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Nottingham killer of Taunton teen Barnaby Webber sentence not 'unduly lenient' say judges
Courts
The Court of Appeal has refused to change the sentence of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham last summer.
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Seaside town suddenly become so cool it's getting a £1bn revamp
Weston-super-mare
Weston-Super-Mare was chosen as the location for Banksy's Dismaland and the impact on the town has been huge - and now positive
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Murder trial date set after man killed in village near Glastonbury
Courts
Christine Kekkonen, aged 36 and of Dunford Terrace, Baltonsborough, was charged with murder and has been remanded in custody.
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Crime crackdown as dodgy drivers and drug dealers caught in week-long operation
Avon and Somerset Police
Discover how Avon and Somerset’s neighbourhood policing teams are making a difference, tackling community concerns from drug possession to anti-social behaviour, and creating safer streets for everyone.
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Travellers' site to be created near popular Somerset farm shop
Development
It took less than 20 minutes for councillors to grant permission
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Police officers sacked for 'effectively concealing' alleyway strangling
Avon and Somerset Police
PC James Stone and PC Daniel Sweet were called to the scene of the attack in Drummond Road, St Pauls, at 4.30am on November 11, 2022, but failed to launch an investigation
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'I loved my all-girls school so much that I returned to teach there'
Education
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The 'most beautiful town in England' on Somerset's doorstep with two castles and a famous school
Sherborne
The picturesque town has been described as "without doubt one of the most beautiful towns in England" by Visit Dorset
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Wells Cathedral charges divide opinion after controversial change
Wells
The Cathedral has received both five-star and one-star reviews recently
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Wetherspoons boss Sir Tim Martin hails Somerset pub as having best 'view from the loo'
Wetherspoon
The founder of the pub chain paid a recent visit to The Reeds Arms, in Burnham on Sea, and snapped a photo of the beach across the road as he washed his hands
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Somerset maternity services 'inadequate' and slammed by health inspectors
NHS
Two of the three units have been rated 'inadequate'
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Thunderstorm warning for Somerset issued by Met Office
Weather
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across Somerset
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Bristol Airport cancels all Jet2 flights to Greek island
Jet2.com
The airline has told passengers not to go to the airport due to adverse weather conditions
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Bath city centre getting transformed as major development on car park approved
Bath
The Bath Quays North development have been described as 'the most significant development in Bath in a generation'
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Murderer jailed for life after stabbing man in street fight
Somerset News
Vincent Sparkes, 44, was found guilty of the murder of Neil Bambrick
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Crumbling old school building in Bath should become circus academy, says former pupil
Bath
'I would, of course, install a flying trapeze in the backyard'
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Somerset planning: Homes for former pub and village car park among latest schemes
Somerset
Other recent plans include plans for a house in a village car park and a retrospective application for a ten-year old barn conversion
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'Swamp plans' would 'wipe out livestock farming across most of Somerset'
Somerset
A controversial proposal by Natural England to replace livestock farming with vegetable growing for water pollution cleanup in Somerset
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Three week closure for busy Somerset road
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Wales & West Utilities is carrying out work to upgrade gas pipes
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Power of sea shown as RNLI crewman gets stuck
Minehead
The crew were training on Tuesday, April 9 when a crewmember became stuck between the lifeboat and rocks
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Somerset Day: Seven of the best things to do to celebrate our county
Somerset
May 11 has a special significance for the county
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Beefeater restaurants across Somerset could be at risk of closure
Food and Drink
Whitbread, the firm behind the restaurant chain, has revealed plans to shut sites around the UK, with around 126 "lower-performing" restaurants to shut
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Window cleaner loses arm after 33,000V shock
Wiltshire
The blast was so severe it left Jason's footprints scorched into the grass
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Further uncertainty for Taunton 1,400 new homes scheme
Taunton
It's the fourth time a decision has been pushed back
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Top Gear's The Stig makes stand against 'absurd' West Country landfill plans
BBC
Ben Collins, who was the Stig on the BBC show, has joined locals in opposing the plans for the inert landfill site in Devon
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Cyclist has lucky escape after narrowly avoiding being mown down by 4x4
Courts
The driver reportedly lost control on a bed and only the awareness of the cyclist ensured he could dodge out of the way of the swerving vehicle
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New Toys R Us shop to open in Taunton
Taunton
Retailer WH Smith has unveiled the first 17 locations for the next tranche of Toys R Us shops - with Taunton on the list
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Bristol Airport flight to Malaga delayed after 30 drunken yobs ejected
Bristol Airport
There was a huge cheer from the rest of the passengers when the door closed behind the last one
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Avon and Somerset Police are pioneering the green revolution in policing
Avon and Somerset Police
Avon & Somerset Police are leading the charge in sustainable policing, boasting a growing fleet of electric vehicles and bikes, setting a green benchmark for forces nationwide
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Works start on Taunton's new crucial new A38 crossing - which will be finished in time for Flower show
Taunton
Council officers have promised that, weather permitting, the new crossing will be completed in time for the Taunton Flower Show, which is held within the park on August 2 and 3.
