solar panels on roof of Andrew Caddick Pavilion
SOMERSET County Cricket Club has partnered with GB NRG to help reduce its carbon footprint and operational costs. The partnership involves the installation of a solar PV panel system on the roof of the club's Andrew Caddick Pavilion. The panels
