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Fri, 2 Sep 2022 07:00:48 +0000
Two injured in A39 crash near Bridgwater and taken to hospital
The road has since reopened

Fri, 2 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Stowaway cat travels to Bristol Airport from Somerset home all by itself
Three-legged Bagheera hopped aboard at Wellington but he is now back home safe and well

Fri, 2 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Harry Styles buying 'saddest' Grand Designs home rumours quashed
Estate agents have said there is no honesty in the hearsay

Fri, 2 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Met Office predicts heavy rain for weekend with possible flooding
Weekend temperatures will stay relatively warm, but with light showers scattered throughout Friday before heavier rain on Saturday

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Dozens of new homes planned on the edge of small Somerset village
The homes will be built a short distance from the community hospital

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Yeovil Literary Festival 2022: Mel C, Anton du Beke and Tom Kerridge among raft of starring celebs
A host of big names will be appearing

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 23:00:00 +0000
The heroic story of the 1899 overland lifeboat launch from Porlock Weir
They had to tow a stricken boat 13 miles over Exmoor

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 14:46:44 +0000
£8.3M upgrade to busy Taunton junction finally comes to an end as road reopens
The upgrade is designed to increase capacity and cut journey times

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 13:49:37 +0000
M4 crash closes two lanes and blocks M5 exit slip road - updates
Motorists heading home on the motorways this afternoon can expect delays

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 12:14:12 +0000
Taunton community left in shock and disbelief by stabbing as two teens arrested
Two teenagers aged 14 and 15 were arrested after a 52-year-old man was attacked

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 12:01:49 +0000
Met Office weather warning issued over parts of UK with thundery showers expected in South West
Freezing winds could also drive temperatures down as far as 2C

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 10:54:33 +0000
Cat spotted bobbing about on a pedalo at Bath weir
It took a stroll along the deck while its owners lounged on board

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 10:47:39 +0000
DWP Winter Fuel Payment boost as millions set to benefit from £600 payment
Some households may qualify for a double payment

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 07:24:35 +0000
Met Office storm names confirmed for 2022/23 as summer comes to close
The next set of monikers for heavy weather have been revealed

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 05:58:07 +0000
Marshfield fire: Full fire service statement released following blaze across three houses
At the height of the incident, 16 fire engines were at the scene

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Jersey Reds v Bath Rugby LIVE: Team news announcements ahead of pre-season friendly
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis and highlights from the Stade Santander International Stadium

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Somerset seaside town spruced up with new benches and bins
'The High Street isn’t only a place to shop, it’s a place to meet friends and enjoy life'

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
100 new caravans to house Hinkley Point C power station workers
It could be sited near a popular wedding venue

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Harry Styles 'snaps up infamous Grand Designs lighthouse'
'It's the talk of the village. Harry Styles has apparently bought the house for £8million'

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Men stole thousands of pounds after targeting trader's van in Bridgwater
“There has been a significant impact on the affected community"

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Three-wheelers in store amid shake-up of Yeovil e-scooter project
It is claimed the three-wheel e-scooters are safer, more stable and help to prevent dangerous driving

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Bird flu prevention zone declared in Somerset after cases of virus found
Farmers and bird keepers are being ordered to toughen biosecurity measures across the South West

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:51:49 +0000
Hamdon View plans
Plans for 40 homes on Silver Street in South Petherton

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:37:27 +0000
Somerset 'scream-singer' turning heads on America's Got Talent
Simon Cowell gave her a standing ovation in the semi-final

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 17:08:18 +0000
Marshfield blaze to be investigated by firefighters as crews tackle flames
The cause of the fire is not yet known



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