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Wed, 8 Sep 2021 08:03:11 +0000
Historic Somerset mill could still be developed despite regeneration scheme being paused
The mill is currently home to Chard's library

Wed, 8 Sep 2021 07:41:02 +0000
Open air pool celebrates successful 'post lockdown' summer season
Thousands have flocked to Portishead Lido for a post lockdown swim

Wed, 8 Sep 2021 05:41:29 +0000
New covid-19 death recorded in Somerset as cases continue to rise
The person died in Sedgemoor, bringing the total for the county up to 1,268

Wed, 8 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000
Work begins on new section of car-free Strawberry Line between Shepton Mallet and Wells
The new link will help to reduce congestion between the two areas

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 17:05:44 +0000
DC superhero blockbuster Aquaman 2 spotted filming in south west
Fans spotted scenes from the Hollywood sequel being shot in North Devon

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 15:55:41 +0000
Somerset councillor calls for action on "lenient" fly-tipping sentences
Mendip has seen a sharp rise in fly-tipping since the first coronavirus lockdown

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 15:49:27 +0000
Taunton to host Sound of the Streets festival this month
The one-day event is a taster for larger festivals planned in future years.

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 15:47:04 +0000
The Somerset pub with a bar in a horsebox where you can see three cities
There are Moroccan rugs, firepits and heated patios by the riverside

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 13:50:00 +0000
See inside the tiny terraced house with gorgeous views of Bath
It could be yours for just £300,000

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 13:37:37 +0000
Alleged indecent assault victim became 'scared' of ex-council leader, court hears
Ric Pallister faces 36 counts of historic indecent assault charges

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 13:27:37 +0000
Dog, hamster and several budgies among animals rescued from fire
A passer-by called 999 to alert fire crews

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 13:17:46 +0000
Bath's al fresco dining revolution given green light to continue
It has been a "lifeline" for traders

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 13:17:07 +0000
Garden waste collections to resume after six-week suspension
Residents are being asked not to overfill their bins

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 11:14:26 +0000
Green waste collections suspended in North Somerset for two weeks
Because the council does not have enough HGV drivers to crew rounds

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 10:44:03 +0000
Family 'in shock' after dog seriously injured at beauty spot near Bath
"The kids were leaning into the water, so it could have been one of them"

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 10:28:48 +0000
Weston-super-Mare Whirligig Festival: What is it and what can you see?
The free event will showcase homegrown and internationally recognised talent from circus, puppetry, music, dance and theatre.

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 09:40:11 +0000
Former Leicester Tigers, Harlequins and Worcester Warriors forward on trial at Bath Rugby
The Blue, Black and White are once again looking to the sevens circuit for new signings

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 08:46:43 +0000
A30 traffic live: Road closed in both directions after crash - RECAP
Emergency services are at the scene

Tue, 7 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Popular Somerset caravan park can expand after plans approved
It took councillors less than 30 minutes to green-light the changes

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 19:01:58 +0000
Man, 57, appears in court charged with possessing zombie knives
Kevin Monaghan was arrested on Friday, September 3 after which a number of weapons were seized

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 16:30:56 +0000
Ex-council leader 'used position in community to his advantage' to groom and assault girls, court hears
Ric Pallister faces 36 counts of indecent assault and indecency with a child. He denies all the charges

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 15:44:00 +0000
Devastating house fire breaks out in Taunton as pictures show extent of damage
Several fire engines rushed to the scene

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 15:40:23 +0000
Somerset coronavirus latest: More than 400 new positive COVID-19 tests in county
The latest government statistics have been revealed

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 15:33:25 +0000
Dog, hamster and budgies rescued from Somerset fire
Crew members managed to save the pets as they fought the fire

Mon, 6 Sep 2021 15:15:18 +0000
Police called to 'suspected rave' at 1am after complaints of loud music
The “booming” music was heard in South Somerset in the early hours this weekend



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