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Live: M5 traffic stopped after crash in Somerset with delays building
Traffic & Travel
The crash took place at around 11am this morning (May 13)
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Housing developers 'should have to fund public artwork'
North Somerset Council
'They are making millions off land in North Somerset and public art is a small but important way that the local community can be provided some cultural compensation'
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Walk or cycle on reopened road to boost mental health calls made
Mental health
Cleeve Hill has now reopened to pedestrians and cyclists
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Parking fears over new homes plan for Somerset town
Development
Outline permission is already in place
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Live: M5 traffic stopped as animals get onto motorway in Somerset
Traffic & Travel
The incident was first reported shortly before 2pm this afternoon (May 9)
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Driver denies causing fatal A30 crash in which woman died and child seriously injured
Courts
Charlotte Avis was killed in the serious crash
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Live: Road closed as firefighters attend emergency incident in Brean
Brean
Church Road, in the village of Brean, has been closed as firefighters attend an emergency
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Anger as TSB to close Frome town centre's last bank
Frome
Residents and businesses will have to go to neighbouring towns' banks instead
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Bridgwater Town Council saves key public services under 'historic' devolution deal
Bridgwater
It could deliver "huge benefits" to local residents
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Somerset planning: 49 village homes, derelict pub plan and kids' nursery among latest schems
Somerset
Every week, the two neighbouring unitary authorities receive hundreds of planning applications and we have selected some of the most interesting proposals.
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Somerset News
Courts
Nottingham killer of Taunton teen Barnaby Webber sentence not 'unduly lenient' say judges
The Court of Appeal has refused to change the sentence of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham last summer.
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Live: Heavy traffic after A38 crash near Bristol Airport
Traffic & Travel
The crash was first reported at around 10.15am this morning, Tuesday, May 14. The road was closed in both directions.
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Avon and Somerset Police are pioneering the green revolution in policing
Avon and Somerset Police
Avon & Somerset Police are leading the charge in sustainable policing, boasting a growing fleet of electric vehicles and bikes, setting a green benchmark for forces nationwide
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Glastonbury Festival: Amazing footage shows 2024 Worthy Farm site taking shape
Glastonbury Festival
We are just over a month away from the 2024 Glastonbury Festival
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Crime crackdown as dodgy drivers and drug dealers caught in week-long operation
Avon and Somerset Police
Discover how Avon and Somerset’s neighbourhood policing teams are making a difference, tackling community concerns from drug possession to anti-social behaviour, and creating safer streets for everyone.
