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Fri, 20 Aug 2021 08:57:17 +0000
Weston-super-Mare hovercraft rescue to save five, including child, stuck in mud
The group had become marooned in the potentially perilous situation 500 metres out to sea

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 06:47:14 +0000
Tiverton crash: Man dies after three-vehicle crash involving recycling lorry
Police are now appealing for witnesses of the incident to come forward

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:00:06 +0000
A38 traffic: Multiple-vehicle crash near Taunton cider farm - updates
Ambulance and police at the scene

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:44:33 +0000
Somerset records almost 800 new coronavirus cases in a day
No new Covid-related deaths were reported across Somerset today

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:24:56 +0000
Brean Sands Pontins guests leave 'scummy chalet' and book hotel
One group was so disappointed with their 'dirty room', they left the resort and checked into a Premier Inn

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:50:21 +0000
Fear for famous Bath pub's future as flats tipped for approval
Nearly 400 people have objected, with many worried about the renowned Bell

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:43:03 +0000
Wife's heartfelt tribute to much-loved actor and musician from Bath
"He would always try to see the good in people"

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:39:45 +0000
Bath Reggae Festival approved despite safety concerns
Organisers said in global pandemic they always expected some hurdles

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:29:17 +0000
Why town council has objected to proposed new Costa Coffee drive-thru in Yeovil
A planning application has been submitted for the proposed new cafe

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:53:39 +0000
New social housing could be built near Shepton Mallet football club
Mendip District Council is looking to deliver new homes on several sites

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:27:57 +0000
Man who survived heart aneurysm walks 26 miles around Weston's Grand Pier for charity
There were some famous faces on show too!

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:03:38 +0000
Key road outside Bath to shut after 'huge cracks' appear in tarmac
"Temporary traffic lights will remain in place until investigation work is complete"

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 13:19:48 +0000
Application submitted for late-night pizza venue in Taunton
An application has been submitted to Somerset West and Taunton Council

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 13:00:48 +0000
Yeovil shop worker attacked by knife wielding robber
A police investigation is underway

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:47:16 +0000
Drink-driver high on drugs admits causing death of Somerset rugby player, 23
Trevor Coates died in a crash in December last year

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:00:31 +0000
'Horror' after man 'run over' at Somerset recycling centre
It took more than 80 minutes for an ambulance to arrive at the scene, it has been claimed

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:31:03 +0000
New footpaths through major Frome development won't be delivered until mid-2022
A total of 159 homes will now be delivered on the site

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:15:15 +0000
Designer shopping village Kilver Court to close down
It is such sad news for Somerset

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:43:25 +0000
A38 traffic live as abnormal loads could disrupt Somerset roads all day
The transportation of the load will require three trips along two A-roads

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:39:59 +0000
Weston-super-Mare Museum re-opens after roof deemed safe
A full survey of the glass roof has been carried out

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:35:51 +0000
Somerset roads damaged by flash flooding may not re-open until late-September
Four of the six damaged roads are still being repaired and resurfaced

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:25:04 +0000
Fire crews battle barn blaze through the night as investigation into cause starts
Smoke from the fire in Brean could be seen for miles

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 03:00:00 +0000
Decision on 'harmful' new homes in Somerset village expected by Christmas
A virtual planning inquiry began on Wednesday (August 18)

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 03:00:00 +0000
Pub on key Somerset tourist route can stay open later despite concerns about women "shrieking" after too much white wine
Residents fear it would lead to a "small-scale Glastonbury Festival" being staged in their village

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 21:05:47 +0000
Man critically injured after recycling lorry crash - police appeal
Two other people were seriously injured



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