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Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:23:19 +0000
DWP issue update for claimants waiting on £324 payment
The DWP has urged those still waiting on the second wave of support 'not to be concerned'

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 08:44:38 +0000
Met Office UK weather: When snow is expected after 'atrocious' conditions amid triple warning
The Met Office has issued two separate alerts for rain and one for fog in the UK today

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:47:06 +0000
Lorry bursts into flames at Somerset farm as firefighters rush to the scene
The cause of the fire was accidental

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:33:34 +0000
Somerset police officer dismissed for gross misconduct after anonymity order lifted
PC Kevin Curd had accessed and disclosed data held on police systems inappropriately

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Joy for protesters as decision on 560 new homes near M5 pushed back
More than 1,500 homes could end up being built near the motorway

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Further upgrade of Bridgwater town centre approved after just ten minutes' debate
Work will begin in early-2023

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Hidden 'treasures' of historic Somerset cinema up for grabs in giveaway
Some of the items date back more than a century

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Bristol Airport: TUI launches recruitment drive for new cabin crew
Hundreds of positions are up for grabs

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
More than £150 in coins found in Somerset pond
The find was uncovered during a clean up of the water

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
First same-sex church weddings to take place in North Somerset
It will also be offering services of blessing for couples who are already married

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Glastonbury Festival 2023: Extra batch of tickets to go on sale for Somerset locals
A special allocation of tickets has been held back

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Great Christmas circus to return to Somerset for festive period
It promises fun for all the family

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 21:24:34 +0000
FREE Panini FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Sticker Sheet Inside your Western Daily Press on Friday
We’ve teamed up with Panini, who have launched the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Sticker Collection, to bring you a FREE sheet of six stickers inside your Western Daily Press this Friday, 18 November!

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:15:45 +0000
Alex Fletcher: Bath City returning to action after striker's horrific head injury
The football club's first team will resume fixtures on Saturday (November 19) in the FA Trophy

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 16:20:16 +0000
Driver 'recovering' after street sweeper topples over in Bath
Paramedics rushed to the scene following the collision

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:55:32 +0000
The Holcombe: Somerset restaurant scoops gong at 2023 Good Food Awards
It has been recognised as one of the top places to eat in the UK

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:38:46 +0000
ADVERTORIAL: 4 ways you could save hundreds on your bills according to Wessex Water
Wessex Water has shared its top tips for making small changes that could make a big difference to your bill

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:29:22 +0000
Football fans across Somerset urged to get boosters ahead of World Cup
People are likely to come into contact with Covid while watching World Cup games

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:49:35 +0000
Children nearly hit by train on South West rail line in terrifying near miss
One of the boys is believed to be as young as six

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:23:31 +0000
Somerset County Council leader Bill Revans diagnosed with kidney cancer
"Hospital staff have been told me they expect to be able to operate shortly"

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:20:08 +0000
World Cup 2022: The law on flying England flags on cars, homes and pubs
Millions of people will be cheering on the Three Lions in Qatar over the next month

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:06:07 +0000
Football club could see 450 home development built on its stadium
The site has been earmarked for housing

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:33:13 +0000
Bath's A367 to close over three days for 'emergency repairs'
Essential road surface work will be carried out at two large areas along the highway

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 09:09:51 +0000
Somerset flood warning in place with roads, farmland and property at risk
Heavy rain has battered the county over recent days and river levels are rising

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:35:34 +0000
DWP claimants set for £1,100 cash boost under Rishi Sunak's plan
Benefit claims could get a cash boost of £650 while pensioners could get £300



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