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Business
Business
Businesses offered access to digital tools
40% admitted that they currently lacked the knowledge to get the most from them
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90% of business owners work while on holiday
Business
Many admit to cancelling or never taking breaks while others just keep their laptop on the whole time
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Experts list common mistake that prevent people from landing a job
Business
From the CV stage through to interview, people make the same mistakes time and again
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Ethical fashion brand set for 'rebirth' after acquisition
Business
Pia Harpur founded Studio Pia after spotting a gap in the lingerie market and the brand is now stocked in boutiques across 12 countries
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Broadband outages cost businesses £17.6billion in a year
Business
Ofcom is being urged to launch automatic compensation for commercial customers
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Health
Health
McDonald's removes smile from its Happy Meals for important reason
It follows new research commissioned by McDonald’s
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Doctor reveals 'worst' type of sweet to eat for your health
Health
The expert warned that one type of sweet should be avoided due to its high sugar and calorie content - and it's a popular choice in the UK
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How to tell what insect has bitten or stung you - and when to be worried
Health
Some bites and stings can potentially be life-threatening, but there are ways to tell them apart
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Doctor says five simple letters could tell if you have skin cancer
Health
17,500 people are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancers every year, and early diagnosis helps with the outcome
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Nutritionist says fruit cuts bloating and gives you flatter stomach
Health
It is rich in a key enzyme that cuts inflammation and boosts guy health
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History
History
Shocking day mum and son died in South West rail tragedy
The tragic incident left an indelible mark on the community
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Somerset coalmines 'must never be forgotten' as ex-miners recall life in the pits
Radstock
Somerset has a long history of mining pits and until 50 years ago coalmining was a steadfast industry in the county. But three ex-miners want to ensure the Somerset pit workers are remembered forever
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11 Somerset place names that are a nightmare to pronounce - and how to say them properly
Somerset
Even some Somerset natives have trouble with them
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The unassuming Somerset street claimed to be the oldest of its kind in Europe
Somerset
It has been a centrepiece of the area for 700 years
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4,000-year-old plague bacteria found in Somerset graves
Somerset
Researchers found the ancient disease by drilling into 4,000-year-old teeth
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Property
Property
Eye-watering £7.5m West Country home with infinity pool and 13 acres
The nine-bedroom property is 'not just a home but a lifestyle destination'
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Victorian chapel in Bath has incredible interiors inside
property news
The property has five bedrooms and six bathrooms
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Magnificent secluded Arts and Crafts house has its own tennis court and pool
property news
The six-bedroom property has a swimming pool and tennis court - and stunning views
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Entire Grand Designs house built in four days at UK event
Property
The seven-room home with a cinema room includes a landscaped garden and swimming pool
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Thousands of community buildings failing basic energy standards
Property
New research shows that more than 7,300 community buildings in England do not meet basic energy efficiency standards
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Jobs
Jobs
Most people unaware of new work rules coming on April 6
The change could alter how, when and where you are allowed to work
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Ad Feature
Take advantage of these fully-funded adult learning courses at Bath College this spring
Partner Stories
The college has a vast range of programmes to suit your personal requirements and goals, whatever your background or experience
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Quarter of working mums say parental leave has slowed their career
Jobs
Over two fifths of mothers felt isolated and disconnected from colleagues upon returning from parental leave
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Firm recruiting 'super nappers' with £26,000 salary
Jobs
There are multiple job vacancies to fill
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School leavers looking for green jobs instead of uni
Jobs
Almost half say they will bypass traditional higher education because they want to work in a green job now
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UK & World News
Money
DWP announces new 2,500-strong team for bank account and raids benefits crackdown
The DWP said that it has saved £1.3 billion from fraud and error in the last 12 months in a crackdown.
