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Thu, 6 May 2021 07:59:15 +0000
Work to restore historic Bath lido begins after 17-year campaign
Swimmers are set to return for the first time since 1984

Thu, 6 May 2021 05:19:41 +0000
Fire investigation after huge blaze at vehicle workshop near M5
Incident at vehicle workshop at Walrow industrial estate brought motorway to a standstill

Thu, 6 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Climate activists gather in protest outside Somerset bank
They have accused Barclays of financing fossil fuels

Thu, 6 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Somerset students' details posted on dark web after cyber attack
A number of people were left vulnerable to fraudsters and scamming after the attack

Thu, 6 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Town's library set for major redevelopment
Plans have been submitted

Wed, 5 May 2021 18:33:22 +0000
Fire sees black smoke pour through industrial estate - updates
One witness heard 'loud popping sounds, and almost whooshes, like a firework being set off'

Wed, 5 May 2021 17:50:23 +0000
M5 traffic: 'Serious fire' closes motorway - updates
Smoke is billowing across the motorway

Wed, 5 May 2021 17:47:23 +0000
Another person dies with coronavirus in Somerset
UK-wide, a further 27 deaths were confirmed today (May 5)

Wed, 5 May 2021 16:30:30 +0000
Hundreds oppose proposed new energy-from-waste plant near Bath
Concerns have been raised about its potential harm to the environment

Wed, 5 May 2021 16:09:17 +0000
Bath man rows 'fantastic' Atlantic crossing battling 70 foot waves
The 2,800-mile journey took him 42 days

Wed, 5 May 2021 15:33:44 +0000
Taunton Independent Market postponed as high winds forecast
The popular event only returned last month after coronavirus restrictions were eased

Wed, 5 May 2021 15:12:55 +0000
Origin of mysterious figure on Somerset hillside explained
A hot air balloon pilot described seeing the monster figure while flying over Chew Valley at the weekend

Wed, 5 May 2021 14:48:29 +0000
'Beautiful' Somerset man died after being struck by train
Wesley Keirle was homeless at the time of his death

Wed, 5 May 2021 13:19:37 +0000
Glaston Road blocked after collision in Glastonbury - updates
Emergency crews are at the scene of the crash on Glaston Road

Wed, 5 May 2021 12:45:52 +0000
EastEnders star pictured enjoying the Somerset countryside
He has been touring the coastlines and countryside of the South West

Wed, 5 May 2021 12:27:03 +0000
'I was asked to dump walking and cycling plans' says ex transport boss
Cllr Joanna Wright is no longer in the cabinet

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:46:17 +0000
Health bosses silent on more funding for Somerset doctors
They could be expected to cope with people from 252 new homes in the town

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:45:56 +0000
A361 crash near Bridgwater leaves two drivers in hospital
A stretch of the A361 was closed in both directions following the accident

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:37:53 +0000
Bath children must not become "Covid generation", say teachers
“Children only get one shot at education. We’ve all got to ensure that education counts"

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:37:27 +0000
Concern as police appeal for help to find missing girl, 14
Sienna is believed to regularly frequent the Coney Hill and Quedgeley areas and officers are currently searching for her

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:33:14 +0000
Pictures show The Pursuit of Love filming in Bath
The three-part period comedy drama begins this Sunday at 9pm

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:29:54 +0000
Stuart Hooper explains why he has handed Will Muir a new deal at Bath Rugby
The winger has scored five tries in 10 games in the Blue, Black and White

Wed, 5 May 2021 11:12:57 +0000
Parking measures at National Trust beauty spot slammed as 'dangerous'
It comes after a young girl was allegedly involved in a near-miss

Wed, 5 May 2021 09:56:02 +0000
Big brand announces closure of Yeovil store
A closing down sale is underway

Wed, 5 May 2021 09:19:10 +0000
Traffic chaos as major road closure through town set to begin
The route is due to be closed for the next 11 weeks



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