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Martin Lewis has urgent warning for anyone with a pension
UK & World News
The money-saving expert has urged people to take action to avoid a potential financial mishap
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Two plush South West holiday parks sold after firm goes bust
In the News
All staff at Hornbeam Country Park at Dunkeswell, and Willow Bay Country Park, in Whitstone near Holsworthy, have been transferred to a new owner but the deal has left creditors short of nearly £12m
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New solar storm this week could mean another Northern Lights chance
UK & World News
The Northern Lights were visible in the UK at the weekend, with signs hinting another solar storm could be on the way
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UK Anti-Doping athlete commission chair Agbeze welcomes strengthening of powers to catch drug cheats
UK & World News
The body, which is responsible for policing clean sport in the UK has increased its powers to identify acts of wrongdoing
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Seaside town suddenly become so cool it's getting a £1bn revamp
Weston-Super-Mare was chosen as the location for Banksy's Dismaland and the impact on the town has been huge - and now positive
Somerset planning: Homes for former pub and village car park among latest schemes
Somerset
Other recent plans include plans for a house in a village car park and a retrospective application for a ten-year old barn conversion
Three week closure for busy Somerset road
Facebook
Wales & West Utilities is carrying out work to upgrade gas pipes
Crumbling old school building in Bath should become circus academy, says former pupil
Bath
'I would, of course, install a flying trapeze in the backyard'
The 'place to be' village between Bristol and Bath where 'everyone knows each other'
Bath
Saltford, which neighbours Keynsham, is a village that many of us have driven through but it actually has a long-established community where 'everyone knows each other'
Courts
Nottingham killer of Taunton teen Barnaby Webber sentence not 'unduly lenient' say judges
The Court of Appeal has refused to change the sentence of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham last summer.
Live: Heavy traffic after A38 crash near Bristol Airport
Traffic & Travel
The crash was first reported at around 10.15am this morning, Tuesday, May 14. The road was closed in both directions.
Avon and Somerset Police are pioneering the green revolution in policing
Avon and Somerset Police
Avon & Somerset Police are leading the charge in sustainable policing, boasting a growing fleet of electric vehicles and bikes, setting a green benchmark for forces nationwide
Glastonbury Festival: Amazing footage shows 2024 Worthy Farm site taking shape
Glastonbury Festival
We are just over a month away from the 2024 Glastonbury Festival
Crime crackdown as dodgy drivers and drug dealers caught in week-long operation
Avon and Somerset Police
Discover how Avon and Somerset’s neighbourhood policing teams are making a difference, tackling community concerns from drug possession to anti-social behaviour, and creating safer streets for everyone.
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Weston-super-mare
Seaside town suddenly become so cool it's getting a £1bn revamp
Weston-Super-Mare was chosen as the location for Banksy's Dismaland and the impact on the town has been huge - and now positive
Somerset planning: Homes for former pub and village car park among latest schemes
Somerset
Other recent plans include plans for a house in a village car park and a retrospective application for a ten-year old barn conversion
Three week closure for busy Somerset road
Facebook
Wales & West Utilities is carrying out work to upgrade gas pipes
Crumbling old school building in Bath should become circus academy, says former pupil
Bath
'I would, of course, install a flying trapeze in the backyard'
The 'place to be' village between Bristol and Bath where 'everyone knows each other'
Bath
Saltford, which neighbours Keynsham, is a village that many of us have driven through but it actually has a long-established community where 'everyone knows each other'
Courts
Nottingham killer of Taunton teen Barnaby Webber sentence not 'unduly lenient' say judges
The Court of Appeal has refused to change the sentence of Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham last summer.
Live: Heavy traffic after A38 crash near Bristol Airport
Traffic & Travel
The crash was first reported at around 10.15am this morning, Tuesday, May 14. The road was closed in both directions.
Avon and Somerset Police are pioneering the green revolution in policing
Avon and Somerset Police
Avon & Somerset Police are leading the charge in sustainable policing, boasting a growing fleet of electric vehicles and bikes, setting a green benchmark for forces nationwide
Glastonbury Festival: Amazing footage shows 2024 Worthy Farm site taking shape
Glastonbury Festival
We are just over a month away from the 2024 Glastonbury Festival
Crime crackdown as dodgy drivers and drug dealers caught in week-long operation
Avon and Somerset Police
Discover how Avon and Somerset’s neighbourhood policing teams are making a difference, tackling community concerns from drug possession to anti-social behaviour, and creating safer streets for everyone.